Mechanical Engineering Technology - Online

Why study Mechanical Engineering Technology online through OSU?

Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) is the component of engineering that specializes in mechanical design, computer-aided technologies, materials, mechanical power and manufacturing. MET is an excellent major for students interested in mechatronics, robotics, automotive manufacturing, agricultural machinery and processing, mining, shipbuilding, spacecraft, electronics manufacturing, food processing, aircraft metals and plastics production—nearly the entire spectrum of the industry.

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Program Details

Department: Division of Engineering Technology

College: Engineering, Architecture and Technology

Available At: OSU Online

Degree

Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering Technology (BSET)

Specialty Area(s)

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Contact

Aaron Alexander Associate Professor & Program CoordinatorMechanical Engineering Technology567 Engineering North405.744.3975aaral@okstate.edu

Academic Common Market

Residents of Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia may qualify for in-state tuition for this program through the Academic Common Market.

Format

Online learning through the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology (CEAT) provides a flexible alternative to traditional on-campus courses as a convenient way to earn your degree whenever your career or other life commitments prevent you from taking classes on campus in a traditional setting.

Online students utilize Canvas, OSU's online learning portal to watch lectures, turn in assignments and communicate with classmates and professors.

Courses taught online are of identical quality and instruction as those taught in traditional classrooms. CEAT Online Learning and the MET faculty are here to help our students succeed!

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Curriculum

The Mechanical Engineering Technology program focuses on preparing graduates so that they are able to productively contribute at their workplace after a short introductory period. A graduate from the OSU MET program should be able to:

Employ the latest design and analysis tools in engineering and manufacturing.
Introduce new technologies and methods into their workplace to maximize value to their employer.
Work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
Demonstrate professionalism in the workplace by using the highest standards of ethics and personal integrity.
Be a life-long learner through participation and membership in professional organizations, continuation of professional/graduate studies, and/or self-study.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Mechanical Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.

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Career Paths

Tool Design Engineer
Maintenance Engineer
Field Engineer
Project Engineer
Pipeline Engineer
Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Designer
Offshore Field Engineer
Process Engineer
Quality Control Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer

Admissions

Find admission requirements for online, freshman, international, readmission, concurrent and other students.

OSU Undergraduate Admissions

Cost

OSU offers undergrad online degree programs at a block rate tuition structure which means students taking 12-18 hours will be charged the same block rate whether they take 12 to 18 hours in a semester. This helps students shorten the time to earn their degrees and assists with financial budgeting. Additionally, OSU accepts transfer credit and all undergraduate students are eligible for scholarships awarded through the university and college. Cost estimates below are calculated based on 2022-2023 rates. Additional cost details and OSU’s tuition and fee estimator are available on the Bursar website.

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Scholarship Opportunities

The College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology offers a variety of competitive scholarships. To learn more, view all CEAT scholarship opportunities.

OSU scholarships and financial aid