Engineering Technology (A.S.), Mechanical Design and Fabrication Specialization
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: Yes
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus, Hybrid
Location(s): Cocoa, Palm Bay
Limited Access: No
Program Testing Requirements: Assessment in Reading, Writing, and Math
Academic Community: INMC Industry/Manufacturing and Construction
Program Code: ETASMDF
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 15.000
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: 1615000001
This is a specialization of the Engineering Technology Associate in Science degree.
The Specialization in Mechanical Design and Fabrication prepares students with the skills to support the automated manufacturing processes and be competitive as an Engineering Technician, Mechanical Designer, CNC Operator/Setup Technician and/or CNC Programmer. Through course work and hands-on lab exercises, students understand and develop skills in CAD/CAM software, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming, and machine setup and operation of both manual and CNC Mill & Lathe machining centers used by today's manufacturing industries.
Refer to the Engineering Technology (A.S.) overview to find information about this degree, including imbedded College Credit Certificates.
Students should work with an advisor to determine the courses best suited to their plan of study.
Visit the program page for more information.
Program of Study
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | ||
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| Major Courses | ||
| EET 1084 | Introduction to Electronics | 3 |
| ETDC 2364 | SolidWorks Fundamentals | 3 |
| ETI 1420 | Manufacturing Processes and Materials | 3 |
| ETI 1701 | Industrial Safety | 3 |
| ETI 2110 | Introduction to Quality Assurance | 3 |
| ETIC 2001 | Applied Manufacturing Mechanics | 3 |
| Mechanical Design & Fabrication Specialization Courses | ||
| ETIC 2414 | Computer Aided Manufacturing 1 | 3 |
| ETIC 2419 | Computer Aided Manufacturing 2 | 3 |
| PMTC 1203 | Introduction to Machining | 3 |
| PMTC 2213 | Advanced Machining 1 | 3 |
| PMTC 2214 | Advanced Machining 2 | 3 |
| PMTC 2216 | Advanced Machining 3 | 3 |
| Technical Electives | 9 | |
| Select 9 credits from the list below. | ||
| Microprocessor Fundamentals | ||
| Soldering Inspections and Processes | ||
| Through-Hole and Surface-Mount Soldering | ||
| Standard Testing and Certification | ||
| Cabling and Wire Harness Assembly | ||
| Schematic Capture and Modeling | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Internship | ||
| AutoCAD Fundamentals | ||
| Creo Parametric | ||
| Introduction to 3D Printing & Rapid Prototyping | ||
| Composites Fundamentals | ||
| Advanced Composites | ||
| Instrumentation Fundamentals | ||
| Fundamentals of Robotics and Simulation | ||
| Total Hours: | 60 | |
Note: In accordance with Florida Statute and Florida Administrative Code, students must satisfy the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement.
Course Sequence
Below is the recommended sequence for taking courses in this degree. Using this guide and meeting with your assigned advisor each term is the key to successful program completion.
Please note that course prerequisites, including required developmental math, reading, or writing, need to be completed to continue on to the more advanced course. Courses followed by “&” have prerequisites that are not part of this program. Click on the course number to see the requirements.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Technical Elective 1 | 3 | |
| EET 1084 | Introduction to Electronics | 3 |
| ETI 1701 | Industrial Safety | 3 |
| PMTC 1203 | Introduction to Machining | 3 |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| PMTC 2213 | Advanced Machining 1 | 3 |
| ETDC 2364 | SolidWorks Fundamentals | 3 |
| ETI 1420 | Manufacturing Processes and Materials | 3 |
| ETI 2110 | Introduction to Quality Assurance | 3 |
| ETIC 2001 | Applied Manufacturing Mechanics | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Reqirement | 3 | |
| PMTC 2214 | Advanced Machining 2 | 3 |
| ETIC 2414 | Computer Aided Manufacturing 1 | 3 |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| PMTC 2216 | Advanced Machining 3 | 3 |
| ETIC 2419 | Computer Aided Manufacturing 2 | 3 |
| Technical Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Technical Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 60 | |
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Select nine technical elective credits. See the program of study page for courses.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate proficiency using engineering drafting software
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Demonstrate industrial safety, health, and environmental requirements.
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information
- Demonstrate methods of quality assurance in manufacturing.
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information
- Demonstrate modern industrial processes and materials.
- Core Ability Supported: Process Information
- Demonstrate proficiency using tools, instruments and testing devices
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems