Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology

Associate of Applied Science
Blue Ridge Community College

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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.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Blue Ridge Community College within your first year
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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Related Programs & Certifications
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Engineering Assistant
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
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Career Studies Certificate in Senior Engineering Assistant
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Certifications You Can Now Complete
Manufacturing Specialist
Program Credit Requirements
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What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
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/
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Blue Ridge Community College
College Level Information
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
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
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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
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Mechatronics Technician SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Energy SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology DegreeAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology Degree Mechatronics SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Bridgewater CollegeEngineering - BSBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
17-3027.01Automotive Engineering TechniciansAssist 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
17-3027.00Mechanical Engineering Technologists and TechniciansApply 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
Cost To Complete
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