This program prepares students who are currently employed in the engineering technology field as well as those without prior work experience to develop the skills and knowledge required of technicians in a variety of engineering settings.
The first semester is the same for all students in this program. The first semester is designed to provide all students with a firm foundation for the study of engineering technology. After the first semester, students select an area of concentration from one of the following fields: Drafting or Electronics.
Students in Drafting will learn how to use a variety of software tools to develop complete drawing packages for engineering or architectural designs.
This degree program prepares students who are currently employed in the engineering technology field as well as those without prior work experience to develop the skills and knowledge required of technicians in a variety of engineering settings.
The first semester is the same for all students in this program. The first semester is designed to provide all students with a firm foundation for the study of engineering technology. After the first semester, students select an area of concentration from one of the following fields: Electronics, Robotics, or Drafting.
This certificate option meets the requirements of new technicians working in an engineering environment. Students develop competencies in general engineering technology skills and study related subjects necessary to develop a sound foundation. Upon completion of the certificate, graduates may choose to continue their studies to earn the degree in Engineering Technology.
No prior experience in engineering technology is required. The credits in this program count towards completion of the Engineering Technology, AAS degree with a few stipulations: ELT-1020 is only required in the Electronics area of concentration, and DFT-1370 is only required for the Robotics and Drafting areas of concentration.
Graduates will be prepared for positions requiring computer-aided drafting competencies. Typically, such positions support the work of architects, builders, mechanical and civil engineers, manufacturers and other technical professionals.
The program is open to individuals with no previous drafting experience. Students will complete courses in computer-aided drafting and writing and will select three credits of elective coursework. The credits in this program count towards completion of the Engineering Technology, AAS degree, Drafting area of concentration.
This coursework will prepare students for employment as entry-level drafting technicians in positions requiring preparation of detailed technical drawings made with drawing instruments or by application of computer techniques.
No prior experience in drafting or computer technology is required. The credits in this program count towards completion of the Drafting Certificate and also the Engineering Technology, AAS degree, Drafting area of concentration.
Graduates of the basic certificate program work as entry-level technicians under the direct supervision of experienced electronics technicians, scientists, and engineers. Graduates will understand the fundamentals of AC and DC circuit theory and will be familiar with a variety of common semiconductor devices and fundamental electronic circuits. Students will be able to operate electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, generators, and both analog and digital multimeters. Students will be able to construct and analyze many important circuits using breadboarding techniques.
This program is open to students with no previous experience in electronics. Students are encouraged to take the mathematics placement test prior to enrolling in the program. The credits in this program count towards completion of the Engineering Technology, AAS degree in the Electronics area of concentration.
The CSM Talons Robotics Team is a group of students who are passionate about designing, building, and programming robots to compete for awards.
The Talons are widely known for their success at the World Vex Competitions.
CSM has the following scholarship opportunities for the Engineering Technology program:
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