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Building Automation Engineering
Design, install, and troubleshoot automated systems.
Building Automation Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
Building automation is a part of our every day lives.
Building automation is used to centrally manage building systems and automatically control features like room temperature, elevators, and security systems. When you pursue your bachelor's in Building Automation Engineering Technology, you get to choose your area of specialization for the first two years by entering into one of the associate's degrees below. From there you'll focus on combining those skills with hands-on lab time, working on industry-standard equipment. And by the time you're ready to graduate, employers will be knocking on your door.
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Building Automation Engineering Technology (B.S.)
Harness modern technology to power all types of building systems from AC to elevators.
Minors & Immersions
Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.
Your Pathway into Building Automation
To enter into the building automation engineering technology major, you'll need to declare a dual degree in one of these associate-degree programs.
Electric Power Generation Technology: Diesel Emphasis (A.A.S.)
Learn the technical skills to evaluate, test, and troubleshoot power generators.
Electrical Construction (A.A.S.)
Dive into all aspects of electrical construction including residential and commercial projects.
Electrical Technology (A.A.S.)
Master everything from circuitry and industrial electronics to programmable logic controllors (PLCs) in this associate's program.
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology: Robotics & Automation Emphasis (A.A.S.)
Specialize in the robotics and automation aspects that lend efficiency to modern manufacturing.
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology (A.A.S.)
Gain the technical skills needed to install and repair all types of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment.
Information Technology: Network & User Support
From networking to hardware and software, learn how to address all kinds of technical support needs.
Mechatronics (A.A.S.)
Integrating electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering, mechatronics opens the door to a host of career paths.
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Penn College News
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.
11.19.2024
Penn College IT prof presents at international conference
During a recent international conference, a Pennsylvania College of Technology faculty member presented his research findings focusing on technology use among people with disabilities. Stephen R. Cheskiewicz, associate professor of computer information technology, shared the results of his study, “The Great Need for a Dedicated Special Needs Social Media Platform,” at the 17th annual International Conference on Education, Research and Innovation in Seville, Spain.
11.15.2024
Penn College’s Jumper receives CMAA Foundation Scholarship
Pennsylvania College of Technology student Noah H. Jumper, of Shippensburg, was recently awarded a $5,000 scholarship from the Construction Management Association of America Foundation. Jumper is one of two recipients of the 2024 CMAA Foundation Scholarship. His selection was announced at the association’s annual conference, CMAA24, held Oct. 27-29 in San Francisco.