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MECHANICAL SPECIALIZATION

Austin Community College District

Associate's DegreeAcademic

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This program is intended for students pursuing careers in the Mechanical CAD Graphics Specialization field. Mechanical drafters work with mechanical engineers and designers to prepare detail and assembly drawings of a wide variety of machinery and mechanical devices. They may be involved in specifying design elements such as the types of fasteners (nuts, bolts, screws) needed to assemble the machine.

Credits

60 credits

Format

In-Person

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Course Pathway

13 courses in this program

113 courses
MCHN 2438
4 credits
MCHN 1426
4 credits
MATH 1332
3 credits
HIST 1301
3 credits
ENGL 2311
3 credits
EDUC 1300
3 credits
DFTG 2440
4 credits
DFTG 2431
4 credits
DFTG 2402
4 credits
DFTG 1433
4 credits
DFTG 1430
4 credits
DFTG 1405
4 credits
ARCH 1302
3 credits
Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

EDUC 1300LEARNING FRAMEWORK: EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS
3 cr
HIST 1301UNITED STATES HISTORY I
3 cr
MATH 1332CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICS
3 cr
DFTG 1405INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL DRAWING
4 cr
DFTG 1433MECHANICAL DRAFTING
4 cr
DFTG 2431ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES IN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND DRAFTING
4 cr
MCHN 1426INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER-AIDED MANUFACTURING (CAM)
4 cr
ENGL 2311TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS WRITING
3 cr
DFTG 1430CIVIL DRAFTING 1
4 cr
DFTG 2402MACHINE DRAFTING
4 cr
MCHN 2438ADVANCED COMPUTER-AIDED MANUFACTURING
4 cr
ARCH 1302ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY II
3 cr
DFTG 2440SOLID MODELING/DESIGN
4 cr
Program Details

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Requirements

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Financial Aid

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Texas

    Texas

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 49-3023.00

Skills

RepairingTroubleshootingCritical ThinkingOperations MonitoringEquipment MaintenanceOperation and ControlJudgment and Decision MakingActive Listening

Knowledge

MechanicalCustomer and Personal ServiceComputers and ElectronicsEngineering and Technology

Abilities

Deductive ReasoningManual DexterityProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningFinger DexterityNear VisionArm-Hand SteadinessControl PrecisionOral ComprehensionInformation Ordering

Tasks

  • Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
  • Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyze
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.

Technology

Facilities management softwareInternet browser softwareData base user interface and query softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM software

Tools

2-channel lab scopes3 pound sledge hammers5 pound sledge hammers5-gas emissions analyzersAdjustable wrenchesAir chiselsAir compressorsAir conditioner chargersAir drillsAir hammersAir sandersAir wrenchesAlignment wrenchesAllen wrenchesAlternating current/direct current AC/DC inductive current clamps

Work Values

SupportIndependenceRelationshipsAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: high49-3023.00Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicstitle_inference$49,670 median$80,850 top+4.17%3,360
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Associate's Degree)

  • Routine repairs (brakes, suspension, exhaust) — perform independently across common vehicles.
  • Customer concerns from the writeup — translate into accurate diagnostic plans.
  • Common drivability complaints — diagnose with scan tool and basic test equipment.
  • Wheel alignments — perform and document on a range of vehicle types.
  • Belts, hoses, fluids, and seals — service correctly across mileage-based intervals.
  • Electrical complaints (lighting, accessories) — diagnose and repair with reduced oversight.
  • Service writeups for additional needs — communicate clearly with service advisors.
  • Warranty repairs — complete to manufacturer documentation requirements.
  • Quick-service workflow — sustain throughput on a routine day.
  • Apprentice technicians — guide on common procedures and tool use.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
50%
Placement Rate
77%