Overview
Students in the Mechanical Engineering Technology – Design Major learn to use the latest technology to design and manufacture devices and systems for consumer products, machine tools, and the automotive and aerospace industries. The curriculum prepares students to solve real-world problems from concept to completion using logical thinking as well as computer software, including computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided engineering (CAE).
The MET-Design Major is the traditional Mechanical Engineering Technology program. Graduates earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, and are well prepared to continue their education in a related engineering bachelor’s degree program.
Related Programs
Mechanical Engineering Technology—Manufacturing Management Major (METM)Mechanical Engineering Technology - Manufacturing CNC Certificate (METMC)Contacts
Program Chair
Co-op Coordinator
Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Design mechanical systems
- Manage design projects
- Perform product testing
- Utilize CAD systems
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- CAD/CAM System Specialist
- Design Engineering Technician
- Product Designer
- Project Engineering Technician
- Product Support Manager
Graduate Employment Outlook
Locally, there is strong demand for mechanical engineering technology professionals. The U.S. Department of Labor indicates that overall employment of mechanical engineering technicians is expected to increase 5 percent through 2022, especially for those who demonstrate mastery of new software and technology along with traditional manual skills.
$34,000 to $52,000 annual salary
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
Contacts
Program Chair
Co-op Coordinator
Curriculum
Effective 2024-2025 academic year
Mechanical Engineering Technology—Design Major (METD)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MET 100 | Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Technology ( B) | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| MET 111 | Manufacturing Processes 1 ( B) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| MET 131 | MET Computer Aided Drafting 1 ( B) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition 1 ( G) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| FYE 1XX First Year Experience Elective (B) | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| MAT XXX Mathematics Elective 1 (G) | 3 | 2 | 4 | |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| MET 132 | MET Computer Aided Drafting 2 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| MET 140 | Engineering Materials ( T) | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| MET 150 | Statics and Strength of Materials for MET ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| ENG 10X English Composition Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| MAT XXX Mathematics Elective 2 (B) | 3 | 2 | 4 | |
| Semester 3 | ||||
| MET 291 | Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Mechanical Engineering Technology ( T) | 1 | 40 | 2 |
| Semester 4 | ||||
| MET 240 | Hydraulics and Pneumatics ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| MET 250 | Machine Design ( T) | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| MET 285 | Mechanical Engineering Technology Capstone Project 1 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| PHY 151 | Physics 1: Algebra and Trigonometry-Based ( G) | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Semester 5 | ||||
| MET 260 | Applied Thermodynamics ( T) | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| MET 270 | Kinematics ( T) | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| MET 290 | Mechanical Engineering Technology Capstone Project 2 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| EET 101 | Electronic Fundamentals 1 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| XXX XXX Arts/Humanities or Social/Behavioral Science Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester 6 | ||||
| MET 292 | Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Mechanical Engineering Technology ( T) | 1 | 40 | 2 |
| Total Credits: | 47 | 122 | 65 | |
Electives
| First Year Experience Elective | ||
| FYE 100 | College Success Strategies: Overview | 1 |
| FYE 105 | College Success Strategies: Overview and Application | 2 |
| FYE 110 | College Success Strategies: Practice and Application | 3 |
| Mathematics Electives | 8 | |
| Take one of the following series: | ||
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MAT 125
& MAT 126 |
Algebra and Trigonometry and Functions and Calculus |
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Or
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MAT 251
& MAT 252 |
Calculus 1 and Calculus 2 |
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| English Composition Elective | ||
| ENG 102 | English Composition 2: Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| ENG 104 | English Composition 2: Technical Communication | 3 |
| ENG 105 | English Composition 2: Business Communication | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities or Social/Behavioral Science Elective | ||
| Any course from CULT, ECO, GEO, HST, LBR, PHI, POL, PSY, SOC | ||
G = General Education course in this curriculum
B = Basic Skills course in this curriculum
T = Technical course in this curriculum
• This curriculum displays only course numbers without the added letter.
• The alternative version, when available, meets the requirements of the course version without the added letter.