Mechanical Design Technology
Program Code: 10-606-1
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Associate Degree: 2 Years, 69 Credits
Appleton Campus
Career Opportunities
As a mechanical designer, you may be employed in a manufacturing plant to help plan, test and inspect machines and equipment or to work with the engineer in eliminating product problems. You may also find employment as a detailer or layout drafter. You may be employed in a tool design department, originating and preparing drawings of designs for jigs, fixtures, dies and other attachments used in machine operation, or you may work with engineers to create new consumer products. The program enrolls new students every semester. A part-time evening program is available.
Program Description
This associate degree program is designed to prepare you to work in the field of mechanical design technology. As a graduate of this program, you work closely with a mechanical engineer initially doing work which is similar to that of a drafter by making mechanical drawings of products and machine components. With experience, you progress to work of a more technical nature. You investigate other areas of the design process such as strength requirements, material choice, product improvement, and cost savings. You will use your creativity to solve problems and create new products.
The curriculum is designed to provide you with the broad technical competence needed to be a productive team member in an engineering department. You will develop skill and ability in preparing and interpreting drawings and solving design problems such as selecting the correct size and type of shafts, bearings, gears and fasteners.
Program/Plan Admission Requirements
- Admissions assessment
- ACCUPLACER Reading score of 54 or greater or completion of equivalent GOAL course
Program Outcomes
Mechanical Design Technology graduates will be able to:
- Use appropriate problem-solving methods to identify, analyze and solve problems in an engineering environment.
- Select and utilize various CAD and other engineering application software.
- Continue their own personal goals through achieving additional technical skills.
- Prepare mechanical drawings which communicate design and details for fabrication and/or assembly.
- Design products in accordance with customer specifications.
- Communicate design ideas using a variety of communication methods.
- Function effectively and productively within a team-focused work group.
- Provide a base for life-long learning.
Program Offered at This Location
- Appleton—1825 N. Bluemound Drive
Helpful High School Courses
Algebra, science, English, grammar, computer skills, mechanical drafting, metals and CAD courses are useful.
Contact Us
For additional program information, call Dean Sommerfeld at (920) 996-2877 or Enrollment Services at (920) 735-5645.
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