Dec 17, 2024

2022-2023 Catalog and Student Handbook

2022-2023 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Engineering Systems Technology - Computer-Aided Design

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The Engineering Systems Technology program is designed to provide students with an effective blending of diverse industrial skill sets through a variety of specializations, preparing graduates with the skills needed for immediate entrance into the industrial workforce. Skills emphasized in the program include, but are not limited to: advanced manufacturing applications, computerized design and industrial equipment programming, operations management, and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.

The AAS in Engineering Systems Technology was developed in compliance with the Complete College Tennessee Act of 2010. Students who begin this program at Walters State Community College and transfer to another Tennessee public community college are guaranteed their credits will transfer toward completion of the AAS degree in Engineering Systems Technology.

In compliance with the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE) accreditation requirements, all students graduating from the AAS in Engineering Systems Technology must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of management and/or technical coursework at Walters State Community College as a requirement for graduation.

The Engineering Systems Technology degree program contains five specialization areas. Students are required to choose one specialization area from the five provided: Advanced Manufacturing, Architectural Design, Computer Aided Design, Mechanical Design, and Operations Management.

Computer Aided Design Specialization:

The computer aided design specialization is a general CAD based curriculum that covers 2D and 3D design using both architectural and mechanical CAD software. This specialization allows students whose interests lie specifically in computer aided drafting and design to study the applications of multiple design software packages in the development of a diverse CAD skills portfolio.

This program and its specialization areas are designed for the student who does not intend to transfer to a baccalaureate degree program.

Degree: Associate of Applied Science

Emphasis: Engineering Systems Technology

Specialization: Computer Aided Design

Recommended Full-Time Schedule

The following Recommended Full-Time Schedule is not a substitute for academic advising. You must meet with an academic advisor each semester to be cleared for registration. Consult with your advisor about scheduling and degree requirements. Also, see the current undergraduate catalog (catalog.ws.edu) for a complete list of requirements and electives. Requirements are continually under revision, and there is no guarantee they will not be changed or revoked. Contact the academic division or department for current information.

Factors that affect your progression include required Learning Support courses and your choices regarding campus location, course delivery method, and the days and times selected to take classes.

¹General Education electives in each category must be chosen from approved courses listed in the General Education Program.

Learning Support courses must be taken every semester until completed.

First Year

Fall Term (15 semester credit hours)

CADD 1650 - REVIT Fundamentals (3 hrs.)
COMM 2025 - Fundamentals of Communication (3 hrs.)
ENST 1311 - Computer Aided Design I (3 hrs.)
ENST 1321 - Inventor I (3 hrs.)
ENST 1370 - Manufacturing Processes (3 hrs.)

Spring Term (15 semester credit hours)

ENGL 1010 - English Composition I (3 hrs.)
ENST 1312 - Computer Aided Design II (3 hrs.)
ENST 1331 - 2-D CAD Residential Design (3 hrs.)
ENST 1350 - Industrial Safety (3 hrs.)
1 Mathematics Elective (3 hrs.) (Select from MATH 1630, MATH 1710, or MATH 1720)

Second Year

Fall Term (15 semester credit hours)

ENST 1320 - Solidworks I (3 hrs.)
ENST 1380 - Engineering Technical Communication (3 hrs.)
ENST 2330 - 3-D Commercial Design (3 hrs.)
ENST 2370 - Statics and Strength of Materials (3 hrs.)
INFS 1010 - Computer Applications (3 hrs.)

Spring Term (15 semester credit hours)

ENST 2320 - Solidworks II (3 hrs.)
ENST 2335 - Revit MEP (3 hrs.)
ENST 2390 - Capstone (3 hrs.)
or
ENST 2391 - Internship (3 hrs.)
1 Behavioral/Social Science Elective (3 hrs.) (Select from the approved general education courses list)¹
1 Humanities/Fine Arts General Education Elective (3 hrs.) (Select from the approved general education courses list)¹

Program Degree Requirements - A.A.S. Engineering Systems Technology - Computer Aided Design

General Education Requirements (15 hours)

Communication

Humanities and/or Fine Arts

Approved Humanities/Fine Arts General Education elective¹ 3 credits

Behavioral/Social Sciences

Approved Behavioral/Social Science General Education elective¹ 3 credits

Mathematics

Mathematics General Education elective (Select from MATH 1630, MATH 1710, or MATH 1720) 3 credits

Engineering Systems Technology - Computer-Aided Design

Recommended Full-Time Schedule

First Year

Fall Term (15 semester credit hours)

Spring Term (15 semester credit hours)

Second Year

Fall Term (15 semester credit hours)

Spring Term (15 semester credit hours)

Program Degree Requirements - A.A.S. Engineering Systems Technology - Computer Aided Design

General Education Requirements (15 hours)

Communication

Humanities and/or Fine Arts

Behavioral/Social Sciences

Mathematics

Area of Emphasis Requirements (45 hours)

Major Field Requirements (18 hours)

Computer Aided Design Specialization Requirements (27 hours)

Total Credit Hours 60