School of Technology

Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering Technology, Quality

Bachelor of Science degree

Why choose a bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Quality specialization

 This program prepares students for positions in laboratories,

engineering departments, plant maintenance, production departments,

and technical sales. With additional experience, graduates may be promoted to positions such as industrial supervisors, machine and

tool designers, technical buyers, production expeditors, and cost

estimators. Graduates are eligible for certification as associate engineering technicians. This program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology

Career options with a bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Quality specialization

Increased sophistication in technology and management systems is fueling the need for graduates with capabilities in both technology and business.  It has become standard practice for companies of all types to establish and maintain a quality assurance (QA) or total quality management (TQM) program.  Upon completion of the engineering degree program with a specialization in quality graduates will be qualified to work as a process or quality engineers or as plant managers, quality technicians, research and development technicians or total quality management supervisors.  The focus on quality may offer a competitive edge to jobseekers in any manufacturing or industrial setting. 

Graduation Requirements

Experiential Learning

Experiential learning is a new graduation requirement for students who will be starting Purdue University Calumet in Fall 2008. This is a new approach to teaching; students go beyond theory based learning and explore ways to gain practical knowledge within their program of study. Students will enroll in two experiential learning courses while completing their degree. Experiential learning is offered through undergraduate research, internships, service learning, cooperative education, cultural immersion/study aboard, design project or practicum. Your academic advisor will assist you in selecting an experience that is right for you.

General Admissions Information

Admission to Purdue University Calumet is based on demonstrated academic quality rank factors, which includes a high school diploma or GED, meeting subject matter requirements, grade average in degree-related subjects, as well as overall grade average, trends in achievement, class rank, SAT or ACT test scores and the strength of the college preparatory program.

• Beginning Students — Need to submit an official high school transcript or GED scores and SAT/ACT scores (writing component is required). For applicants who have graduated from high school one year or more, the appropriate placement test results from the university's Skills Assessment and Development Center will substitute for SAT or ACT scores.
• Transfer Students — Need to submit an official high school transcript or GED scores, Transfer Credit Documentation Sheet - official college/university transcripts from each institution attended (if selected for evaluation) and $30.00 Transfer Evaluation Fee (if applicable). Applicants with fewer than 15 semester credits earned must submit SAT/ACT scores or PUC placement test results

For information about admissions requirements, including International, Re-Entry, Inter-Campus Transfer, Re-Classification and Non-Degree Seeking please visit the Office of Admissions web site.

What's New

Summer 2008: New Department Name See new program details: Mechanical Engineering Technology, Quality.