Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Manufacturing a brighter future
In the design lab or on the production floor, our Manufacturing Engineering Technology majors are the ones that make things happen – the applied expert between the engineer and the craftsman.
Our program prepares students for exciting careers in research and development, engineering, materials testing, quality control and more. With three different emphasis areas in Metal Casting, Design and Advanced Manufacturing, you can choose classes that fit your goals and interests.
As a student, you’ll have the chance to work in our outstanding facilities, including: a full production lab, our internationally recognized Metal Casting Center, and the Additive Manufacturing Center, which is a recognized world leader in research and development in the additive manufacturing industry.
World-class facilities
UNI offers Iowa’s only on-campus Metal Casting Center. This facility is a nationally recognized leader in foundry research, applied technology & technical business assistance.
ABET Accredited
The Manufacturing Engineering Technology Program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET.
Undergoing renovations
The Applied Engineering Building (AEB) is undergoing a $43.9 million dollar renovation which will be ready for the Fall 2023 semester.
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Department of Applied Engineering & Technical Management
University of Northern Iowa
Industrial Technology Center 25
Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0392
Phone: 319-273-2561
Email: technology@uni.edu
Program Curriculum
The Manufacturing Engineering Technology program has developed its curriculum utilizing recommendations from a very active advisory board made up of industry professionals. UNI's curriculum is developed by industry - for industry.
Career Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the career opportunities for students in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program at the University of Northern Iowa are expected to increase by 10% over the next 10 years.
Transfer to UNI
Transferring to UNI couldn't be easier. Check out our transfer guides to learn more about how community college credits can transfer to UNI.
Choose Your Area of Emphasis
Advanced Manufacturing
The advanced manufacturing emphasis gives heightened focus to the content areas of advanced manufacturing processes, production management and computer-aided manufacturing.
Design
With an emphasis in computer-aided drafting and design, students receive training in engineering analysis, product research and development, as well as mathematics, science, manufacturing management, industrial materials and processes.
Metal Casting
The metal casting emphasis is one of 21 programs on the North American continent that have been recognized by the Foundry Educational Foundation as a Certified School. Students learn from respected professionals in the metal casting field.
I worked at the UNI Metal Casting Center for four years, and helped design, build and test metal casting materials, processes and molds, which were used by private companies and the U.S. military.
Connecting you with Industry
The Department of Applied Engineering & Technical Management has forged strong connections with industry partners in Iowa, including big-name companies such John Deere, Collins Aerospace and Vermeer. In an average year, nearly 100 employers from around the state, and the Midwest, come to campus to visit with our students, and recruit them for full-time positions.