When you study at Penn College, your instructors will do more than know your name. They'll get to know you. Experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your success, Penn College faculty are here to support your academic journey.
Polymer Engineering
Be a part of an industry-driven program.
Plastics & Polymer Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
Plastics & Polymer Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Develop, design, and produce everyday plastic products.
Whether you land on the associate or bachelor degree option, you’ll have an opportunity to dive into extensive hands-on training with industrial-scale processing equipment. Both programs are ABET-accredited and introduce students to the five major plastics processes. The bachelor-level program is designed for future engineers while the associate-degree option lays the groundwork for technical positions within the industry.
Explore our programs
Plastics & Polymer Engineering Technology (B.S.)
Master the major plastics processes and take the lead as a process, design, or research engineer.
New name starting Fall 2024:
Polymer Engineering Technology
Plastics & Polymer Technology (A.A.S.)
Gain the technical skills to become a key player in plastics operations.
New name starting Fall 2024:
Polymer Technology
Minors & Immersions
Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.
Tour Schedule
Seeing is believing.
Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about.
Oct 7
Undergraduate Open House
Saturday, October 7 8:30 AM - 3 PM
Nov 5
Undergraduate Open House
Sunday, November 5 8:30 AM - 3 PM
Pre-College Programs
Define your future
There are lots of ways to explore your future across all types of majors from nursing to culinary.
Get a taste of tomorrow
- Stay and learn on campus over your summer break
- Explore a variety of career options
- Experience our hands-on approach to education
- Earn up to $2,000 in Penn College scholarships
Our People
Here for you every step of the way
Penn College News
08.18.2023
Teachers race back to class to pique middle schoolers' STEM interest
As part of a PAsmart “Advancing K-12 Computer Science & STEM Education” grant received by Pennsylvania College of Technology from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, 24 middle school educators recently convened on campus for a weeklong hands-on externship.
08.15.2023
Plastics pros enhance skills at Penn College
A diverse group of plastics professionals from throughout North America experienced higher-level technology in rotational molding during a recent workshop hosted by Pennsylvania College of Technology and its renowned Plastics Innovation & Resource Center.
07.14.2023
Your class in 60 seconds: Sustainable Materials
Spare a minute to explore this future-minded course – PPT140 – created to inform the next generation of engineers and consumers.
Industry Partners
Work with experts to become an expert
Penn College's strong corporate partnerships impact every step of your journey – from your first day in the classroom and labs, to career placement (oftentimes before graduation) and beyond.
Industry
SEKISUI KYDEX
Polymer Engineering
Electrical
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Accounting & Business Administration
Industry
CMT Materials
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
Polymer Engineering
Industry
B. Braun Medical
Accounting & Business Administration
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Electrical
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Information Technology
Polymer Engineering
Surgical Technology