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Associate of Applied Science
Blue Ridge Community College
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Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology
Associate of Applied ScienceAssociate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology
Blue Ridge Community College
This program is included in: Fast Forward
The A.A.S. degree program in Engineering Technology is designed for people who seek employment or professional development in the area of mechanical engineering technology. Technical electives can be selected to suit the student's specific career objectives. Possible occupations for graduates: engineering assistant, mechanical engineer technician, industrial engineer technician, quality control technician, material testing technician, and technical salesperson.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | Fall start is strongly recommended, but not required. |
| Doing More With Your Degree | This applied program has a pathway toward a bachelor's degree program https://www.brcc.edu/services/advising/transfer/agreements-degree/ |
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Program Credit Requirements
Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | SDV 100, College Success Skills, will be granted to all students who have completed an associate degree or baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. BRCC will award applicable transfer credit for courses completed at other post-secondary educational institutions, provided certain criteria are met. Students should complete the Transcript Evaluation Request form to start the evaluation process. https://www.brcc.edu/admissions/transferring-credits/ |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | BRCC will award applicable transfer credit for courses completed at other post-secondary educational institutions, provided certain criteria are met. Students should complete the Transcript Evaluation Request form to start the evaluation process. https://www.brcc.edu/admissions/transferring-credits/ |
| Credit for Prior Learning | https://www.brcc.edu/admissions/transferring-credits/credit-for-prior-learning/ |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | What can you do with a BRCC degree or certificate? Guarantee transfer to a great 4-year school, fix cars or planes, take care of people or animals, and so MUCH more! |
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Mechatronics Technician Specialization | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Energy Specialization | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology Degree | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology Degree Mechatronics Specialization | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Bridgewater College | Engineering - BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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| 17-3027.01 | Automotive Engineering Technicians | Assist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and plan and carry out tests on experimental test devices or equipment for performance, durability, or efficiency. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-3027.00 | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
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