The College of Engineering Technology (CET) at Ferris State University (FSU) offers over 40 degree programs in engineering, engineering technology, and technology. Each program emphasizes strong theoretical education reinforced through extensive laboratory practice, and industrial and professional exposure. A large selection of dual degreed, minor and certificate options are available. Numerous programs include paid internship experience and all programs demonstrate excellent graduate placement rates. CET students enjoy opportunities to participate in several national competitions; along with one or more of the college's very active student societies and professional organizations. The college places strong emphasis on faculty teaching and quality education.
Highlights
Largest College of Engineering Technology in the nation and recognized for women graduates Students across all program areas consistently rank high in national competitions The new Granger Construction Technology Center is home of the Michigan Construction Hall of Fame The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineering Technology program is the only four-year degree program of its kind in the US Programs such as Plastics Engineering Technology, Product Design, Engineering Technology, Rubber Engineering Technology, Surveying Engineering, Heavy Equipment Engineering Technology and Computer Networks & Systems offer curriculums that are among the few in the nation Near 100% graduate placement
Institute Accreditation
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Credentials Offered
Associate Degree Bachelor Degree Certificate Double Major Dual Degree
The CET has five technology buildings, including the Automotive Center, Construction Technology Center, Heavy Equipment Center, Swan Technical Center and National Elastomer Center for Plastics and Rubber Technology, which was created to fulfill a growing industrial need for plastics and rubber engineering technologists. The CET buildings contain a total of 600,000 square feet of laboratory space, where students can make use of professional-grade tools and facilities. These include CAD/CAM software and equipment, laser cutting and welding, a fully equipped model-making facility and comprehensive design testing lab. The National Construction Technology and HVACR Center upgraded its facilities.
Ferris State University 1009 Campus Drive, JOH 200
Big Rapids, Michigan 49307
Faculty/Department Name: College of Engineering Technology Year Faculty/Department Founded: 1884 # Full-Time Faculty: 533 Name of Credential Awarded: Bachelor of Science Length of Program: < 4 Years Direct Entry: Yes # Fields of Study/Concentrations: 24 Cohort Model: No Opportunities for Part-Time Study: Yes Teaching Methods: Case Studies Directed/Independent Study Field Work/Projects Labs Lectures Research Paper Building energy analysis and intensive hands on lab experience Average Class Size: Core Classes: 15 - 28 Areas of Concentration Classes: 15 - 25 Total Tuition/Program Fees for Credential (US$): 39,360
Student Profile
Total F/T Undergraduate Student Enrolment in Program
(All Years): 2,160 Male/Female Ratio: % Female: 13 % Male: 87 % International Students:1 # Countries of Origin: 31 or more % Graduates Employed Within 3 Months of Graduation: 95
Institute Overview
Institute Name: Ferris State University Institute Type: 4-Yr University Public or Private: Public University/College Year Founded: 1884 # Faculties: 857 # Full-Time Faculty: 533 # Full-Time Students: 10,182 # Part-Time Students: 3,444 % International Students: 2 Campus Setting: Suburban On-Campus Residence/Dormitories: Yes Nearest City: Big Rapids City Population: 15,000 Cost of Living: Medium Climate Range: 0°F to 85°F
