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Mechanical Engineering Technology

Curriculum Description

Mechanical Engineering Technology
Career Cluster:      Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
Pathway:               Engineering and Technology

Program Major    Mechanical Engineering Technology

Pathway Description
These curriculums are designed to prepare students through the study and application of principles from mathematics, natural sciences, and technology and applied processes based on these subjects. 

Course work includes mathematics, natural sciences, engineering sciences and technology.

Graduates should qualify to obtain occupations such as technical service providers, materials and technologies testing services, process improvement technicians, engineering technicians, industrial and technology managers, or research technicians.

Program Major Description

A course of study that prepares the students to use basic engineering principles and technical skills to design, develop, test, and troubleshoot projects involving mechanical systems. Includes instruction in principles of mechanics, applications to specific engineering systems, design testing procedures, prototype and operational testing and inspection procedures, manufacturing system-testing procedures, test equipment operation and maintenance, computer applications, critical thinking, planning and problem solving, and oral and written communications. Graduates of the curriculum will find employment opportunities in the manufacturing or service sectors of engineering technology.  Engineering technicians may obtain professional certification by application to organizations such as ASQC, SME, and NICET.

The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Associate in Applied Science

A40320
NC CIP: 15.0805
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2023

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BPR 111 Print Reading 1 2 0 2
DFT 151 CAD I 2 3 0 3
EGR 125 Appl Software for Tech 1 2 0 2
MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 0 3
MAT 122 Algebra/Trigonometry II 2 2 0 3
  Total: 8 11 0 13

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
DFT 121 Intro to GD & T 1 2 0 2
DFT 154 Intro Solid Modeling 2 3 0 3
ENG 115 Oral Communication 3 0 0 3
MAC 118 Machine Shop Basic 1 3 0 2
MEC 145 Mfg Materials I 2 3 0 3
  Total: 9 11 0 13

Summer Term

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
ELC 111 Intro to Electricity 2 2 0 3
ENG 110 Freshman Composition 3 0 0 3
PHY 131 Physics-Mechanics 3 2 0 4
Select one:
Industrial Specifications 1 0 0 1
  OR        
Work-Based Learning I (0) (0) (10) (1)
  OR        
Work-Based Learning II (0) (0) (10) (1)
  Total: 9 4 0 11

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
DDF 211 Design Process I 1 6 0 4
Select one:
Interpersonal Psychology 3 0 0 3
  OR        
General Psychology (Global) (3) (0) (0) (3)
EGR 250 Statics/Strength of Mater 4 3 0 5
___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective * * * 3
  Total: 8 9 0 15

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
DDF 212 Design Process II 1 6 0 4
HYD 110 Hydraulics/Pneumatics I 2 3 0 3
MAC 121 Intro to CNC 2 0 0 2
MEC 275 Engineering Mechanisms 2 2 0 3
MEC 276 Capstone Design Project 0 3 0 1
  Total: 7 14 0 13

Total Credit Hours: 65

Additional Information

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, ART 111, MUS 110, REL 110

Program Information - DDF 212 Design Process II and MEC 276 Capstone Design Project must be taken in the same semester. 

**Hours will vary depending on course selection.

A40320