Engineering Technology
Certificate of Achievement Engineering Technology · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The Engineering Technology Certificate of Achievement indicates that students have acquired the fundamental skills needed for employment in technical positions in the design and manufacturing workplace. By completing the certificate requirements students acquire a foundation in math, chemistry, physics, engineering principles, drafting, engineering design, computer-aided design (CAD), computer aided manufacturing (CAM), computer numerical control (CNC) programming, manufacturing processes, electronics and the application of those concepts and tools in technical fields. Engineering technicians can expect to find employment as key members of an engineering/production team and be involved in the product development/production cycle at virtually any stage from research and development to quality assurance to customer support or technical sales.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Effectively express information regarding engineering technology activities and topics through speaking, writing, producing engineering drawings and diagrams, using digital media and other appropriate modes of communication/expression.
- Apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of their disciplines to narrowly defined engineering technology activities.
- Function competently in a laboratory setting, which includes working effectively in teams, making measurements, operating technical equipment, critically examining and properly reporting experimental results, and reflecting on their potential for process improvement.
- Utilize principles of mathematics and applied science, to perform technical calculations and solve technical problems of the types commonly encountered in engineering technician careers
- Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity.
- Engage in self-directed life-long learning, especially concerning maintenance and improvement of technical skills.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement (CA): | 18-20 | |
| EGTECH 10 | Introduction to Engineering Design/Graphics | 4 |
| EGTECH 12 | Principles of Engineering | 4 |
| EGTECH 16 | Computer Integrated Manufacturing - CNC Material Removal | 3 |
| Choose one: | 4-5 | |
| CHEM 10 | Introductory Chemistry | 4 |
| orCHEM 24A | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| Choose one: | 3-4 | |
| EGTECH 14 | Electronics for Engineering Technologists I | 3 |
| orEGTECH 30 | Introduction to Additive Manufacturing - 3D Printing | 4 |
| Choose one group: | 4 | |
| Group 1: | 4 | |
| PHYS 5 | The Ideas of Physics | 3 |
| PHYS 6 | The Ideas of Physics Laboratory | 1 |
| Group 2: | 4 | |
| PHYS 20A | Algebra/Trigonometry College Physics I | 4 |
| Any two courses: | 6-8 | |
| DRAFT 20 | Computer-Aided Drafting and Design | 4 |
| DRAFT 21 | Mechanical Design I | 3 |
| DRAFT 41 | Mechanical Design and Drafting II | 4 |
| DRAFT 43 | Advanced CAD Modeling and Applications | 3 |
| DRAFT 78 | Advanced Mechanical Design Applications | 4 |
| Total | 28-32 | |
Other Information
Manufacturing, Industrial Design, and Transportation
Local Program (Major) Code: L166
Program Control Number: 31873
TOP Code: 0924.00*
CIP Code: 15.0000