Mechanical Design Certificate

Career Certificate
Cost
$3,557*

Get immersed in mechanical engineering

Introduction to mechanical design

Fill your toolbox with knowledge of mechanical design. Learn to interpret and prepare mechanical drawings for products and machine components. Develop technical skills and get hands-on experience as you develop working prototypes.

In this program, you will learn:

  • How to turn mechanical design ideas into CAD working drawings
  • Different ways design ideas can be manufactured
  • Hands-on skills to machine mechanical parts

What can you do with a Certificate in Mechanical Design?

This certificate prepares you for entry-level work in an engineering department. Start work right away as a member of a design team, working with engineers and scientists. Or use this certificate as a stepping stone to earn advanced skills in Mechanical Engineering Technology.

Highlights

  • Career Certificate

    Earn a career certificate in 1 year or less to refine your skills into an in-demand career.
  • Stackable Credentials

    Earn and learn as you go with stackable credentials.
  • Program Length: 4 Months

    Full-time students finish in 4 months.

Career Outlook

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Recommended Pathway

This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.

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  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Dual credit options available
  • Global citizenship
  • Online/Virtual options available
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    EGR 121 3
    CAD 170 3
    MET 214 3
    • Course Code EGR 121
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CAD 170
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MET 214
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights

Total Credit Hours

9

*Cost is estimated based on recommended pathway credit hours. This includes in-district tuition and other fees, such as books and materials before financial aid is applied, as well as grants, loans or scholarships. There are many opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about Cost of Attendance.




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Mechanical Engineering Technology at CLC

Get the bigger picture

This degree is just one possible way to study Mechanical Engineering Technology. Get the bigger picture—degrees, credentials and extra options.

View the Mechanical Engineering Technology program overview

Frequently asked questions

  • Chad Holt, CLC student

    Chad Holt

    Adult Learner

    "I have a lot of technical skills, but I didn't have the formal education side. I've connected a lot of dots (in this program), and it's really helped me to polish and hone my skills."


    Chad is a full-time employee striving to earn two (2) associate degrees in automation, robotics and mechatronics and mechanical engineering technology. His goal is to upskill and get ahead of tech advancements in his field.

    Read Chad's story

    Chad Holt, CLC student


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