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2007-2008
Program Sheet
About the Program
The Mechanical Design Technology program prepares students to assist
engineers in the design of products and the preparation of computerized drawings
for all types of machines and manufacturing industries. Coursework emphasizes
computer-aided design (CAD) techniques, project and product development, and
understanding various materials used in design and manufacturing.
Career Outlook
Opportunities will be best for those with at least two years of post secondary
training in a drafting program that provides strong technical skills, as well
as considerable experience with CAD systems.
Potential Starting Salary
$37,009
Salary Information Source: LTC Research Department
Schedule
Varies— program courses offered evenings, one or two nights per week.
Length of time to complete Mechanical Design Technology coursework
3.5 years, additional time required for general studies coursework.
Course Pre- or Co-requisites
Additional pre-requisites listed with Mechanical Design Technology course
descriptions.
General Studies
21 required credits are offered evenings and online in fall, spring and summer.
Work these courses into your schedule based upon your intended date of graduation. Plan
your general studies classes—check out the General
Studies 2007-08 Learning Options.
Starts
August 2007 and January 2008.
Approximate Costs
•$97.05 per credit (resident)
•$594.25 per credit (out-of-state resident)
•Online class fee is $10 per credit
•Other fees vary by program (books, supplies, materials, tools, uniforms,
health-related exams, etc)
Program Transfer Opportunities
Capella University
Franklin University
Lakeland College
Marian College
Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE)
Silver Lake College
UW-Stout
For more transfer options information, click
here.
Mechanical Design Technology Coursework—43
credits
| Course Title |
Credits |
Delivery Method |
Offered |
Drafting Mechanical I/CAD I |
3 |
In Person |
Yearly—Fall & Spring |
Drafting Mechanical II/CAD II |
3 |
In Person |
Yearly—Spring & Summer |
Drafting Mechanical III/CAD III |
3 |
In Person |
Yearly—Fall |
Drafting Mechanical IV/CAD IV |
3 |
In Person |
Yearly—Spring |
Drafting Parametric Using SolidWorks |
3 |
In Person |
Yearly—Summer |
Drafting Mechanical V/CAD V |
3 |
In Person |
Yearly—Spring |
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing |
3 |
In Person |
Summer 2007
Summer 2008
Summer 2009
Summer 2010 |
Intro Current Manufacturing Trends |
3 |
In Person |
Summer 2007
Spring 2010 |
General Physics I(General) |
4 |
In Person |
Summer 2008 |
Statics |
4 |
In Person |
Summer 2008 |
Kinematics |
3 |
In Person |
Summer 2008 |
Strength of Materials |
4 |
In Person |
Summer 2009 |
Machine Elements |
3 |
In Person |
Summer 2009 |
Tool Design Basic |
3 |
In Person |
Summer 2010 |
Design Problems |
3 |
In Person |
Fall 2010 |
Manufacturing Processes and Applications |
4 |
In Person |
Fall 2010 |
General Studies Requirements (21 credits):
College Technical Mathematics 1A or College Technical Mathematics 1—3
credits
College Technical Mathematics 1B or College Technical Mathematics
1—2 credits
General Physics I—4 credits (See Schedule/Sequence
listed above)
Introduction to Psychology—3 credits
Introduction to Sociology or Economics—3 credits
Oral/Interpersonal Communication—3 credits
Written Communications—3 credits
Want more information?
•Submit your questions online.
•Email info@gotoltc.edu
•Call 1.888.GO TO LTC, Ext. 1109
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