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Engineering Design Manufacturing Technology

Engineering Design & Manufacturing Technology

1 Year | Technical Certificate

Program Length

1 Year

Credentials

Technical Certificate

Cost/Tuition*

$4,700
(subject to change without notice)

Financial Aid/Funding

Financial Aid/Funding is available

Program Overview

2D & 3D Models
Drafting & Design
CAD
CAM

 

They will receive one-on-one aid from experienced instructors, review best practices, and focus on industry standards. All courses are computer use intensive and competency based. Students will develop a strong working knowledge of visual communication and its technical skills. Upon completion, students are prepared for entry-level employment and/or further continuing their education. Engineering Design/Drafting Technology is a profession that encompasses a variety of engineering disciplines that are always in high demand: mechanical, civil, piping, electronics, structural, and industrial. Students develop skills in technical drafting, CAD (Computer Aided Design), and the drafting practices specific to each of these discipline areas. Drafters and designers are an integral part of a project team in every field, developing the drawings and designs for fabrication and construction.

If you are looking to advance your career in Engineering, we recommend exploring these degree programs:

Objectives

  • Develop a general knowledge of the drafting and design industries.
  • Define terminology and processes related to drafting and design.
  • Demonstrate correct sketching techniques
  • Use visual communication to convey design ideas
  • Interpret and prepare industry standard documents

Objectives

  • Create accurate 2D and 3D models using the state of industry software
  • Develop drawings that align with industry conventions and standards
  • Practice redlining and iterating designs
  • Create physical models

Career Outcomes

$36.66 hourly, $76,250 annual
2,300 Monthly Openings


Occupational Data, 2024, Salt Lake County, Lightcast Economic Modeling


Occupations

Commercial and Industrial Designers

Tuition & Financial Aid

$4,700

Tuition: $4,542.50

Books: $157.50

Fees: $0

*Tuition includes all certification exam fees. Subject to change without notice.

Financial Aid

 

Apply for Funding

Required Courses

30 Credit Hours

ENGL 1010

Introduction to College Writing (EN)

Mon-Thur 5:00PM - 10:00PM

Fully Online

EDDT 1010

Introduction to Engineering and Design

Mon-Wed 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Online Only

EDDT 1040

Introduction to AutoCAD

Sat 9:00AM - 4:00PM

In-Person

EDDT 1050

Engineering Graphics & Introduction, Principles & Applications using 3D CAD Software

Sat 9:00AM - 4:00PM

In-Person

EDDT 1500

Manual Machine Shop Theory and Lab

Sat 9:00AM - 4:00PM

In-Person

EDDT 1600

CNC Programming and CNC Machining Theory and Lab

Sat 9:00AM - 4:00PM

In-Person

ENGR 1070

Robotics in the World (PS)

Sat 9:00AM - 4:00PM

In-Person

Any approved Communication (CM) course

 

 

In-Person

MATH 1010 or STEM 1010 or Any approved Quantitative Studies (QS) course

 

 

In-Person

Human Relations: Any approved Human Relations (HR) course

 

 

In-Person

Top 6 things to know before you apply

  1. Understand the Program Requirements
  2. Align Career Goals
  3. Explore Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Funding
  4. Program Duration and Schedule
  5. Teaching Mode
  6. Academic Readiness

How To Apply

1

Apply for Admissions

Complete your admissions application. Once you receive your student number (S#), proceed to Step 2.

2

Meet with Your Academic Advisor

Schedule an appointment (in-person, phone, or video call):

801-957-4978

academicadvising@elco.edu

Schedule Online