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Most employers prefer to hire candidates with associate’s degrees or other postsecondary training in mechanical engineering technology. Prospective engineering technicians should take as many science and math courses as possible while in high school.
EducationMechanical engineering technicians typically need an associate’s degree or a certificate from a community college or vocational–technical school. Community colleges offer programs similar to those in technical institutes but include more theory-based and liberal arts coursework and programs. Community colleges typically award an associate’s degree. Vocational–technical schools include postsecondary public institutions that emphasize training needed by local employers. Students who complete these programs typically receive a diploma or certificate.
ABET accredits associate’s programs in relevant fields of study, such as mechanical engineering technology.
Completing an associate’s degree in mechanical engineering technology opens the way to studying for a bachelor’s degree.
High school students interested in becoming mechanical engineering technicians should take classes in math, science, and computer skills. Courses that help students develop skills working with their hands also are valuable, because these technicians build what mechanical engineers design.
Important QualitiesCommunication skills. Mechanical engineering technicians must be able to clearly understand and follow instructions or, if they do not understand, ask their supervisors to explain. They must be able to clearly explain, both orally and in writing, the need for changes in designs or test procedures.
Creativity. Mechanical engineering technicians help mechanical engineers bring their plans and designs to life. Doing so often requires helping the engineer to overcome problems that might not have been anticipated.
Detail oriented. Mechanical engineering technicians must make precise measurements and keep accurate records for mechanical engineers.
Math skills. Mechanical engineering technicians use mathematics for analysis, design, and troubleshooting in their work.
Mechanical skills. Mechanical engineering technicians must apply theory and instructions from engineers by making new components for industrial machinery or equipment. They may need to be able to operate machinery such as drill presses, grinders, and engine lathes.
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Gender
Male
82.0%Female
17.1%Unknown
0.9%Ethnicity
White
78.9%Hispanic or Latino
11.7%Asian
7.5%Unknown
1.4%Black or African American
0.6%Languages Spoken
Spanish
42.9%German
9.5%French
7.1%Italian
7.1%Vietnamese
4.8%Mandarin
4.8%Portuguese
2.4%Indonesian
2.4%Czech
2.4%Chinese
2.4%Filipino
2.4%Cantonese
2.4%Braille
2.4%Russian
2.4%Polish
2.4%Thai
2.4%Fabrication Technician
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Schools
University of Phoenix
13.8%Piedmont Technical College
11.5%Arizona State University
6.9%American InterContinental University
5.7%Baker College
4.6%University of Massachusetts - Lowell
4.6%University of Louisiana at Lafayette
4.6%Tri-County Technical College
4.6%Oregon State University
4.6%University of New Mexico
4.6%ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
3.4%Central Georgia Technical College
3.4%Ohio University -
3.4%Butler County Community College
3.4%Central Piedmont Community College
3.4%Oregon Institute of Technology
3.4%Wake Technical Community College
3.4%Moorpark College
3.4%Pellissippi State Community College
3.4%Ashford University
3.4%Majors
Degrees
Other
39.3%Bachelors
23.9%Associate
22.6%Certificate
8.4%Masters
3.7%Diploma
1.4%License
0.3%Doctorate
0.3%Fabrication Technician
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