Mechanical Engineering Technology

Program Information

The Mechanical Engineering Technology program prepares students to fill mechanical engineering technician (or related) career fields. It also lays a foundation for students who plan on pursuing a four-year mechanical technology curriculum. The program includes topics in technical computing, mechanical analysis, manufacturing systems, and material testing.

Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering Technology program typically begin their careers as engineering technicians providing support to senior engineers. Additional career opportunities include construction inspection, materials testing, infrastructure maintenance and more. This two-year program also prepares students to continue their studies at the baccalaureate level.

Prospective students should take three years of rigorous college preparatory mathematics (four are recommended), including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. One year of high school, laboratory science is required (chemistry and physics are recommended).

The Computer-Aided Drafting Certificate or AOS degree may serve as preparation for this program; check with the Dean of the School of STEM-Career.

Benefits of MVCC’s MET Program

• Value
• A recognized long-term program
• Small class and lab sizes for individualized attention
• Modern laboratory equipment
• Theory and hands-on experience
• State-of-the-art computer and fabrication labs
• Scholarships and academic support
• On-campus career counseling and placement services

See semester-by-semester degree plan.

Upon completion of the one-year program, students should be competent in the following areas:

• Ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve well-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
• Ability to design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the engineering design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to the discipline.
• Ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in well-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
• Ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results.
• Ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team.

Accreditation

The Mechanical Engineering Technology Program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Degrees Granted
2016-17	2017-18	2018-19	2019-20	2020-21
14	9	9	7	4

Full-Time and Part-Time Enrollment
	2016-17	2017-18	2018-19	2019-20	2020-21
Full-Time	27	33	26	25	16
Part-Time	16	13	10	5	0

Transfer Opportunities

Preparing our students for transfer to four-year baccalaureate programs is a significant focus area for our program. We assist students with resumes, transfer applications, letters of recommendation and more. Articulation agreements between MVCC and other schools ease the transfer of most or all credits when students transfer to four-year colleges. MVCC has articulation and/or joint admissions agreements with four-year universities including SUNY Polytechnic Institute and others.

Career Opportunities

Many graduates choose to enter the workforce after completing their two-year degree at MVCC. Career opportunities can be found in specialized fields including design, construction, assembly, operation, along with the maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical/manufacturing systems. Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering Technology program may be employed state/federal government agencies, private engineering firms, testing agencies, and more

Scholarships and Awards

• Rudolf A. Schatzel Scholarship
• Louis A. Falvo, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
• For Pete’s Sake Scholarship
• Gerald E. Griffin Memorial Scholarship
• John H. McMillan Memorial Scholarship
• Albert V. Payne Memorial Scholarship
• James C. Sheaffer Memorial Scholarship
• Frank P. Tobiasz Memorial Scholarship

Contact us to learn more

Jeff Birt, Professor
Program Coordinator
Office: WH154
Email: jbirt@mvcc.edu 
Phone: 315-792-5459