Plastics Engineering Technology emphasizes detailed technical knowledge as well as real world application. Plastics is a rapidly expanding field, both as a science and an industry, Pittsburg State University's curriculum keeps pace with changes and anticipated industrial needs. The Plastics Engineering Technology program at Pittsburg State University has a four-year curriculum which culminates in a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Technology.
The Plastics Engineering Technology program is a key component of the university’s Polymer Chemistry Initiative. Through this initiative students will be exposed to advanced foundation Polymer Chemistry courses, theory and application of plastic design, and the research-based opportunities of the university’s Kansas Polymer Research Center. The end result is a well-rounded educational experience that provides students with the knowledge, skills and contacts they need to become successful after graduation.
Opportunities for employment in the Plastics Engineering Technology program include supervision/management, sales, process and design engineering, quality control, research and development and several other interesting and fulfilling careers.