Start and Finish at: Penn State Altoona, Berks, DuBois, Erie, Hazleton, New Kensington, Shenango, or York

This major helps graduates prepare for technical positions in manufacturing, machine and tool design, computer drafting and design, computer integrated manufacturing, materials selection and processes, technical sales, and other related industries in mechanical applications. The primary objective of the program is to provide a broad foundation in mechanical systems and applications; computer systems in drafting (CAD), manufacturing (CAM), and automation and robotics (CIM), production and product design, mechanics, dynamics, and strength of materials. This program also articulates with Pennsylvania Department of Education-approved Tech Prep programs. Secondary students who have graduated from a program covered by a signed Penn State Articulation Agreement may be eligible for special admission procedures and/or advanced placement.

Graduates of this major may qualify for admission to the baccalaureate degree majors in Mechanical Engineering Technology and Structural Design and Construction Engineering Technology programs at Penn State's Capital College, or the Mechanical Engineering Technology and the Plastics Engineering Technology programs at Penn State's Behrend College, or the baccalaureate degree major in Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology offered at Penn State Altoona, Penn State's Berks- Lehigh Valley College, or Penn State New Kensington.

For more information about this program, contact the campus of interest to you.

*This program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Please note: The University may make changes in policies, procedures, educational offerings, and requirements at any time. Please consult the most recent Degree Programs Bulletin for more detailed information.