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Design and Engineering Technology

About this program

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.

Certificate - 30 credits

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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