Electromechanical Engineering Technology (BS)

Application Code: 
0236
Degree Received: 
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Description: 

Electromechanical engineering technology provides a thorough understanding of both electrical-electronics and mechanical principles, together with the problems associated with combining electrical and mechanical components into electromechanical devices or systems. Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on electromechanical system control for automated processes. The program includes knowledge of electrical-electronic apparatus, circuitry, instrumentation, computers, mechanisms and machine elements, and manufacturing processes. A thorough background in programming, development, and application of microprocessors together with digital or analog components enables graduates to work with the development of new products or systems. This program is for individuals with an interest in devices or machines and a desire to devise better, more efficient ways of doing things. A current emphasis in the program is robotics and the application of robotics in developing automated manufacturing systems.

A laptop computer is required for students entering the electromechanical engineering technology programs. See laptop specifications. Some courses may require specialized tools and/or electronic components.

Program Educational Objectives

The BS in electromechanical engineering technology program produces graduates who:

  1. Apply knowledge of mathematics and science using critical thinking and creative skills to solve electromechanical engineering problems;
  2. Function professionally with effective communication and with ethical responsibility as individuals and as members of a multidisciplinary team;
  3. Continuously improve and engage in life-long learning and adapt to a technologically advancing society;
  4. Apply knowledge of contemporary issues and anticipate the impact of electromechanical engineering solutions on industry and the general public;
  5. Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary to support electromechanical engineering practice.
  6. Design electromechanical engineering systems, components, or processes to meet industry needs;
  7. Design electromechanical engineering experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data to support the problem solving process and project design.
Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 
  • Required: math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21.
  • Recommended: physics
Accreditation/Certification: 

Both electromechanical engineering technology programs are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET), 111 Market Place - Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202; (410) 347-7700.

The bachelor of science degree in engineering technology is recognized as a "professional degree" that qualifies for experience/education credit toward New York Professional Engineering (PE) licensure. Graduates from Alfred State's program are allowed six years of the required 12 years of education/experience credit and are eligible to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE), formerly called Engineer-in-Training (EIT), examination upon graduation.

Features & Facilities: 
  • Emphasizes computer tools to enhance problem solving in electromechanical networks
  • Extensive laboratory facilities and instructors who have engaged in engineering projects
Articulation Agreements: 

Agreements exist for AAS graduates from Alfred State, Broome Community College, SUNY Canton, Corning Community College, Finger Lakes Community College, and Jamestown Community College.

Graduation Requirements: 
  • 134 semester credit hours in eight-semester program
  • 60 semester credit hours of liberal arts and sciences from at least seven of the General Education content groups: mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, western civilization, American history, other world civilization, arts, foreign language, and basic communications (must include COMP 1503)
  • Minimum of 45 hours upper division
  • Minimum of 24 hours upper division in major
  • Minimum of 30 hours upper division in residence
  • 2.0 cumulative grade point average, and 2.0 grade point average in major courses (BSET, ELET, EMET, MECH, CISY)
  • Approval of department faculty

Courses which repeat or significantly overlap courses taken in the student's associate degree program cannot be taken for upper level credit. If the associate degree covered the subject matter in one of the required baccalaureate courses, a different course must be substituted and approved by the faculty adviser.

Career Opportunities: 
  • Technologist
  • Field Service Representative
  • Sales Representative
  • Research and Development Technologist
  • Design-Development Technologist
  • Equipment Maintenance or Repair Representative
Typical Semester Layout: 

Approximately 12 to 15 hours are spent in classroom instruction each week with class size ranging from 16 to 30 students. Structured labs are nine to 12 hours a week. The student's academic adviser is a member of the engineering technology faculty.

First Semester credits
BSET 1003 Intro to Engineering Tech 3
ELET 1201 Intro to Electrical ET Lab 1
COMP 1503 Freshman Composition 3
ELET 1111 Digital Logic Laboratory 1
ELET 1133 Digital Logic 3
MECH 1012 CAD I
2
HPED xxx1 Phys Ed Elective 1
MATH 1033 College Algebra 3
      17
Second Semester credits
MECH 1643 Manufacturing Processes 3
ELET 1143
Electronic Fabrication Lab 3
ELET 1103 Circuit Theory I 3
ELET 1151 Circuit Theory I Lab 1
MATH 2043 College Trigonometry 3
LITR xxx3 Gen Ed Literature Elective 3
PHYS 1024 General Physics I 4
      20
Third Semester credits
BSET 3004 Electromechanical Controls 4
ELET 2103 Electronics Theory I 3
ELET 2151 Electronics I Lab 1
PHYS 2023 General Physics II 3
MATH 1063 Technical Calculus I 3
MECH 2603 Applied Mechanics 3
      17
Fourth Semester credits
EMET 3421 Electromechanical Analysis Lab
1
EMET 3423 Electromechanical Analysis 3
MECH 1641 Manufacturing Processes Lab 1
ELET 2143 Embedded Controller Fund.
3
SOCI 1193 Marriage and Family 3
MECH 4423 Robotics 3
SPCH 1083 Effective Speaking 3
      17
Fifth Semester credits
CISY 5123 Scientific Prog in C & C++ 3
COMP 5703 Technical Writing II
3
MECH 3003 Machine Design I 3
CHEM 5013 Applied Chem Principles 3
MATH 2074 Technical Calculus II 4
      16
Sixth Semester credits
ELET 6014 Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems
4
MATH 6114 Differential Equations 4
  xxx3
MECH/ELET Technical Elective
3
  xxx3 Gen Ed Elective 3
MATH 7123 Statistics for Engineering Technology
3
      17
Seventh Semester credits
BSET 7003 Tech. Project Management 3
BSET 7013 Energy Systems
3
  xxx1 E/M Energy Systems Lab
1
EMET 6004 EM Control Systems 4
MATH 7113 Econ Anal for Engr Tech 3
PHYS
8013
Modern Physics
3
      17
Eighth Semester credits
BSET xxx6 Senior Internship/Project 6
  xxx3 MECH/ELET Technical Elective 3
  xxx3 Gen Ed Elective 3

xxx3 Gen Ed Elective 3
      15

MECH/ELET Elective Choices: (6 Hours Required)
ELET  4154 Microelectronics with Lab
ELET 2123 Circuit Theory II
ELET 5004 Electrical Power Systems with Lab
MECH 1022 CAD II
MECH 4003 CAD III
MECH 4013 Machine Design II
MECH 2013 CAMI
MECH 4333 Advanced CAM
MECH 7023 Dynamic Systems
MECH 5334 Mechanics of Materials with Lab
MECH 7334 Heat Transfer

Also required: One unit of physical education.

Employment and Transfer Report
Employment and Transfer Survey Details: 
Survey Details200620072008
Receiving Degrees 2
5
N/A
Responding to Survey 2 (100%) 4 (80%) --
Employed 2 (100%) 4 (100%) --
Employed in Field 2 (100%) 2 (100%) --
Transfered --
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Unemployed & Seeking Employment -- -- --
Unemployed & Not Seeking Employment -- -- --