Manufacturing Engineering Technology - Mountwest Community and Technical College

Manufacturing Engineering Technology from Mountwest Community and Technical College is a Campus Associate Manufacturing Technology degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Program Description: A manufacturing engineering technologist is someone who has obtained specialized training and works with project engineers, machinists and production staff members to manufacture a variety of items from cars to biomedical implants. Students in this program gain an in-depth knowledge of computer aided design (CAD), computer numerical control (CNC), computer aided manufacturing (CAM), and machining techniques, as well as many standard manufacturing processes. Hands-on and applied coursework using the latest technologies, industry-sized equipment, and state-of- the ?art software and hardware are the keys to an outstanding learning environment. To thrive in today?s global economy, manufacturing engineering technologists must have well developed oral and written communication skills, work successfully in teams and demonstrate an ability to solve manufacturing-related problems, the Mountwest Community & Technical College Manufacturing Engineering Technology Program provides an environment in which students can master these skills. The Manufacturing Engineering Technology Program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC-ABET). Through an advisory board consisting of experienced West Virginia manufacturing professionals and resources of the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advance Flexible Manufacturing, this program is designed to prepare students for today and tomorrow?s demanding workforce needs. Upon completion of the Manufacturing Engineering Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree the graduate will be able to: Read and create blueprints of components and assemblies using 2-D, 3-D and solid modeling techniques. Generate CNC programs both manually and using CAM software for parts requiring 2,3, and 4-axis programming. Assist or lead the design team with force and stress calculations, material selection, and specifying manufacturing processes. Employment Opportunities: Entry-level positions for which graduates will compete include: CAD Operator CNC Programmer CAM Specialist Engineering Designer Engineering Technician Mechanical Design Engineer Mechanical Drafter Product Designer View more details on Mountwest Community and Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Manufacturing Technology courses.