Preparing students for careers in infrastructure development by combining construction, engineering, and management principles. Graduates gain hands-on experience and expertise, making them highly sought after by employers nationwide in various construction sectors.
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Electrical Engineering Technology Overview
The Construction Engineering Technology program at the University of Maine integrates construction, engineering, and management principles to equip students with the practical knowledge needed to excel in the field. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, students engage in applied technical courses, laboratory work, and internships with top construction firms. The program focuses on providing students with both technical and managerial skills, allowing them to work on projects ranging from heavy highway and residential construction to commercial buildings.
Faculty with extensive industry experience prepare students for successful careers in project engineering, estimating, scheduling, and management, with many graduates advancing to roles such as project managers or even starting their own companies. The program boasts a nearly 100% job placement rate and offers robust internship opportunities, scholarship options, and a reputation for producing top-quality professionals in the field.
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School Director: Will Manion
School of Engineering Technology
5711 Boardman Hall, Room 119
Orono, Maine 04469-5711
Tel: (207) 581-2340
Fax: (207) 581-2113
um.set@maine.edu
sCHOOL OF Engineering Technology
Our school was established in 1975 and offers four degree options for our students. Our programs are explicitly designed to prepare graduates for engineering careers. We accomplish this by working closely with industry to ensure that students are provided “hands on” experience with today’s technology and applications.
Our four engineering technology programs are explicitly designed to prepare graduates for engineering careers. We accomplish this by working closely with industry to ensure that students are provided “hands on” experience with today’s technology and applications.