What you will study
In our newly renovated classrooms on our Warrensburg campus, you鈥檒l learn the latest
in engineering and technology using the tools to teach in both a traditional 鈥榮hop鈥�
and pre-engineering labs. Our program coursework focuses on:
- Mechanics
- Electrical
- Woods
- Metals
- Pre-engineering
Some classes are available online for our students鈥� convenience and flexibility in
completing your Secondary Education bachelor鈥檚 degree in Engineering and Technology.
Next steps for prospective engineering teachers
Completing UCM鈥檚 Engineering and Technology program prepares and qualifies you for
Missouri鈥檚 educator certification exam.
Through it all, UCM鈥檚 Career and Technical Education (CTE) program faculty, who have
taught in CTE classrooms, will be here to guide you and lend their expertise.
Excellence in Secondary Education
- Top 15%: Most Focused Colleges for Education (College Factual, 2022)
- One of the Most Focused Bachelor's Degree Colleges for Education (College Factual, 2022)
- One of the Most Focused Colleges for Secondary Education (College Factual, 2022)
- Top 4.5%: Most Popular Colleges for Secondary Education (College Factual, 2022)
- Top 5%: Most Popular Bachelor's Degree Colleges for Secondary Education (College Factual,
2022)
- Top 10%: Best Value in Education (College Factual, 2021)
Unique learning opportunities in engineering and technology
To earn your Engineering and Technology Teaching degree at the University of Central
Missouri, you鈥檒l practice teaching both on and off campus. In our Active Learning
Classroom, you鈥檒l use state-of-the-art equipment and technology that will prepare
you to teach today鈥檚 students before beginning your practicum experience. Starting
your sophomore year, you鈥檒l also apply your skills in the field, observing a high
school CTE teacher and then leading instruction. In fact, you鈥檒l have extensive field
experience prior to student teaching in your final semester.
Join an engineering and technology teachers association
When you join an engineering and technology teachers association, you鈥檒l have opportunities
to network, learn and have fun with future engineering technology teachers. Among
your options are:
- Technology Education Collegiate Association (TECA)
- International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA)
- Missouri Association for Career and Technical Education (MoACTE)
- Technology Education Association of Missouri (TEAM)
Students completing Education degrees in Engineering Technology at UCM are also encouraged
to get involved with local Technology Student Association chapters. This will help
you understand the organization, so you can manage a future TSA or SkillsUSA chapter.
What can you do with an Engineering and Technology Teachers degree from UCM?
Engineering and Technology degrees for Secondary Education give UCM graduates choices.
Not only will you be certified to work in Missouri high schools and middle schools,
but you can also decide your classroom preference. This means taking the traditional
route and creating with woods and metals or opting instead for a 鈥榗lean鈥� shop that
focuses on topics such as design and drafting, engineering, robotics and aerospace.
No matter your route, UCM faculty who are engineering technology teachers will advise
you as you consider your career path and will even work with you to transfer your
teaching license to another state if desired.
What opportunities exist for engineering technology teachers?
UCM maintains a high job placement rate of our Secondary Education program graduates
with Engineering and Technology degrees. It鈥檚 common for our students to be employed
before finishing their student teaching.
To understand the career opportunities that await you, use the interactive tool below.
Financial assistance options for Secondary Education Engineering and Technology degrees
An investment in your education is an investment in your future. As you evaluate Engineering
and Technology degrees for Secondary Education, you may be looking for ways to finance your college education. The University of Central Missouri has a variety of resources available to help
with loans, grants and work study.
Scholarships for future engineering technology teachers
Students working to be engineering technology teachers may qualify to apply for the
following UCM scholarships:
- Ben E. Moore Scholarship for a junior or senior pursuing a CTE degree in Engineering
and Technology
- William R. Harmsen Scholarship in Technology Education for a junior pursuing a degree
in Engineering and Technology Teacher Education
- Department of Career and Technology Education Scholarship, available to students seeking
a degree in the area of CTE
- University of Central Missouri FIRST Robotics Scholarship for a high school senior
pursuing a degree in STEM or a STEM education-related program at UCM
Use the to see if you qualify for these opportunities and others, including those available
through UCM鈥檚 College of Education. You may also qualify for opportunities through
the engineering and technology teachers association you choose to join.
Meet Grim M.
BSE Secondary Education - Engineering and Technology Teacher Education 鈥�22
鈥淯CM鈥檚 Engineering and Technology Teacher Education program has been an enlightening,
educational and engaging experience. The faculty makes sure students are prepared
to enter the classroom as educators and also builds confidence in what they鈥檙e teaching.
I鈥檝e learned so many teaching tips and techniques that I plan on using in my future
classroom and in life.鈥�
Meet Wesley R.
BSE Secondary Education - Engineering and Technology Teacher Education 鈥�21
鈥淎s an ETTE graduate, you will have your choice of locations and teaching jobs to
apply for, whether that be for a traditional high school shop, automotive shop, electronics
lab or architecture/ engineering lab. I got hired by my favored district before receiving
my college degree or teaching certificate. This can only be due to my choice in the
ETTE program.鈥�
Meet Our Faculty
Supportive CTE educators
ETTE students often remark on the high level of engagement they have with UCM faculty.
Our instructors are former CTE teachers who understand the content and what makes
it both unique and challenging. Be confident in their experience and support as you
navigate your path to become one of tomorrow鈥檚 leading engineering technology teachers.
Read Faculty Bios
Meet Other Education Majors
UCM鈥檚 SMSTA Chapter
Join an engineering and technology teachers association to connect with other future
engineering technology teachers. You can also expand your network when you participate
in one of UCM鈥檚 education-related organizations. This includes the Student Missouri
State Teachers Association, which offers educational opportunities and fun events
for an enhanced college experience.
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Certification
Upon completion of student teaching, you will apply for DESE certification within
the area of Engineering and Technology Teacher Education (Technology Education). This
certification will allow you to teach the content learned through this degree in the
9-12 grade level in any district in Missouri. In addition, if you choose to student
teach in a pre-engineering, nationally-accredited program, you may also be certified
to teach in a middle or secondary education pre-engineering program as well.
