With the rapid advancement of science and technology in today’s world, every industry needs highly qualified engineers who can keep innovation moving forward. Offered entirely online through Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide, this Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (BSET) specialized degree program will prepare you to put your engineering skills to work in a variety of industries.
Through the use of cutting-edge virtual labs and simulation methods, students will develop the skills to design, refine and apply engineering technologies across a range of industries. You can also choose to target your studies with a particular concentration including Aeronautical Science, Aviation Safety, Helicopter Operations and Safety, Logistics Management, Management Information Systems, Occupational Safety and Health, Project Management, Security and Intelligence, and Uncrewed Aerial Systems.
Students are also eligible to engage in cooperative study/internships and may elect to seek out those enriching opportunities.
Program-Specific Criteria
Admissions Criteria
In addition to meeting the Worldwide Campus admissions requirements, applicants for admission into the BS in Software Engineering, BS in Engineering, and BS in Engineering Technology degree programs must:
- Complete the English and Math Skills Assessments prior to admission to determine academic preparedness for entry into ENGL 123 English Composition and MATH 241 Calculus I.
- Current high school students and recent graduates under the age of 20 must meet established admissions requirements and demonstrate a 3.0 high school CGPA, with coursework that reflects 4 years of college preparatory mathematics and 2 years of college preparatory science, including a laboratory science.
- Transfer applicants must meet established admissions requirements and demonstrate a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (CGPA); transfer credit deemed equivalent to demonstrate academic preparedness for immediate entry into ENGL 123 English Composition and MATH 241 Calculus I, will be considered for admission into the program. Skills Assessment scores will be used for advising purposes if English and Math transfer credit demonstrates academic preparedness for admission into the program.
Students who fail to satisfy the guidelines for full admission may be considered for conditional admission under circumstances determined by the Admissions Office OR may be considered for admission into an alternate program. A written petition for admission, current resume and other supporting documentation may be requested for consideration of admission. Exceptions will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
Current Worldwide students requesting a change of program to the BS in Software Engineering, BS in Engineering, or BS in Engineering Technology degree programs must demonstrate successful completion of the first year of the suggested plan of study in the AS in Engineering Fundamentals degree plan with a 2.5 GPA. Students may then work with their campus advisor to determine eligibility to add or change to the BS in Software Engineering, BS in Engineering, or BS in Engineering Technology degree programs. Exceptions will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
Engineering Technology Area of Concentration
The Engineering Technology Area of Concentration is the degree area where credit for prior engineering technology learning is housed or where students can take courses to learn about engineering technology. Many students bring in all or part of this credit based on prior engineering or engineering technology training or experience. However, shortages in the minimum credit required can be made up by taking courses in the following related disciplines: Aeronautical Science, Aviation Safety, Helicopter Operations and Safety, Uncrewed Aerial Systems, Logistics Management, Management Information Systems, Occupational Safety and Health, Project Management, Security and Intelligence.
Sources of Prior Learning Credit include the following:
- Transfer credit earned at accredited degree-granting colleges and universities.
- The recommendations published by the American Council on Education for U.S. Military training and experience, as well as training conducted by other government agencies and private organizations.
- Prior-learning credit established by the University for certain engineering and aviation licenses and ratings as they relate to this degree.
Duplicate Credit
Many Embry-Riddle courses are designed to teach the same skills and knowledge that engineering technology students have acquired through experience and training. Students who complete courses in the same engineering specialty for which they were granted credit would be duplicating coverage of the same subject matter. Credit for completion of such courses will not be applied to degree requirements.
The BSET program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://abet.org.
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