Master of Science in Engineering Technology
Harness the cutting edge of innovation with Purdue's Master of Science in Engineering Technology, a program designed to equip you with the tools to solve industry challenges through the fusion of science and technology. Designed for professionals in a wide array of industries, this program teaches students how to apply effective technological solutions to organizational challenges using practical skills with real-world relevance and impact.
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Master of Science in Engineering Technology
Harness the cutting edge of innovation with Purdue’s Master of Science in Engineering Technology, a program designed to equip you with the tools to solve industry challenges through the fusion of science and technology. Designed for professionals in a wide array of industries, this program teaches students how to apply effective technological solutions to organizational challenges using practical skills with real-world relevance and impact.
Master of Science in Engineering Technology Overview
Purdue University’s online MS in Engineering Technology program prepares students to tackle real-world industry challenges with confidence. Designed for professionals with backgrounds in engineering, science or business, this flexible master’s equips graduates with practical skills in agile strategy, problem-solving, smart manufacturing, cybersecurity and more.
Our online students take courses of the same quality and rigor as our on-campus courses, and they work with expert Purdue faculty. Graduates of this program go on to work in high-demand roles such as technology manager, manufacturing engineer, systems analyst, and project lead at top companies like Rolls Royce and Dell. When it comes to advancing your career, Purdue is your launchpad to success.
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More information on courses and faculty can be found at the program website.
Listed below are the 10 courses needed to fulfill the degree requirements.
- ECET 53500: Energy Sustainability and Management
- ENGT 50700: Applied Leadership in Engineering and Technology
- ENGT 55000: Manufacturing System Design For Sustainability
- ENGT 58300: Applied Engineering Statistics For Industry
- MFET 55800: Smart Manufacturing and Global Supply Chain Management
- ENGT 51000: Internet Of Things and Cybersecurity
- ENGT 54000: Change Management For Enterprise Sustainability
- ENGT 60500: Research Writing Strategies
- MET 52700: Technology From A Global Perspective
- MET 53000: Facilities Engineering in Technology
Criteria for Admission
- 3 years of professional experience
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Top Job Titles
Engineering technology supports a variety of hands-on, technical, and leadership roles that keep modern industries operating efficiently and innovatively. These include electrical engineering technician team lead, facilities engineer, and licensed water treatment operator, each contributing specialized expertise in technical systems, infrastructure, and essential operations. Additionally, process technician II and project engineer roles apply practical engineering knowledge to support processes, solve operational challenges, and execute technical projects.
Source: Spring 2025–Summer 2026 application demographic data
Top Industries
Several industries offer career pathways for professionals in engineering technology. These include manufacturing, the service industry, and technology, where professionals apply technical knowledge and practical problem-solving skills to support operations, improve processes, and drive innovation. Together, these industries highlight the versatility of an engineering technology background and its value across a wide range of professional settings.
Source: Spring 2025–Summer 2026 application demographic data
Education paves the way from tactical missions to real-world problem solving for online Master of Science in Engineering Technology grad
After years of serving his country in the infantry, Refa Tomy Mukendi’s Army career ended with a medical discharge. He was crushed. Not knowing what else to do, he went to the base’s education room. There he met a college recruiter, who changed his life.
Five years later, Mukendi graduated from Purdue’s online Master of Science in Engineering Technology program in December 2025. Now, a database engineer with J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Mukendi is on track to complete Purdue’s online Doctor of Technology program in 2027.
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