Engineering Technology Distance Learning
Miami Polytechnic Distance Learning program through Miami University Regionals makes it possible to complete your Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology without relocating. Designed for graduates of associate degree programs, the program offers bachelor's completion pathways in Electrical, Computer, and Robotics Engineering Technology, Electromechanical and Automation Engineering Technology, and Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Technology through a statewide network of partner colleges. Unlike traditional online courses, Miami's distance learning model features live, interactive classes with real-time instruction, hands-on laboratory experiences at your local partner institution, and direct access to faculty throughout each course. With evening classes and convenient locations across Ohio, you can continue working while earning a respected Miami University degree.
Why Choose Distance Learning?
Distance learning combines the flexibility of learning close to home with the engagement of a live classroom experience. Unlike many fully online courses, you'll interact with Miami University faculty in real time while completing hands-on engineering technology coursework.
In Miami's Engineering Technology distance learning program, you'll:
- Learn live from Miami University faculty through interactive class sessions where you can ask questions and participate in discussions.
- Receive instructor-led teaching with lectures delivered in real time, not just recorded videos or self-paced course materials.
- Complete hands-on laboratory experiences using equipment provided at your local college while receiving live guidance and supervision from your Miami University instructor.
How Engineering Technology Distance Learning Works
- Miami University delivers 13 Engineering Technology courses (34 credit hours) through partner community colleges across Ohio.
- You'll complete your remaining coursework — including bridge courses and the Ohio Transfer Module — at your home college. Review your college's articulation agreement for program-specific requirements.
- Engineering Technology distance learning courses are typically offered Monday through Thursday evenings using interactive video conferencing and online learning technology, making it easier to earn your Miami bachelor's degree while staying close to home.
Partnered Colleges
At the following selected college partner locations, our Bachelor Completion program is offered via the Distance Learning method.
- Cincinnati State and Community College, Middletown, OH
- Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH
- Edison State Community College, Piqua, OH
- Northwest State Community College, Archbold, OH
- Rhodes State College, Lima, OH
- Shawnee State University, Portsmouth, OH
- Sinclair Community College, Dayton, OH
- Southern State Community College, Hillsboro, OH
- Terra Community College, Fremont, OH
- Washington State Community College, Marietta, OH
- Zane State College, Zanesville, OH
Grant Keller — Distance Learner at Northwest State
"The Miami/Northwest State ENT program has changed my life. I remember applying to Northwest for my MET associate's out of high school. I was blessed to understand that I could apply for this program that I didn’t know existed."
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Miami University
Sarah Wooten, Distance Coordinator
Unlike other programs, which offer online courses, distance learning is different. Students attend classes at their home institution at a specific time, just like students on Miami campuses. Instead of the professor being in the room with distance students, the professor is on a Miami campus, visible and accessible to all distance and local students concurrently using interactive video.
Miami University Engineering Technology offers Electromechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor’s completion degree programs to 12 distance sites. Electrical and Computing Engineering Technology is offered via two distance sites, with more to come in the future.
This is a BS Completion program designed to articulate with graduates of Associate of Applied Science programs who have majored in Electrical, Electronic, Electro-Mechanical, Mechanical, or similarly titled Engineering Technology programs (note: students from other Engineering Technology associate degree programs will also receive favorable credit transfer). The program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science with a major in Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology or Electrical & Computing Engineering Technology. This program is available through Miami’s regional campuses in Hamilton or Middletown (www.regionals.miamioh.edu). Miami is also offering this program by “distance learning” (e.g., web, interactive video, video streaming, etc.) through partnerships with Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Sinclair Community College, Columbus State Community College, Shawnee State University, Northwest State CC, Edison CC, North Central State College, Terra State Community College, Rhodes State College, Southern State Community College, Washington State Community College, and Zane State College. It is designed for students interested in continuing their education beyond the associate degree.
Students who have completed their Associate in Applied Science in Electrical, Electronic, Electro-Mechanical, Mechanical, or similarly titled Engineering Technology programs are eligible to apply to the Miami University BS Completion Program. Graduates from other Engineering Technology programs will also receive favorable credit transfer.
Applying is easy and there are several ways to apply. You can apply on-line at MiamiOH.edu/Regionals/Apply. You may also call Miami University Regionals at 513-785-3111 to have an application mailed to you. As a Miami student applicant, all University admission requirements apply to you. For transfer students, one admission requirement worth noting is that Miami requires applicants to have two units of a foreign language both in the same language. If not completed in high school, then this requirement can be met by taking one year of a foreign language in college.
You should wait to apply to Miami the semester prior to when you expect to begin taking Miami courses. The reason for waiting is this: if you apply today but don’t start taking Miami courses for another couple of semesters, Miami’s record system “thinks” you changed your mind and deactivates your admission status. As such, once you are ready to take Miami courses you will need to reapply. This is not a real problem, just an inconvenience. No fee is charged for a reapplication.
Since you are enrolled through Miami University, you pay Miami University fees.
Your program requirements will be provided in your Degree Audit Report (DAR) once you matriculate into the program. The DAR is available through http://myMiami.miamioh.edu. Miami delivers by distance to our partner colleges the required 300 and 400 level ENT courses and two math courses (MTH 231 and STA 301). Articulation agreements can be found on the ENT Department web page www.regionals.miamioh.edu/ent. General program requirements can be found in the Miami Bulletin (through myMiami) or on the ENT Department web page under Student Handbook. Two Miami graduation requirements worth noting are that 32 credit hours must be from Miami (these are delivered by distance) and 12 or your last 20 credit hours must be from Miami. 128 credits are required for graduation.
It generally takes two years to complete the program full time and three years (note: some students take longer) to complete the program part time. In addition, students completing this engineering technology program may also sit for the FE and/or PE exams. Students taking the program at the distance sites will require three or more years to complete the program.
A variety of jobs in Engineering Technology are available. Most graduates work as application engineers in the process control and instrumentation field. The current job market for Engineering Technology graduates is quite good. For details about job market information, refer to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics at http://www.bls.gov/
No, technical classes of this program are delivered by interactive video, video streaming, web, or other means in the evening from Miami Hamilton or Miami Middletown to our partner (distance) campuses. Office hours are also held through videoconferencing.
Bridge courses are classes offered at your community college and help “bridge the gap” between the associate’s degree and the bachelor’s degree completion program. These courses are required for your bachelor’s degree and may serve as prerequisites for upper-level courses.
No, you may complete course work at both schools simultaneously. However, you will need to complete any necessary prerequisite courses prior to taking any advanced-level classes at Miami. You must also meet Miami’s graduation requirements. These requirements state that, among other things, you complete 32 Miami credit hours and you take 12 of your last 20 credit hours from Miami. Therefore, you should consider completing most of your bridge courses prior to the required Miami courses.
You will need to request that your college send official copies of your transcripts directly to Miami University Hamilton or Miami University Middletown. This should be done upon application to Miami (Hamilton or Middletown) so that an official evaluation of your credits can be completed. If you take additional bridge courses after enrolling at Miami, make sure you send an updated transcript prior to completing your last 12 Miami credit hours so Miami can transfer the additional courses.
All college-level courses completed at an accredited college or university will transfer to Miami University. Miami University is based on semesters while some other colleges are based on quarters. As such, 3-quarter credits transfer to Miami as 2 semester credits. Likewise, there are three quarters or two semesters to an academic year. Transfer credit assessment is based on information obtained from www.transferology.com.
You can register for your Miami courses on BannerWeb at http://myMiami.miamioh.edu using your Miami University UniqueID and MUnet password. Your UniqueID and password are automatically issued to you upon admission. If you have questions about your registration, please contact the registrar in Hamilton at 513.785.3209 or Middletown at 513.727.3217.
You may send a check to Miami University. The address will be with your schedule and fee statement, which will be mailed to your home. You may also pay online using http://myMiami.miamioh.edu. Follow the My Bill and Aid tab at the top of the page.
Yes, financial aid is available. To get started, you need to complete the FAFSA (available online MiamiOH.edu/Regionals/Affordablity). You may also contact the financial aid offices at either Miami University Hamilton (513-785-3123) or Miami University Middletown (513-727-3299). Apply early because there are deadlines.
The instructor assigned to your course will distribute a list of required textbooks. Textbooks are available for purchase online only through the Miami University Online Textbook Source. You can also purchase your books on-line from www.barnesandnoble.com, www.amazon.com, or other on-line bookstores.
You may view them through your BannerWeb account on MyMiami which is established for you automatically upon admission. Your grades will not be mailed out to you.
Yes, Miami University, Engineering Technology faculty members are available to assist you if you have questions. See “What do I do if I have questions?” Faculty assigned to each class will also assist you and provide you with contact information.
The semester prior to completing all degree requirements you will apply for graduation. An application for graduation is available through the registrar by calling 513.785.3209. Graduation requirements are tracked through your Degree Audit Report (DAR) available through MyMiami.
Miami University recommends that students interested in distance learning be willing to dedicate 8-10 hours a week, per class, to participate in this learning process. You should be self-directed, a self-starter, and have an opinion that distance education is of equal or better value than traditional classroom learning.
At Miami: Contact one of these advisors.
Learn about Articulation and Transfer Agreements that Miami University has with other colleges and universities.
Department of Engineering Technology
Advanced Manufacturing Workforce and Innovation Hub
101 Knightsbridge Drive
Hamilton, OH 45011
