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Differences Between Engineering & Engineering Technology

Engineers are decision makers! Both fields produce skilled engineers, each bringing unique strengths and expertise to the industry.

Engineering

  • Engineering focuses on the theoretical, analytical, and design aspects of creating innovative solutions
  • Emphasizes theoretical foundations, complex problem-solving, and the development of new technologies and systems.
  • Math heavy, theoretical instruction into the engineering sciences with an additional focus on design.
  • "Something needs to be created and the solution does not yet exist鈥ow do I produce it for future applications?"

     

Engineering Technology

  • Engineering technology emphasizes the practical application and implementation of these designs.
  • Focuses on practical applications, hands-on skills, and the implementation and optimization of existing technologies and systems.
  • Laboratory-heavy, applied instruction for solving engineering problems with additional focus on reliability, quality control, and manufacturing.
  • "Look at this new, existing technology! How can I apply it in new, innovative ways?"