Cert in Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General

This certificate readies students for beginner technical jobs at high-tech plants, in distribution, and in engineering research labs. It aligns with the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council's Certified Production Technician credential. The six required courses, covering electronics, CAD, safety and quality assurance, are the core classes of the Associate of Science in Engineering Technology, so the work carries over into that degree. Applicants who have finished high school can enroll, and earlier coursework from regionally accredited schools may give a head start. The college presents itself as an affordable choice, with modest class sizes and faculty who offer individual attention. The program belongs to the Business, Industry, Technology, Manufacturing pathway, where an advisor and a pathway navigator help students plan their studies. A degree checklist lets students track progress, and the college catalog lists course descriptions and specific requirements.