5401 Rolesville Road
Wendell, NC 27591
919-866-5000
Welcome to Wake Tech East! Conveniently located off Interstate 87 in Wendell, it is Wake Tech's newest site, offering university transfer degrees and specialized programs, in engineering, public safety and aviation. Future programs include biotechnology, additive manufacturing, mechatronics, robotics and automation.
The following degree programs are available:
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science
- Associate in Engineering
- Associate in Applied Science, Emergency Medical Science
Students can also stay on site and earn an advanced degree or credential through one of our university partners:
- East Carolina University – BS Industrial Technology
- Elizabeth City State University – Aviation and Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Student resources
Expect a robust campus experience, including Admissions, Financial Aid and student services, a library and tutoring center, dining options, gathering spaces and more.
Campus features
- Education and Innovation Center
The hub of innovative student learning. A sophisticated instructional and student services building with smart classrooms, state-of-the-art science labs, an auditorium, a library and dedicated tutoring and study spaces. It houses Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Engineering for university transfer. Student services include Admissions, Advising, Registration, IT support and food services.
- Public Safety Simulation Complex
North Carolina's most comprehensive reality-based scenario training facility. It includes a 4D immersive village for training first responders and an EMS ambulance bay for the Emergency Medical Science AAS degree program. A driver training track supports emergency vehicle and motorcycle training. A state-of-the-art drone pavilion is the site of Unmanned Aircraft Systems training through partner Elizabeth City State University.
- Advanced Technology Center (opening Spring 2026)
A state-of-the-art engineering and advanced manufacturing education center supporting Industry 4.0 production. A unique simulated work environment will support biotechnology training. A Systems Integration Lab will feature intelligent automation, robotics, mechatronics and microelectronics, as well as a makerspace for student collaboration. East Carolina University will be onsite offering its BS in Industrial Technology.
- Fire and Rescue Training Center (opening 2026)
A unique training facility for advanced firefighting techniques, rescue scenarios in mid-to high-rise buildings and hazardous materials training. It features a six-story fire training tower, a five-story rescue tower, a hazardous materials and vehicle extrication ditch, a liquid petroleum training pad and a fire engine pump drafting pit. It is the first training facility of its kind in the region.
- Central Energy Plant
With a focus on sustainability, the facility also serves as a Renewable Energy Training Center, supporting training through Wake Tech Apprenticeship. The plant hosts chillers and boilers for cooling and heating campuswide. Energy savings and efficiencies are incorporated using advanced solar technology and geothermal wells.
