Mechanical Engineering Technology (BS)
What is Mechanical Engineering Technology?
The Mechanical Engineering Technology (B.S.E.T.M.E.) Program prepares students for diverse and dynamic careers in industry. B.S.E.T.M.E. graduates work in fields that require understanding of the relationships and dependencies among materials, product development, manufacturing systems and processes, or energy production, transformation and transmission (including alternative energy). The program emphasizes hands-on laboratory experiences, and courses stress the practical application of mathematics, science, and engineering to solve real world problems.
Engineering Technology Scholarships
- WSU ASSET scholarship ($10,000 per year)
What can I do with a Mechanical Engineering Technology Degree?
Graduates of baccalaureate engineering technology programs have been very successful in obtaining professional employment relevant to their education. Wayne State engineering technology graduates are employed in: manufacturing engineering, maintenance, field engineering, production engineering, quality control, design, marketing, product testing, and technical supervision.
| OCC Associate Degree | |
|---|---|
| Associate in Science (AS) | CAD Product Design (AAS) |
| Associate in General Studies (AGS) | Machine Tool Tech (AAS) |
| Pre-Engineering (AAS) | Robotics/Automated Systems Technology (AAS) |
| CAD -Computer Aided Engineering -Associate in Applied Science (AAS) | Technological Sciences (AAS) see WSU advisor |
| Other degree programs are possible but may exceed 120 total credits. |
Earn the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) - Satisfies Wayne State University's General Education Requirements
| Goal/Area of study | Oakland Community College Course | Credits | WSU Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Composition | ENG 1510 Composition I - ENG 1510E and 1510S is also acceptable | 3 | ENG 1020 |
| ENG 2200 Professional Communication | 4 | ENG 3050 | |
| Mathematics | MATH 1630 Pre-Calculus | 5 | MAT 1800 |
| Social Science | See MTA; approved Social Science | 3 | See advisor |
| See MTA; approved Social Science | 3 | See advisor | |
| Fine Arts/Humanities | PHI 1610 Ethics | 3 | PHI 2320 |
| See MTA; approved Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 | See advisor | |
| Natural Science | CHM 1000 Intro to Chemistry | 4 | CHM 1020 |
| PHY 1610 College Physics I | 4 | PHY 2130 | |
| Mechanical Engineering Technology Pathway Courses | MAT 1730 Calculus I | 4 | ET 3430 |
| PHY 1620 College Physics II | 4 | PHY 2140/41 | |
| CAD 1101 Intro to CAD | 4 | ET 2140 | |
| *Lower Division Technical - *Any APM, APP, ATF, CAD, CIS, CMN, DDT, EEC, EGR, ETT, GRD, HER, HVA, IND, MCT, MSE, MTT, ROB, TED, or WEL course. | 21 | See advisor | |
| Total Credits | 65 |
| Transfer Credit Summary | Credits |
|---|---|
| Pathway and Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) | 65 |
| Associate degree requirements and additional electives * -See advisor for course recommendations based on associate degree requirements, educational interests, and career goals. | 0-5 |
| Total Transfer Credits | 65-70 |
*The range of credit hours allows for earning credentials, such as certificates, or additional transfer credit while completing an associate degree. Some course(s) not included in the pathway may satisfy Wayne State requirements. See advisors for more information.
| Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering Technology | Credit |
|---|---|
| ET 2160 Computer Applications for ET | 2 |
| ET 2200 Engineering Materials | 3 |
| EET 2000 Electrical Principles | 3 |
| ET 3450 Appl Calc & Diff Equations | 4 |
| ET 3030 Statics - EGR 2100 Statics @OCC | 3 |
| ET 3050 Dynamics - EGR 2500 Dynamics @OCC | 3 |
| ET 3850 Reliab & Engineering Stats | 3 |
| ET 3870 Engineering Economic Analysis | 3 |
| ET 4999 Senior Project | 3 |
| ET 5870 Engineering Project Mgt. | 3 |
| MCT 3010 Instrumentation | 3 |
| MCT 3100 Mechanics of Materials - EGR 2200 Mechanics of Materials @OCC | 3 |
| MCT 3410 Kinematics & Dynamics | 3 |
| MCT 4150 Applied Thermodynamics | 3 |
| MCT 4180 Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| MIT 3500 Manufacturing Process Lab | 1 |
| MIT 3520 Manufacturing Process | 2 |
| MCT 4400, 5210 or MIT 4700 | 3 |
| Upper Division Elective | 3 |
| Total Credits | 54 |
| Wayne State credit summary | Credit |
|---|---|
| Major | 54 |
| Wayne State electives and/or additional degree enhancements (see WSU advisor) | 0-5 |
| TOTAL WAYNE STATE CREDITS | 54-59 min. |
| TOTAL WAYNE STATE and TRANSFER CREDITS | 124 min. |
Primary contacts
Oakland Community College
Counseling Office
oaklandcc.edu/counseling
248-341-2000
Transfer Student Success Center
transfer@wayne.edu
313-577-2487
Notes
- You can review how all courses transfer using the course equivalency tool. For a self-service, customized WSU degree audit, please visit https://wayne.edu/transfer/tess
- Wayne State requires a minimum of 30 credits in residency.
- The pathway allows multiple associate degree options with the flexibility to customize your degree path. The minimum eligibility to participate in the Wayne State Transfer Pathways is a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above, Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), and an associate degree (earned or Reverse Transfer). See transfer credit guidelines.
- All college-level (non-developmental), non-duplicated courses with a 2.0 (C) grade point average (GPA) or above will be considered for transfer credit. Earned credit will transfer as 1) direct course equivalency, 2) major/department credit, or 3) elective credit. Credits not earned at Oakland Community College will need to be taken at WSU.
- These pathways do not replace the importance of Oakland Community College and Wayne State academic advising. The pathway provides a general roadmap to degree completion.
Career insights
This tool provides a broad overview of how major selection can lead to careers and is provided without any implied promise of employment. Some careers will require further education, skills, or competencies. Actual salaries may vary significantly between similar employers and could change by graduation, as could employment opportunities and job titles.