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620 - Mechanical Engineering Technology (BS)

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Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Technology

College/School

School of Arch,Mgmt & Eng Tech

Program Description

As a mechanical engineering technology program graduate, you will be well prepared to be a mechanical engineer for the industry in engineering-related areas, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); process and component design; mechanical systems design; energy systems; product development; and technical support and sales. You will be able to design, specify, test, analyze, and install mechanical systems. This broad content exposure occurs through the development of analytical skills and theory in the classroom and experience working with complete energy systems, compressors, fans, pumps, controls, instrumentation, engineering graphics, and material testing.

Program Advantages

With a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and within 3 – 5 years from graduating, students will be able to do the following working in an engineering or technical industry.

  • Work collaboratively to solve complex problems using critical thinking and creative problem-solving methods. 

  • Gain a reputation as an effective communicator and for ethical responsibility as an individual contributor and as part of a multidisciplinary team. 

  • Take the initiative to continuously improve by engaging in life-long learning through professional development, continuing education, licensure, and certifications to adapt to a technologically advancing society. 

  • Support or lead complex problem-solving teams using appropriate techniques, skills, and tools to analyze and interpret data. 

  • Hold paramount socially responsible and sustainable design.

Professional Outlook

Employment and continuing education rate of 76 percent – 100 percent are employed.

OCCUPATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

  • Automotive industry

  • Sales and applications

  • HVAC & R industry

  • Manufacturing

  • Design

  • Engineering aide

  • Field service

  • Test technicians

  • Installation supervision

  • Process equipment

  • Aerospace industry

  • MEMS and Microfabrication

  • Utility companies

  • Defense Industry

Enrollment And Graduation Data

BS Degree

 Enrollment (based on Fall census)

2023

119

2023

125

2022

112

 

 Degrees Awarded

2023-2024

21

2022-2023

24

2021-2022

30

Continuing Education Opportunities

Accreditation Information

The BS program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, http://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Mechanical Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Program Criteria.

Certification and Licensure

The Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering technology is recognized as a “professional degree” that qualifies for experience/education credit toward Professional Engineering (PE) licensure.

Graduates from Alfred State’s program are allowed six years of the required 12 years of education/experience credit and are eligible to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE), formerly called Engineer-in-Training(EIT), examination upon graduation.

Be advised that a prior felony conviction may impede a student's ability to receive licensure.

Office of Accessibility Services

Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact the Office of Accessibility Services by email at oas@alfredstate.edu or by phone at 607-587-4506. Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.

Title

Program Coordinator

Name

Mohammed Eleshaky

Phone

607-587-4615

Email

eleshame@alfredstate.edu