Mechanical Engineering Technology Certificate (teach-out only)
Welcome to the Program Page dedicated to the Mechanical Engineering Technology Certificate! This page is designed to give an overview of your pathway based on your starting quarter. Click on one of the desired tabs below to view the course schedule. This information may be subject to change at any time without notice. Please contact your adviser for more information regarding the courses.
Bookstore Information
Information regarding the materials can be found at the RTC bookstore
Links to an external site.. Just fill in the course information and you will be set!
The bookstore has what you need in regards to materials so be sure to check it out! It is always better to be prepared than to wait last second to buy your materials!
General Overview
When can I start? Fall (September) [preferred] or Winter (January)
How long is the program? 3 quarters (9 months) with 33 credits
When do classes meet? Class times are different each quarter, but you should be available Monday through Thursday between 8 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.
The Mechanical Engineering Technology certificate is a specialty option within our computer drafting program - you will learn how to draw and model machine parts, including the use of SolidWorks software.
Note: This program does not teach you how to be a mechanical engineer. That job usually requires a four-year bachelor degree.
What does a mechanical drafter do?
What is the average salary?
$63,660 annually Links to an external site. in the Seattle-Bellevue-Tacoma area. Most mechanical drafters earn at least $47,010; there is a wide salary range. As you gain experience and promotions you will earn more.
Who can I contact with questions?
- New students, please visit our Zoom lobby (Links to an external site.) to talk with someone by video chat, or e-mail our advising department.
- For current students, please visit RTC's advising page (Links to an external site and look for the faculty counselor assigned to Mechanical Engineering.
Overall Materials Needed:
- Access to a functioning laptop or computer (you may use computers in the RTC Library or Learning Resource Center)
- Working internet connection
- Textbooks and software (approximately $350)
- USB drive or external hard drive, at least 500GB ($50)
Materials Warning
Some materials on this page are listed as TBD, which means that the materials have yet to be determined. Please consult your instructor on what textbooks or materials are required for the class. If you rent a textbook, make sure you return it by the deadline. If you purchase a textbook, you can sell it back to the RTC bookstore -- but make sure that you won't need the book again for classes in the future!
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