Program Overview
Want to work in engineering? Here's a great first step. Get the fundamentals of mechanical technology, drafting, CAD, manufacturing and design to be successful as a mechanical engineering technician. Learn to perform mechanical tests, interpret data and design equipment. Get the right foundation in engineering.
With this degree, consider a career as a mechanical engineering technician. You could help engineers design, develop, test and manufacture industrial machinery, consumer products and other equipment. You may make sketches and rough layouts, record and analyze data, make calculations and estimates and report findings.
Earning Potential
Interested in a career in mechanical engineering technology? Learn more about our region’s employment outlook and career opportunities you can pursue in this field of study.
Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test or calibrate machinery and equipment under the direction of an engineering staff or physical scientists.
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Build, install, test and maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.
median annual salary
annual job openings
are currently employed within the State of Michigan Prosperity Regions 5 and 6.
This number is expected to over the next four years.
of current workers will reach retirement age within the next ten years.
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Set up, test and adjust manufacturing machinery or equipment, using any combination of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic or computer technologies.
median annual salary
annual job openings
are currently employed within the State of Michigan Prosperity Regions 5 and 6.
This number is expected to over the next four years.
of current workers will reach retirement age within the next ten years.
Visit Career Coach for more details.
About Delta's Program
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State-of-the-art technologyTechnology is a big deal. That's why we have the best technology out there – like a $176,000 load frame tensile machine. This equipment aids students in understanding the basics of material strength, a fundamental concept of mechanical engineering.
Delta's program provides a sufficient broad base in the fundamentals of mechanical technology, drafting, CAD, manufacturing and design. Students are trained to be successful as a mechanical engineering technician in a metallurgical or product testing laboratory, as a field technician, as an engineering aide in manufacturing, in quality control or in sales and service.
- State-of-the-art training equipment
- Small class sizes
- Co-op opportunities
- Transfer options
Why you should choose Delta
Life is busy. But that shouldn't get in the way of your education. Delta offers classes at night, on weekends and online to make taking classes and getting that degree easier. Plus, Delta has three centers so you can take classes even closer to home.
You can get hands-on experience in your field while you're working toward that degree. I know. It's awesome! Plus, you'll even get paid. That's co-op! Check it out.
At the Teaching Learning Center, located in the Library, we offer tutoring on a wide variety of subjects, and help with developing study and learning skills. Most tutoring is on a walk-in basis, but we do have some online tutoring options.
Best of all, it's free for currently enrolled Delta students. Just another way we demonstrate our commitment to helping students succeed.
One of the very best things about Delta College is your ability to start here and go anywhere. And, in the process, save thousands (and thousands) of dollars. It's a smart choice!
In fact, if you're interested in earning a bachelor's in mechanical engineering, you have several options by coming to Delta first, and then transferring.
Facts & Figures
Delta is nationally recognized as one of America's leading community colleges.
1 in 8 people in our community, ages 17-70, has taken a class at Delta.
Related Programs
Delta College offers over 150 degree, certificate and training options. Continue exploring and advancing your education with these related programs:
- Computer Aided Drafting - Certificate
- Computer Numerical Control - Certificate
- Manufacturing & Industrial Technology - Associate
- Mechatronics Technology - Associate