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Mechanical Engineering Technology

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What it’s about

Engineering and Technology Pathway Description: These curriculums are designed to prepare students through the study and application of principles from mathematics, natural sciences, and technology and applied processes based on these subjects.

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Courses you will take

Course work includes mathematics, natural sciences, engineering sciences and technology.

Our Graduates

Graduates should qualify to obtain occupations such as technical service providers, materials and technologies testing services, process improvement technicians, engineering technicians, industrial technology managers, or research technicians.

Mission:

A course of study that prepares the students to use basic engineering principles and technical skills to design, develop, test, and troubleshoot projects involving mechanical systems. Includes instruction in principles of mechanics, applications to specific engineering systems, design testing procedures, prototype and operational testing and inspection procedures, manufacturing system-testing procedures, test equipment operation and maintenance, computer applications, critical thinking, planning and problem-solving, and oral and written communications. Graduates of the curriculum will find employment opportunities in the manufacturing or service sectors of engineering technology. Engineering technicians may obtain professional certification by application to organizations such as ASQC, SME, and NICET.

Program Educational Objectives:

Our Mechanical Engineering graduates will:

  • Be employed in technical positions rooted in mechanical and engineering based processes such as manufacturing, testing, quality assurance, and design.
  • Make contributions to their industry and communities demonstrating fundamental principles of engineering, problem solving, communication, teamwork, ethics and leadership.
  • Continue their professional development through formal education, on the job training and experience, and self-directed research and investigation.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Within a few years after graduation, our graduates are:

  • Problem solvers – able to formulate and provide solutions to complex engineering problems through the application of engineering, mathematics, science and physics.
  • Designers – create solutions to meet specific needs of their community by applying engineering design principles with considerations of ethics, cultural, social, environmental and economic factors.
  • Communicators – effectively and clearly present their ideas in written, oral, graphical and mathematical modalities to a wide range of audiences.
  • Leaders – collaborate with all levels of organizational stakeholders to establish a safe and inclusive environment for effective teamwork to set goals, provide project management, plan tasks and conduct project management.
  • Lifelong Learners –  seek out opportunities to continue the study of engineering through curriculum channels, professional development, engaging with mentors in their field, and apply new knowledge and skills while progressing in their careers

High School Programs

Currently enrolled North Carolina high school students may be eligible for the Career and College Promise (CCP) program:
Career and College Promise (CCP)

Technical Standards

Students enrolling in these programs must meet specific emotional, behavioral, physical, and cognitive standards. This information is found in Technical Standards. Students qualifying for special accommodations to these standards must contact Student Accessibility Services at (828) 694-1813 for more information.

Guided Pathways

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2026-27 Identity/Statement of Educational Purpose (V4)

Beginning the 2026-27 academic year, all “Identity/Statement of Educational Purpose” forms must be completed in the Offices of Financial Aid.