Schools Accepting Engineering Tech for MS in Engineering?

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Some universities do accept a Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology for admission into a Master's program in Engineering, but this varies significantly by institution. A strong foundation in calculus, physics, and other core engineering subjects is often required, as many Engineering Technology programs focus more on applied skills rather than theoretical knowledge. Students may need to supplement their education with additional coursework in subjects like differential equations and thermodynamics to meet prerequisites for advanced engineering studies.

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  • Understanding of core engineering principles, including calculus and physics.
  • Familiarity with the differences between Engineering Technology and traditional Engineering degrees.
  • Knowledge of specific engineering coursework such as thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
  • Awareness of admission requirements for Master's programs in Engineering.
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  • Research specific universities that accept Engineering Technology degrees for Master's programs.
  • Investigate the required coursework for transitioning from Engineering Technology to Engineering graduate programs.
  • Explore options for completing additional math and physics courses to strengthen your application.
  • Learn about the differences in curriculum between Engineering Technology and traditional Engineering degrees.
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Hi all, I have been curious about this for a while. I know that some schools do not accept a bachelors in engineering technology for into a Master's Program of Engineering. I was wondering if anybody could tell me if there are schools that do?

Thanks
 
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i really doubt it, at a minimum i would think you would have to get a minor in physics to learn the calculus and physics minimum to even understand harder engineering coursework. at my school engineering tech only requires applied calc, which is a joke compared to the calc sequence, they only do simple polynomial calculus.
 
462chevelle said:
i really doubt it, at a minimum i would think you would have to get a minor in physics to learn the calculus and physics minimum to even understand harder engineering coursework. at my school engineering tech only requires applied calc, which is a joke compared to the calc sequence, they only do simple polynomial calculus.

At my school, the theoretical coursework for a bachelors in engineering tech is far more in depth and not all that far off from a normal engineering degree
 
If you have to take the calculus sequence, diff eq, phys1-2, thermo, e and m, fluid mechanics, static, etc. Then it might be possible, but no one will know until you try. At my school the tech degree is more applied engineering, if that makes sense. You do less math, and more hands on work.
 
This sounds like something very country dependent.
 

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