Plastics Engineering Technology Minor
Add specialized knowledge in one of the world's largest manufacturing industries. Shawnee State's Plastics Engineering Technology Minor — 16 credit hours pulled from an ABET-accredited bachelor's program (one of only four in the country) — gives you a real edge if your career touches materials, products, or manufacturing.
Program Overview
Are you interested in how things are made, or curious about the materials that make up so many products around us? Shawnee State University offers a unique Plastics Engineering Technology minor that can add a special focus to almost any other degree you choose. This minor gives students in other programs the chance to learn about plastics engineering, which is all about how plastic products are designed, developed, and manufactured. It typically involves taking 4 to 6 classes from the Plastics Engineering Technology program, totaling 16 credit hours, and it's specifically designed for students who are majoring in something else but want to broaden their skills.
Plastics are everywhere, from the phone in your hand to parts in cars, medical devices, and even clothing. This minor can be incredibly helpful no matter what you're studying. For instance, if you're an engineering student, it gives you specialized knowledge in a huge industry. If you're in design, you'll learn about the materials you'll be working with. Even if you're in business, understanding plastics manufacturing can give you an edge in product development or supply chain roles. It broadens your understanding of materials and production, making you more versatile and valuable in many different career paths.
This minor is part of a larger bachelor’s program that is one of only four in the country that is accredited by ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology). This accreditation means the program meets very high national standards for quality. The university provides state-of-the-art facilities with the latest plastics manufacturing equipment, giving you hands-on experience that employers are looking for. You will also have access to a network of multiple manufacturers world-wide with opportunities for internships.
The Plastics Engineering Technology minor an opportunity to add a unique and in-demand skill set to your college education. To explore how this minor can fit into your academic journey, you'll need to schedule an advising appointment with a Plastics Engineering Technology faculty member. This minor can be a way to enhance your learning and open up new career possibilities.
At A Glance
Plastics Engineering Technology Minor
Degree
Minor
Format
On campus
Length
Typically completed alongside a bachelor's degree
Credits
16
Class Size
12:1
Location
Advanced Technology Center, Main Campus
Why Study Plastics Engineering Technology Minor at Shawnee University
It's drawn from an ABET-accredited program — one of only four Plastics Engineering Technology programs in the country with that accreditation.
Plastics show up in cars, medical devices, packaging, electronics — almost every product industry. Knowing how they're designed and made is broadly useful.
You build the minor with a faculty advisor, so the courses align with your major and goals.
Lab time happens on industry-grade equipment in the Advanced Technology Center.
