Piedmont Technical College

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All phases of manufacturing or construction require the conversion of new ideas and design concepts into the basic line language of graphics. Therefore, there are many areas (civil, mechanical, electrical, architectural and industrial) in which the skills of the CAD technicians play major roles in the design and development of new products or construction. Students prepare for actual work situations through practical training in a new state-of-the-art computer designed CAD laboratory using AutoCAD, and other advanced CAD software.

Specific skills mastered by Engineering Graphics Technology majors include the production of mechanical, architectural, electrical and civil drawings both with traditional drafting machines and state-of-the-art computer aided drafting (CAD) systems, and the selection and design of architectural and mechanical systems. The senior year includes advanced CAD techniques using solid modeling, wire frame and assembly techniques. Internship opportunities may also be available with local industries for senior EGT students.

This program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 71202.

Program Location: Greenwood

Scheduling Options: Day or Evening

Contact Information: Christina Knight

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Updated 4/18/2012

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Purpose Statement – Engineering Graphics Technology program prepares students for the highly skilled and technological workplace in engineering.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Utilize drafting practices and principles necessary to design and develop technical drawings.

2. Demonstrate creativity and critical thinking in the design and the development of technical drawings and applications.

3. Demonstrate a working knowledge base to effectively use CAD related software to produce technical drawings.

4. Apply the basic principles of science, mathematics, engineering, and technology to solve technical problems.

5. Conduct test and then understand and apply results.

6. Function effectively in a team environment including being aware of leadership and group dynamic issues.

7. Demonstrate effective communication skills including oral, written, and electronic means.

8. Understand the ethical, professional, and social responsibilities associated with engineering technology.

9. Recognize the need to engage in life-long learning whether through formal or informal means.

10. Demonstrate a respect for diversity and an understanding of professional, societal and global issues encountered in the engineering technology profession.

11. Demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Advisement Information

• Recent high school graduates should be asked if they have participated in Project Lead the Way.  If so, high school transcripts should be forwarded to Sandy Warner for possible exemption credit.

• EGR 101 is a new course starting spring 2012, specially designed for students who are enrolled in MAT 152, MAT 101 or MAT 102 and not yet able to begin engineering couresework requiring higher math.  It is a one credit hour (one contact hour) course for all engineering majors.

  Students who need MAT, ENG or RDG 032 courses as prerequisites should not enroll in EGT, EET or EGR courses.

• To enroll in EGR 130, students must have completed MAT 102 or have placement scores indicating readiness for MAT 110.

• Students will need to purchase a drafting kit (approx. $100). 

• Students will need to purchase a flash drive (1GB minimum).

• When students enter this program with Project Lead the Way course credit in high school, they may receive the following credit:

  PLTW High School Course         =               PTC Course  
  Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) =      EGT 152
  Principles of Engineering (POE) =                    EGR 130
  Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) =   CIM 131
  Civil Engineering  & Architectural (CEA) =      AET 101

Advisement information updated 10/27/2011