Associate of Applied Science│2 Years│65 Credits│Fond du Lac and West Bend Campuses│Eligible for Financial Aid
Statewide Median Salary for Recent Graduates: $50,113
Combine your design skills, math knowledge and mechanical aptitude and turn it into a career with the Mechanical Design Technology program at Moraine Park.
From designing products to preparation of models and drawings for all types of machines and manufacturing industries, mechanical designers assist engineers by developing designs for mechanical equipment using Computer Aided Design (CAD). The Mechanical Design Technology program prepares students for the field with hands-on CAD work, and an in-depth look at project and product development.
What You’ll Learn
Students in the Mechanical Design Technology courses learn about various materials used in design and manufacturing, and practice by developing models and finalizing designs. Coursework also includes die, mold, jig and fixture designing. Students become skilled at analyzing parts drawings and troubleshooting mechanical engineering issues. Graduates are proficient in the latest CAD software and are knowledgeable about Lean manufacturing and green sustainable technologies.
Graduates find jobs in a variety of manufacturing industries:
- Metal fabrication companies
- Industrial equipment manufacturers
- Paper equipment manufacturers
- Consumer product companies
- Recreational equipment firms
- Tool, die, metal stamping and mold-making companies
Potential careers include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Mechanical Designer
- Engineering Technician
- Design Technician
- Tool Designer
- Die Designer
- Mold Designer
- CAD Detailer
Course requirements are subject to change. Visit our catalog for up-to-date information.
| SEMESTER 1 | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| 103-159 | Computer Literacy – Microsoft Office | 1 |
| 606-175 | CAD 2-D, Introduction to AutoCAD | 1 |
| 617-114 | CAD 3-D SolidWorks | 3 |
| 617-123 | CAD 3-D, Advanced SolidWorks | 3 |
| 623-162 | Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| 804-195 | College Algebra with Applications | 3 |
| 890-101 | College 101 | 2 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| SEMESTER 2 | ||
| 606-116 | Machine Elements | 3 |
| 606-132 | Materials of Industry | 3 |
| 617-115 | Jig and Fixture Design | 3 |
| 801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
| 804-196 | Trigonometry with Applications | 3 |
| Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 18 | |
| SEMESTER 3 | ||
| 606-107 | Component Design | 4 |
| 606-112 | Integrated Manufacturing Planning – Mechanical Design | 2 |
| 606-128 | Design Statics | 3 |
| 623-196 | Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing | 3 |
| Communication Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| SEMESTER 4 | ||
| 606-111 | Integrated Manufacturing Production – Mechanical Design | 2 |
| 606-125 | Product Design | 4 |
| 606-130 | Strength of Materials | 3 |
| 617-149 | Tool Design | 4 |
| Social Science Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 65 | |
Moraine Park’s admissions starts with the online application. The admissions steps and financial aid process can take 6-8 weeks for some programs, so plan ahead.
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If you have any questions or need help with the process, please contact us at admissions@morainepark.edu OR 920-924-3200, TTY/VP:Use Relay VRS.
NOTE: This program requires minimum Accuplacer QAS or ACT Arithmetic scores to register for the algebra classes. After you have been admitted to the program, your advisor will help you understand what courses are appropriate for your next steps.
Tuition Costs
The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors such as total credits required, textbooks and the financial aid you receive. Some programs have additional costs such as uniforms, technology and equipment.
- $143.45 per credit (resident)
- $215.18 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.
- Please refer to the Tuition & Fee Information for additional enrollment fee information.
Additional Costs
- Books and supplies – $1,061
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Credits:
This program is also offered in a part-time evening format. Additional certificate offerings also available.
High school dual credit provides high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school, without leaving their high school classroom. The courses are taught by certified high school instructors using technical college curriculum, grading policies and textbooks.
Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? Applying previously earned credits to a program of study can save you both time spent in the classroom and money spent on tuition and fees.
Transferring here is easy! You can transfer in prior college work by submitting official college transcripts or get a free transcript review.
Financial Aid is provided to aid eligible associate degree and technical diploma programs with 28 credits or more. Processing can take 6-8 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received.
Our recruiters on any of the three campuses are ready to help you plan your future!