Engineering Technology
18 courses · El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
ETEC 10 Principles of Engineering Technology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, students will explore technology systems and engineering processes to learn how math, science, and technology impact our society. The topics introduced include the design process, communication and documentation, engineering systems, statics, properties of materials, quality assurance, materials testing, and engineering for reliability.
ETEC 10A Principles of Engineering Technology I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the first of two courses in which students will explore technology systems and engineering processes to learn how math, science, and technology impact our society. The topics introduced include the design process, communication, documentation, and engineering systems.
ETEC 10B Principles of Engineering Technology II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Advisory
- ETEC 10A
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the second of two courses in which students will explore technology systems and engineering processes to learn how math, science, and technology impact our society. The topics introduced include statics, properties of materials, quality assurance, materials testing, and engineering for reliability.
ETEC 12 Introduction to Engineering Design
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, student are introduced to the basics of the design process used in engineering fields and the application of computer modeling software. Emphasis is placed on the design process, geometric relationships, visualization, technical sketching, modeling, model documentation, assemblies and production processes.
ETEC 12A Introduction to Engineering Design I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is the first of two courses in which students are introduced to the basics of the design process used in engineering fields and the application of computer modeling software. Emphasis is placed on the design process, geometric relationships, visualization, and technical sketching.
ETEC 12B Introduction to Engineering Design II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Advisory
- ETEC 12A
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is the second of two courses in which students are introduced to the basics of the design process used in engineering fields and the application of computer modeling software. Emphasis is placed on, modeling, model documentation, assemblies and production processes.
ETEC 14 Digital Electronics for Engineering
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and applications of digital electronics and robotics. The topics covered include circuit design, logic and programmable devices, and state machines. The course aims to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for advanced study or careers in electronics and robotics.
ETEC 14A Digital Electronics for Engineering I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the first of two courses in which students are introduced to the principles and applications of digital electronics and robotics. The topics studied include safety, circuit design, logic and programmable devices and state machines. The course aims to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for advanced study or careers in electronics and robotics.
ETEC 14B Digital Electronics for Engineering II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Advisory
- Engineering Technology 14A
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the second of two courses in which students are introduced to the principles and applications of digital electronics and robotics. The topics studied include safety, circuit design, logic and programmable devices and state machines. The course aims to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for advanced study or careers in electronics and robotics.
ETEC 15 Aerospace Engineering
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces student to the various aspects of aerospace engineering. Through hands-on projects and problems, students will learn about aerodynamics, astronautics, space-life sciences and systems engineering.
ETEC 15A Aerospace Engineering I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the first of two courses that introduces the various aspects of aerospace engineering. Through hands-on projects and problems, topics will include aerodynamics and astronautics.
ETEC 15B Aerospace Engineering II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Advisory
- ETEC 15A
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the second of two courses that introduces the various aspects of aerospace engineering. Through hands-on projects and problems, topics will include astronautics, space-life sciences and systems engineering.
ETEC 16 Computer Integrated Manufacturing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course covers the integration of engineering technology principles and automation in manufacturing environments. Students will create three-dimensional designs with modeling software and produce actual components of their designs on Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machine tools. Additional topics covered include machine tool operations, simulations, Rapid Prototyping (RP), robotics, and manufacturing systems.
ETEC 16A Computer Integrated Manufacturing I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the first of two courses that cover the integration of engineering technology principles and automation in manufacturing environments. The topics covered include machine tool operations, simulations, and robotics.
ETEC 16B Computer Integrated Manufacturing II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Advisory
- ETEC 16A
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the second of two courses that cover the integration of engineering technology principles and automation in manufacturing environments. Students will create three-dimensional designs with modeling software and produce actual components of their designs on Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machine tools. Additional topics covered include simulations, Rapid Prototyping (RP), and manufacturing systems.
ETEC 18 Engineering Design and Development
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- ETEC 10 or ETEC 10A and ETEC 10B or ETEC 12 or ETEC 12A and ETEC 12B or CADD 5 with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this capstone course, students work in teams to design and construct solutions to engineering problems. Emphasis will be placed on research methods, design problem statements, continuous improvement, cost analysis, prototyping, testing methods, project construction, and project presentation.
ETEC 18A Engineering Design and Development I
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- ETEC 10 or ETEC 10A and ETEC 10B or ETEC 12 or ETEC 12A and ETEC 12B or CADD 5 with a minimum grade of C
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the first course in a two course sequence that covers engineering design and development concepts. In this capstone course, students work in teams to design and construct solutions to engineering problems. Emphasis will be placed on research methods, design problem statements, continuous improvement, cost analysis, and prototyping. Knowledge gained will be applied to a design solution of a problem assigned in the capstone project.
ETEC 18B Engineering Design and Development II
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- ETEC 18A with a minimum grade of C
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the second course in a two-course sequence that covers engineering design and development. In this capstone course, students work together in teams to design and construct solutions to engineering problems. Emphasis will be placed on testing methods, project construction, project presentation, and professional peer review.