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Natural Sciences Division
Degree S0838
The Engineering with Emphasis in Mechanical Engineering Applications AS degree prepares graduates for career and transfer. Relevant positions include engineering technician, CAD technician, maintenance technician, facilities manager, manufacturing technician, operations technician, lab technician, technical sales and other endeavors related to mechanical components and systems. The program emphasizes how things work, and the role technicians can play in design, development, testing, and manufacturing of mechanical devices. Completion of this degree may facilitate transfer into B.S. programs in Electromechanical Systems Engineering Technology or other related Mechanical Engineering Technology programs.
Required Courses
- Architectural and Engineering Managers
Architectural and Engineering Managers
SOC Career Code: 11-9041.00Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.
Typical Hourly Salary$76.95The 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$196,689.51Annual Job Openings2,750Openings 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 - Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers
SOC Career Code: 17-2141.00Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.
Typical Hourly Salary$45.13The 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$121,853.78Annual Job Openings2,327Openings 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 - Mechatronics Engineers
Mechatronics Engineers
SOC Career Code: 17-2199.05Research, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control.
Typical Hourly Salary$45.99The 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$127,102.06Annual Job Openings2,330Openings 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
- Architectural and Engineering Managers
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