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2022-2023 College Catalog 
    
2022-2023 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Mechanical Engineering Technology (956) Associate of Applied Science Degree for Students Attending Part-Time


Purpose: Mechanical Engineering Technology is a great fit for students who want to take a hands-on approach to mechanical engineering. Mechanical Engineering Technologists participate in the design, development, testing, and manufacturing of industrial machinery, consumer products, engines, and other equipment. Thomas Nelson’s Mechanical Engineering Technology associate of applied science program emphasizes the application of scientific and engineering principles. The curriculum is grounded in math, science, and engineering principles with practical lessons in computer-aided drawing and design, composite materials, hydraulics, and other technical areas.

Course Offering: Primarily at the Hampton Campus both daytime and evening. Some classes are offered in distance learning and hybrid format.

Special Notes: This program articulates to Old Dominion University. Courses in this program include calculus and chemistry and provide the prerequisites for the junior level in a bachelor’s degree program.

 

Semester Total Credits 6


Semester Total Credits 7


Summer I


Semester Total Credits 6


Semester Total Credits 7


Semester Total Credits 7


Summer II


Semester Total Credits 6


Semester Total Credits 7


Semester Total Credits 6


Semester Total Credits 3


Semester Total Credits 7/8


Semester Total Credits 5/6


Total Minimum Credits 67/69


Program Information (STEM)


For additional information about this program visit the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics webpage, stop by room 321 Hastings Hall, phone 757-825-2898, or email stemoffice@vpcc.edu