Mechanical Design Engineering Technology
63–64 Credit Associate DegreeProgram Description
The Mechanical Design Engineering Technology Associate Degree program prepares learners to work with engineers in the design and preparation of engineering drawings for all types of machines and products. Learners learn to draw and design machinery parts and products using 2D and 3D computerized drawing software. Potential occupations include: CAD Technician, Drafter, Design Drafter, Product Designer and Engineering Technician.
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Availability
Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.
* Campus and online availability of courses and programs may be subject to change.
Outcomes
Graduates will be able to…
- Select purchased parts
- Analyze mechanical engineering problems
- Design mechanical components and products
- Create CAD geometry, parts and assemblies
- Prepare detail and assembly drawings for documentation of mechanical components and products
Careers
Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:
- Engineering Technician
- Product Designer
- Design Drafter
- Drafter
- CAD Technician
Courses
The Mechanical Design Engineering Technology Associate Degree is a 63–64 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.
Credit for Prior Learning Available
View All Detailed Course InformationTransfer Information
The following transfer guides executed in partnership with post-secondary institutions are based on articulation agreements and are a guide to provide an easy way to understand how credits transfer.
| School Name | Degree Name |
|---|---|
| Colorado State University-Global Campus | B.S. in Project Management |
| Colorado State University-Global Campus | B.S. in Business Management |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | Engineering (BSE) V 2.0 |
| Minnesota State University-Moorhead | B.S. in Operations Management |
| Siena Heights University | Bachelor of Applied Science |
| UW Oshkosh | BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology |
| Upper Iowa University | Business Administration |
| UW Stout | Engineering Technology - Mechanical Design |
| Marian University | Technology Education |
Admissions Process
Our application process takes just a few minutes to complete, but we want to make sure you have the things you’ll need on hand to complete the application. We’re here to help if you have any questions while submitting your application.
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The application can be submitted online and takes just a few minutes to complete. A $30.00 non-refundable application fee is required. Pay at the time you apply or bypass to pay in person within a week of applying.
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Documentation can be sent via email to admissions@ntc.edu, via mail, addressed to: Northcentral Technical College, ATTN: Admissions, 1000 W. Campus Drive, Wausau, WI 54401, or delivered in person to any NTC campus.
- High school transcript indicating a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. Contact the high school you attended if you do not have a copy of your transcript.
- ACT composite score of 18 or above. Request an ACT College Report from ACT or contact the high school you graduated from if you do not have a copy on hand.
- Accuplacer scores of 47 or above in math, 74 or above in reading, and 79 or above in sentence skills. If you did not take the Accuplacer at NTC, contact the college at which you took it to obtain a copy of your scores.
- College transcript indicating a cumulative GPA of 2.5 over a minimum of 12 credits, earned at a single college.
If you do not meet any one of the above criteria, don’t worry, complete the application anyway and we will contact you to discuss your options.
What’s Next?
We’ll review your application and let you know if we need anything else. If you’re all set, your acceptance letter will be mailed to you.