Program overview
The associate degree in mechanical engineering technology is designed to prepare technicians for employment in the mechanical design and manufacturing fields. The program is offered part time and in the evenings.
Curriculum
The AAS program in mechanical technology is identical to the lower division of the full-time BS degree program in mechanical engineering technology. The curriculum prepares students to continue their studies toward a baccalaureate degree in engineering technology. The program begins with courses in mathematics, physics, computer-aided drafting and design, and manufacturing processes. The advanced portion of the technical program covers topics in mechanics, hydraulics, materials, and machine design. Courses in composition, communication, social science, and humanities round out the program.
Mechanical technology, AAS degree, typical course sequence (quarters)
| Course | Qtr. Cr. Hrs. | |
|---|---|---|
| First Year | ||
| 0610-211 | Introduction to Materials Technology I | 3 |
| 0610-304 | Materials Testing | 1 |
| 0617-220, 420 | Manufacturing Processes I, II | 8 |
| 1016-231, 232 | Calculus for Engineering Technology I, II | 4 |
| 1720-051, 052 | First-Year Enrichment | 2 |
| 0617-262 | Solid Modeling and Design | 4 |
| 0610-220 | Design, Dimensioning, and Tolerancing | 4 |
| 1017-211 | College Physics I | 4 |
| Liberal Arts* | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| 0610-302 | Introduction to Statics | 4 |
| 0610-305 | Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems | 4 |
| 1016-319, 320 | Data Analysis I | 10 |
| 1017-212, 213 | College Physics II, III | 8 |
| General Electives | 8 | |
| Wellness Education†| 0 | |
| 0610-315 | Principles of Mechanical Design | 4 |
| 0610-309 | Computational Methods for Engineering Technology | 1 |
| Technical Electives | 8 | |
| Total Quarter Credit Hours | 93 | |
* Please see Liberal Arts General Education Requirements for more information.
†Please see Wellness Education Requirement for more information.