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Architecture, IDE & Manufacturing Department
The Industrial Design Engineering program prepares students to work in industrial design, mechanical design, fabrication and manufacturing areas as entry level designers, fabricators, mold-makers, prototype model-makers or Computer-Aided Design (CAD) technicians.
The program provides three progressive certificates (IDE Level 1, 2 and 3). Combined with the general education requirements, students can earn the Associate of Science Degree in Industrial Design Engineering, as well as providing a transfer pathway to baccalaureate programs in Industrial Design. The program emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning using industry-representative content and explores the intersection of virtual technologies such as CAD/CAM, advanced manufacturing equipment and fabrication skills. Graduating students are prepared for a diverse range of job descriptions from aerospace and medical manufacturers to packaging and entertainment companies.
Students may need to pay a $20 materials fee for courses in this program.
Required Courses
- Industrial Engineers
Industrial Engineers
SOC Career Code: 17-2112.00Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes, including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
Typical Hourly Salary$47.02The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$124,078.10Annual Job Openings2,549Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Industrial Engineering Technicians
Industrial Engineering Technicians
SOC Career Code: 17-3026.00Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.
Typical Hourly Salary$29.54The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$78,519.01Annual Job Openings550Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Commercial and Industrial Designers
Commercial and Industrial Designers
SOC Career Code: 27-1021.00Design and develop manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.
Typical Hourly Salary$35.45The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$98,490.22Annual Job Openings433Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages
- Industrial Engineers
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