Degree: Associate in Applied Science
Degree Program: General Engineering Technology
Program Coordinator: Alan Fairbanks, OTC-1104A, Ext. 209
Major: General Engineering Technology
Length: Four-semester (two-year) program

Purpose: The Associate in Applied Science Degree curriculum is designed to provide a broad base of mathematics, science, and engineering knowledge which will prepare a graduate to enter the technical work force upon graduation. Entry, after two years, would be at the Engineering Assistant level. The graduate would have knowledge in areas of Engineering Technology such as engineering materials, design drafting, thermodynamics, engineering mechanics, testing, quality control, precision measurement, electronics, and data processing.

Note: This program is designed to pre pare the student for immediate employment upon graduation in Engineering Technology in such fields as mechanical, manufacturing, industrial, civil, aerospace, or a related field. The student should discuss with a VHCC Counselor or Program Advisor his/her goals prior to en try in the program.

Occupational Objectives:
Engineering Assistant
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Industrial Engineering Technician
Quality Control Technician
Material Testing Technician
Technical Salesperson

Admission Requirements: In addition to the general college requirements, the student should have three units of mathematics including two units of algebra and one unit of geometry or equivalent. Deficiencies in this area could be satisfied by taking developmental mathematics courses at VHCC prior to acceptance into the program (pre-entrance summer semester recommended.) It is also strongly recommended the student has taken and passed a course in a physical science with a laboratory.

Program Requirements: The curriculum in General Engineering Technology is a two year curriculum combining a basic core of engineering technology courses. These courses are drawn from the fields of mechanical, industrial, civil, and electronic technology. The first year basically includes studies in mathematics, English, graphics, and general courses. Although the first year contains some engineering technology courses each semester, the second year is composed almost exclusively of engineering technology and science courses. Students are expected to plan their work/study responsibilities to permit adequate time for necessary preparation and course work in this very sequentially structured program.