Engineering - Pre-Engineering and Engineering Technology Certificate

*** New Program Fall 2020 ***

Program Code:

PET

Degree:

Certificate

This program may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus).
This program may be completed face-to-face.

Connections:

Credits from this certificate can be applied to the following associate degree(s):

Engineering

Program Contact Email:

Engineering@qcc.mass.edu

Additional Information

Goals

Program Goals:

The Engineering - Pre-Engineering and Engineering Technology Certificate program is designed to introduce Engineering students into Engineering Technology curriculum and hands-on skills while students complete mathematics and English prerequisites for the Engineering program.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Communicate effectively through verbal and written means.
Apply the concepts and methods of mathematics to the solution of technical problems.
Operate electronic test equipment, such as multi-meters, function generators, and oscilloscopes.
Analyze basic electronics systems.
Troubleshoot and repair basic electronics systems.
Understand the process of product development through design and implementation.
Apply accurate design methodology and use industry-standard CAD/CAM software to improve quality and production.
Use modern tooling, skills, and techniques for effective manufacturing systems practice.
Function on multidisciplinary teams
Analyze a problem and design an appropriate algorithmic solution.
Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering technology tools necessary for applied engineering.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Semester 1 (Fall) Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: PET). Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in two semesters. Meet with Program Coordinator. Complete ENG 101 and one college level MAT course.
Introduction to Programming Using Python	CSC 101	F/S	3	MAT 099 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Composition I	ENG 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Electronics I OR	ELT 103	F/S	4	Placement into college level English, MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Digital Circuits	ELT 121	F/S	4
College Algebra OR	MAT 100	F/S/SU	3	MAT 099 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
College Mathematics I: Pre-Calculus OR	MAT 123			MAT 100 or approp place score
College Mathematics II: Trigonometry				MAT 123 or approp place score
		Total	13
Semester 2 (Spring) Meet with a QCC Transfer Services Advisor. See www.QCC.edu/transfer. Attend Transfer Services events. Complete ENG 102 and one college level MAT course. For the Science Elective, take one of the following suggested courses: BIO 100, BIO 107, CHM 101, CHM 123, PHY 101, or SCI 103. Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Composition II	ENG 102	F/S/SU	3	ENG 101
College Mathematics I: Pre-Calculus OR	MAT 123	F/S/SU	3-4	MAT 100 or approp place score
College Mathematics II: Trigonometry OR	MAT 124			MAT 123 or approp place score
Calculus I	MAT 233			MAT 124 or approp place score
Mechanical CAD I OR	MNT 101	F/S	3	MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Basic Machine Operation	MNT 108	F/S	3	MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Science Elective	---	F/S/FU	3-4
		Total	12-14
Total Credits Required:			25-27

Cost & Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Students with certifications or over five years of major-related work experience may be eligible to earn credit for prior learning. To apply students must complete a profile at https://myexperiencecounts.mass.edu/

CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks are not required. Finger printing and drug testing are not required.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 14.0102.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

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Contact QCC Admissions at 508.854.4262 for more information.

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