Mechanical Design Technology Program
Mechanical Design Technology
Program Number: 10-606-1
- Two-year Associate Degree program
- Applied Engineer Technologies Cluster
- Center for Agriscience and Technologies
- Program offered at the following campuses:
- For information call: (608) 246-6800 or 1-800-322-6282 ext 6800
About the Program
Mechanical design technicians assist engineers in the design of products and prepare engineering drawings for any manufactured product that you use in everyday life. The parts of a car, the chairs you sit on or the computer keyboard you use, are all examples of mechanical parts that have to be designed and drawn prior to being manufactured.
Mechanical design technicians are challenged through active involvement in the engineering design process creating more dependable, cost effective and unique product designs that will satisfy their customers. To assist in this process, mechanical design technicians use science, mathematics, engineering problem solving, computer-aided design (CAD) technology and parametric solid modeling.
Program outcomes state what a graduate needs to be able to do with the essential knowledge, attitudes, skills, and behaviors acquired in a specific MATC program. The program outcomes communicate expectations to students, as well as other academic institutions and potential employers. The identification and assessment of program outcomes support MATC's efforts in documenting student learning and provide a context for the faculty's academic planning.
Application Process
You must meet Admissions Requirements (see below). To apply for the program, follow the admission procedures, including submitting the completed application, application/processing fees, and transcripts.
Admissions Requirements for All Applications Submitted for the Current Academic Year
High school course recommendations: We strongly recommend that students take the high school math sequence of Algebra 1 and Algebra 2. A high school physical science course is highly recommended. Student must earn a 2.0 (C) or better in these high school courses. Contact the program (academic) advisor at (608) 246-6800 for pre-registration advising.
The Mechanical Design Technology Program participates in MAAP (Mandatory Assessment, Advising and Placement). This requires new students to complete the COMPASS test. Advisement and course placement in English and math is done based on test results. Testing will be required prior to admission.
Career Potential
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Detailer
- Mechanical Design Technician
- Mechanical Drafter
- CAD Drafter
With additional education and/or experience, graduates may find employment as:
- Mechanical or Product Designer
- Lead Designer
- Project Engineer
- Technical Sales/Service Representative
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