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Engineering Technologist

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The Engineering Technologist program combines the foundational skills related to industrial engineering with the skills of computerized manufacturing. Students learn the planning, setup, monitoring, analyzing and controlling of integrated systems in order to improve efficiencies in a manufacturing environment, standardize and streamline processes, and initiate cost savings for businesses. Application in problem solving and automated technologies are emphasized.

The critical core manufacturing skills include: work cooperatively, work productively, listen effectively, demonstrate a positive attitude, maintain a safe work environment, demonstrate 3D-mathematical reasoning, think critically and adapt to change. Graduates are trained to work as members of teams consisting of engineers and production workers in a variety of industrial and manufacturing settings.


Career Opportunities
The following are typical jobs for graduates of this program:
  • Mechanical Designer
  • Industrial Engineering Technician
  • Manufacturing Engineering Technician
  • CNC Programmer
  • Robotics and Material-Handling Technician
  • CMM Programmer
Is This Occupation for You?
Students entering this program should:
  • Have a mechanical aptitude.
  • Have good reading and math skills.
  • Pay attention to details and neatness.
  • Enjoy researching technical information.
  • Have good communication skills.
  • Enjoy working with computers.
Helpful Academic Background
  • Geometry, Algebra, Trigonometry.
  • Science, physics, and technical education courses, including CAD.
  • Communications.
  • Youth Apprenticeship.
Program Outcomes
At the completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
  • Use Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Manufacturing software (CAM). 
  • Create 3D solid models.
  • Create a set of working drawings using ANSI standards.
  • Solve manufacturing problems.
  • Use various manufacturing processes.
  • Program automated machines.
  • Operate automated work cells.
  • Recommend lean manufacturing techniques within an organization.
  • Use computer aided drafting and manufacturing software.
  • Operate gauging and measuring equipment.
  • Perform basic robotic programming and setup.
  • Complete a project within a cross-functional team.
  • Select and order parts and materials by research through manufacturing catalogues, Internet, and standards books.
  • Apply material and manufacturing processing knowledge to create cost effective and properly working mechanisms.
  • Communicate through written, oral, and computer means.
Program Basics
  • Associate degree, requiring a minimum of two years to complete.
  • Day classes.
  • High school articulation courses accepted.
  • Financial aid available.
  • Classes start in August.
Program Admission Requirements
  • Complete required assessment testing.
  • Complete the application form.
  • Interview with counselor.
  • Pay a $30 nonrefundable application fee.
  • Submit high school and any post-secondary transcripts.
  • Students may re-apply to be admitted to a program for which they initially do not meet the Student Academic Achievement Plan (SAAP) criteria after they follow the additional courses and alternate program sequence prescribed for them.

Program Fees

Please contact Student Services at 800.362.3322, Ext. 2354, or email student-services@swtc.edu for current fee information.

A Program Fee list is provided (please note the costs are approximate and based on the current academic year).

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