Getting a job with a MS in Engineering Technology

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the job market prospects for individuals holding a Master's degree in Engineering Technology (ET) compared to those with a Master's in Engineering, particularly from the perspective of a participant graduating with a Bachelor's degree in physics. The conversation touches on educational pathways, degree requirements, and the perceived value of Engineering Technology degrees.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses interest in pursuing a Master's in Engineering Technology after graduating with a BS in physics and questions the job market for such a degree.
  • Another participant questions the duration and mathematical rigor of Engineering Technology degrees, noting that their experience involved significant math.
  • Some participants discuss the differences between Electrical Engineering (EE) and Engineering Technology (ET), with varying opinions on the mathematical requirements of ET programs.
  • A participant shares their personal experience of earning a BS in Engineering Technology and pursuing further education, indicating a mix of math courses taken.
  • Concerns are raised about the potential difficulty of finding a well-paying job (around $50,000) with a BS in physics and an MS in Engineering Technology.
  • One participant shares their current salary and previous earnings as a Field Engineer, suggesting that a background in Engineering Technology can lead to lucrative positions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the rigor and value of Engineering Technology degrees compared to traditional engineering degrees. There is no consensus on the job market prospects for graduates with a Master's in Engineering Technology.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention varying requirements for Engineering Technology degrees across different institutions, highlighting a lack of uniformity in curriculum and expectations. The discussion reflects personal experiences that may not be representative of broader trends.

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I am about to graduate with a BS in physics with a 3.5. I'm exploring different graduate school options and can get in and do well in physics graduate school, but I'm more interested in Engineering Technology type studies(as opposed to engineering).

Is there a good job market though for someone with a MS in Engineering Technology as opposed to Engineering?
 
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I didn't know you could go to graduate school with a ET degree, is it a 4 or 2 year degree? The Engineering Technology degrees here is 2 years, and doesn't involve hardly any math just building circuits.

Whats the major difference between EE and ET ?
 
mr_coffee said:
I didn't know you could go to graduate school with a ET degree, is it a 4 or 2 year degree? The Engineering Technology degrees here is 2 years, and doesn't involve hardly any math just building circuits.

Whats the major difference between EE and ET ?



The BS is a 4 year degree and it is a glorified 2 year engineering technology degree.

THe MS is a 2 year program and the math only goes up to simple DE's. Never the less, I really enjoy doing that sort of thing...
 
What exactly do you mean by "glorified "?

The college that I use to go had a BS in engineering tech. Strangely, it required a lot of math, all the way up to ODE/PDE.
 
ranger said:
What exactly do you mean by "glorified "?

The college that I use to go had a BS in engineering tech. Strangely, it required a lot of math, all the way up to ODE/PDE.

At many schools in the US. 4 year Engineering Tech degrees only require math up to HS Algebra 2, not even pre-calculus. Hence it is like a 2 year ET degree from ITT tech.
 
To my original question, would it be difficult finding a decent paying job (about US $50,000) with a BS in physics and a MS in Engineering Technology?
 
You can refer to here for some info:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos112.htm
 
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Agnostic said:
At many schools in the US. 4 year Engineering Tech degrees only require math up to HS Algebra 2, not even pre-calculus. Hence it is like a 2 year ET degree from ITT tech.

I earned my BS in Engineering Technology from Temple University. As far as Math, I took Calc 1 and 2. My degree was electrical/mechanical. I have since earned my MBA and I am looking into Drexels Engineering Technology Masters Program, or Villanovas Six Sigma program. Haven't decided.
 
Agnostic said:
To my original question, would it be difficult finding a decent paying job (about US $50,000) with a BS in physics and a MS in Engineering Technology?

I make about 80k right now with my BS in engineering technology. When I first graduated I was making 100-120k but i left that position due to amount of overnight travel to the position I have know. I am a Field Engineer in the medical field.
 

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