B.S. in Engineering Technology

View requirements for Electrical Engineering Technology.

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 engineering technology.

As the world becomes more wired, opportunities in electronics technology abound. In this program, you will learn about diverse fields in electronics and electrical design such as circuits, digital systems, communications, control systems and fiber optics. Many of our graduates work in the manufacturing industry, where they develop controls for automation, or the electronics industry, where they develop ways to test and improve state-of-the-art devices.

View requirements for Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Our region is rich in advanced manufacturing with processes running on automated systems that require a skilled workforce trained in applying knowledge of electrical, mechanical and programming to find innovative solutions to industrial challenges.

As industries are shifting to automation to run sophisticated processes, there is a growing demand for graduates in this field to continue this advancement.

View requirements for Industrial Management and Technology

Accredited by the Board of Accreditation of ATMAE.

This emphasis empowers students with a strong foundation in theory and its applications in the design, project management, operation and continuous improvement of production systems. It also prepares students with basic and advanced skills in computer-aided design, production automation, and fabrication to meet industry needs.

View requirements for Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability Engineering Technology

The environmental health, safety and sustainability engineering technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET under the commission’s general criteria and program criteria for energy and environmental engineering technology.

(Also accredited by the Board of Accreditation of ATMAE.)

Protecting people and the planet is at the heart of this course. This area of study combines knowledge from applied engineering, environmental science, engineering, health & safety protocols, and sustainability practices to address pressing global challenges like pollution, resource depletion, and the impacts of climate change.

Graduates of this field are prepared for roles where they can work in industries such as manufacturing, construction, energy, government agencies, healthcare, and consulting firms. They may be involved in tasks like constructing environmental impact assessments, ensuring workplace safety, developing sustainable business practices, and managing environmental health, safety, and sustainability compliance programs. NIU graduates hold local, national and global EHSS leadership positions.

This emphasis has two possible areas of concentration: 

• Sustainability Concentration
• Environmental Health and Safety Concentration

View requirements for Applied Manufacturing Technology

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