B.S. in Applied Engineering Technology
Applied Engineering Technology (AET) graduates possess a strong understanding of engineering and technology fundamentals across many areas. The program prepares students to work productively in a broad range of engineering and technical issues in industrial design, manufacturing, operation, and service. The program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET. Please click here for the program curriculum guide.
Enrollment and graduation data for AET| Year | Enrollment | Graduates |
| 2019-2020 | 299 | 32 |
| 2020-2021 | 319 | 22 |
| 2021-2022 | 250 | 29 |
| 2022-2023 | 212 | 23 |
| 2023-2024 | 165 | 19 |
| 2024-2025 | 151 |
Positions typically include
Automation Engineer/Manager
Design Engineer
Engineering Technology Associate
Logistics Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Production Supervisor/Engineer
Quality Engineer
Earning Potential
Total incomes of Applied Engineering Technology graduates incorporate salary plus the potential for bonuses and profit sharing. Factors affecting salary for this major include type of industry and employer, job responsibility, working condition, geographic location, and experience. A typical salary range is from $55,000 or higher.
Apply to the AET Program
Please click Undergraduate Admissions to get more information about admissions. If you are a freshman applicant, please read the Freshman Admissions Requirements. If you are a transfer student, please read our Transfer Admissions information and Transfer Credit Policy.
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Contact Information:
Department of Applied Engineering Technology
Price Hall Suite 100
Email: aet@ncat.edu
Phone: (336) 334-7585
Fax: (336) 334-7704
