Mechanical Design Technology

Mechanical Design Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Code: 10-606-1

For more information: wctc.edu/mech-design

Mechanical designers combine design skills with mechanics to develop complex visual plans that assist engineers in creating specific products. These technical renderings show intricate details, dimensions and structures, and indicate materials and procedures. In this program, study computer-aided drafting using current computer-aided design applications, and learn about manufacturing processes, material strength, basic mechanisms and three-dimensional modeling. 

The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:

Core Courses = C
General Studies Courses = C-
Program GPA = 2.0

Program Outcomes

1.  Prepare detail and assembly drawings for documentation of mechanical components and products.
2.  Create CAD geometry, parts and assemblies.
3.  Design mechanical components and products.
4.  Analyze mechanical engineering problems.
5.  Select purchased parts.

Critical Life Skills

To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multi-cultural, and collaborative, all students are given opportunities to develop and demonstrate Critical Life Skills, both in and out of the classroom. The following Critical Life Skills are learning outcomes for WCTC students.

• Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
• Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
• Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.

Listed below are the required courses for this program.  An Academic Advisor can help you develop your program plan and select the term and course schedule that works best for you.