Design and Engineering Technology

Certificate - 30 credits

About this program
The Design and Engineering Technology program prepares students for employment in a wide variety of engineering-related disciplines. Students are trained across multiple two-dimensional and three-dimensional software platforms to generate drawings of parts, assemblies and layouts, as well as other manufacturing and construction-related documentation specifically required by employers. The curriculum incorporates 3D printing, 3D scanning and rapid prototyping as tools for taking student designs from computer models to three-dimensional solids. Graduates of the program are prepared to enter the workforce as mechanical drafters, designers and engineering technicians.
Program outcomes
  1. Produce and interpret engineering drawings and models using multiple software packages and various design methodologies, including two-dimensional layouts, three-dimensional layouts and designs, and three-dimensional printed solid models.
  2. Demonstrate a knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials utilized in modern manufacturing.
  3. Effectively communicate in a professional manner graphically, orally and with written communication skills.
  4. Function effectively as part of a design team to complete projects while following and maintaining industry standards.
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of computer numerical control concepts related to industrial machining, 3D printing and CAD/CAM operations.
  6. Perform the math required to communicate and document design concepts.
  7. Apply critical thinking concepts to identify and solve design concerns for industry-specific projects.
Accreditation
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, IL 60604-1411 http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org Phone: 312.263.0456 / 800.621.7440
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Curriculum overview

Credits Requirement type
24 Required courses
6 Restricted electives in course types
30 Total

Drafting and 3D Technologies - Diploma

Required Courses:

Course Credits
BLDG1114 - Blueprint Reading I 2
CADD1000 - AutoCAD Basics 3
CADD1400 - Introduction to SolidWorks 3
CADD1410 - Introduction to Autodesk Inventor 3
DET1104 - Mechanical Drawing I 4
DET1106 - Mechanical Drawing II 4
DET1114 - Manufacturing Processes 2
ENGT1134 - Office Systems and Equipment 3

6 credits from these course types:

Course Type
General Education w/MnTC Goals
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1st Fall Term - 14 credits

Course Credits
BLDG1114 - Blueprint Reading I 2
CADD1000 - AutoCAD Basics 3
DET1104 - Mechanical Drawing I 4
DET1114 - Manufacturing Processes 2
ENGT1134 - Office Systems and Equipment 3

1st Spring Term - 16 credits

Course Credits
CADD1400 - Introduction to SolidWorks 3
CADD1410 - Introduction to Autodesk Inventor 3
DET1106 - Mechanical Drawing II 4

6 credits from these course types:

Course Type
General Education w/MnTC Goals

Computer requirements