Cincinnati State

Turn Ideas Into Real-World Solutions as an Engineering Technician

Design it, build it, make it better. Cincinnati State’s Mechanical Engineering Technology program offers hands-on learning across design, CAD, and production that will set you up for career success.

Mechanical Engineering Pathways

Start your career, improve your skills, or continue your studies toward a four-year degree. No matter your goals, Cincinnati State provides hands-on experience and instruction, all at a fraction of the cost of most traditional universities.

Design the Systems Behind Everyday Products

The Mechanical Engineering Technology – Design major prepares you to design and develop mechanical systems used in consumer products, automotive, and aerospace industries using computer-aided design and engineering tools.

Gain Hands-On Manufacturing Expertise

The Mechanical Engineering Technology – Manufacturing Management option provides the technical knowledge to work in high-tech production environments. Graduate into a career or transition to a four-year degree program.

Fast-Track Certificates

Earn specialized certificates in CAD or CNC programming to quickly gain job-ready skills or advance in your current role. Learn credentials employers are actively seeking, including industry-standard tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, and NX.

An Education to Engineer Your Career

Choosing Cincinnati State means choosing a path with proven career outcomes. Our graduates earn more than those from any other Ohio community college, thanks to programs designed to deliver real-world skills and direct connections to employers.

Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates are prepared for roles including CAD/CAM specialist, engineering technician, product designer, and supporting roles in the field. The strong local demand for skilled engineering technicians, paired with Cincinnati State’s connections to local employers (including General Electric, Mazak Corporation, Procter & Gamble, and others), positions our graduates for immediate success in job placement.

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