Career Opportunities

Graduates will find jobs in the design of products in industry and for service providers, agriculture and food processors, and government agencies. Opportunities exist in sales and marketing of new products that require original design. Graduates work as design technicians, design drafters, product designers, and project leaders. Additional opportunities exist in patent development, product research and development, and a variety of jobs associated with market development. Specialty career paths may lie with loss management, safety and health issues, and environmental responses. The need for reverse engineering and adaptive redesign in foreign markets will result in a demand for design personnel.

Recommended High School Subjects

Algebra II, geometry, pre-calculus, art and science (physics) courses are recommended but not required. Drafting and CAD skills are helpful. Computer experience is desirable. Following a Career and Technical program of study curriculum would be a distinct advantage.

Special Equipment Needs

See the tools section of the program website for information about downloading CAD software and necessary computer specifications.

Laptop Computer Required

• Windows 11 or higher (recommended).
• 64-bit, 3.0 GHz or greater, 4 or more cores (Intel or AMD) (required).
• 16+ GB RAM (required); 32+ GB RAM (recommended).
• 250+ GB Solid State Disk (SSD) Drive (recommended).
• 1 GB GPU minimum Graphics Card (required); 4 GB GPU (recommended).
• Laptop must include a webcam and microphone (required).
• Laptop must include a wireless network card (required).
• Broadband Internet connection when working off campus (required).
• Additional plug-ins may be required (Information Technology Services Service Desk available for assistance).
• Chromebooks and other devices running Chrome OS are prohibited.

Remediation Strategies

All incoming students must meet placement requirements in math. Students are expected to remediate any deficiencies as explained in the College Catalog (see https://www.pct.edu/catalog/admissions-policy).

Transfer Procedures

This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/admissions/transfer/Transferring-Credits). Exceptions must be approved the school dean.

Program Goals

• select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of engineering design technology to broadly defined engineering design technology activities.
• select and apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering design technology problems that require the
  application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies.
• conduct standard tests and measurements; conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments; and apply experimental results to improve processes.
• design systems, components, or processes for broadly defined engineering design technology problems.
• function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.
• identify, analyze, and solve broadly defined engineering design technology problems.
• communicate effectively regarding broadly defined engineering design technology activities.
• understand the need for and engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
• demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity.
• understand the impact of engineering design technology solutions in a societal and global context.
• exhibit a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.