SAET Minors

Minors are available in several programs of study.

Programs

Advanced Building Systems Minor

This credential equips mechanical and electrical students to enter the HVAC and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) sectors of construction infrastructure. Courses cover building materials, system design, and code compliance, with emphasis on digital modeling using Autodesk Revit for MEP layout and coordination. Students explore water supply, fire protection, HVAC, and electrical systems through case studies and field-based applications. The minor supports licensure preparation and connects graduates to industry leaders including ASHRAE, ASME, IEEE, ASPE, and MCAA , preparing them for careers in advanced infrastructure and building automation.

Biomedical Engineering Technology Minor

The Biomedical Engineering Technology (BMET) minor is an industry focused program offering applied experience across Biopharmaceutical & Life Sciences, Health Care, and Manufacturing sectors. Students gain skills with patient-specific implants, medical software, rehabilitation technologies, and sensor-integrated systems. The curriculum emphasizes biomedical mechatronics, medical imaging, and regulatory compliance, including FDA and ISO standards. Graduates are prepared for careers in  biotechnology, medical device manufacturing, hospitals, residential care facilities, food processing, and tissue banks/processing. This credential supports entry into regulated industries in New Jersey and throughout the nation. 

Drones & Robotics Minor

The Drones and Robotics Minor provides undergraduate computing and engineering majors with an applied foundation in mechatronics, robotics, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning through project-based learning (PBL) and laboratory practice. Prototyping Essentials (ENGR 320) develops competencies in digital fabrication, including computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, and CNC machining, with projects conducted in NJIT’s Makerspace. Drone Science Fundamentals (ENGR 423) introduces drone kinematics, safe flight operations, and preparation for the FAA Part 107 certification. Robotics Science Fundamentals (ENGR 424) examines sensor-based motion planning and control for ground robots and robotic manipulators. The program prepares students for technical roles in autonomous systems, robotic platforms, and aerial vehicle integration.

Engineering Innovation Minor

The Engineering Innovation Minor at NJIT equips students to design, protect, and launch engineering and technology-driven ventures. It begins with Intellectual Property for Engineers (ENGR 350), where students learn to safeguard inventions through patents, trademarks, and copyrights, integrating IP strategy into product and process design. Technical realization follows in Prototyping Essentials (ENGR 320) and Applications of Microcontrollers and IoT Devices (ENGR 330), where students gain applied skills to design, model, fabricate, program, and test functional systems. In Introduction to Entrepreneurship (ENTR 210), students learn to validate business models, secure funding, and engage with the regional innovation ecosystem. Communication is developed in Professional Skills for Engineers I & II (ENGR 211/312), enabling students to convey ideas across teams and effectively pitch their vision.

Grand Challenges of Engineering Minor

The NJIT Grand Challenges of Engineering Minor is designed for highly motivated undergraduate students interested in participating in the NCE Grand Challenges Scholars Program (GCSP), which is endorsed by the National Academy of Engineering (NAE). This 16-credit minor enables students to work on NAE's 14 Grand Challenges for Engineering, while helping them develop research skills, explore entrepreneurship, and engage with social issues relevant to making the world more sustainable, secure, healthy, and joyful. The minor includes multidisciplinary and entrepreneurship courses, a service-learning experience, and multiple mentored research or invention projects.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Minor

The Manufacturing Engineering Technology Minor provides a credential for students pursuing careers in or working with the advanced manufacturing industry sector. Core courses Materials and Processes for Technology (MNET 215), Advanced Techniques in CAD/CAM (MNET 303), and Industrial Statistics (MNET 315) build foundational skills in fabrication, digital modeling, and statistical process control. Complementary courses such as Concepts in Machining (MNET 300) and Prototyping Essentials (ENGR 320) support realization through applied production and inspection. This credential enhances those studying in the mechanical, electrical, chemical, biomedical, and built environment fields by providing a practical foundation aligned with industry needs in New Jersey and nationwide.

Medical Informatics Minor

The Medical Informatics Minor at NJIT equips students to bridge healthcare and technology through applied courses in electronic medical records, data privacy, and medical network design. With a strong foundation in informatics tools and systems, students gain practical skills in database management, cybersecurity, and digital health applications. This credential supports career pathways in hospitals, health IT firms, biomedical research, and public health organizations preparing graduates to contribute to the healthcare industry’s digital infrastructure.

Remote Sensing Minor

Remote sensing is the science of collecting data about Earth’s surface without direct contact using satellites, aerial imagery, and drone-based sensors to monitor natural and built environments. NJIT’s Remote Sensing Minor equips students with the skills to acquire, process, and analyze data from various sources, including advanced techniques in imagery interpretation, LiDAR data processing, and multispectral analysis. Courses such as Remote Sensing Science & Technology (ENGR 203) and Photogrammetry and Aerial Photo Interpretation (ENGR 303) introduce foundational methods, while Remote Sensing of the Environment (ENGR 420) and Remote Sensing Digital Image Processing (ENGR 433) build advanced skills in terrain modeling and digital analysis. This minor benefits students in civil engineering, architecture, biology, data science, and environmental studies.

Safety Engineering Minor

Safety engineering focuses on designing products, systems, and processes that proactively prevent harm and ensure reliability across industry sectors. NJIT’s Safety Engineering Minor builds this expertise through Engineering for Quality and Reliability (ENGR 430), where students learn tools and principles to engineer safe, effective solutions. Human Factors (IE 355) explores how ergonomics, workplace layout, and environmental conditions—such as noise, lighting, and thermal stress—impact human performance and safety. Engineering Management (IE 492) introduces frameworks for decision-making, legal compliance, and quality control. ENGR 211 and ENGR 312 develop essential skills in communication, ethics, and leadership. This credential supports not only future safety professionals but also engineers, designers, and managers across disciplines who must embed safety into every phase of design and operations.

Smart Living Technology Minor

The Smart Living Technology Minor at NJIT empowers students in the architecture, construction engineering, and biomedical engineering fields to create accessible, technology enabled environments that improve quality of life. Courses in Universal Design, assistive technologies, and environmental systems prepare graduates to integrate sensor networks, automated controls, and mobility aids into homes, healthcare facilities, office buildings, and manufacturing spaces. Applied labs explore smart infrastructure, from temperature regulation and lighting automation to exoskeletons and embedded sensors, supporting independent living and accessibility. This credential aligns with ADA standards and opens career pathways across clinical, residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Furthermore, the Air Force offers an on-campus ROTC program (Reserve Officers Training Corps).