Engineering Program

The engineering program at Southern Adventist University prepares students for careers in biomedical engineering, civil and environmental engineering, chemical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, geological and mining engineering and sciences, materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, and more. The program focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to solve a wide variety of practical problems in industry, social organization, public works, and commerce. Program courses include: engineering physics and analysis, dynamics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, design, materials engineering, and mechatronics. Get more details below including other Tennessee colleges that offer engineering program.

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Southern Adventist University

10915 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN

Southern Adventist University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Collegedale, TN, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Seventh Day Adventists affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Southern Adventist University has a yearly student enrollment of over three thousand.

Students can choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Theology And Religious Vocations
• Visual And Performing Arts

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 890 to 1120 on the SAT and between 19 to 25 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to this school. Southern Adventist University admits roughly 50 percent of applicants. Of those accepted, about 58 percent registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at southern.edu.

Tuition is approximately $20,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. The cost of on-campus housing is around $3,500 per year. Southern Adventist University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students may visit the Southern Adventist University website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southern Adventist University has offered the following programs for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Knoxville, TN
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $61.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $127860

Energy Engineers

Description

Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).