Online M.S. in Engineering Technology

Electrical Engineering Technology | Surveying Engineering Technology

About

The online M.S. in Engineering Technology applies numerous aspects of engineering technology to develop marketable skills that meet the demands of the modern workforce. You’ll explore product management, industrial practices, and engineering technology operations within a flexible format designed for working professionals.

We currently offer two online concentrations: Surveying Engineering Technology and Electrical Engineering Technology.

Admissions

We have rolling admissions, meaning you can apply and be accepted at any time. The admission evaluation process begins once we receive all your application materials.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in engineering, surveying, math, physics, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (3.0 preferred)

Before you apply, please review the application instructions. When you’re ready to apply, please submit the following:

  • One letter of recommendation
  • An online application
  • Current résumé or CV
  • Official academic transcripts from all institutions attended
  • A 300-500 word essay based on the following prompt

Careers

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), engineers have a median annual wage of $97,000, and 42% of workers hold an advanced degree.

Electrical Engineering Technology

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the overall employment of electrical and electronics engineers is projected to grow 5% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations. As of May 2023, starting salaries range from $60,000 to $70,000.

Median Salary: $109,010

Surveying Engineering Technology

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the overall employment of surveyors is projected to grow 5% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations. About 3,500 surveyor openings are projected each year, on average, from 2022 to 2032.

Median Salary: $68,540

Curriculum

The following courses are required (9 credits): 

  • GEE 694: Graduate Engineering Internship and Experiential Learning (6 credits)
  • ENM 586: Advanced Project Management (3 credits)

Choose seven courses from the following (21 credits), with at least four courses (12 credits) being EET courses:

  • EET 405: Fundamentals of Engineering: Electrical and Computer (3 credits)
  • EET 422: Power Systems Analysis (4 credits)
  • EET 423: Protective Relay Applications (3 credits)
  • EET 486: Project Management (3 credits)
  • EET 514: Printed Circuit Board Design (3 credits)
  • EET 515: Automation and Integration (3 credits)
  • EET 560: Renewable Energy and Electricity Production (3 credits)
  • EET 584: Engineering Economics (3 credits)
  • MET 440: Lean Six Sigma (3 credits)
  • MET 475: Fuel Cell Science and Technology (3 credits)
  • SVT 475: Small Business Management (3 credits)

Other courses at the 400 level or above may be taken with EET faculty approval.

For more information about the Electrical Engineering Technology concentration, contact Dr. John Allen, Program Coordinator and Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology.

Choose seven courses from the following (21 credits), with at least four courses (12 credits) being SVT courses:

  • SIE 509: Principles of Geographic Information Systems (3 credits)
  • SVT 475: Small Business Management (3 credits)
  • SVT 501: Advanced Adjustment Computations (3 credits)
  • SVT 511: Geodetic U.S. Public Land Survey Computations (3 credits)
  • SVT 512: Survey Business Law and Policy (3 credits)
  • SVT 513: Advanced Studies in Boundary Law (3 credits)
  • SVT 531: Advanced Digital Photogrammetry (3 credits)
  • SVT 532: Survey Strategies in Use of Lidar (3 credits)
  • SVT 537: Advanced GNSS (3 credits)
  • SVT 541: Geodesy (3 credits)
  • SVT 542: Applied Hydrographic Surveying (3 credits)
  • SVT 598 Selected Studies in Surveying Engineering Technology (1-3 credits)

For more information about the Surveying Engineering Technology concentration, contact Dr. Ray Hintz, Program Coordinator and Professor of Surveying Engineering Technology.

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At a Glance

UMaineOnline

Maine College of Engineering & Computing


Degree Level

Masters

Degree Earned

Master of Science in Engineering Technology

Concentrations

Electrical Engineering Technology

Surveying Engineering Technology

Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Mode of Study

Online

Number of Credits

30 Credits

UMaineOnline

Maine College of Engineering & Computing


Degree Level

Master

Degree Earned

Master of Science in Engineering Technology

Concentrations

Electrical Engineering Technology

Surveying Engineering Technology

Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Mode of Study

Online

Number of Credits

30 Credits

Cost Per Credit Hour

E-Rate

$780

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Contact

Beth Royston, M.S.

UMaineOnline Advisor

umaine.edu/online

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207.581.4581