Engineering Design Technology: Engineering Design and Production Technology
Program Overview
The program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to design and produce products in a variety of industries. Graduates can expect to find work in areas such as tooling, medical devices, manufacturing, and automotive. The average salary for graduates is $71,000.
Program Outline
Certificate of Achievement:
29.5 Units
Pathway:
to Certificate
Program Map:
- Fall 2023 (1st Term - 10.0 Units):
- ENGT 116: Blueprint Reading (2.0 Units)
- ENGT 117: Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (2.0 Units)
- ENGT 131: Design Fundamentals Including 3D Modeling (3.0 Units)
- ET 101: Principles of Engineering Technology (3.0 Units)
- Spring 2024 (2nd Term - 9.5 Units):
- ENGT 237: Statics and Strength of Materials Using Simulation (3.0 Units)
- MTT 62: Fixture Tooling (2.0 Units)
- MTT 68: Computer-Assisted Inspection Using Verisurf (2.0 Units)
- PMT 100: Plastics Technology (2.5 Units)
- Fall 2024 (3rd Term - 7.0 Units):
- ENGT 260: Advanced Modeling Using SolidWorks (4.0 Units)
- NPD 103: Tooling and Materials for New Product Development (3.0 Units)
- Spring 2025 (4th Term - 3.0 Units):
Careers:
- Graduates find work in diverse areas: designing components for tooling and production systems, medical devices, artificial organs, oil refineries equipment, robots, manufacturing systems, automotive and general merchandise products.
- Salary range: $36,000 to $206,000
- Average salary: $71,000
- Career growth: Expected to change little nationwide from 2019 to 2029 (+1.2%)
- Careers with average salary, job growth and education level:
- Mechanical Drafters: $65k, -4.7%, Associate's degree
- Architectural and Civil Drafters: $62k, -0.9%, Associate's degree
- Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary: $98k, +10.1%, Master's degree
- Commercial and Industrial Designers: $81k, +5.6%, Bachelor's degree
- Designers, All Other: $79k, +0.1%, Bachelor's degree
- Drafters, All Other: $60k, -5.4%, Associate's degree
- Electrical and Electronics Drafters: $65k, +2.3%, Associate's degree
- Graphic Designers: $62k, +2.9%, High school diploma or equivalent
Other:
- Program map from the 2023-2024 catalog year may not represent the most current offerings. It is recommended to make an appointment to create a customized education plan.
Cerritos College
Overview:
Cerritos College is a community college located in Norwalk, California. It offers a wide range of academic programs, career training, and transfer pathways for students seeking to further their education. The college emphasizes inclusivity and diversity, creating a welcoming environment for all students.
Services Offered:
Cerritos College provides various services to support student success, including: