Engineering Technology
OVERVIEW
Engineering Technology is the common thread that weaves itself throughout the manufacturing process. Technicians are involved in all phases of manufacturing from initial concept designs and data research to manufacturing of the final product. They provide support and assistance to engineers, architects, designers, and manufacturers by using modern technology to help design and manufacture a product and bring that produce to market. Graduates gain the skills and hands-on experience needed to compete for good paying jobs in aerospace, maritime, automotive, medical manufacturing and many other industries.
RELATED PROGRAMS
For information about related programs, visit the Manufacturing & Engineering Technology page.
MORE INFO
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Academic Program
Olympic College offers two specialization options for the Engineering Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS): Technical Design or Manufacturing Machining.
If you enjoy tinkering with gadgets, either actual hands-on or in a digital computerized world, and otherwise enjoy bringing ideas to life, Engineering Technology may be for you.
Ron Raty, Technical Design Faculty
learn in-demand skills
Our Engineering Technology program gives you the skills and hands-on experience to prepare you for jobs in the fast-growing aerospace, maritime, and high-tech manufacturing industries.
Engineering Technicians can find employment in all branches of the planning, design, and manufacturing industries.
Faculty Advisors
The Engineering Technology faculty provides a range of scheduling options to meet the needs of full-time and part-time students and those who need day, evening or distance classes.
In addition, “We are highly sensitive to the differential needs and learning styles of our students and utilize a variety of perspectives and pedagogical styles so that both traditional and nontraditional students will find a comfortable and safe learning environment in our classes.”
Every student is assigned an advising team consisting of your Student Success Coach and Faculty Advisor. Your Faculty Advisor is determined once you decide on your specific academic program. The following professors are the advisors for Engineering Technology.
Academic Division
Engineering Technology is part of the Manufacturing & Trades Division. Visit the division webpage for more info, including support resources and services, and contact info for division staff and the dean. The division office can assist you with:
- Advising
- Connecting with faculty
- Finding campus resources
- Support for procedural processes such as a grade appeal or student complaint.