Engineering Technology - Mechanical Design and Fabrication Associate in Science (MECH-AS)
The Mechanical Design & Fabrication specialization prepares students for careers in CNC machining, mechanical design and metal fabrication. The program offers unique technical skills and opportunities for employment in local and regional industries. The coursework provides the basis for employment in a variety of manufacturing areas some of which include Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Computerized Machining (CNC), Production Welding; and Metal and Composite Fabrication. Industry standard software taught in this program includes AutoCAD, PlasmaCAM, MasterCam and SolidWorks. A major objective in this program is to teach proficiency in CNC programming, set-up and operation of CNC machining and turning centers to prepare students for employment in this high demand industry. To accomplish this task, the lab is equipped with Haas CNC milling and turning machining centers, Camtech CNC gantry router, CNC plasma cutting, metal fabricating, and welding equipment. Additional skills taught include precision measuring and Rapid prototyping using an EMS 3D printer. Included in the Engineering Technology A.S. degree are five college credit certificates, these “micro-degrees” are CNC Machinist / Fabricator, CNC Machinist Operator / Programmer, CNC Composite Fabricator/Programmer, Mechanical Designer Programmer, and Engineering Technology Support Specialist. Most can be completed in one semester. Students can also acquire practical working experience by participating in Co-op opportunities with local manufacturers.
The Associate in Science in Engineering Technology-Mechanical Design and Fabrication includes the following college credit certificates:
CNC Composite Fabricator/Programmer
CNC Machinist/Fabricator
CNC Machinist Operator Programmer
Mechanical Designer/Programmer
Engineering Technology Support Specialist
Students in this program are encouraged to apply to graduate with each certificate as the requirements are satisfied.
You are strongly encouraged to contact the Engineering Technology Department for assistance in your decision to take coursework and in the planning of your program of study.
Degree Requirements
Semester 1 (15 cc)
| ETI 2416 | Metal Working Processes (Welding & Fabrication) | 4 cc |
| ETI 2411 | Manufacturing Processes CNC Machining/MasterCam-Lathe | 4 cc |
| EGN 1123 | Engineering Graphics | 3 cc |
| ETI 1931 | Special Topics in Mechanical Design | 1 cc |
| ETI 1701 | Industrial Safety | 3 cc |
Apply for graduation: CNC Machinist/Fabricator College Credit certificate (CNC-CT).
Semester 2 (15 cc)
| EET 2084C | Introduction to Electronics | 3 cc |
| ENC 1101C | English Composition I | 3 cc |
| ETD 2364 | 3D Parametric Modeling Using SOLIDWORKS I | 4 cc |
| ETI 1931 | Special Topics in Mechanical Design | 1 cc |
| ETI 2414 | Computer-Aided Manufacturing MasterCam-Mill 2-D & Solidworks | 4 cc |
Apply for graduation: CNC Machinist Operator/Programmer (CNCMO-CT) and Mechanical Designer/Programmer (MECH-CT) College Credit certificates.
Semester 3 (16 cc)
| ETI 2415 | Woodworking Processes (MasterCam Router) | 4 cc |
| ETI 1420 | Mechanical Processes & Materials | 3 cc |
| See Choices | Humanities (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
| ETM 1010 | Mechanical Measurement & Instrumentation | 3 cc |
| ETI 1110 | Introduction to Quality Assurance | 3 cc |
Apply for graduation: Engineering Technology Support Specialist (ESPECT-CT) College Credit certificate.
See general education course list for general education course options.
Semester 4 (14 cc)
| ETI 2412 | Fabrication Processes (MasterCam ART) | 4 cc |
| See Choices | Social Sciences (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
| See Choices | Natural Sciences (General Education Core Course) | 3 cc |
| MAC 1105 | College Algebra | 3 cc |
| ETI 2947 | Manufacturing Technology Co-op | 1 cc |
Apply for graduation: CNC Composite Fabricator/Programmer (CNCW-CT) College Credit certificate.
See general education course list for general education course options.
Total Credit Hours: 60