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Engineering Technology (BA)


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The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Engineering Technology program at UNLV offers a career-focused pathway in Engineering and Computer Science. With a hands-on approach, it caters to diverse student needs and emphasizes real-world application of engineering principles. Students can specialize in a growing list of industry-responsive concentrations including Biomedical Technology, Construction Technology and Management, Information Technology, and Mechatronics, tailoring their academic journey to their career aspirations. This dynamic program prepares students for the challenges of the engineering and technology profession.

As an integral part of a larger academic movement, this program epitomizes UNLV’s unwavering commitment to delivering accessible and applied engineering education. Recognizing and accommodating the diverse needs and aspirations of its student community, UNLV ensures that opportunities for growth and development are extended inclusively to all who seek them. In doing so, the university not only enriches educational experience but also contributes to the cultivation of a future generation of adaptable and skilled engineers.

Please see the UNLV Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering web page for information about department programs, faculty and facilities.  Degree worksheets and 4/5 year plan for the major are available on the UNLV Degrees Directory.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the BA in Applied Engineering program is open to all students who meet the minimum requirements established by the UNLV Admission Office.  

First-Year Students:
A minimum 3.0 GPA in 13 core units, comprising:

  • 4 units in English.
  • 3 units in Math.
  • 3 units in Social Science.
  • 3 units in Natural Science.

Alternatively, a score of 1120 on the SAT* (evidence-based reading & writing and math). For SAT exams taken prior to March 2016, a score of 1040 is required.
Or, a composite score of 22 on the ACT.
Or, possession of a Nevada Advanced High School Diploma or a Nevada College and Career Ready High School Diploma.

Transfer Students:
Adherence to UNLV’s standard transfer student admission requirements.

International Students:

  • For First-Year International Students:

A 3.0 cumulative GPA or 1120* SAT (evidence-based reading & writing and math) or 22 ACT (composite score). *1040 for SAT exams taken prior to March 2016.

  • For international transfer students:

A minimum 2.5 GPA in 24 or more transferable college-level credits. Transfer students with fewer than 24 transferable college-level credits must meet the first-year student admission requirements.

Advising


Please see advising information at the UNLV Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering Student Advising Center.

Accreditation


For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please head over to Academic Program Accreditations.

Engineering Technology (BA) Degree Requirements - Total Credits: 120


General Education Requirements - Credits: 26-36


First-Year Seminar - Credits: 2-3


The preferred First Year Seminar for Engineering Technology (BA) is EGG 103 in combination with EGG 104.

Second-Year Seminar - Credits: 0


Fulfilled by Required course (See Note 2)

Mathematics - Credits: 0


Automatically satisfied by Major requirements

Distribution Requirements - Credits: 15


Please see Distribution Requirements for more information

Humanities and Fine Arts - Credits: 9

Social Science - Credits: 6

Natural Science and Analytical Thinking - Credits: 0

Automatically satisfied by Major requirements

Multicultural and International - Credits: 0-6


  • Multicultural, one 3 credit course required
  • International, one 3 credit course required

These courses may overlap with general education and major requirements.  A single course may not meet the multicultural and international requirements simultaneously. List of approved Multicultural and International courses.

Major Requirements - BA in Engineering Technology - Credits: 83-93


Areas of Concentration - Credits: 58-68


Students are required to choose one area of concentration. Credits depend on area:

  • Biomedical Technology - Credits: 59
  • Construction Technology and Management - Credits: 58
  • Information Technology - Credits: 62
  • Mechatronics - Credits: 68

Biomedical Technology Concentration - Credits: 59


The Biomedical Technology concentration offers a high-impact, application-based curriculum designed for students who prefer building and maintaining life-critical medical systems over abstract theoretical study. By synthesizing the principles of Engineering Technology with the biological sciences, this program produces “Day One Ready” professionals capable of supporting the complex technological infrastructure of modern healthcare. This is an AI-integrated degree, embedding the sustainable and ethical use of artificial intelligence in medical imaging, diagnostics, and predictive system maintenance across the entire lifecycle of the program.

The curriculum transitions students from foundational anatomy and kinesiology to the mastery of advanced medical equipment and microcontroller technology. By balancing technical proficiency in electronics and circuits with a systems-level understanding of biomechanics and radiation science, graduates gain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving healthcare technology sector. This direct path to the workforce is fortified by mandatory internship experiences, ensuring that classroom innovation—from thermo-fluids to medical equipment systems—is consistently validated by real-world professional practice.

Graduates are prepared for leadership in high-growth healthcare sectors, including:

  • Medical Equipment Systems: Designing, testing, and maintaining diagnostic and therapeutic hardware in clinical environments.
  • Biomedical Instrumentation: Utilizing microcontroller technology and electronics to develop precise tools for physiological monitoring.
  • Clinical Engineering Operations: Managing the technical lifecycle of complex medical systems while ensuring structural safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Applied Biomechanics: Integrating mechanical design and anatomical kinesiology to support the development of assistive and rehabilitative technologies.

Ultimately, this concentration serves as a modern bridge between engineering and the life sciences, equipping students with the technical versatility and professional experience required to lead in a technology-driven global health market. By merging academic rigor with immersive industry partnerships, the program ensures that graduates are positioned to define the future of biomedical technology.

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