Engineering Technology - Mechanical (Associate in Applied Science, 2018-2019)

Program Info

Effective Term
Fall 2018
Year Established
2016
Program Code
EGR.MECHANICAL.AAS
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science

Program Description

Description

Provide hands-on technical skills required in workplaces through computer and laboratory-based practices, and a core of related courses such as physics, mathematical applications, and introduction to engineering. Students will study troubleshooting of mechanical systems by taking courses in the area of design principles, drafting, problem solving, machining, automotive, and electrical. Graduates are prepared for several types of design technologist positions such as product designer, CAD designer, tool designer, research and development technician, or manufacturing technician. The math and physics, courses ease the transfer of students to a 4-year institute for completion of a Bachelor of Engineering Technology.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

  1. Describe the theories and principles of physics in the areas of mechanics.
  2. Apply standard methods of mathematical analysis including Trigonometry or Statistics, Intermediate Algebra, and College Algebra.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment in order to successfully follow an engineering design process and/or build a prototype.
  4. Develop knowledge of career opportunities and demonstrate the technical skills required by industry.
  5. Demonstrate professional ethics appropriate to the field of engineering and technology.
  6. Describe fundamentals of electricity (including knowledge of electrical circuits).
  7. Demonstrate the ability to assist in troubleshooting a mechanical system in the area of machine tools and automotive.
  8. Describe basic principles of design, drafting, problem-solving, machining, automotive, and electricity.
Career Opportunities
  • Mechanical Engineering Technician
  • Mechanical Service Technician
  • Mechanical Assembly Technician
  • Mechanical Trades Technician

General Education

See General Education Requirements for details.

Category 1: English Composition
Complete any one.
Category 2: English Composition or Communications
Complete any one.
Credit Hours
6.00

Degree-Specific Requirements

Computer Technology: Complete any one
Credit Hours
3.00

Program Requirements

Required Core Courses
Course name Credit Hours
ELEC-103: Basic Electricity 4.00

Automotive: Complete five (5) additional 100-level, or higher, automotive (AUTO) credits.

5.00

Drafting: Complete five (5) additional 100-level, or higher, drafting (DRAF) credits.

5.00
3.00
5.00
3.00

Machine Tool: Complete five (5) additional 100-level, or higher, machine tool technology (MTT) credits.

5.00
3.00
5.00
4.00

Welding: Complete five (5) additional 100-level, or higher, welding (CIMWD) credits.

5.00
Credit Hours: 47
Note

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees require a minimum of 60 credits for graduation. Complete additional 100-level, or higher, courses to complete the requirements for this degree.

Elective Hours
4.00
Minimum Total Credit Hours
60.00