Begin Your Path to a Career in Engineering

Engineering Technology students in class

Why Choose a Career in Engineering Technology?

Westmoreland’s Engineering Technology program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to function as assistants to engineers.

Those interested in the field of Engineering Technology should possess great mechanical, math and problem-solving skills. In addition, they should have a keen eye and pay strong attention to detail.

What Will I Learn?

The Engineering Technology program equips graduates with knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying the principles, procedures, techniques, and tools of the trade in the design, analysis, and production processes of various goods and services.

The practical application of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) is emphasized throughout the curriculum. Science courses and applications include principles and practices in physics and chemistry, depending on the student’s interests.

The curriculum relies heavily on the use of technology including, but not limited to, the proper use of an advanced, vector-based, programmable calculator (HP-50g® or equivalent), solid modeling programs, drafting software (AutoCAD®), simulation software for mechanical and electrical systems (Working Model®), and Microsoft Office®. This program can be completed 50% online. View Engineering Technology, AAS in the College Catalog

What Will I Earn?

If you plan to stay in the region, there are many occupations related to this program degree and certificates. In the 10-county region* surrounding Westmoreland County Community College, the earnings for occupations in this field range from $21.28 - $62.75 per hour, with an average hourly wage of $37.31.

It is important to remember that wages vary based on level of education, experience, job location and other factors.

Source: Data provided by Lightcast™ (https://lightcast.io/) 2026.1

* 10-county region includes Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland.

Career Opportunities

A graduate of this program can successfully assist engineers in designing, developing, testing, documenting, and/or manufacturing industrial equipment and consumer products in a wide variety of applications. This program also provides students with an excellent introduction to engineering sciences at a four-year college or university.

Program Fees

First Year

Tuition

$143 per credit (Westmoreland County Residents) - $4,719 for 33 credits
$280 per credit (Out-of-County Residents) - $9,240 for 33 credits
$420 per credit (Out-of-State Residents) - $13,860 for 33 credits

Fees

General Fee $72 per credit (Westmoreland County Resident) - $2,376 for 33 credits
General Fee $70 per credit (Out-of-County and Out-of-State Residents) - $2,310 for 33 credits
- Engineering Technology Courses First Semester - 10 credits
- General Education Courses First Semester - 7 credits
- Engineering Technology Courses Second Semester - 10 credits
- General Education Courses Second Semester - 6 credits
Capital Fee $6 per credit (Out-of-County/Out-of-State Residents) - $198 for 33 credits
Lab Fee Engineering Technology Courses $70-$80 per course
- First Semester 3 courses @ $70 = $210
- Second Semester 1 course @ $70 = $70
Lab Fee Non-Engineering Technology Courses $70-$80 per course
- First Semester 0 courses
- Second Semester 0 courses
*Software Fees - None

Textbooks

*Estimated textbooks - $350
*Estimated textbooks, general education - $1,000

Materials (Estimated)

Spiral notebooks, pencils, pens, compass, protractor, cm rule, eraser - $75
256GB USB 3.2 Flash Drive - $20
30/60/90 Triangle (10") - $6
45/45/90 Triangle (10") - $5
Combination Scale - $12
Technical Pencil Set (Includes .3mm, .5mm, .7mm, .9mm) - $48
Eraser Shield - $3
.3mm 2H Graphite Refills - $3
.5mm 2H Graphite Refills - $2
.7mm 2H Graphite Refills - $2
.9mm 2H Graphite Refills - $2
Drafter's Eraser - $2
Drafter's Brush - $9

*Fees, excluding college established Tuition Fees, are estimates and subject to change without notice.

Second Year