The Department of Engineering & Technology offers degrees specifically designed to meet the workforce needs in our region. Home to Kentucky’s only bachelor of science program in manufacturing engineering, EKU offers comprehensive programs with an emphasis in problem solving and critical thinking to prepare students for application-oriented careers. Students have access to advanced equipment and labs, a curriculum guided by industry experts, and valuable internship and career opportunities. Whether you aspire to become an engineer or a supervisor, our department offers a secure career path for students who want to be part of this booming field.
Engineering and technology play a part in nearly every aspect of our daily lives. From identifying new clean energy sources to improving transportation systems, demand for engineering and technology professionals is only growing. Growth in demand means growth in opportunities for our students. Our mission is to produce well-trained graduates who possess the talent and problem-solving abilities valued by employers.
Ralph W. Whalin Technology Complex
The Department is located in the Ralph W. Whalin Technology Complex, which includes approximately 100,000 square feet of classroom and laboratory space.
Laboratories housed in the Whalin Complex include automation, 3D printing/prototyping, robotics, electronics, computer aided drafting (CAD), flight simulators, quality assurance and metrology, materials and metallic processes, construction estimating, fluid power, networking, cyber security and computer applications.
The facilities are located in the central portion of campus and are close to the library, classroom buildings, and dormitories.
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521 Lancaster Avenue
302 Whalin Technology Complex
Richmond, KY 40475
859-622-3232
technology@eku.edu
