Engineering Technology Specialized Associate Degree Program

Two-Year Associate in Specialized Technology (AST) Degree Program
Earn your specialized associate degree in Engineering Technology at our State College, Pennsylvania, campus

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Engineering Technology Specialized Associate Degree Program

Two-Year Associate in Specialized Technology (AST) Degree Program
Earn your specialized associate degree in Engineering Technology at our State College, Pennsylvania, campus

Earn your specialized degree in just 2 years
Accredited by ACCSC
Licensed by the PA Department of Education, Department of Private Licensed Schools

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What You Need to Know About Our Engineering Technology AST Degree

Engineering is what has built so much of our modern society — from our homes to our office buildings to our roads and bridges. None of it is possible without the design and planning of architectural, civil, industrial, and mechanical engineers, and none of those teams work without the engineering technologists and technicians who provide vital support. From data to design, engineering technicians make it possible for projects to go from concept to reality. At South Hills School of Business & Technology, we can prepare you to step into this in-demand field in just two years with our Associate in Specialized Technology Degree in Engineering Technology.

South Hills recognizes the value of practical application and experience, which is why we use real-world examples and training in the technical skills you will need to succeed. Your experienced, professional instructors will teach you about:

Designing using computer-aided design (CAD) software
Exhibiting competence in applying industry standards and codes
Accurately measuring using a variety of precision measuring instruments in the architectural, civil, and mechanical engineering fields
Creating technical documents, estimates, and proposals
Identifying, analyzing, and solving broadly defined engineering technology problems
Conferring with supervising engineers in the preparing and finalizing of plans
Understanding different materials and the science behind their usage

Internship:

We include a 12-week internship with one of our partner employers as part of your program, so you will have the opportunity to put what you’ve learned to work.

The AST degree program at South Hills is designed to help apply your new skills to entry-level engineering technician or technologist in a wide variety of engineering areas, including:

Mechanical, which focuses on the designing, development, building, and testing of mechanical devices
Civil, which focuses on the design, construction and maintenance of infrastructure projects
Architectural, which focuses on the planning and designing of houses, factories, buildings, and more

A successful ET student…

Is technologically inclined
Has strong math skills
Has strong science skills

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Why You Should Choose South Hills?

South Hills School of Business & Technology has been in the business of helping our students gain the specialized career skills they need for over 50 years. We know that we can help you, too, as you prepare for your future career. Here are just a few reasons why:

Professional development.

You’ll learn to develop innovative engineering solutions while you problem-solve independently and as part of a team.

Small class sizes.

Keeping our student-to-faculty ratios low ensures you receive the kind of one-on-one attention and mentorship you need to succeed.

Experienced instructors.

Our instructors are working professionals with up-to-date experience in every facet of the industry.

Real-world job insights.

A second-year internship gives you critical exposure to the field of your choice.

The Outlook for Engineering Technology Jobs and Careers

The Engineering Technology program at South Hills is designed to prepare you for entry-level jobs like:

Civil CAD Drafter
CNC Programmer
Materials Technician
Estimator

Field Surveying Technician
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Architectural Drafter

The field of engineering technology is expected to see steady growth throughout the next decade according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, although the exact amount of varies depending which area of engineering you’re interested in. Job opportunities for civil, architectural, and mechanical engineering techs are expected to grow about 4-6% through 2030 and add thousands of jobs.

With a specialized associate degree in engineering technology, you lay the foundation to increase your opportunities for success.

Internship:

We include a 12-week internship with one of our partner employers as part of your program, so you’ll have the opportunity to put what you’ve learned to work. Previous ET internship locations have included:

A Closer Look at Our Engineering Technology Classes

The Associate of Specialized Technology Degree in Engineering Technology at South Hills is an on-campus program that features small class sizes and more opportunities for individualized attention.

Credits:

This AST degree program consists of 132 credits that can be completed in just 2 years. It includes courses like: Materials Science, Mechanical CAD, Building Codes, Architectural CAD 1, Civil Design & more....

You can see the full breakdown of the courses you will take, including descriptions, in our course catalog.