Degrees
The Department of Marine Engineering Technology offers an interdisciplinary engineering degree focused on the marine environment. Whether you have plans to work on shore, on oil platforms, or on board ships, this program will give the education and training needed to become a marine engineer, capable of solving problems big and small in a variety of fields.
Marine Engineering Technology
MARR provides an interdisciplinary education in marine propulsion, electrical power, electronics and maritime-related engineering. The curriculum is a blend of marine power systems and applied mechanical engineering programs in the marine industry. Fundamental courses are supplemented with studies in naval architecture, marine applications of electrical engineering, and thermodynamics. The program is enhanced through the utilization of numerous and frequent hands-on learning experiences that elevate the education of our students.
The marine engineering technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s general criteria and program criteria for Marine Engineering Technology and similarly named programs.
Minor in Marine Engineering Technology
The minor in Marine Engineering Technology is intended to complement other engineering or Galveston-based majors to provide depth in the marine engineering technology discipline. The minor will culminate in an at-sea experience aboard the training ship, smaller vessel, or approved placement. MARE 200 involves a summer at sea. All at-sea placements require medical review, TWIC card, Merchant Mariner Credential and Passport.
Minor in Marine Electro-Technology
The minor in Marine Electro-Technology provides students with an expansive background in electrical and electronics systems, and their applications in the marine and maritime industries. This will prepare them for the industry and meet the growing need for engineers with an electrical and electronics background. This minor can lead to endorsement as an Electro Technical Officer (ETO) with appropriate sea time.
The Department of Marine Engineering Technology pairs strenuous classroom instruction with numerous hands-on learning opportunities in order to properly educate marine-based engineers. The interdisciplinary education spans marine propulsion, electrical power, electronics, and maritime engineering, blending marine power systems and applied mechanical engineering. The department utilizes both top quality professors and cutting-edge technology to create confident and successful engineers.
This guide provides an overview of our undergraduate degree and admissions information.