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Technology and Engineering Education
Degree
BS in Technology and Engineering Education
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At a Glance
With technology and engineering affecting every aspect of individual life, society, and the environment, you can make a tremendous impact by teaching curious learners in middle and upper grades. In this integrative STEM-based program, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge, and experience to become a highly effective technology and engineering teacher. Emphasis is placed on understanding core STEM principles and applying design-centric, problem-based pedagogies.
You’ll Benefit From:
- Small classes and seminars with guidance from dedicated faculty
- Design thinking and hands-on learning
- Opportunities to participate in faculty-mentored research
- A flexible curriculum that accommodates the option of minors
- On-campus employment options
- Participation in active student groups and organizations
- The potential to pursue an accelerated bachelor’s to master’s degree in integrative STEM education
- Preparation and mentoring for graduate and professional programs
Teaching Careers
The technology and engineering education degree offers deep preparation for teaching middle and high school grades and qualifies educators for New Jersey certification in grades K–12. You can also qualify for endorsements in computer science, engineering technology, and technology education.
It’s also worth noting that technology and engineering teachers boast some of the highest starting salaries among education graduates in New Jersey. Recent graduates have had a 100% placement rate in jobs or graduate school programs within six months of graduation.
Recent Employers
- Fair Lawn Public School District
- Hillsborough Township Public School District
- Hopewell Valley Regional School District
- Northern Burlington County Regional School District
- Princeton Public School District
- West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
Recent Graduate Schools
- Columbia University
- Purdue University
- The College of New Jersey
- Virginia Tech
Experiential Learning
This program integrates liberal arts study, education theory and practice, and extensive fieldwork — including a semester of supervised classroom teaching. Students receive guidance from faculty advisors, ensuring excellent support throughout their studies.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
At TCNJ, students have access to and exposure to cutting-edge equipment and dedicated specialty laboratories. Hands-on labs empower you to apply skills and confirm theoretical principles learned in the classroom. Recent multimillion-dollar investments ensure students learn in modern facilities with advanced instrumentation and state-of-the-art design, prototyping, and validation tools.
Faculty
Our accomplished integrative STEM faculty are dedicated instructors and mentors. Get an inside track on innovative research from faculty collaborating across academia and industry.
An Extensive Network
Study alongside talented peers, learn from faculty with valuable contacts in their field, and benefit from an alumni community with strong professional connections and genuine enthusiasm for supporting students.
