Engineering Technology (465)
Offered on: Central Campus (Evening)
Nature of Profession
Engineers work in various engineering and manufacturing companies using the principles and theories of engineering, mathematics and science. They may prepare specifications for materials, test for quality control, study ways to improve manufacturing efficiency, supervise production workers, work as field representatives, install and repair technical equipment or write repair and operation manuals.
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Transfer Partnerships
Southern State has articulation/transfer partnerships with many four-year institutions. Find the transfer partnerships for Engineering Technology below.
Student Laptop Requirements
Minimum requirements:
- 3+ GHz processor
- 16GB RAM
- Windows 11 Operating System, on a 64 bit system (If you already own a Windows 10 system it will be compatible.)
- Software varies - most versions will be downloadable for free
- Video Card - Click here to ensure compatibility
Earn Industry Certifications
In this program students will have the opportunity to achieve multiple industry level certifications. Our curriculum aligns with the certification content. Below is a list of the different certifications that students can obtain as they move through the program. Learn more about the certification at the Test Centers.
Engineering Technology Curriculum
The Engineering Technology program provides a common foundation in engineering, drafting, circuits, physics, math, and applied technical skills. Students complete a shared core curriculum and then select one of two concentrations: Mechanical Engineering Technology or Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology.
These courses are part of the Engineering Technology core and apply to both concentrations:
Fall Semester | First Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENDS 1100 | Introduction to Engineering | 2 |
| CADD 1100 | Introduction to AutoCAD | 3 |
| ENGL 1101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| EENG 1105 | DC Circuits & Devices | 3 |
| *MATH 1120 or MATH 1141 or MATH 1150 or higher | Technical Mathematics or College Algebra or Precalculus or higher | 3 |
Spring Semester | First Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 2201 | General Physics I (Algebra Based) | 5 |
Fall Semester | Second Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENDS 2201 | Engineering Mechanics (Statics) | 3 |
| ENDS 2205 | Hydraulics & Pneumatics | 3 |
| ENDS 1143 | Introduction to Project Management and Product Design | 3 |
Spring Semester | Second Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENDS 2202 | Dynamics | 3 |
| ENDS 2203 | Strength of Materials | 3 |
| – – – – – – | General Elective (Humanities or Social Sciences) | 3 |
*Students wishing to transfer via the Miami partnership or other four-year degree should take MATH 1150 or higher
*Students not wishing to transfer via Miami partnership or other four-year degree can take MATH 1120 or 1141 or higher
Choose a concentration:
Mechanical Concentration
Fall Semester | First Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CSCI 2218 | Excel | 3 |
Spring Semester | First Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1115 | Fundamentals of Effective Speech | 3 |
| ENGL 2205 | Technical Report Writing | 3 |
| ENDS 2233 | Computer Aided Manufacturing | 3 |
| ENDS 2219 | Tool Design and Manufacturing | 3 |
Fall Semester | Second Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENDS 2261 | Manufacturing Materials and Process | 3 |
| ENDS 2204 | Mechanisms | 3 |
Spring Semester | Second Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CADD 1110 | Introduction to SolidWorks | 3 |
| ENDS 2221 | Machine Design | 3 |
Electro-Mechanical Concentration
Spring Semester | First Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CADD 1110 | Introduction to SolidWorks | 3 |
| EENG 2260 | Microcontroller Programming | 3 |
| EENG 2205 | Digital Electronics | 3 |
| EENG 1115 | AC Circuits & Devices | 3 |
Fall Semester | Second Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EENG 2215 | Analog Circuits & Devices | 3 |
| EENG 2285 | Manufacturing Control Systems | 3 |
| EENG 1185 | Electric Machinery | 3 |
Spring Semester | Second Year
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1115 | Fundamentals of Effective Speech | 3 |
| ENGL 2205 | Technical Report Writing | 3 |
Program Total: 65
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James Barnett- 800.628.7722 x2746
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