Erie Community College, State University of New York

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

Program Competencies

Upon graduation with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, the graduate will be able to:

• Construct multiview mechanical drawings
• Apply geometric tolerancing and true positioning
• Take accurate measurements with instrumentation
• Operate basic machine tools
• Program C.N.C. machine tools
• Use engineering materials and manufacturing processes
• Solve for analytical forces
• Test materials using standard testing machines
• Write technical reports
• Use personal computers for problem solving
• Solve problems in fluid and heat flow
• Relate electricity to the operation of mechanical equipment
• Design basic jigs, fixtures, and dies
• Design basic machine elements and mechanism
• Design basic thermal machines and equipment including refrigeration systems
• Design basic hydraulic and pneumatic systems in power applications