Engineering Graphics Program

Associate of Science Degree (A.S.)

Program Description

The Engineering Graphics program provides students with the general knowledge and specialty skills required for employment as an engineering graphics technologist. Graduates of the program are skilled in using standard industry software for generating 3-D computer models and 2-D drawings used for mechanical design and manufacturing, architectural design, construction, and facilities management. Students may choose to focus their study on either mechanical or architectural computer-aided design and drafting. Students gain extensive experience with a variety of CADD software packages through classroom instruction, and capstone and internship experiences.

Degree Objectives

Upon completion of the Engineering Graphics degree, students will:

• Be able to interpret 3-D computer models and 2-D drawing of mechanical parts and assemblies.
• Know how to interpret 3-D computer models and 2-D drawings of architectural designs, and construction and facilities management documents.
• Be able to use industry standard CADD software to generate 3-D models and 2-D drawings of mechanical parts and assemblies following industry standard practices.
• Know how to use industry standard CADD software to generate 3-D models and 2-D drawings of residential and commercial buildings, construction plans, and facilities management plans following industry standard practices.
• Communicate effectively in a professional environment.

Tim Olson
Chair - Division of Sciences
Department Head/Instructor
B.S., University of Minnesota
M.S., University of Minnesota
Ph.D, Montana State University

Email: tim_olson@skc.edu
Phone: 275-4900 ext. 4898

Location:

Michel Building