In order to compete in today's global market, industry demands the development of production equipment and manufacturing processes that increase quality and productivity while reducing overall costs.

Whereas Manufacturing Engineering deals with all facets of production/distribution process, Mechanical Engineering focuses on designing, manufacturing, testing, and developing the equipment and systems needed to design a specific product or system.

MTC’s Mechanical Engineering associate degree program trains graduates for entry-level positions in mechanical design, manufacturing, production, quality control, and a variety of other careers as Mechanical Design Technicians. You will be qualified to play a major supporting role in the engineering profession in industrial, manufacturing, and consulting fields.

Graduates of MTC’s Mechanical Engineering program will be awarded the Associate of Applied Science degree.

Graduates of this program will be able to:

• identify, analyze, and formulate solutions to mechanical design problems through the application of engineering principles and technical skills
• analyze trusses and other multi-member structures
• properly select and recommend appropriate materials for mechanical systems and structures based on design criteria and component application
• identify the key principles and components in design, operation, and maintenance of fluid power systems
• demonstrate fundamental knowledge of CNC programming
• apply lean principles to design and maintenance projects, and process improvement
• create, update, and interpret mechanical drawings and details using appropriate CAD software
• calculate cost estimates for new and existing design and maintenance projects using common cost structures and approaches
• utilize data analysis techniques for process analysis and improvement
• demonstrate basic knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical circuits and control devices
• understand and use tools and procedures commonly found in a technical laboratory setting
• follow required mechanical and environmental safety procedures
• practice the 5S approach for visual order, organization, cleanliness and standardization
• work both independently and as an integral part of a technical team
• produce concise correspondence, reports, instructions, and proposals that will be effective in a technical work setting
• independently maintain and improve upon both technical skill level and knowledge of current technology
• communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and co-workers

Career Opportunities:

More than 500,000 individuals work in ‘‘technician’’ positions in engineering fields. Job opportunities for mechanical specialties are projected to increase nationally as much as 20 percent for this field through 2010. Ohio expects roughly a 10 percent increase for the same time period, but additional jobs will be created through retirements, promotions, and job transitions.

1. Completed and submitted the MTC Application for Admission and nonrefundable application fee.
2. Provided official final high school transcript (or GED results) and college transcripts (if applicable).with posted graduation date or passing GED results.
3. Successful completion of the Basic Skills Assessment (COMPASS) and Technology Skills Test is required. Any college foundation courses recommended by COMPASS results are also required.
   
4. COMPASS math score of 41 or above is required to take the first algebra course in the engineering program.

Transfer students to MTC must qualify in accordance with current admission criteria.

If required, Foundation Courses are available to help you meet any specialized program admission requirements.

Cooperative Education:

Cooperative education is a learning experience which integrates the student's academic field of study with work experience in business, industry, government, social service, and/or the professions. An arrangement is established by which students receive college credit for structured, on-the-job learning experiences related to their academic field.

Students in Engineering Technologies are encouraged to pursue co-op opportunities, earning invaluable workplace experience as well as college credit based upon the degree to which the technical competencies gained through the cooperative work experience contributes to the competencies expected of graduates in their field of study.

Students must gain approval from the Department Dean prior to registering for the course. Upon successful completion of the co-op course, the credit hours earned will fill elective requirements and/or serve as a course substitution on an approval basis. To learn more about co-op, contact the Department Dean.