Associate Degree in Engineering Technology
Hesston College
Key Information
Campus location
Hesston, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 31,368 / per year
Application deadline
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Introduction
Engineering technology graduates apply their knowledge and practices to the solution of specific technical and standard design problems. All engineering technology programs focus on application and practice with a balance of theory and laboratory experience.
Majoring in engineering technology
- At Hesston College, engineering is greater than just classwork. Students learn the design principles necessary to succeed in the field. Students have helped build solar ovens and robots and improved the efficiency of the college.
- Hesston College has well-equipped science laboratories including wireless, computerized data-gathering equipment in the physics lab. Computer programs, including Mathematica, allow you to graph and analyze your data electronically and see the data online.
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Curriculum
First Year Fall Program Courses
- General Chemistry I
- Computer Programming I
- Intro to Engineering
Recommended Courses
- First-Year Seminar
- College Writing I
- Lifetime Fitness and Wellness
Spring Program Courses
- Precalculus Mathematics
- Engineering Graphics
Recommended Courses
- College Writing II
- Speech Communication
- Biblical Literature
- Humanities Course
Second Year Fall Program Courses
- College Physics I
- Calculus I
Recommended Courses
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Responsibility Course
- Elective
Spring Program Courses
- College Physics II
- Calculus II
- Statics
Recommended Courses
- Integration Course
Admissions
Program Outcome
In order to successfully compete for technology positions, students should strive to achieve the following twelve practices of excellence.
- Demonstrate high personal standards
- Maintain a positive outlook
- Take personal responsibility for all you do
- Be decisive and persistent
- Demonstrate urgency and a sense of imperative
- Be a team player — cooperate and collaborate
- Ask questions and be curious
- Be service and result oriented
- Pursue self-development and keep learning
- Communicate effectively — verbally and in writing
- Promote new ideas — share your knowledge, time, and skills
- Be there every time and on time
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
The Occupational Outlook Handbook from the Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts an overall 17 percent growth rate in computer occupations for 2012-22. Since the Hesston College Engineering Technology program provides a common core of knowledge used in these occupations, you will be well prepared to continue on to a four-year degree in any of the following fields/ occupations:
- Research and development
- Product design
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Acoustics
- Vehicle engineering
- Thermal systems
English Language Requirements
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