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Mechanical Design Technology - Associate Degree
Program Code : 106061
Mechanical design technicians apply knowledge of mechanical engineering technology to design , develop , and test new or revised machinery . Working primarily on a computer utilizing 2D drafting or 3D modeling programs , you assist product engineers by detailing sections of machine designs . As a graduate of the Mechanical Design Technology program , you ' re also equipped for such careers as detailer and mechanical drafter . With additional education and / or work experience , you may also become a product designer , lead designer , project engineer , or technical sales / service representative .
Delivery
Day Full-time Part-time
Explore Locations
This program is offered at :
Green Bay
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition : $ 11,414 , Books : $ 977 , Supplies : $ 410 Total Approximate Costs $ 12,801
This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )
Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )
Requirements for Program Entry
Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . Submit the following to transcripts @ nwtc . edu : • High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ). • College transcript . If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation .
Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920-498-5444 .
Program Outcomes
Prepare detail and assembly drawings for the documentation of mechanical components and products . Create CAD geometry , parts , and assemblies . Design Mechanical components and products . Analyze Mechanical Engineering Problems . Select purchased parts . Operate word processing and spreadsheet programs . Understand application of electromechanical devices and servos . Participate as a member of a manufacturing team . Work in an organized manner , documenting work performed .
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the Mechanical Design Technology associate degree in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester |
8 Week 1 |
10890101 - College 101 |
1 |
10606111 - Mechanical Design-Exploring |
1 |
10606116 - CAD-Intro |
1 |
10606160 - Solidworks Fundamentals |
1 |
10804113 - College Technical Math 1A |
3 |
10103131 - MS Excel Intro |
1 |
8 Week 2 |
10606119 - Sketching-Technical |
2 |
10606211 - Mech AutoCAD Fundamentals |
2 |
10801136 - English Composition 1 |
3 |
10606106 - SolidWorks Intermediate |
2 |
Semester Total 17
Second Semester |
8 Week 1 |
10614236 - Intro to Rapid Prototype |
2 |
10442153 - Prototype Metal Fabrication |
2 |
10606128 - Fabrication Design |
2 |
10606107 - 3D Modeling with Inventor |
1 |
10804114 - College Technical Math 1B |
2 |
8 Week 2 |
10606213 - CAD-Auxiliary & Flat Pattern |
2 |
10806154 - General Physics 1 |
4 |
10606129 - Assembly Design |
2 |
Semester Total 17
Third Semester |
8 Week 1 |
10606138 - Statics-Mechanical Design |
2 |
10606216 - SolidWorks Advanced |
2 |
10664100 - Automation 1 : Control Logic |
1 |
10801196 - Oral / Interpersonal Comm |
3 |
8 Week 2 |
10420173 - Mechanical Design-CNC |
2 |
10606148 - Materials-Strength |
3 |
10606168 - Large Model Management |
1 |
10809172 - Intro to Diversity Studies |
3 |
Semester Total 17
Fourth Semester |
8 Week 1 |
10606141 - Design Problems |
3 |
10606145 - Kinematics |
2 |
10606215 - SolidWorks Simulation |
2 |
10606159 - Engineering Materials - Intro |
3 |
10620100 - Fluids 1 : Basic Pneumatics |
1 |
8 Week 2 |
10809198 - Intro to Psychology |
3 |
10620101 - Fluids 2 : Basic Hydraulics |
1 |
10606146 - Cams & Gears |
1 |
Semester Total 16
Total Credits 67
Curriculum Note : The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program requirements , but must be passed with a C or better .
Students considering pursuing a four-year degree should take Intermediate Algebra w / Apps , 10-804-118 , in place of 10-804-113 College Tech Math 1A and 359 10-804-196