Engineering CAD Technology
About this program
When you have a degree in Engineering CAD Technology, there are lots of ways to put your diverse skillset to use. Get hands-on experience with the industry’s most advanced 2D and 3D CAD applications. Explore product design in a collaborative setting. Flex your problem-solving skills. And broaden your drafting skills with coursework in civil, structural, electrical, electronic, piping, architectural, and tool and die drafting.
Next steps...
You're on your way to becoming a tomorrow maker.
Extensive Hands-on Experience
Seamless Associate-to-Bachelor Degree Pathway
Earn Industry-Recognized Credentials
Careers
- Engineering drafter/detailer
- Mechanical design technician
- CAD manager
Courses
At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.
Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.
- CCD103Technical Drawing I
- CCD104Detailing I
- CCD123Technical Drawing II
- CCD124Detailing II
- CAD120AutoCAD - Comprehensive
- CAD1223D Parametric Modeling Using Autodesk Inventor(R)
- CCD237Technical Drawing - Related Disciplines
- CCD238Engineering Drawing Dimension & Tolerance Specifications
- CAD247CAD Management & Customization
- CAD1233D Parametric Modeling Using Creo Parametric(R)
- CCD245Engineering Production Drawings & Tool Design
- MSCPHSSelect One Course: MSC106 or PHS125
- PERELCElective Courses - 3 Credits Required
Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.
Facilities
Engineering Design Lab
Cutting-edge CAD instruction within specialized computer and 3D printing labs prepares graduates for the future with a focus on parametric CAD and digital prototyping applications. AutoCAD®, Autodesk Inventor®, SolidWorks®, and Creo Parametric (formerly Pro/E) ® are used extensively in the program.
Facilities
Rapid Prototyping Lab
Take ideas from the screen to real life in the rapid prototyping lab loaded host of additive manufacturing and reverse engineering equipment.
Maker Profiles
Student
Morgan Bagenstose
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
Her maker mindset primed Morgan for success at Penn College where she’s thriving in her classes and leading the college’s popular Baja team.
Faculty
Tom Ask
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
He's a licensed engineer and published author, but also a creative catalyst for his students.
Alumni
Cory Karges
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
This alum’s work points way for millions at iconic resorts.
Alumni
Jeffrey Feeman
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
He landed a career that allows him to combine his technical skills and love for the performing arts.
Alumni
Richard Wood
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
His childhood engineering skills led Richard to a career at Newport News Shipbuilding.
Tour Schedule
Seeing is believing.
Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about.
Feb 21
Undergraduate Open House
Saturday, February 219 AM - 3 PM
Apr 26
Undergraduate Open House
Sunday, April 269 AM - 3 PM
Student Life
Lead and put your skills to the test
Student Wildcats of Robotic Design (SWORD)
SkillsUSA
Participation in SkillsUSA gives students a chance to compete in more than 80 national competitions.
Student Organizations at Penn College
Your college experience is about more than the classroom. Join one of 65+ clubs and organizations, or create your own.
Penn College News
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Engineering design students tour High Steel Structures
Friday, October 10, 2025
Penn College Baja team competes in South Carolina
Monday, September 29, 2025
Alumnus’ gift leads to new student opportunities at Penn College
Study Abroad
Gain global experience
See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.
Internship
Your knowledge in practice
Internships are key for career preparation. Apply your knowledge to the workplace and learn about the industry first-hand.
More Information
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
We offer our students the opportunity to acquire AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor Certification. Learn more about Autodesk Software Certification .
Alternative Credit refers to academic credits earned through means other than traditional college course completion, including: credit by exam, articulation, proof of competency gained in high school, work/life experience, and advanced placement.
Visit the Alternative Credit Options page for requirements and procedures and for information on credit through Advanced Placement.
CAD Software Links and Computer Specifications
Students in Engineering Design Technology majors will be using the following CAD programs:
- AutoCAD®
- Autodesk® Inventor®
- SolidWorks®
- Creo® (formerly Pro-Engineer®)
Engineering Design Technology students will also be using Autodesk® Analysis software. This software is free to students from the Autodesk® student community.
Students can use the following links for downloading the system requirements for all Autodesk® products (Inventor®, AutoCAD®, etc.). The Autodesk® Registration/Activation information is the same for all licenses, commercial and student.
Program supplies and books are available for purchase through The College Store .
- Mr. Christopher Allebach, '11, '13, Design Engineer, Dorman Products
- Mr. Charles K Bear, Jr. PE, Senior Program Manager, Lycoming Engines
- Mr. Ryan Bingaman, '98, '00, Lead Systems Engineer, GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies
- Mr. Clark Bixler, '00, '01, Technical Service Engineer, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
- Mr. Keith Dando, '00, '01, Manager, Engineering Technology & Services, Lockheed Martin Systems Integration
- Mr. Tim Day, Manager of Manufacturing, Lycoming Engines
- Mr. William Henry, '90, Design Drafting Supervisor, First Quality Products
- Mr. Robert Holmes, Plant Designer, Metso Minerals
- Ms. Mary Robinson, '85, '08, Product Engineer, Young Industries
- Mr. David Taylor, CAD System Analyst, Metso Minerals
- Ms. Mary Jo Vanderpool, '99, Mechanical Designer/CAD Manager/IT Specialist, Stantec Consulting, Ltd.