2007-01-27 05:17:26 · 8 answers · asked by shskw04 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
In most cases, the tech degree will be an associates vs. a bachelors. However, it could be that there is less higher function math and physics required.
Now for an answer that really matters....about 15-20 grand a year in the first 5 years (bs degree vs. bs degree). After that, experience closes the gap some, but you will still have fewer opportunities depending on your profession.
2007-01-27 05:24:27 · answer #1 · answered by Rico L 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Assumption that engineering degree is an associate (2year) degree is incorrect. Many colleges do offer 4 year program (and graduate program) for technology degrees.
To find out exactly what the differences are, look at the list of required courses for the college you are interested in. You'll find out, even with the same or similar name for the degree, what each college require can be drastically different.
Generally speaking, engineering technology degree has less theory and more practical applications.
2007-01-27 06:16:35 · answer #2 · answered by tkquestion 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Engineering technology degrees are generally shorter and are typically associate's degrees (2 to 3 years). You become an Engineering Technologist.
Engineering degrees are 4 to 5 years. You become an Engineer.
2007-01-27 05:21:11 · answer #3 · answered by Mick 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good question and one that I believe I can answer as I have both. I have BAT degree in Electronic Systems. This used to just be an AS in Electronic Systems which was a 122 ch course, takes 3 years with 17 to 19 ch per semester. I took another 6 ch worth of academic subjects, English, Calc based Physics. This gave me the BAT which stands for Bachelor of Applied Technology. They now call it a Engineering Technology Degree and it means nothing. The only credits that transferred to the university were the academic English and Physics. I was able to challenge many of the math and electrical courses though. It took me another 3 years, going at night (10 years later) to get my BSEE. I have to tell you, the BAT was more difficult as I actually had to build devices, not just "build" them on paper but the BSEE opened doors. The BAT was taken at a Voc-Tech school, the BSEE at a state university. Problem now is that people graduating with a BS in engineering have to compete with the PhD's from India who will work for less.
Good Luck
2007-01-27 06:25:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The engineering degree requires more scientific training whereas the ET degree has more hands-on training. A person with an ET degree will end up doing all the tedious work that an engineer does not want to do.
2007-01-27 17:42:15 · answer #5 · answered by Stan the Rocker 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Engineering technology emphasizes the application of existing scientific and engineering techniques to a variety of real-world problems. “Application” is the key word in this definition, in that engineering technology differs from engineering in its emphasis on practical applications rather than on theory and design. Engineering technicians and technologists work in the job spectrum between the engineer and the skilled craftsman, with responsibilities closest to those of the engineer.
2007-01-27 05:21:56 · answer #6 · answered by Turnsie12 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a tech. degree wont get you the same respect as an engineering degree. Most likely they will want to hire you as a designer and that only. I have a couple of friends who have tech. and thats what they do. I'm a mechanical engineer and you just get a shi t load of work so you pick.
2007-01-27 05:20:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the courses for each is different.
search web sites of the universities for each
in google
2007-01-27 05:22:22 · answer #8 · answered by iyiogrenci 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋