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Apr 06, 2025
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Fall 2025 - Summer 2026 Academic Catalog
Mechanical Technology A.A.S.
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School: Mathematics, Science and Engineering
Academic Dept: Engineering
HEGIS: 5315
Important Note about Program Requirements
The requirements listed below are for students entering into this program from Fall 2025 to Summer 2026. Students who entered the program during a prior semester will find their specific requirements listed in the Catalog under which they entered. Archived Catalogs are accessible through the dropdown menu above.
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Program Description
The Mechanical Technology A.A.S. program at SUNY Westchester Community College prepares students to excel in today’s advanced manufacturing and engineering fields. With access to a state-of-the-art CAD lab and fully equipped mechanical labs, students gain hands-on experience in both design and production. The curriculum covers engineering drawing interpretation, CNC programming, 3D printing, and industrial maintenance, all taught by industry-experienced faculty. Through projects and real-world applications, students graduate ready to enter the workforce in roles involving manufacturing, product design, and technical engineering support. Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Students will be able to design engineering related parts and projects.
- Students will be able to analyze engineering designs.
- Students will be able to design and construct parts using 3D printing and CNC technology.
- Students will be able to review and evaluate designs.
- Students will be able to read and interpret technical information.
- Students will be able to work as a team.
Program Requirements
63 credits are required for the degree: - General Education - 24 credits
- Required Degree Courses - 39 credits
General Education Requirements - 24 Credits - Communication - Written and Oral (3 credits): ENG 101 - Writing and Research
- Humanities (3 credits): ENG 102 - Writing and Literature
- Mathematics (and Quantitative Reasoning) (8 credits): MATH 131 - College Algebra and MATH 161 - Precalculus (Functions & Coordinate Geometry)
- Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) (4 credits): PHYSC 111 - College Physics 1 - Lecture, Lab & Workshop
- Diversity: Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice OR Social Sciences (3 credits): choose from ANTHR 101 - Cultural Anthropology , HSERV 200 - Diversity and Social Justice , SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology , SOC 101H - Introduction to Sociology - Honors , OR SOC 102 - Sociology of Families
- The Arts, World Languages OR World History and Global Awareness (3 credits): choose from any category, The Arts , World Languages OR World History/Global Awareness
Where specific courses are not listed within the categories above, courses must be selected from the list of all General Education Courses . Required Degree Courses - 39 credits Program Map
The program map is a recommended semester-by-semester schedule of courses based on degree requirements and serve as a general guideline to help students complete their program in two years. Although designed for full-time enrollment, these are easily adaptable for part-time study. For additional, individualized guidance, students should review Degree Works and consult an Academic Counselor or Faculty Advisor to ensure they are on track to complete their program.
Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Minimum Total Credits: 63Career Opportunities
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