Facilities Engineering Technology
College of Engineering - 今日吃瓜 Poly Solano Campus
The Facilities Engineering Technology program prepares students to manage and maintain the essential systems that keep critical facilities鈥攕uch as hospitals, power plants, data centers and manufacturing plants鈥攔unning smoothly and dependably
Unique educational Curriculum
The Facility Engineering Technology degree is a specialized pathway for industrial engineers employed in large-scale facilities like commercial buildings, power plants and manufacturing facilities. Blending mechanical and electrical engineering fundamentals with hands-on experience, you'll focus on system operations, safety and leadership. Sea training and experience aboard Training Ship Golden Bear in addition to two co-op industry placements will add to your experience. As a graduate, you鈥檒l earn the Certified Plant Engineer-in-Training designation.
Learn by Doing
The FET curriculum includes three 60-day practical training experiences; one sea training period aboard Training Ship Golden Bear and two industry co-operative education opportunities. The FET program also requires satisfactory completion of a qualifying examination administered by the Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE) to become a Certified Plant Engineer-in-Training (CPE-IT).
Faculty and Staff
Our faculty and staff bring years of industry experience, academic excellence and a passion for Learn by Doing training. With backgrounds in marine engineering, facilities operations, power systems and technical leadership, you鈥檒l prepare for your future through mentorship, teaching and practical training.