Western Carolina University

If you are interested in a challenging career in the field of engineering, whether in concept design and development or in applications and manufacturing, you will need to be prepared for a rigorous course of study in our academic programs. 

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Degrees Offered:

ABET Accredited Programs

	Electrical Engineering, B.S.   Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission   of ABET, http://www.abet.org
	Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, B.S.   Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation   Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org
	Engineering Technology - Applied Systems, B.S.   Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation   Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org

New Programs

Engineering-Mechanical Engineering Specialization, B.S.
Will seek ABET Accreditation in 2017

Other Programs

Engineering Technology - Technical Operations, B.S.
Off-Site Program

Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Technology
Cullowhee Campus

Master of Science in Technology
Biltmore Park Facility

Certificates (Non-Degree)

Certificate in Engineering Sales and Distribution

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Faculty

All of our highly qualified faculty have years of experience in their fields of interest and a thorough knowledge of topics they teach. 

• As instructors, they provide you with guidance in classrooms and labs.
• As academic advisors, they help you keep up with curriculum requirements. 
• As mentors, they take an active interest in your progress.  

Working closely with faculty, you will learn the technical skills and fundamentals of engineering and the professional conduct you will need for success in your career.

Project-Based Learning

With faculty and experienced mentors, you will be involved in project-based learning. This enhanced approach requires hands-on work with real projects for real clients.  It reinforces what you are learning in your classes and labs and to gives you practical experience that can help you get started in your career after graduation.   

The Rapid Center

Your studies are brought to life through your work on projects at the Center for Rapid Product Realization, an EDA-designated university center. The Rapid Center offers the capabilities of a product-development center for inventors and entrepreneurs, start-up and established companies. Many of them serve as project sponsors and mentors for the Senior Capstone Project. With the guidance of the Rapid Center's faculty and staff, students learn to integrate facts from classes and labs with good engineering habits and gain experience in solving real problems. 

Equipment and Facilities

The Kimmel School's classrooms and labs are located in the Belk Building and Center for Applied Technology. They are fully equipped with professional software and hardware that meets or exceeds industry standards, and provides an excellent environment for teaching and project-based learning.  

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Learn More

If you want to learn more about the Kimmel School's Engineering & Technology Department, the programs, or if you would like to schedule a tour, please contact the department at (828) 227-2775 or etdept@wcu.edu

Visit the School

Please visit the Kimmel School to learn more about what the school is doing as a leader in higher education and as a partner in technology-led economic development throughout the region.