Concentration of Mechanical Engineering Technology, B.S.
Offered
:
Randolph, VT
What is an In-Person Plus program?
Program-required courses are taught through a combination of in-person and remote delivery. Remote learning may require meeting at a specific time or may not have a specific class time; all weekly interactions and assignments for remote courses are completed through a learning site.
The Renewable Energy concentration within the B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Technology will prepare you to be a skilled and bold leader in the exploding green energy field, where innovation is constant. You can count on individual attention from professors as you explore your options, choose a career path, and build the real-world skills employers expect.
The Green Mountain State of Vermont is the perfect place to train for jobs in renewable energy because we deeply value the environment and are committed to sustainability. With our Renewable Energy concentration within the broader bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, you’ll graduate with the engineering skills to address climate change — and confident about making an impact on the challenges it presents.
We understand that the cost and value of your education is important to you. That's why we're committed to being one of the most affordable colleges in Vermont and why more than 80% of our students receive aid. We're here to help you fit this program into your unique financial picture. Contact this program's Admissions Counselor any time to discuss what types of financial aid are right for you.
Better Together Scholarship
This renewable, merit-based scholarship awards up to $5,000 for out-of-state students and up to $2,000 for in-state students.
Out-of-state students enrolling in the 2025-26 academic year who will live on campus are eligible for a $5,000 scholarship for select programs on select campuses.
Combined with scholarships and aid, a Vermont State education is within reach for students from all financial backgrounds. Speak with our Admissions Counselor to estimate what your true out-of-pocket costs might be for this program.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition for Mechanical Engineering Technology, B.S.
$10,704 Full Time Annual
$446 /credit
$21,408 Full Time Annual
$892 /credit
Total Mandatory Fees
Undergraduate (In-Person / In-Person Plus)
$1,656 Full Time Annual
$69 /credit
Housing and Food
Standard Housing
$8,388 Full Time Annual
Standard Food Plan
$5,506 Full Time Annual
For complete information on tuition and fees across all programs and locations, as well as indirect costs of attendance, visit the complete tuition and fees page.
Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Technology
1 cr
MEC 1011
Design Communication I
2 cr
MEC 1020
Manufacturing Processes I
2 cr
PHY 1051
Physics I
4 cr
Spring
ENG 2080
Technical Communication
3 cr
MEC 1012
Design Communication II
2 cr
MEC 1040
Introduction to Materials Science & Engineering
3 cr
PHY 1052
Physics II
4 cr
GED XXXX
Social Science general education course
3 cr
MAT 1312
Technical Mathematics II
3 cr
Select one:
MAT 1311
Technical Mathematics I
3 cr
MAT 1360
Precalculus with Applications
4 cr
Fall
ELT 2071
Basic Electricity
3 cr
MAT 1531
Calculus I
4 cr
MEC 2010
Fluid Mechanics & Fluid Systems
3 cr
MEC 2035
Statics & Strengths of Materials
4 cr
MEC 2040
Computer-Aided Technology
2 cr
Spring
ELT 2072
Electronics
3 cr
MEC 2050
Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer
4 cr
MEC 2065
Kinematics & Dynamics
3 cr
MEC 2720
Mechanical Projects
3 cr
GED XXXX
Arts and Aesthetics general education course
3 cr
Fall
MAT 2532
Calculus II
4 cr
MEC 1180
Introduction to Welding Processes
3 cr
Spring
CHE 1031
General Chemistry I
4 cr
MAT 2021
Statistics I
3 cr
Select one:
MEC 3021
Manufacturing Processes II
3 cr
MEC 3031
Materials Processes
3 cr
MEC 1060
Metrology & Inspection Techniques
3 cr
MEC 4020
Quality Assurance
3 cr
MEC 3120
Automation and Controls
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Select one:
MEC 3041
Advanced CNC Machining
3 cr
MEC 3121
Additive Manufacturing
3 cr
MEC 4010
Lean Manufacturing
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Fall
ARE 4020
Architectural Engineering Management
3 cr
MEC 4220
Product Design & Production
3 cr
Spring
MEC 4721
Manufacturing Capstone Project
3 cr
GED XXXX
Humanistic Perspective general education course
3 cr
Select one:
MEC 3021
Manufacturing Processes II
3 cr
MEC 3031
Materials Processes
3 cr
MEC 1060
Metrology & Inspection Techniques
3 cr
MEC 4020
Quality Assurance
3 cr
MEC 3120
Automation and Controls
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective 3 cr
Select one:
MEC 3041
Advanced CNC Machining
3 cr
MEC 3121
Additive Manufacturing
3 cr
MEC 4010
Lean Manufacturing
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective 3 cr
Degree Map (Sample) - BS Mechanical Engineering Technology, Renewable Energy
Fall
ENG 1061
English Composition
3 cr
MEC 1010
Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Technology
1 cr
MEC 1011
Design Communication I
2 cr
MEC 1020
Manufacturing Processes I
2 cr
PHY 1051
Physics I
4 cr
Spring
ENG 2080
Technical Communication
3 cr
MEC 1012
Design Communication II
2 cr
MEC 1040
Introduction to Materials Science & Engineering
3 cr
PHY 1052
Physics II
4 cr
GED XXXX
Social Science general education course
3 cr
MAT 1312
Technical Mathematics II
3 cr
Select one:
MAT 1311
Technical Mathematics I
3 cr
MAT 1360
Precalculus with Applications
4 cr
Fall
ELT 2071
Basic Electricity
3 cr
MAT 1531
Calculus I
4 cr
MEC 2010
Fluid Mechanics & Fluid Systems
3 cr
MEC 2035
Statics & Strengths of Materials
4 cr
MEC 2040
Computer-Aided Technology
2 cr
Spring
ELT 2072
Electronics
3 cr
MEC 2050
Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer
4 cr
MEC 2065
Kinematics & Dynamics
3 cr
MEC 2720
Mechanical Projects
3 cr
GED XXXX
Arts and Aesthetics general education course
3 cr
Fall
MAT 2532
Calculus II
4 cr
ARE 2031
Environmental Systems I
3 cr
Spring
ARE 2032
Environmental Systems II
3 cr
CHE 1031
General Chemistry I
4 cr
MAT 2021
Statistics I
3 cr
Select one:
ENV 1080
Introduction to Environmental Science
4 cr
MEC 3040
Bioenergy
3 cr
MEC 2150
Introduction to Solar Photovoltaic Technology
3 cr
MEC 3010
Wind Power
3 cr
MEC 3120
Automation and Controls
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective 3 cr
Select one:
ARE 4030
HVAC Systems
5 cr
MEC 3170
Renewable Energy Heating
3 cr
ENV 2110
Energy Systems & Sustainability
3 cr
Fall
ARE 4020
Architectural Engineering Management
3 cr
MEC 4120
Renewable Energy Modeling
3 cr
Spring
MEC 4722
Renewable Energy Capstone Project
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Business elective
3 cr
Select one:
MEC 2150
Introduction to Solar Photovoltaic Technology
3 cr
MEC 3010
Wind Power
3 cr
ENV 1080
Introduction to Environmental Science
4 cr
MEC 3040
Bioenergy
3 cr
MEC 3120
Automation and Controls
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
Select one:
ARE 4030
HVAC Systems
5 cr
MEC 3170
Renewable Energy Heating
3 cr
ENV 2110
Energy Systems & Sustainability
3 cr
Why Study Renewable Energy at Vermont State?
A Huge Demand: As states around the U.S. confront climate change, they need professionals to work with renewable energy systems. Our graduates pursue careers as systems designers, systems technicians, field operations technologists, technical managers, and sales technicians employed by renewable energy manufacturers; energy project developers; manufacturing and technology companies; and energy consulting and management firms.
Jump-Start Your Career: Within six months of graduating, 100 percent of our Renewable Energy alums have accepted employment in the industry, at manufacturers, energy product developers, consulting firms, and elsewhere. Some students have jobs waiting after they graduate.
Hands-on Learning: You’ll work with professors in our Renewable Energy Lab, with access to diverse energy installations such as a wind turbine, solar array, and anaerobic digester. Well-rounded critical-thinking skills will strengthen your options for green energy jobs.
What You’ll Learn
With Vermont’s growing focus on climate change, you’ll become a thinker and doer in our program, capable of finding solutions through:
Varied Technologies: You’ll work with and design solar PV, biomass, wind, and renewable heating systems in small classes where you’ll know your professors and peers.
A Comprehensive Approach: You’ll use a broad range of techniques and tools, including math, science, engineering, and technology, to solve problems and broaden your perspective. Strong critical-thinking skills will strengthen your green energy career options, too.
Through internships, co-ops, career coaching, and other opportunities, you’ll expand your professional network as you gain cutting-edge skills for your career. Here’s a sample of what our students have been learning and doing, as reported in these capstone articles in Green Energy Times:
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