Department of Engineering Technology
We offer students hands-on experience solving design problems, making graduates career-ready and attractive to prospective employers.
Kickstart Your Career
Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate
Graduate
The DSSA Program has helped me gain knowledge and skills when using hand held tools, 3D Modeling, Sheet Metal Fabrication, and many other skilled areas. These skills will help me attain internships and give me a greater career advantage
Additional Resources
Student Resources
From specialty scholarships to internship opportunities, see how we can help you succeed.
Research Facilities
Explore the tools that fuel our hands-on discovery and innovation.
Students are engaged in national collegiate competitions. The Hydraulic Bike Team won the Best Workmanship Award at the NFPA's National Hydraulic Vehicle Challenge competition in Colorado.
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.
Collegiate competitions present the same type of situation that students will encounter after joining the workforce. PNW Motorsports Team won First Place in the Sled Pull competition among other accomplishments at the SAE Baja event held in Tennessee.
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.
News & Announcements
Lifting others up: Meet Fall 2024 PNW graduate Alejandro Campos
Alejandro Campos, ‘24, highly values the different relationships he was able to build at Purdue University Northwest.
PNW’s Baja Racing team shines at Midwest competition
Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) Baja Racing team excelled at the fall 2024 Midwest Baja SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) competition, including winning the top business presentation among over 200 colleges and universities.
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PNW’s Study-Away program offers students a world of opportunity
PNW’s Study-Away programs provide students opportunities to expand their academic horizons, develop real-world skills, explore new cultures and build unforgettable memories.
Upcoming Engineering Technology Events
Dec 31
Winter Recess – University ClosedPurdue University Northwest will be closed from Monday, December 23 to Wednesday, January 1 for winter recess. Campus offices will reopen Thursday, January 2, and classes will resume Monday, January 13.
Jan 13
Spring 2025 Classes BeginWe’re excited to kick off another semester of learning and PNW Pride. Power Onward!
Jan 13
Spring 2025 Late RegistrationLate registration is the first week of classes – January 13 to 17.
Jan 17
Last Day for 100% Refund for Spring 2025If you drop Spring courses that are outside of the banded tuition rate, this is the last day to get a 100% refund.
Accreditation
All of the Engineering Technology undergraduate programs are accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET