Faculty of Engineering & Technology

College of Engineering &
Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Building the Future. Leading Innovation. Seven departments spanning the most critical technology sectors of the 21st century — from artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to aerospace, robotics, and electric vehicle technology.

Seven Departments

Areas of Study

Each department is designed to prepare students for the high-demand careers of today and tomorrow — with hands-on training, federal partnerships, and a commitment to community benefit.

1

Advanced Manufacturing

Precision manufacturing, CNC machining, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and industrial automation — preparing students for careers in Detroit's revitalized manufacturing sector and beyond.

2

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Foundational and applied AI/ML coursework covering neural networks, natural language processing, computer vision, and ethical AI deployment in real-world systems.

3

Cybersecurity & Information Assurance

Comprehensive training in network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and information assurance — aligned with federal cybersecurity frameworks and DoD standards.

4

Aerospace Engineering

Aerodynamics, propulsion systems, avionics, and spacecraft design — with pathways into defense contracting, commercial aviation, and the emerging commercial space sector.

5

Robotics & Automation

Hands-on robotics design, programming, and systems integration — preparing students for careers in automated manufacturing, medical robotics, and autonomous systems development.

6

Drone Technology

Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) design, operation, and regulatory compliance — with applications in agriculture, infrastructure inspection, defense, and emergency response.

7

Electric Vehicle (EV) Technology & Climate Resilience

EV powertrain systems, battery technology, charging infrastructure, and climate resilience engineering — directly tied to the university's clean energy and community development mission.

Federal & Community Partnerships

Engineering for Community Benefit

U.S. Department of Defense

Federal engineering assignments and community development projects, including 85 model affordable housing units in Detroit.

St. Augustine's CDC

Community Development Corporation executing engineering and clean energy projects in underserved Detroit neighborhoods.

ASEoD Innovation Technology Network

Secure 5G broadband connectivity delivering engineering instruction to virtual classrooms and Public Computer Centers statewide.

1890 Morrill Land-Grant Mandate

Federal land-grant authority directing the college's applied science and mechanical arts curriculum toward community benefit.