Mechanical Engineering Technology
Want to work in engineering? Here’s a great first step. Get the fundamentals of mechanical technology, drafting, CAD, manufacturing and design to be successful as a mechanical engineering technician. Learn to perform mechanical tests, interpret data and design equipment. Get the right foundation in engineering.
With this degree, consider a career as a mechanical engineering technician. You could help engineers design, develop, test and manufacture industrial machinery, consumer products and other equipment. You may make sketches and rough layouts, record and analyze data, make calculations and estimates and report findings.
Delta’s program provides a broad foundation in the fundamentals of mechanical technology, drafting, CAD, manufacturing and design. Students are trained to be successful as a mechanical engineering technician in a metallurgical or product testing laboratory, as a field technician, as an engineering aide in manufacturing, in quality control or in sales and service.
Students may consider transferring on to earn their bachelor’s degree.
Program details
Section titled “Program details”Our degree prepares you for a career in mechanical engineering technology.
Degree info
Section titled “Degree info”Associate in Applied Science
Mechanical Engineering Technology
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Time & credits
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5 semesters 72 credits
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In-person/online
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Blended
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Estimated tuition & fees
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$14,164 (in-district) $22,228 (out-of-district) $23,152 (out-of-state)
Transfer
Section titled “Transfer”One of the best things about Delta College is that you can start here and go just about anywhere. We’ve built relationships with lots of colleges and universities to make transferring easy—and you can save a ton of money in the process.
Take a look at the options available in this career field. And don’t forget to talk with your Student Success Advisor about your career goals. They can help you explore the different programs and degree paths that might be right for you, including the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science.
Job outlook
Section titled “Job outlook”Interested in a career in mechanical engineering technology? Learn more about our region’s employment outlook and career opportunities you can pursue in this field of study by reviewing the sampling below. Visit Career Coach to search all careers.
Contact us
Section titled “Contact us”Program Coordinator Matthew Eyre Business & Technology Division M121 mattheweyre@delta.edu 989-686-9258