College Degree Rubber Engineering
Type:
Bachelor of Science
College:
Technology
Career Pathway:
Engineering/Manufacturing and Industrial Technology
The Rubber Engineering Technology program was started in 1998 based on an urgent need in the rubber industry for technically trained personnel. It is the only Rubber Engineering Technology bachelor's degree program in the United States, so many companies are competing for these graduates. Approximately one million people across the country work in the rubber industry, making it one of our largest employers.
This innovative program provides Rubber Engineering students with a diversified background that includes advanced coursework in the mixing and testing of rubber compounds for industry standards, the processing of rubber compounds into finished products that meet customer requirements, product and mold design, and materials selection and properties. Classes emphasize hands-on learning, using the same type of equipment that is currently used in industry.
The rubber industry, working with the State of Michigan, generated more than $7,000,000 to create the National Elastomer Center, a building on campus with state-of-the-art laboratories and classrooms. Many companies actively support us by donating equipment and materials, making on-campus presentations and sponsoring field trips to their facilities.
Rubber Engineering Technology Students also serve two paid internships in industry for a minimum of ten weeks each, gaining valuable firsthand experience before graduation. Some out-of-state companies even pay room and board in addition to salary to attract our interns. The internship helps students decide what type of position they would most enjoy after graduation.
After completing the Rubber Engineering Technology program, students are immediately employable by the rubber industry. One hundred percent placement is expected in the foreseeable future. Rubber Engineering Technology graduates usually start in engineering positions such as process, product or project engineer, quality control engineer or technical sales representative. The rubber industry is looking to graduates of this Ferris program to become their senior engineers and managers of the future. Rubber Engineering Technology graduates should make approximately $45,000 per year at graduation and with ten years' experience can make $70,000 per year or more.
Admission requires an associate degree in Rubber Technology (or approved equivalent) with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA, a minimum 2.5 GPA in math requirements and a minimum 2.7 GPA in Rubber and Plastics courses. For entry from another program, prior work will be evaluated and the student will be placed at the appropriate point in the program. Admission is competitive.
The Rubber Engineering Technology program at Ferris leads to a bachelor of science degree. Graduation requires a minimum 2.0 GPA in core classes, in the major and overall. Students must complete all general education requirements as outlined on the General Education website.
National Elastomer Center
Ferris State University
919 Campus Drive
Big Rapids, MI 49307-2277
Phone: 231-591-2640
About Ferris State University: College classes including our Rubber Engineering Program, are taught at all levels by professional teachers, not graduate assistants. College students at Ferris State University, including our Rubber Engineering Program students, study in more than 170 different college educational programs - including doctorate degrees, masters degrees, bachelor's degrees and associate degree programs.
Seven of the Ferris' Michigan colleges are based in Big Rapids, Michigan - Allied Health Sciences, Arts and Sciences, College of Business, Education and Human Services, Optometry, Pharmacy and Technology. Ferris' College of Professional and Technological studies, and Kendall College of Art and Design are based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. College courses are also offered at several Michigan College campus sites through the Ferris State University Center for Extended Learning.
Approximately 220 student organizations are active on our Michigan college campus, encompassing everything from Rubber Engineering, the Accounting Club, Chess Club to Men's and Women's Rugby; Bulldog Radio to the Juggling Club; and the Dead Poet's Society to the Paintball Club.
The wide range of student organizations and academic support groups caters to support Rubber Engineering Technology students social, athletic, political, academic, performing arts, and additional interests. Ferris State University continues to be a top technical and professional academic institution, providing accredited college education to make its Rubber Engineering students are immediately employable upon graduation.
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