The mission of the Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET) program is to equip graduates with the technical expertise, hands-on experience, and problem-solving skills necessary to excel in numerous industrial settings. Through a rigorous and innovative curriculum, the program prepares students to contribute immediately and effectively to manufacturing operations, process improvements, and engineering support roles, fostering adaptability and leadership in a rapidly changing technological environment.
The Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering Technology offers a comprehensive education in the principles and practices of modern manufacturing. Students gain expertise in materials and manufacturing processes, product design, tooling, assembly engineering, and manufacturing systems. The curriculum combines foundational knowledge—including chemistry, physics, mathematics, and programming—with specialized courses such as machining technology, solid modeling, industrial controls, quality management, and production planning. Hands-on laboratory experiences reinforce classroom learning, allowing students to design, troubleshoot, and optimize real-world manufacturing systems. The program emphasizes continuous improvement, facility planning, industrial project management, and process optimization, preparing students to contribute to both manufacturing operations and support functions.
Graduates of the program are well-prepared for a variety of careers in the manufacturing sector, including roles as manufacturing engineering technologists, process engineers, production supervisors, quality assurance specialists, project managers, and CAD/CAM technicians. The skills developed—problem-solving, process improvement, technical design, and management—are highly sought after by employers in Texas, where manufacturing remains a significant and growing industry, particularly in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, and energy. With the state’s strong industrial base and ongoing investments in advanced manufacturing and automation, employment prospects for Manufacturing Engineering Technology graduates are promising, offering stability, opportunities for advancement, and competitive salaries. Nationwide, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of engineering technologists, including those specializing in manufacturing, is expected to grow steadily as industries seek professionals to modernize production processes, improve efficiency, and ensure quality control.
The Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Bachelor of Science) and Mechanical Engineering Technology (Bachelor of Science) programs at Tarleton State University are each accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET. 
Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Bachelor of Science) Program Educational Objectives
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are broad statements that describe the career and professional accomplishments for which the program is preparing its graduates, i.e. what we expect the graduates to be doing in the first few years after graduation. The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) for the Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Bachelor of Science) program were developed based on the needs of our constituents to meet the desired expectations in the industry. These PEOs are aligned with the mission of the university, the college, and the program. The Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Bachelor of Science) PEOs are as follows:
- Graduates will excel as effective team members and leaders, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines in dynamic professional settings.
- Graduates will apply technical knowledge, analytical skills, and sound judgment to address complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions across a broad range of industries.
- Graduates will pursue continuous learning, adapt to emerging technologies, and embrace opportunities for advancement along varied and evolving career paths.
- Graduates will communicate effectively with a range of audiences, uphold professional and ethical standards, and contribute positively to their organizations and communities with integrity and responsibility.
Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Bachelor of Science) Student Outcomes
The Student Outcomes support the program educational objectives and achievement of these outcomes prepares graduates to enter the professional practice of engineering technology.
The Student Outcomes for the Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Bachelor of Science) program are defined as the ABET Criterion 3.1-5 Outcomes. Graduates of the Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Bachelor of Science) program will have demonstrated the ability to:
3.1 an ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
3.2 an ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
3.3 an ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
3.4 an ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes; and
3.5 an ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.
Manufacturing Topics
Students in the MET Program can expect to be educated in a wide range of manufacturing related topics such as:
- Computer Integrated Manufacturing
- Computer Simulation
- Automated Manufacturing
- Production Planning & Management
- Computer Controlled Machining
- Quality Management
- Ergonomics
- Industrial Controls
- Materials & Processes