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.
Your coursework will cover classes specific to your area of specialization along with foundational concepts and lessons that invite fresh perspectives.
4
Semesters
21
Courses
65
Credits
Fall 2026
6 courses 17 credits
33% program-specific courses
Spring 2026
5 courses 15 credits
60% program-specific courses
Fall 2027
5 courses 17 credits
60% program-specific courses
Spring 2027
5 courses 16 credits
60% program-specific courses
Please Note: The outlined curriculum assumes a fall semester start for students completing a full credit load schedule without additional developmental math requirements. Students beginning in the spring and summer, taking less than a full load, and/or requiring developmental coursework follow an altered curriculum sequence. Speak to your academic advisor or school office with questions.
Extensive Hands-on Experience
Seamless Associate-to-Bachelor Degree Pathway
Earn Industry-Recognized Credentials
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.
Take ideas from the screen to real life in the rapid prototyping lab loaded host of additive manufacturing and reverse engineering equipment.
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As a Engineering Design Technology student at Penn College, you may be elgible for 129 scholarships.
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Faculty
Engineering Design Technology
He's a licensed engineer and published author, but also a creative catalyst for his students.
Alumni
Engineering Design Technology
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Alumni
Engineering Design Technology
He landed a career that allows him to combine his technical skills and love for the performing arts.
Alumni
Engineering Design Technology
His childhood engineering skills led Richard to a career at Newport News Shipbuilding.
Internships are key for career preparation. Apply your knowledge to the workplace and learn about the industry first-hand.
Participation in SkillsUSA gives students a chance to compete in more than 80 national competitions.
Your college experience is about more than the classroom. Join one of 65+ clubs and organizations, or create your own.
See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.
Endorsed by the American Design Drafting Association.
Students must acquire their own tools and laptop computer as noted below.
Students in Engineering Design Technology majors will be using the following CAD programs:
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.
Students must complete all required major courses in the Engineering CAD Technology major (those with the alpha-designators CAD and CCD) with a grade of "C" or higher.
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.
Engineering Design Technology Advisory Committee Members
Mr. Christopher Allebach
Design Engineer
Dorman Products
Mr. Charles K Bear, Jr. PE
Senior Program Manager
Lycoming Engines
Mr. Ryan Bingaman
Lead Systems Engineer
GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies
Mr. Clark Bixler
Technical Service Engineer
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
Mr. Keith Dando
Manager, Engineering Technology & Services
Lockheed Martin Systems Integration
Mr. Tim Day
Manager of Manufacturing
Lycoming Engines
Mr. William Henry
Design Drafting Supervisor
First Quality Products
Mr. Robert Holmes
Plant Designer
Metso Minerals
Ms. Mary Robinson
Product Engineer
Young Industries
Mr. David Taylor
CAD System Analyst
Metso Minerals
Ms. Mary Jo Vanderpool
Mechanical Designer/CAD Manager/IT Specialist
Stantec Consulting, Ltd.
Engineering Design Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology : Robotics & Automation Emphasis
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Mechatronics Technology
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Electrical Technology
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology : Electronics & Computer Engineering Emphasis
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Electrical Construction
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Information Technology : Network & User Support
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Automation Engineering Technology : Mechatronics
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Game & Simulation Programming
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Nanofabrication Technology
Competency Credential
Information Assurance & Cyber Security
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Building Automation Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Network Administration & Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Automation Engineering Technology : Robotics & Automation
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Software Development & Information Management
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
