May 15, 2025  
2025-2026 Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Catalog

Engineering Technology, AAS


J. Zachary Ouchley
Division Chair, Engineering Technology
jouchley@nctc.edu
(940) 498-6282 ext. 6538

The Engineering Technology program offers training using Autodesk software, an industry-standard used around the world. Students can work toward an Engineering Technology Workforce Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science Degree. In addition to AutoCAD, students will study structural drafting, solid modeling and design, electromechanical drafting, and geometric dimensioning.

Graduates may be employed in the following fields.

  • Aircraft industry
  • Architectural firms
  • Engineering firms
  • Electronics firms
  • and other industries

Typical jobs include civil drafter, architectural drafter, pipeline drafter, automotive design drafter, and technical illustrator.

Students may pursue the following certificate and degree.

Associate of Applied Science Degree

All of the courses completed in the Level I certificate program transfer directly into the Associate of Applied Science degree.

Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science degree, students will be able to:

  • Apply engineering practices to Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings using multiple industry examples.
  • Demonstrate basic drafting proficiency, including the ability to use industry standard software to generate 2D and 3D drawings.
  • Demonstrate oral and written communication skills expected of a future professional in the engineering field.
  • Demonstrate computer literacy skills such as opening files, saving files, knowledge of Autodesk software and commands, and the ability to create a computer generated drawing.

This degree can be completed with a combination of online, hybrid, and face-to-face classes. The program is designed to be completed in two years and consists of the following course of study.

Degree Requirements


Total Credit Hours: 60


Capstone Requirement: DFTG 2386 - Internship-Drafting & Design Technology/Technician, General  All students must complete an internship and it cannot be substituted. The internship requires the student to accumulate work experience related to the program. In addition, a comprehensive exam must be completed with a grade of 70% or greater. The internship course should be taken the last semester before graduation.

Financial Outlook Disclaimer


The salary information provided on this page is based on industry projections, publicly available data, and employer-reported trends. Actual salaries can vary significantly based on factors such as location, experience, education or degree level, industry demand, and individual employer policies.
Students can meet with the college’s Career Services to learn more about specific career pathways and current labor market information. The college does not promise or imply any guaranteed salary levels upon graduation.