School of Engineering Technology and Computer Science

Engineering Technology is the profession in which knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences gained in higher education experience and practice is devoted primarily to the implementation and extension of existing technology for the benefit of humanity. Engineering Technology education focuses on the applications aspects of science and engineering aimed at preparing graduates for practice in that portion of the technological spectrum closest to the product improvement, manufacturing, and engineering operational functions.

The engineering technology programs offer associate and baccalaureate degrees in a variety of technological fields. Associate degrees may be earned in civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering technology. Graduates of these programs are trained for job entry at the technician level into industry, utilities, government, or engineering, construction, and architectural firms.

Bachelor’s degrees may be earned in civil, electrical, mechanical and mining engineering technology. Admission into the bachelor’s degrees in civil, electrical and mechanical engineering technology require admission into an associate degree in the same degree program. Students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree in engineering technology may complete courses simultaneously in both the A.S. and B.S. degree programs. Students must apply for graduation of an associate degree before they can apply for graduation of a bachelor’s degree.

Graduates are prepared for job entry as engineering technologists into industry, government, utilities, or engineering, construction, mechanical, and architectural firms. Graduates of accredited programs may, under regulations of the West Virginia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers, participate in the examinations and complete the service requirements for registration as Professional Engineers. Those students graduating with a B.S. in Computer Science are prepared for positions as programmers, systems analysts, software designers, and webmasters depending on the education path taken.

The following programs are accredited by the ETAC-ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), 415 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, telephone (410) 347-7700, http://www.abet.org.

Baccalaureate degree programs in

Civil Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology

Associate degree programs in

Civil Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology

Various classes of electives are required under the General Studies Requirements. These include basic skills component and a course skills component. Technical electives are courses of a technical nature that support the student’s career interests, such as additional mathematics, basic sciences, engineering technology courses in the student’s own or other disciplines, computer science, etc. Sound professional judgment is expected in the student-advisor role when choosing electives.

Computer Requirements for Engineering Technology and Computer Science

All students enrolled in Engineering Technology and Computer Science programs will be required to have access to a laptop/tablet computer and bring to SETC classes. The recommended requirements are listed below:

Portable computer such as laptop and/or tablet capable of running the second latest version of a Windows® operating system with a Solid State Hard Drive (SSD) and multi-core processor. Due to the constantly changing capability of computer systems, no exact computer specifications are given. However, a student should purchase a system that is within six months new of when the student starts their degree program. Computers that meet these specifications will be available through the Bluefield State College bookstore. The School of Engineering Technology and Computer Science will make every effort to ensure that a new system will be adequate for a student to complete four consecutive years without having to purchase a new machine before they graduate from their specified degree program.

Center for Applied Research & Technology, Inc. (CART)

The Center for Applied Research and Technology (CART) is the research and development arm of the School of Engineering Technology & Computer Science (SET). Through its applied scientific research and innovations in technology, the center elevates Bluefield State College’s reputation as a competitive player in the field of research and technology and serves to boost the overall economy in the state of West Virginia. CART supports SET student competitions and has arranged scholarships and internships leading to employment or graduate school opportunities.

CART’s vision is to be a respected source for applied research and technology development and the translation of knowledge into innovative applications that improve the economic quality of life in southern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia.

The mission of the Center for Applied Research and Technology, Inc. (CART) is to produce outstanding applied research and self-sufficient financial returns by conducting successful technology development programs for industrial sponsors and federal, state and local government agencies, and translating science, technology, art, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) into marketable products, processes, systems, and services for its sponsors.

CART, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) full-service rapid product development organization; Bluefield, West Virginia. CART’s services produce outstanding applied research, design concepts, engineering models, robotics, autonomous vehicles, sensors, digital manufacturing, rapid prototype development, initial production, marketing support, and provide direct technical assistance that existing technology-based businesses and start-ups need to launch a new product into the marketplace.

CART utilizes sponsor funding to facilitate CART services on behalf of West Virginia and southwestern Virginia-based entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Each year, CART distributes a portion of its consolidated net income to public charities. Distributions are primarily focused upon education; mine rescue competition, and economic development. CART actively supports BSC SET student competitions in southern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia that measure student achievement, assist in the professional development of faculty and promote learning in the engineering and technology disciplines.

Programs

Associate of Science

Bachelor of Science