Engineering Technology - Electrical and Automation Systems Southeast Missouri State University

Overview

The Engineering Technology - Electrical and Automation Systems programme at Southeast Missouri State University provides students with a comprehensive foundation in modern industrial technologies. This degree bridges the gap between theoretical engineering and practical application, ensuring graduates are ready for the workforce.

Students engage with a curriculum that emphasises the design, installation, and maintenance of complex electrical power and control systems. The course structure is designed to foster technical proficiency through extensive laboratory work and real-world problem-solving exercises.

The teaching approach focuses on the application of engineering techniques to contemporary industrial challenges.

Why Engineering Technology - Electrical and Automation Systems at Southeast Missouri State University?

The programme is distinguished by its accreditation from the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, ensuring high educational standards. This recognition confirms that the curriculum meets the rigorous quality requirements of the engineering profession.

Facilities include specialised laboratories where students work with industrial robots, microprocessors, and programmable logic controllers. These resources allow for the study of three-phase systems, transmission concepts, and advanced actuation systems in a controlled environment.

Students can also participate in the Electric Vehicle Club, where they apply their knowledge to design and build functional vehicles. This extracurricular opportunity provides practical experience in integrating electrical and mechanical systems for sustainable transport solutions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 17664 per year
• National fee: USD 10194 per year
• Local fee: USD 10194 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of at least 120 credit hours, including a senior design capstone project. Modules may include:

• Basic Principles of Chemistry
• Basic Electric Circuits
• PLCs
• Technical Communications
• Industrial Safety Supervision
• Science, Technology, & Society
• Statistical Process Control
• Precalculus
• Analytic Geometry & Calculus I
• Engineering Design Processes
• Engineering Economic Analysis
• Technical Computer Programming Applications
• Computational Analysis in Engineering Technology
• Robotic Fundamentals
• Fluid Power
• Industrial Capstone Projects
• Introductory Physics I
• Understanding Cultural & Social Diversity
• Cooperative Industrial Internship
• Manufacturing Research in a Global Society
• Electrical Engineering Technology
• AC Principles & Circuits
• Logic Circuits
• Electronic Circuits Design/Analysis I
• Industrial Electrical Power
• Motor Control and Drive Systems
• Industrial Electronics
• Industrial Control
• Topics in Electrical Engineering Technology
• Microcomputer Maintenance

Careers with Engineering Technology - Electrical and Automation Systems

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of technical and managerial roles within the automation and energy sectors. The programme focuses on developing skills that are highly valued by industrial employers and system integrators.

Common career paths for graduates include roles such as Process Control Engineer, Automation Systems Integrator, and PLC Programmer. Others find success as Product Test Engineers, Instrumentation Engineers, or Energy Managers within large-scale manufacturing facilities.

The university provides dedicated career services to assist students in connecting with potential employers and securing professional positions. Graduates often work in industries involving robotics, power distribution, and electronic system design.