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Why Major in Engineering Technology and Manufacturing

The Engineering Technology – Manufacturing Track AAS offers students a direct path to diverse career opportunities in industrial settings after just two years of study. Graduates can enter the workforce right away or choose to transfer to a university for further education. In the first year, students will build a solid foundation in subjects like AutoCAD, DC circuits, machining, PC applications, hydraulics/pneumatics, and technical math and calculus. After this, they can specialize in electrical, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering technology. Real-world experience is emphasized, with opportunities for internships in industrial environments.

Locations
Quad-Cities Campus
Formats
On-campus
Number of Credits
64
Next Start Date
Any Time

Careers In Engineering Technology and Manufacturing

Opportunities for employment exist for engineering technicians in aerospace, electrical and electronic, maintenance, industrial, mechanical, electro-mechanical, environmental, and civil engineering fields.

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Learning Objectives

Students who complete this track will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a general knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Technical Math (algebra, trigonometry, geometry, differential and integral calculus) hydraulics, blueprint reading.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and application of 2D computer-aided drawing, orthographic views, line styles, dimensioning styles, auxiliary views, sectional views, GD&T, symbols, layout, and title block, 3D computer-aided solid modeling, basic tools, extrude tool, revolve tool, patterns, parts assembly, working drawings from solid models, interpreting engineering drawings, basic hydraulics and machines, stress analysis in structures and machines, and strength of materials.

Contact

Quad-Cities Campus

309-796-5341 or
309-796-5000

East Campus

309-854-1724