工程技术学科强调动手学习和工程实践。它强调了对已建立的工程原理的理解和应用，以设计，制造和测试电子和机械组件及系统。工程技术是对支持工程活动的物理科学，工程知识，方法和技术技能的创造性融合。工程技术课程强调应用工程原理来分析和解决行业类型问题。许多工程技术课程都设有实验室，实验室经验是该计划学习目标的组成部分。阿肯色大学小石城工程技术系的主要目标是为具有技术兴趣和能力的学生提供综合教育机会是面向应用程序的。该系致力于为学生和教职员工提供应用研究，创意设计和服务。这些教育课程为学生提供了进入工业的入门级职位
The engineering technology discipline emphasizes hands on learning and practical aspects of engineering. It stresses the understanding and application of established engineering principles to design, fabricate, and test electronic and mechanical components and systems. Engineering technology is a creative blend of the physical sciences, engineering knowledge, methods, and technical skills that support engineering activities. Engineering technology courses emphasize application of engineering principles to analyze and solve industry type problems. Many engineering technology courses have laboratories, and laboratory experience is an integral part of the learning objectives of the program.The primary goal of engineering technology department at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is to provide integrated educational opportunities to students whose technological interests and aptitudes are application-oriented. The department fosters applied research, creative design, and service for students and faculty. The educational programs prepare students for entry-level positions in industry that require the knowledge of the application of current industrial practices and design procedures.This degree requires two years of study (62 hours) to prepare students for careers in both mechanical and manufacturing fields. Graduates can apply credit towards the B.S. degree in mechanical engineering technology.