Global Manufacturing Systems Engineering Technology (B.S.)
There is more than one way to start an engineering career, and engineering technology may be the pathway for you. The global manufacturing systems engineering technology program emphasizes applied engineering practice, which integrates knowledge from areas of study such as computers, economics, management, math, mechanical and electronic engineering technology, and science.
You'll gain a strong foundation in global manufacturing systems engineering technology through technical courses in design, problem solving and practical application of manufacturing principles. The curriculum also includes course work in engineering materials, manufacturing processes and information systems, CAD/CAM/ CIM, industrial automation, product design for manufacturability, robotics and computer numerical control, data acquisition and measurements, metrology and quality assurance. Lean and environmentally responsible engineering concepts are stressed. Multidisciplinary teamwork and project management are included throughout the curriculum.
Electives taken during your junior and senior year provide added breadth or increased depth in a focused field, allowing you to meet your personal goals or earn a minor in one of several related fields. The industry-sponsored senior design projects give you an opportunity to further develop your leadership, project management, and technical skills as your team analyzes, designs and builds a system to solve a real-world problem.
You can gain hands-on experience well before graduation by participating in the cooperative education program. Opportunities to expand your technical experience into the global environment are also available through a study abroad program, international service experience, international workgroup, or other international or multicultural experience.
Whether you're working on a project for class or conducting experiments on your own, we have the facilities and equipment you need. You have access to modern labs for materials testing, CAD, manufacturing processes, computer numerical control machining, fluid power and automation controls. You will also use modern computer numerical control machining centers at the Advanced Integrated Manufacturing Center, a joint venture between UD and Sinclair Community College.
The global manufacturing systems engineering technology program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, 410-347-7700.
Career Opportunities
There is a high demand for graduates of global manufacturing systems engineering technology, and the long term career outlook is excellent. Starting salaries have been among the highest of all bachelor degree graduates of the University.
Career opportunities exist in manufacturing engineering, plant engineering, plant, machinery and tool design; product and process design; production management; project engineering and management; robotics; mechatronics and automation systems; technical sales; and applications engineering.