College of Technology
PNW’s College of Technology partners with business, industry and government to give students opportunities to solve real-world problems, leading to internships and jobs.
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Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate
Graduate
Throughout my four years, I learned to be a leader—not just in college, but also in life.
It’s possible to speak to your professors and get to know them and have them get to know you. It feels like a community.
I loved the labs. The labs took everything I learned in class and put it into actual physical form. It’s a hands-on program where you attend lectures and then you go to lab and it’s exactly what you just studied.
All of the hands-on training I’m receiving at PNW is helping me narrow down exactly what I want to do once I graduate.
The classes are small, personal and hands-on, you’re able to build connections with your classmates and professors. If you have questions you can actually talk to the professors.
Resources
Student Resources
Specialty scholarships, student organizations, collegiate competitions and internship opportunities – see how the College of Technology can help you succeed.
National Center
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and National Security Agency granted the National Center for Academic Excellence for Cyber Defense Education designation to PNW.
Meet College of Technology
See how our accredited programs and discipline-specific skills acquisition help graduates thrive.
By partnering with regional industry, the technology laboratories are maintained at state-of-the-art levels. The college has invested more than $300,000 in facility enhancements to its laboratories.
The Engineering Technology department has incorporated knowledge covering the mechanics, electronics and computer control needed to design and operate robotic devices into their courses.
Faculty and students work to provide solutions to specific industry problems while providing students with experiential learning opportunities.
Industry supported lab environments are equipped with articulated robotic arms, mobile robot-bases and machine vision systems. From autonomous vehicles to sensor-driven manufacturing systems, robotic innovations are at the forefront of technology advances today.
Signature programs include Cybersecurity, Mechatronics Engineering Technology (first of its kind) and Computer Information Technology (nationally recognized in information assurance and cyber defense).
News and Announcements
Wired for Success: Meet 2025 PNW graduate Kolten Becker
Kolten Becker, ’25, discovered his passion for electricity in high school and chose to pursue a hands-on Electrical Engineering Technology degree at Purdue University Northwest.
Purdue University Northwest announces faculty member promotions
Nine PNW faculty members received approval today (April 4) by the Purdue University Board of Trustees for academic promotions starting in the 2025-26 academic year.
PNW hosts the 2025 Midwest Regional Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition
Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) College of Technology hosted the 2025 Midwest Regional Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC), bringing together over 130 college student competitors from 10 colleges and universities for two days of cybersecurity contests.
Important Dates
May 05
Spring 2025 Final ExamsSpring 2025 final exams run May 5 through 10. Good luck on your finals!
May 10
Spring 2025 CommencementCongratulations to PNW graduates! We look forward to celebrating with you at Commencement.
May 19
Summer 2025 Session 1 Classes BeginFirst day of Summer 2025 Session I Classes, including 12-week session, first six-week session and first four-week session.
Accreditation
Indicated undergraduate programs in the College of Technology are nationally accredited. This ensures that each program is independently reviewed and meets the quality expectation for that profession. Accrediting agencies include ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.).