College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

The College of STEM, also known as the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) at Bluefield State, integrates traditional disciplines into a unique curriculum that focuses on 21st-century problem-solving. Bluefield State is one of only two colleges or universities in West Virginia offering STEM curricula, boasting a career job placement rate of nearly 100%.

The College offers a comprehensive range of engineering technology programs. Associate of Science degrees are granted in Civil Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, and Mechanical Engineering Technology. For those seeking advanced professional education or immediate employment, Bachelor of Science degrees are available in Civil Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, and Engineering Management. Additionally, a Bachelor of Science degree is offered in Mining Engineering Technology. The curriculum provides preparation for various roles, including product improvement, manufacturing, and engineering operational functions, and graduates are prepared for job entry as engineering technologists in industry, government, utilities, and engineering, construction, mechanical, and architectural firms. Graduates of accredited programs may also participate in examinations and complete service requirements for registration as Professional Engineers under the West Virginia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers regulations.

Beyond engineering technology, the College offers Baccalaureate degrees in two fields of Applied Science and Mathematics: Pre-Medicine and Interdisciplinary Science Studies. Minors from the Department of Applied Science and Mathematics include Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, and Mathematics.

Furthermore, a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science is available, with concentrations in Cybersecurity, Data Science, and Software Engineering. Graduates with a B.S. in Computer Science are prepared for positions such as programmers, systems analysts, software designers, and webmasters, depending on their chosen educational path. Minors from the Department of Computer Science include Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Technology, Software Development, and Web Design. The College also offers courses in surveying.

The following programs are accredited by the 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
Mining 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 a 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, and computer science. Sound professional judgment is expected in the student-advisor role when choosing electives.

Computer Requirements for The College of Engineering Technology

All students enrolled in The College of Engineering Technology programs will be required to have access to a laptop/tablet computer and bring to 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. The College of Engineering Technology 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.

Programs

Associate of Science

Bachelor of Science

Non-Degree