Purdue University School of Engineering Technology

What Purdue University School of Engineering Technology does

Purdue University School of Engineering Technology is one of the core academic units within Purdue Polytechnic Institute, itself one of ten colleges at Purdue University, a public land-grant research university founded in 1869. The School offers six undergraduate engineering technology majors — Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Computer, Mechatronics, and Robotics Engineering Technology — alongside MS and Ph.D. programs, online graduate certificates, and applied research. Programs emphasize hands-on, applied learning through state-of-the-art labs (enterprise-grade cybersecurity environments configured with Wireshark and Active Directory Domain Services by sophomore year, CNC and manufacturing labs, flight simulators and large-category aircraft, BIM/design studios) and co-located industry facilities (the Subaru manufacturing campus in Lafayette, the Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Columbus, and the Indianapolis International Airport Aviation Technology Center). The Purdue cybersecurity program is ranked 6th nationally by U.S. News & World Report, and researchers from the college won Audience Choice at ACM SIGGRAPH 2025 for a virtual anatomy tool.

The institution operates across 11 Indiana locations: a West Lafayette flagship with 36+ technology majors, an Indianapolis campus with 10 majors, and nine statewide campuses in Anderson, Columbus, Kokomo, Lafayette, New Albany, Richmond, South Bend, and Vincennes. Revenue is generated through three streams: undergraduate and graduate tuition (in-state and out-of-state), externally funded research grants and contracts administered through the Office of Research, and continuing-education offerings including online graduate certificates in Applied AI and Cybersecurity, Smart Manufacturing, Project Management, Applied Data Analytics, and Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems. Customer segments include prospective and current students (primary), employer and industry partners (career-fair recruiting, capstone sponsorship, Industrial Advisory Council participation), and alumni (networking, continuing education, philanthropy).

Go-to-market combines event-driven and community-led channels: career fairs, virtual information sessions, campus visits, student ambassador programs, alumni networks, social media (Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, LinkedIn), and the Purdue Alumni Association. Strategic employer partners include Gulfstream Aerospace, FieldCore/GE Vernova, GE Appliances/Haier, Land O'Lakes, Shiel Sexton, Kiewit, Schmidt Associates, and Rapid Prototyping and Engineering; core institutional partners include Vincennes University, Subaru, and the Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence.

Name

Purdue University School of Engineering Technology

Legal name

Purdue University

Website

https://polytechnic.purdue.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1869

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Purdue University School of Engineering Technology is an academic unit within Purdue Polytechnic Institute that delivers six undergraduate engineering technology majors plus graduate programs, hands-on labs, and statewide industry-co-located campuses to students across Indiana, with employer and alumni partners.

Ownership category

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Product category

Higher Education Engineering Technology

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711)

akta.pro primary industry

Engineering & Technology Institutes (Comprehensive) (EDAHAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Polytechnic & Applied Sciences Universities (EDAHAEAB), STEM-Focused Technical Universities (EDAHAEAD), Technical Universities with Specialized Engineering Domains (EDAHAEAI)

Keywords

• Engineering technology education
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Graduate technology degrees
• Hands-on applied learning
• Industry-aligned curriculum

Headquarters

HQ city

West Lafayette, Indiana

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Purdue Polytechnic generates revenue primarily through undergraduate and graduate tuition and fees. The institution offers in-state and out-of-state pricing, with financial aid and scholarships available. Statewide locations offer affordable tuition with flexible scheduling for part-time and full-time students.
2. Research Grants and Contracts: The Office of Research supports faculty and graduate student research across technology disciplines, generating external funding through government and industry research grants.
3. Continuing Education and Professional Development: Online graduate certificates and professional development programs generate revenue through continuing education offerings including project management, cybersecurity, AI, smart manufacturing, and technical communication certificates.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Purdue University School of Engineering Technology delivers applied, hands-on engineering technology education through undergraduate majors (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Computer, Mechatronics, and Robotics Engineering Technology), a Master of Science in Engineering Technology, and Doctor of Technology programs. The school emphasizes experiential learning through state-of-the-art labs, Experience Studios, capstone projects, and industry partnerships to prepare graduates for immediate workforce contribution in technology-driven careers.

Product overview

Purdue Polytechnic Institute is Purdue University's college of technology offering a comprehensive portfolio of academic programs. The institution provides undergraduate majors across technology domains (engineering technology, computing, aviation, construction, digital design, and leadership), graduate degrees (MS and Ph.D. programs), online graduate certificates, and professional development programs. The School of Engineering Technology specifically offers six undergraduate engineering technology majors including Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, and Robotics Engineering Technology, along with graduate programs. The institution also operates Naval ROTC, student ambassador programs, and career development events. Programs emphasize hands-on, applied learning with industry partnerships and real-world project experience.

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Problem solved

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Products and services

• Undergraduate Engineering Technology Majors Six undergraduate engineering technology majors including Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, and Robotics Engineering Technology. Designed for students seeking applied, hands-on engineering technology education.
• MS in Engineering Technology Master of Science in Engineering Technology graduate degree program for students seeking advanced engineering technology credentials.
• Ph.D. in Technology Doctoral program in Technology for students pursuing advanced research and academic careers in technology disciplines.
• Applied AI and Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate Online graduate certificate in Applied AI and Cybersecurity for working professionals seeking specialized credentials.
• Smart Manufacturing Graduate Certificate Graduate certificate in Smart Manufacturing for professionals seeking credentials in advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Project Management Graduate Certificate Graduate certificate in Project Management for professionals seeking credentials to manage technology projects.
• Applied Data Analytics Graduate Certificate Online graduate certificate in Applied Data Analytics in Technology for professionals seeking data analytics credentials.
• Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems Graduate Certificate Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems graduate certificate program for professionals seeking credentials in the UAS industry.

Quantifiable outcome

• 6th in the nation (U.S. News & World Report) for cybersecurity program
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• GE Appliances, a Haier CompanyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 February 2026Participated in the Purdue Polytechnic Career Fair 2026 as a recruiting employer, hosting company information sessions for students. Engaged with students seeking internships, co-ops, and full-time careers.
• Gulfstream AerospaceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 February 2026Participated in the Purdue Polytechnic Career Fair 2026 as a recruiting employer, hosting company information sessions for students. Engaged with students seeking internships, co-ops, and full-time careers in aerospace.
• FieldCore, a GE Vernova CompanyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 February 2026Participated in the Purdue Polytechnic Career Fair 2026 as a recruiting employer, hosting company information sessions for students.
• Land O'Lakes, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 February 2026Participated in the Purdue Polytechnic Career Fair 2026 as a recruiting employer, hosting company information sessions for students.
• James Kasmark (Donor)minorOthers · 21 September 2023James Kasmark, Purdue mechanical engineering alumnus (1958) and Army veteran, donated to fund a new ROTC obstacle course benefiting all three Purdue ROTC programs (Navy, Army, Air Force). The obstacle course enhances military training capabilities for midshipmen and cadets.
• KiewitcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFirst-of-its-kind partnership providing Purdue Construction Management students direct access to Kiewit's people, projects, and technologies. Students gain real-world experiences, industry-informed learning, and connections that launch impactful careers in construction. The partnership creates new opportunities for skills development and industry engagement within construction management programs.
• Shiel SextonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShiel Sexton hosts Bowen School of Construction students for internships on major construction projects. Evan Sleeth, a construction management student, interned on the $187 million Academic Success Building project, gaining hands-on experience in the field.
• Vincennes UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Vincennes University at the Indianapolis International Airport's Aviation Technology Center, drawing from the hub of aerospace activity. Also involved in the unique '2+2' program at the Vincennes campus providing early exposure to technological disciplines.
• SubarucoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPurdue Polytechnic Lafayette campus is located directly on the Subaru manufacturing campus in Lafayette, Indiana, enabling direct industry engagement and making it a prime location for technology studies with hands-on manufacturing exposure.
• Advanced Manufacturing Center of ExcellencecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPurdue Polytechnic Columbus campus is located within the Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence, providing proximity to leading manufacturing firms and enhancing cutting-edge technology programs.
• Rapid Prototyping and EngineeringminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFranklin, Indiana-based company designing and manufacturing prototype parts for companies including Cummins Inc., Allison Transmission, IndyCar racing teams, and NASA. Hosts internship opportunities for Purdue Polytechnic robotics engineering technology students.
• Purdue University (Indianapolis Campus)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe $187 million Academic Success Building serves as the flagship facility for Purdue's urban campus expansion in Indianapolis. The project provides internship and career opportunities for Purdue Polytechnic students while supporting the university's growth strategy.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Virginia Tech: Land-grant university with extensive engineering technology, construction management, cybersecurity, and aerospace programs. Comparable in hands-on applied learning model and industry engagement across the Commonwealth.
• Georgia Institute of Technology: Public polytechnic-style research university with a strong engineering technology, computing, cybersecurity, and industrial engineering portfolio. Closest large public peer to Purdue Polytechnic with overlapping applied-technology programs and similar land-grant DNA.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Specialized aviation and aerospace university offering professional flight, aviation management, and unmanned aerial systems — directly overlapping Purdue Polytechnic's School of Aviation and Transportation Technology programs.
• Kettering University: Engineering technology-focused institution built on cooperative education (co-op) work-integrated learning, closely matching Purdue Polytechnic's emphasis on applied engineering technology and industry partnerships.
• Stevens Institute of Technology: Private technology university with strong engineering, cybersecurity, and applied computing programs. Comparable positioning as a tech-focused institution with applied learning.
• Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI): Private polytechnic university built on a project-based learning model (WPI Plan) directly analogous to Purdue Polytechnic's 'learn by doing' philosophy. Strong overlap in engineering technology, robotics, cybersecurity, and project-based studios.
• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI): Oldest polytechnic university in the U.S., with engineering, computing, and applied technology programs. Comparable brand positioning and historical emphasis on hands-on technical education.
• University of Cincinnati: Pioneer of cooperative education (co-op) technical programs with broad engineering technology, construction, and aviation offerings — a direct comparable on the co-op/applied-learning model.

Broad incumbents

• MIT: Premier engineering and technology institution that competes for top STEM talent and shapes national rankings. Sets the upper-bound benchmark for applied technology education and research.
• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign: Large land-grant Big Ten peer with significant engineering and computer science offerings, including cybersecurity and manufacturing programs. Competes for the same out-of-state technical talent pool.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/techpurdue
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/techpurdue
• Facebookfacebook.com/techpurdue
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/purdue-university-school-of-engineering-technology
• Instagraminstagram.com/techpurdue

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Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries6 records

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