Design. Build. Solve. Power the Systems That Shape the World.
A hands-on, ABET-accredited program preparing you to design, build, and improve real-world systems.
Program Overview
The Engineering Technology program at Elizabeth City State University prepares students to become skilled problem-solvers in today’s global and rapidly evolving technical workforce.
This ABET-accredited program combines:
- Technical knowledge
- Theoretical understanding
- Hands-on experience
Students are prepared for careers in areas such as:
- Robotics and automated systems
- Design and installation
- Computer-aided manufacturing
Concentrations
Choose Your Concentration
Students can specialize based on their career goals:
- Electrical & Computer Engineering Technology
Focus on electronics, circuits, and computing systems - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Study mechanical systems, manufacturing, and design - Computer Networking Engineering Technology
Explore networking, infrastructure, and systems connectivity - Robotics & Autonomous Systems Engineering Technology
Work with automation, robotics, and intelligent systems
Minors & Additional Study Options
Students can expand their expertise with minors such as:
- Computer Networking Engineering Technology
- Computer Science
- Electrical & Computer Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
ABET-Accredited Program
The Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, ensuring it meets high standards of quality and industry relevance.
✔ Industry-recognized curriculum
✔ Career-ready skill development
✔ Strong alignment with workforce needs
What You’ll Learn to Do
Students develop practical, job-ready skills, including:
Applying math, science, and engineering technology tools
Designing systems and solving technical problems
Conducting experiments and analyzing results
Communicating technical information effectively
Working on teams as both leaders and collaborators
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the program will be able to:
Student will be able to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
Student will be able to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
Student will be able to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
Student will be able to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.
Student will be able to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.
Career Pathways
Where This Degree Can Take You
Graduates are prepared for roles in:
- Engineering and technical support
- Manufacturing and production
- Robotics and automation systems
- Computer and network systems
- Industrial and systems operations
This degree is designed to produce graduates who can enter the workforce and grow professionally over time through continued training and advancement.
Program Leadership
Associate Professor, Computer Science & Engineering Technology | Dixon-Patterson Hall, Room 121C
melbakary@ecsu.edu | 252-335-3849
Take the Next Step
Ready to design, build, and innovate with real-world technology?
