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Applied Engineering Technician

Take the first step toward a challenging and rewarding career in engineering by completing the Applied Engineering Technician certification program.

Harford's Applied Engineering Technician program prepares students to work alongside engineers and scientists, working hands-on with electrical controls and components in a variety of workplaces. This certificate program teaches skills that can lead to working in manufacturing, electronics, production and processing, operations, and research and development. 

COURSES REQUIRED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
IA 1184 Introduction to Electrical Control Systems
IA 1183 Basic Electricity/Electronics for Engineering Technicians
IA 1219 Instrumentation for Industrial Applications
IA 1186 Engineering Technical Print Reading

RECOMMENDED COURSE:
IA 1250 Introduction to Programmable Logic Controller (PLC): Fundamentals and Applications

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TIME NEEDED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
17 weeks (in class time)
2 semesters

CREDENTIAL(S) OFFERED:
NCCER Digital Badges
NCCER Basic Safety Certificate
NCCER Core Certificate
OSHA 10 Safety Card
NCCER Pipelayer Badge

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
If you would like further information or wish to be added to our mailing list, complete a Workforce Inquiry Form and a member of our team will contact you.

CONTACT:
Matt Baylis, mbaylis@harford.edu, 443.412.2728

What's Next?

After completing this program, you can begin working as an entry-level engineering technician, maintenance technician, or a production technician, or you may choose to pursue an associate degree in Engineering Technology

An Engineering Technician may:

  • Assist engineers and scientists in conducting applied research in electrical engineering.
  • Design or modify engineering schematics for electrical transmission and distribution systems or for electrical installation in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
  • Diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electrical components, assemblies, or systems.
  • Install or maintain electrical control systems, industrial automation systems, or electrical equipment, including control circuits, variable speed drives, or programmable logic controllers.