If you are ready to make a difference in the technology make-up of our world, this is the department for you!

Housed in the Otto and Della Seabaugh Polytech Building, our multi-million-dollar facility gives Engineering and Technology students the chance to put classroom knowledge into practice. Our classes are small, so you have the opportunity to get the experience and ask the questions that make you career ready.

Engineering and technology professionals help power our lives. Here, you will focus your interests within a collaborative department driven by skilled faculty. Develop and discover new parameters of technology and engineering. 

Programs

With our state-of-the-art facilities, students can major in anything from engineering to computer technology or technology management to professional pilot. If you have interest in computers, manufacturing, management, engineering, construction, robotics, or flying, check out our undergraduate degrees and learn more.

Nano-Bio Laboratory

Our Nano-Bio Laboratory develops learning in nanoscience and bioengineering in order to make our students the next generation of scientists and engineers to lead discovery at the nanoscale.

Competitions and Outreach

  • First Lego League Qualifying Competitions

    The robotics competition and innovation fair for kids in 4th to 8th grade is held in the fall. It is open to schools and other community groups. The season typically starts in September. If you have interest in starting a team or volunteering to help, please contact engtech@semo.edu.
  • First Technology Challenge Qualifying Competitions

    This is a robotics competition for kids in 7th to 12th grade is held in the spring. It is open to schools and other community groups. The season typically starts in September. If you have interest in starting a team or volunteering to help, please contact engtech@semo.edu.
  • Industrial Advisory Committee

    The Industrial Advisory Committee was designed to provide input and make recommendations for the Engineering Technology and Industrial Technology undergraduate program. The committee’s function is to advise, assess, and validate curriculum, so it meets the needs of industrial enterprises and educational outcomes. 
  • Real-World Experience

    Earn experiential learning through internships and hands-on work in your field of study while connecting classroom concepts to real-world situations. 

Faculty Directory

Join our expert faculty on your journey to grow in your industry. With real-world experience and research-driven knowledge, our faculty are here to support our students and help them become career-ready.

Building Partnerships and Connections

A few companies that offer internships

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Location
Polytechnic Building 216
Mailing Address
One University Plaza, MS 6825
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701