The Fujio Cho Department of Engineering Technology offers distinctive undergraduate programs that connect industry and academia through strategic partnerships. These programs focus on developing students' skills to ensure they are career-ready for the 21st-century economy. They are ideal for students who want to tackle practical problems and thrive in hands-on learning environments.

The programs follow a 2-plus-2 model, allowing students to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Computer Engineering Technology from Bluegrass Community and Technical College, followed by a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Engineering Technology from the University of Kentucky. Alternatively, students can complete an Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Integrated Engineering Technology from Bluegrass Community and Technical College and obtain a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Lean Systems Engineering Technology from the University of Kentucky.

These programs include embedded certificates, enabling students to accumulate stackable credentials over time and create defined career pathways. These pathways include coursework and certifications that facilitate skill development and employment opportunities. Additionally, students can pursue a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Engineering Technology at the extended campus in Paducah, Kentucky.

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Engineering Technology and the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Lean Systems Engineering Technology will be eligible for accreditation by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) ABET.

I invite you to visit our campus to discover more about our programs and how you can engage with the university, faculty, and students.

Sincerely,
Nelson Akafuah
Chair of the Fujio Cho Department of Engineering Technology