Engineering Technology, Associate of Science - CNC Machining

Program Overview

The Associate of Science in Engineering Technology - CNC Machining program at Broward College prepares students for employment in manufacturing, medical, electronics, aerospace, and related industries. The program emphasizes communication skills, technical competency, safe work practices, and a blend of theory and laboratory activities to develop the necessary skills for engineering design, production, testing, and product quality. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible for entry-level positions or pursue further education in engineering or related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview

The Associate of Science in Engineering Technology - CNC Machining program at Broward College is designed to prepare students for employment or provide additional training for those already employed in manufacturing, medical, electronics, aerospace, or other related industries. The program emphasizes communication skills, technical competency, safe and efficient work practices, and a blend of theory and laboratory activities to develop the necessary cognitive and manipulative skills to support engineering design, processes, production, testing, and product quality.

Objectives

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Troubleshoot electronic circuits and identify faults
• Identify calibration requirements for tools
• Demonstrate knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
• Understand the importance of quality in modern business scenarios
• Demonstrate proficiency with measurement and instrumentation

Program Description

The program includes general education courses and program-specific courses in areas such as electronics, digital techniques, CAD, microprocessors, safety, measurement and instrumentation, machining, and quality assurance. Students are encouraged to complete the core courses before advancing to more specialized courses.

Outline:

Course List

| Course | Title | Credits | |---|---|---| | EET1084C | Introduction to Electronics | 3.00 | | CET1114C | Digital Techniques | 3.00 | | ETD1320C | Basic CAD | 3.00 | | EET1015C | DC Circuits | 3.00 | | CET1117C | Microprocessors I | 3.00 | | EET1025C | AC Circuits | 3.00 | | ETI1701C | Safety | 3.00 | | ENC1101 | Composition I | 3.00 | | EET1141C | Linear Techniques I | 3.00 | | ETM1010C | Measurement and Instrumentation | 3.00 | | GE Course | General Education Natural Science Core | 3.00 | | GE Course | General Education Mathematics Core 1 | 3.00 | | PMT1203C | Introduction to Machining | 3.00 | | ETI1110C | Introduction to Quality Assurance | 3.00 | | PMT2213 | Advanced Machining 1 | 3.00 | | AMH2020 | History of the United States Since 1877 | 3.00 | | or | POS2041 National Government | 3.00 | | GE Course | General Education Humanities Core | 3.00 | | PMT2214 | Advanced Machining 2 | 3.00 | | ETI1420C | Processes and Materials | 3.00 | | GE Course | General Education Speech | 3.00 | |

Total Credits

60

Careers:

Potential Career Paths

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be eligible for entry-level positions in various industries, including manufacturing, medical, electronics, aerospace, and other related fields. Graduates may also pursue further education in engineering or related fields.