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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Manufacturing
Engineering
Careers
Technology
Job Outlook
Overall employment of engineering technicians
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is expected to grow seven percent between 2006
anufacturing engineer- studies and analyze production and 2016, about as fast as the average for all
occupations. Competitive pressures will force
ing technicians use the costs. They may work with com- companies to improve and update manufactur-
principles and theories puter numerically controlled ing facilities and product designs, resulting in
more jobs for engineering technicians. Growth
of science, engineering and math- systems in industries like plastics of engineering technician employment in
some design functions may be dampened by
ematics to solve technical problems and metalworking. increasing globalization of the development
in research and development, process. However, much of the work of engi-
Manufacturing engineering tech- neering technicians requires on-site presence,
manufacturing, sales, construc- so demand for engineering technicians within
nicians help engineers design,
tion, inspection and maintenance. the U.S. should continue to grow-particularly
develop, test and manufacture in the environmental, civil, and industrial
Their work is more practically specialties. Because engineering technicians
industrial machinery, mechani- work closely with engineers, employment of
oriented than that of scientists
cal parts and other equipment. engineering technicians is often influenced by
and engineers. Many engineering the same local and national economic condi-
They make sketches and rough tions that affect engineers. As a result, the
technicians assist engineers and sci- employment outlook varies with industry and
layouts, record data, make compu-
entists, especially in research and specialization.
tations, analyze results and write
development. Others work in qual-
reports. When planning produc- Earnings
ity control – inspecting products Median annual earnings in May 2006 of engi-
tion, mechanical engineering
and processes, conducting tests or neering technicians by specialty are shown in
technicians prepare layouts and the following tabulation. Aerospace engineering
collecting data. In manufacturing, and operations technicians $53,300. Electrical
drawings of the assembly process and electronic engineering technicians 50,660.
they may assist in product design Industrial engineering technicians 46,810.
and of parts to be manufactured.
and development, process design Mechanical engineering technicians 45,850.
They estimate labor costs, equip- Electro-mechanical technicians 44,720. Civil
or production. engineering technicians 40,560. Environmental
ment life and plant space. Some
engineering technicians 40,560.
Manufacturing engineering tech- test and inspect machines and
nicians study the efficient use of equipment in manufacturing Related Careers
• Automation engineering technology
personnel, materials and machines departments or work with engi-
• Electronic engineering technology
in factories, stores, repair shops neers to eliminate production • Welding technology
and offices. They prepare layouts problems.
of machinery and equipment, plan
the flow of work, make statistical
Real Education. Real Jobs. A Real Future.
1 (800) 995-LCCC
www.lorainccc.edu
Manufacturing Engineering About Lorain County
Community College
Technology Careers Lorain County Community College is one of Ohio’s
leading colleges delivering distance learning education
via the Internet. The College has expanded its delivery
Educational Opportunities in Associate of Applied Science in Manufacturing
of its programs and services through the opening of
Manufacturing Engineering Engineering Technology – Mechanical Design the Learning Center at St. Joseph Community Center
This program provides students with the knowl-
Technology at LCCC in Lorain, the LCCC Wellington Center, Lorain County
edge and cognitive skills necessary for the com- Growth Partnership in downtown Elyria and the Midpoint
Certificate of Proficiency in Manufacturing petent performance as an entry-level mechanical Campus Center in Brunswick. Partnerships with Lorain
Engineering Technology – Computer Aided drafter/designer or computer-aided design opera- County’s K-12 school districts have also led to important
Design Operator tor. This program may be completed in two years, developments for the community. More than 1300
This program provides students with the knowl- if taken on a full-time basis. Many students choose high school students participate in the Post Secondary
edge and cognitive skills necessary for the compe- Enrollment Options program by enrolling in LCCC classes,
to study on a part-time basis. Students in the
tent performance as an entry-level CAD operator. making LCCC the state’s largest community college
associate of applied science in manufacturing engi- provider of PSEO. More than 35 percent of Lorain County’s
This program may be completed in one year, if neering technology – mechanical design program top high school graduates choose to attend LCCC.
taken on a full-time basis. Many students choose complete courses in computer-aided design, math,
to study on a part-time basis. Students in the cer- LCCC is one of Ohio’s fastest growing colleges because of
technology, computer-aided machining, engineer-
tificate of proficiency in manufacturing engineer- the variety of learning opportunities it provides. Students
ing mechanics, English, physics, electronics and can choose from more than 80 educational programs.
ing technology – computer aided design operator quality assurance. Students can complete the first half — and sometimes
program complete courses in computer-aided more — of a bachelor’s degree. The University Partnership
design, math, technology, computer-aided machin- Associate of Applied Science in Manufacturing brings eight universities to the LCCC campus offering
ing, English and quality assurance. Engineering Technology – Quality Assurance 37 bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. With the
This program provides students with the knowl- University Partnership at LCCC, the College partners with
Certificate of Proficiency in Manufacturing edge and cognitive skills necessary for the comput- the state’s finest universities to bring the best in bachelor’s
Engineering Technology – Computer Aided and master’s degree programs right to the LCCC campus.
er proficiencies as an entry-level quality technician.
Machining Operator Students can earn degrees that get them jobs immediately.
This program may be completed in two years, if Students can upgrade, retrain and improve current life
This program provides students with the knowl- taken on a full-time basis. Many students choose skills. Students can learn in the classroom, at home and
edge, skills and competencies in programming, to study on a part-time basis. Students in the over the Internet.
set-up and operating CNC machines in a manu- associate of applied science in manufacturing engi-
facturing setting. This program may be completed LCCC offers a complete college experience. We understand
neering technology – quality assurance program that there’s more to college life than attending classes. We
in one year, if taken on a full-time basis. Many complete courses in computer-aided design, math, offer many of the programs, sports, and activities available
students choose to study on a part-time basis. quality assurance, technology, English, physics, at large four-year universities and colleges. But, students
Students in the certificate of proficiency in manu- computer-aided machining and electronics. will not have to stand in line behind juniors and seniors
facturing engineering technology – computer in the classroom, on the playing field, or in leadership
aided machining operator program complete positions. Students can immediately act in a play, sing in a
Other Educational
courses in computer-aided design, math, technol- musical group, serve as editor for the college newspaper,
ogy, computer-aided machining, English and qual-
Opportunities in Engineering plan social activities, compete on the playing field, or set
ity assurance. Technology at LCCC policy as a student government member.
• Certificate of proficiency in electronic In addition to providing a great education for those who
Certificate of Proficiency in Manufacturing engineering technology – computer enter college with aspirations of a degree, LCCC helps
Engineering Technology – Quality Control maintenance and networking those who have changed their career goals, who want to
This program provides students with the knowl- broaden their horizons, and who want to return to work.
• Associate of applied science in automation
LCCC provides learning and training for those who want
edge and cognitive skills required to work as qual- engineering technology – maintenance/repair to move up but find they need new or improved skills for
ity-control inspectors. Graduates may assist quality • Associate of applied science in automation the kind of professional opportunities they seek.
engineers in basic engineering and statistical pro- engineering technology – systems specialist
cess control charting. This program may be com- LCCC faculty is recognized locally and nationally for
• Associate of applied science in electronic their work as professors and in other areas. They all
pleted in one year, if taken on a full-time basis. engineering technology – applied electronics have advanced degrees and real-world experience and
Many students choose to study on a part-time understand their primary responsibility at LCCC is to teach
• Associate of applied science in electronic
basis. Students in the certificate of proficiency in engineering technology – computer classes. Classes are small. Individual attention is plentiful.
manufacturing engineering technology – quality maintenance and networking An LCCC education, prepares students for real jobs and
control program complete courses in compute-
• Associate of applied science in welding real futures. To find out more, call (800) 995-LCCC or
aided design, math, quality assurance, technology visit LCCC’s Connections Center, the Learning Center
technology
and English. at St. Joseph Community Center in Lorain, the LCCC
Learning Center in Wellington, the Lorain County Growth
Educational Opportunities
Associate of Applied Science in Manufacturing Partnership in downtown Elyria or the Midpoint Campus
Engineering Technology – Computer Aided through LCCC’s University Center in Brunswick for all of your enrollment service needs,
Machining Partnership including admissions, registration, advising and counseling.
This program prepares students with the knowl-
University of Akron
edge, skills and hands-on experience needed to
program, set up and operate computer numeri- Bachelor of Science in Automated
cally controlled (CNC) machines, specifically the Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Machining and Turning Center. This program Many manufacturing companies in Ohio and
may be completed in two years, if taken on a full- nationwide are providing career opportunities
time basis. Many students choose to study on a for highly trained professionals in the field of
part-time basis. Students in the associate of applied production supervision and management, quality
science in manufacturing engineering technology assurance, production control, manufacturing,
– computer aided machining program complete and plant engineering — all positions filled by
courses in computer-aided design, English, math, graduates of The University of Akron’s bachelor of
technology, computer-aided machining, quality science in automated manufacturing engineering
assurance, physics and electronics. technology program. Companies want and need
technically qualified people to help them compete 1005 N Abbe Road
at the highest possible levels of quality and pro- Elyria, OH 44035
ductivity in today’s extremely competitive world www.lorainccc.edu
marketplace.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, ETL-03-1020
Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2007-08 Edition, on the 12/08
Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco. 1M
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