The Applied Engineering Technology curriculum prepares individuals to use basic engineering principles and technical skills to solve technical problems in various types of industry. Course work emphasizes analytical and problem-solving skills. The curriculum includes courses in safety, math, physics, electricity, engineering technology, and technology-specific specialty areas.
Graduates should qualify for employment in a wide range of positions in research and development, manufacturing, sales, design, inspection, or maintenance. Employment opportunities exist in automation, computer, electrical, industrial, or mechanical engineering fields, where graduates will function as engineering technicians.
Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Consistently perform all tasks in accordance with established industry safety standards.
- Perform maintenance tasks on a variety of industrial systems.
- Apply software and programming languages to model and/or control a variety of industrial systems.
- Troubleshoot industrial systems problems to rectify issues promptly.
- Apply written, oral, and graphical technical communications in a manufacturing environment.
A.A.S. in Applied Engineering Technology (A40130)
Program of Study
| Fall Semester | |||
| ACA-111 | College Student Success | 1 | |
| CIS-110 | Introduction to computers | 3 | |
| DFT-119 | Basic CAD | 2 | |
| ELC-111 | Intro to Electricity | 3 | |
| ELC-125 | Diagrams and Schematics | 2 | |
| ISC-112 | Industrial Safety | 2 | |
| Spring Semester | |||
| ELC-117 | Motors and Controls | 4 | |
| ELC-131 | Circuit Analysis I | 4 | |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | |
| MAT-121 | Algebra/Trigonometry I | 3 | |
| Summer Semester | |||
| ATR-112 | Intro to Automation | 3 | |
| ELC-128 | Intro to PLC | 3 | |
| HUM-115 | Critical Thinking | 3 | |
| PSY-150 | General Psychology | 3 | |
| Fall Semester | |||
| ELC-213 | Instrumentation | 4 | |
| ELC-228 | PLC Applications | 4 | |
| HYD-110 | Hyd./Pneumatics I | 3 | |
| ! | Major Elective | 2/3/4 | |
| Spring Semester | |||
| DFT-154 | Intro to Solid Modeling | 3 | |
| ELC-229 | Applications Project | 2 | |
| ENG-112 | Writing/Research in the Disciplines | 3 | |
| OR | ENG-114 | Professional Research & Reporting | 3 |
| MEC-130 | Mechanisms | 3 | |
| ! | Major Elective | 2/3/4 |
! Major Electives – ATR 219, DFT 152, ISC 132, ISC 220, MAC 118, MAC 121, MAC 131, MAC 141, MAC 141A, WLD 110
Applied Engineering Technology Certificate (C40130)
Program of Study
This certificate prepares individuals to work as entry-level maintenance technicians.
| ELC-117 | Motors and Controls | 4 | |
| ELC-128 | Intro to PLC | 3 | |
| HYD-110 | Hyd./Pneumatics I | 3 | |
| ISC-112 | Industrial Safety | 2 |
Applied Engineering Technology Drafting Certificate (C40130A)
Program of Study
This certificate prepares individuals to work as entry-level maintenance technicians.
| DFT-119 | Basic CAD | 2 | |
| DFT-152 | CAD II | 3 | |
| DFT-154 | Intro to Solid Modeling | 3 | |
| ISC-132 | Manufacturing Quality Control | 3 | |
| MAC-118 | Machine Shop Basic | 2 |
Earn College Credit in High School
A CCP pathway for high school juniors and seniors is available for this program. Visit the Career and College Promise page for more information.
The Career and College Promise (CCP) Program provides opportunities for eligible high school students to start college early, where courses can count for dual credit (credit in the high school and college at the same time), all TUITION-FREE! CCP students accelerate completion of college certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees that provide entry-level job skills and/or lead to college transfer credit.
Out-of-state students seeking to enroll in a program or course leading to professional licensure or certification should contact Melissa Vandemark, Dean of Applied Technologies, to discuss enrollment and professional licensure options available. Students may view the Professional Licensure information page to learn more.
Program Coordinator - Applied Engineering
Department: Faculty
Phone: (252) 246-1297
Email: jstevens@wilsoncc.edu
Office: Lee Technology Center -W102
Dean of Applied Technologies
Department: Faculty
Phone: (252) 246-1210
Email: mvandemark@wilsoncc.edu
Office: R146