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School of Engineering Technologies
Explore the vast world of technological sciences and engineering with hands-on experiences.
Applied Technology Studies
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Building Automation Engineering
Construction Management
Electrical
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
Information Technology
Landscape/Plant Production
Non-Destructive Testing
Polymer Engineering
Welding & Metal Fabrication
When opportunity knocks, you answer.
Technology is redefining our future. That’s why we design our programs to meet industry demands now, and down the road. Through programs like automation engineering, aviation, and plastics, our students are mastering diverse technical skills that have the power to transform tomorrow.
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Areas of Interest
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Applied Technology Studies
Push your passion one step further with a bachelor's degree in Applied Technology Studies.
Apprenticeship Technology
Earn credits from your apprenticeship experience and apply them to a career-boosting degree.
Architecture & Sustainable Design
Make a lasting impact designing all kinds of spaces with industry-leading software including AutoCAD, Revit, Trimble Sketchup, and Adobe Photoshop.
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Hone the technical skills you need to be a part of a rapidly growing career field.
Automotive
Hone the technical skills you need to be a part of a rapidly growing career field.
Aviation
With three degree options to choose from, access to specialized learning labs, and expert faculty leading the way, Penn College is the place to set your future in motion.
Building Automation Engineering
Learn how to centrally manage building systems and automatically control features like room temperature, elevators, and security systems.
Building Construction
Whether you’re drawn to the technology behind residential construction or have an interest in rising to management, there’s an opportunity waiting for you.
Civil Engineering
From community parks to high-traffic bridges, you'll play a vital role in creating and maintaining the infrastructure where we live, work, and play.
Collision Repair & Restoration
Whether you enjoy working with modern cars and trucks or prefer vintage vehicles, our programs lend the theory and specialized training to fuel your future.
Construction Management
Take the lead in the boardroom and on the job site, running all types of construction projects from small to large.
Diesel Truck, Heavy Equipment & Power Generation
Dive into power-packed programs with specialized training that employers want most.
Electrical
Learn all the ins and outs of electrical and automated systems, training in specialized labs using equipment just like the pros.
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Choose from a host of interconnected, yet diverse majors, ranging from automation and computer engineering to electronics and robotics.
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
Spark ideas that improve processes and impact outcomes.
Forestry
In the classroom and in the field, forest technology students are preparing for their futures from day one.
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Begin with an associate degree that focuses on technical know-how and continue on for your bachelor’s, which pairs technical aspects with design, engineering, and business skills.
Heavy Equipment Operations
Take the driver’s seat in this comprehensive program. Train to become a heavy equipment operator and you'll dig into everything from tools, hardware, and safety to site engineering and layout.
Information Technology
Take the lead in a thriving career field that connects us all.
Landscape/Plant Production
Pursue a career in landscape/plant production at Penn College and you’ll be at home in our living labs, cultivating real-world experience and nurturing the in-demand skills to thrive.
Non-Destructive Testing
NDT verifies the quality of welding ultimately leading to safer and more reliable products. Learn more about programs offered in this vital and growing field.
Polymer Engineering
Dive into extensive hands-on training with industrial-scale processing equipment in one of our two ABET-accredited plastics programs.
Welding & Metal Fabrication
Perfect your skills in our expanded 55,000-square-foot lab.
Minors & Immersions
Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.
Programs
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Faculty & Staff
Leading with skill and passion
School of Engineering Technologies News
11.21.2024
GT&E loans John Deere equipment to Penn College
Groff Tractor & Equipment has loaned advanced John Deere equipment that is benefiting Pennsylvania College of Technology students in the heavy construction equipment technology majors. A John Deere 550K dozer and John Deere 544G wheel loader were donated for use for the Summer and Fall 2024 semesters. Six Penn College classes are gaining hands-on exposure to the equipment.
11.21.2024
Empowering students to empower others
Working together to get the job done and lift up others: That seems to be a reoccurring theme as we reach the conclusion of “Give Thanks, Paw it Forward” week. The final “Makers” profile to be shared as part of this annual thankfulness celebration is that of James C. Fretz, a construction management student from Collegeville.
11.20.2024
HVAC grad’s gratitude comes full circle
The fourth profile to be shared this week, during the “Give Thanks, Paw It Forward” celebration, is one of Penn College’s Corporate Tomorrow Makers – Weather Engineers, Inc., a 60-year-old company providing residential and commercial HVAC solutions in northeast Florida. Daniel E. Towers, a 1994 graduate of Penn College’s heating, ventilation & air conditioning technology major, is vice president of operations for the company. Towers enjoys recruiting Penn College students and alumni.
Study Abroad
Gain global experience
See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.
Dean's Message
“Our faculty, possessing both industry experience in their disciplines as well as the appropriate academic credentials, work tirelessly to balance theory with hands-on application."
Bradley M. Webb, Ph.D.
Dean of Engineering Technologies
Academics
Skilled Technicians Wanted
Combating the Skills Gap in Advanced Manufacturing
More than 4 million jobs in advanced manufacturing are expected to open in the next 10 years. Due to retirements and a lack of new workers entering the field, industry experts believe 2 million of these jobs will go unfilled. Penn College was awarded $685,297 from the National Science Foundation: Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program to help lessen this growing talent gap in the advanced manufacturing industry. Please click the links below to learn what Penn College is doing to help bolster America’s workforce!
Aviation Workforce Success Project (AWSP)
Our nation faces critical projected shortages of skilled aviation maintenance professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a faster than average job growth for aircraft technicians of five percent from 2019 to 2029.* The Aviation Technician Education Council (ATEC) estimates a need for more than 10,000 mechanics annually to meet national market demand.** Penn College was awarded an Aviation Workforce Development Grant of $214,500 from the FAA to help bolster the numbers of individuals entering these rewarding careers.
A Collaborative Approach to Expanding Nondestructive Testing Education within a Welding Program
This project aims to address the growing unmet need for skilled technicians in nondestructive testing. Nondestructive testing is used to test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using technologies such as ultrasound and X-ray analysis. Nondestructive testing technicians help U.S. vessel, vehicle, pipeline, and infrastructure industries meet quality and safety assurance requirements, thus preventing injury or loss of life. The shortage of workers in nondestructive testing results from both high industry demand and a shortage of training programs.
Summer Camps
Summer is a time for exploring
We get it. Committing to a career path is a big decision. Summer Camps are the perfect introduction to hands-on education. Join us for a program this summer and see what Penn College is all about.
Engineering
Explore engineering concepts and careers such as robotics and electronics, plastics and polymer engineering, machining, and welding.
Students Entering Grades 10-12
Thingamajig Fabricators
Experience the marvels of modern manufacturing. Learn how everyday objects are designed and fabricated.
Students Entering Grades 9-12