Program Intro
The Mechanical Engineering, AAS–A40320 curriculum is a course of study that prepares the students to use basic engineering principles and technical skills to design, develop, test, and troubleshoot projects involving mechanical systems. Includes instruction in principles of mechanics, applications to specific engineering systems, design testing procedures, prototype, and operational testing and inspection procedures, manufacturing system testing procedures, test equipment operation and maintenance, computer applications, critical thinking, planning and problem solving, and oral and written communications. Graduates of the curriculum will find employment opportunities in the manufacturing or service sectors of engineering technology. Engineering technicians may obtain professional certification by application to organizations such as ASQC, SME, and NICET.
Curriculum Preview
SAMPLE COURSES
- ACA 111 – College Student Success
This course introduces the college’s physical, academic, and social environment and promotes the personal development essential for success. - EGR 115 – Intro to Technology
This course introduces the basic skills and career fields for technicians.
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- ATR 211 – Robot Programming
This course provides the operational characteristics of robots and programming in their respective languages. - DFT 154 – Intro Solid Modeling
This course is an introduction to basic three-dimensional solid modeling and design software.
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- HYD 110 – Hydraulics/Pneumatics I
This course introduces the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. - MEC 145 – Mfg Materials I
This course introduces a variety of manufacturing materials and common processing techniques.
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- EGR 250 – Statics/Strenth of Mater
This course includes vector analysis, equilibrium of force systems, friction, sectional properties, stress/strain, and deformation. - TDP 110 – Introduction to 3D Printing
This course covers the historical, social and ethical issues, as well as the basic techniques surrounding 3D Printing.
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- ECO 251 – Prin of Microeconomics
This course introduces economic analysis of individual, business, and industry choices in the market economy. - PHY 151 – College Physics I
This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world.
Paying for College
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Finish here, then transfer there!
ECU’s Bachelor of Science in
Industrial Technology Transfer Program
Want to complete a Bachelor’s degree? This Associate degree qualifies for East Carolina University’s BS in Industrial Technology Transfer Program! When you earn your Associate in Applied Science degree at LCC, you can transfer your credits to ECU’s Bachelor in Industrial Technology (BSIT).
