Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) is a branch of engineering education that emphasizes the practical aspects of engineering rather than abstract concepts or theories. It is a blend of the application of science, engineering knowledge, and technical skills used in support of engineering activities. Kennesaw State University's EET program is ranked 11th in the nation, based on student enrollment.

Program Overview

EET is at the center of today's fast-growing, technological-based world and the intersection of electronics and computers. Electrical Engineering Technology is different from an Electrical Engineering degree because EET is a specialized discipline that has more focus on application, theory, and applied design and implementation. The Electrical Engineering Technology degree program meets the degree requirements to take the Professional Engineering exam.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in the Electrical Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.

Program Details

• Program Format: Face-to-Face
• Number of Credit Hours: 121 Total Hours
• Entry Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Time to Complete: Four-year Program
• Primary Campus: Marietta

Curriculum and Degree Pathway

The curriculum for the Electrical Engineering Technology program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in electrical engineering technology. The degree pathway maps out the courses by semester and by year, helping students stay on track for graduation.

Program Benefits

The Electrical Engineering Technology program at Kennesaw State University offers several benefits, including:

• Top 20 Schools in the U.S. that students want to attend, as reported by U.S. News and World Report
• Over 7,100 companies recruited students and alumni from KSU in 2020
• Academic Excellence – The Department of Engineering Technology is committed to maintaining high academic standards.
• Hands-On Experience – Students have many opportunities for hands-on training, including coursework projects, Engineering Labs and Centers, Makerspace for rapid prototyping and manual fabrication, and Engineering Student Organizations.
• Innovative Research – The Electrical Engineering Technology program is located within KSU's Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SPCEET), which places high regard on research to advance the understanding of all aspects of engineering.

Career Opportunities

Graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology can pursue a variety of career paths, including:

• Network and Systems Support
• Software Development
• Mechanical and Related Engineers
• Field Service Technician
• Electrical Engineer
• Electronics Technician
• Systems Engineer
• Broadcast Engineer
• Project Manager
• Technical Sales Engineer

Salary and Career Information

Electrical engineer careers vary, but they primarily work in research and development industries, engineering services firms, manufacturing, and the federal government, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Electrical engineers generally work indoors, in offices, but may have to visit sites to observe a problem or a piece of complex equipment.

Double Owl Pathway

The Double Owl Pathway allows undergraduate students to obtain their undergraduate and graduate degrees at significantly lower costs and in less time than pursuing each degree separately. KSU offers a variety of Pathways to choose from, including the Electrical and Computer Engineering MS.

Related Degrees and Programs

Related degrees and programs include:

• Industrial & Systems Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Electrical Engineering Technology

Department of Engineering Technology

The Department of Engineering Technology at Kennesaw State University is committed to providing students with a high-quality education in engineering technology. The department is located on the Marietta Campus, in the Engineering Technology Center, Building Q, Room Q-236, 840 Polytechnic Lane, Marietta, GA 30060.