Power Real-World Solutions with an Engineering Technology Degree
Engineering technicians help turn ideas, designs and plans into real-world products and systems across a range of industries. St. Louis Community College's engineering technology associate in applied science (AAS) degree prepares you to support engineering projects by building skills in blueprint reading, electric circuits, computer applications and product design and fabrication.
You'll gain experience with industry-standard tools and methods while learning how to apply engineering concepts in professional settings. The program builds the technical foundation for engineering technician careers in fields like manufacturing, automation, electronics, mechanical systems and quality control.
Along the way, you can earn a certificate in skilled trades as part of your first-year coursework, giving you an early credential to add to your resume before you finish the full degree.
What is Engineering Technology at St. Louis Community College?
Engineering technology prepares you to apply engineering concepts to solve technical problems in real-world settings. The STLCC engineering technology program welcomes students starting a new career as well as those building on current skills, helping you build the knowledge needed to support engineering projects, equipment and systems.
You'll learn to:
- Install, test and maintain equipment.
- Operate and troubleshoot automation and robotics systems.
- Prepare and interpret engineering drawings.
- Diagnose and repair technical problems.
You can tailor your coursework to your interests by exploring areas such as biomedical equipment repair, computer-aided design (CAD), manufacturing, electronics repair and robotics. By the end of the program, you'll be ready to step into engineering technician roles across a range of industries.
What Can You Do with an Engineering Technology Degree?
An engineering technology degree from STLCC prepares you for careers that combine technical knowledge, problem-solving and technology. Engineering technicians support engineers by helping design, test, install and maintain equipment, systems and processes used in a variety of industries.
Graduates work as engineering technicians at manufacturing and production companies, construction and engineering firms, research and development laboratories, health care organizations, aerospace and defense companies, and other technical employers.
Engineering technicians are in demand as companies modernize equipment, adopt automation and bring new products to market. These professionals help improve products, maintain systems and bring new designs into production across many industries.
With STLCC's stackable credentials, you can combine your engineering technology degree with certificates in areas such as CAD, precision machining technology, biomedical electronics technology, welding technology and HVAC technician to expand your career options.
AAS in Engineering Technology
- Degree offered: Associate in applied science
- Locations: Florissant Valley
- Hours to complete: 60
- Program contact name: Tom McGovern
- Program contact email: tmcgovern@stlcc.edu
Tuition for district residents is $127 per credit hour for in-district students. Find out more about our straightforward and low-cost tuition structure.
Related Programs
With our distinct stackable credential approach, you can combine this degree with a number of certificates to enhance your career opportunities, including:
Why Choose STLCC’s Engineering Technology Program?
Graduate With Little or No Debt
We believe cost should never be a barrier to achieving your potential. Save over $4,700 per year with tuition that's one-third lower than other local institutions. Plus, we'll help you navigate scholarship options and financial aid.
Stackable Credentials Add To Your Value
As an engineering technology AAS student, you can quickly earn a credential, start or continue your career, and stack additional credentials to build your skills becoming more marketable.
Real-World Experience That Employers Want
Gain practical experience using state-of-the-art equipment and systems within our 31,000-square-foot Emerson Center for Engineering and Manufacturing, which includes 14,000 square feet of dedicated lab space and classrooms.
Tailor Your Engineering Path
Select electives as you pursue your interests and prepare for your chosen engineering technology path. Prepare to work in automation, biomedical equipment, electronics, facilities maintenance, production, technical graphics and others.
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