Engineering Technologies

Check out the Engineering and Robotics Intro Video!
Developing a Foundation for a Successful Career in the Engineering Profession

Do you enjoy solving and working your way through problems? Are you an analytical thinker who likes to  create, design, and build? If you answered yes to any of these, then the Engineering Technologies program might be the right fit for you. In this project-based class, students learn the ins and outs of engineering and advanced manufacturing. Students will learn hands-on utilizing the latest in technology from the program's computer-aided drafting software to advanced CNC machining and industrial robotics controls to full manufacturing facility simulators and their connected Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs). Students will have access to learn how to work through programming all these advanced technologies. In addition, students will have the opportunity to compete in local, state, and national robotics competitions such as the National Robotics Challenge and Vex Robotics Competitions.
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Career Opportunities 

  • Certified Production Technician
  • Engineering Technologist
  • Process Engineer 
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Manufacturing Engineer

Career Skills Developed

  • Manufacturing Operations
  • ​Computer Integrated Manufacturing 
  • Industrial Robotics 
  • Principles of Advanced Manufacturing ​

Program Highlights

Industry Credentials Include (but not limited to):
  • Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Certified Production Technician (3)
  • FANUC Certified Robot Operator 1 (3)
  • FANUC Certified CNC Machining Center Programming, Setup, and Operation (4)
  • OSHA 10 (1)
  • Autodesk Inventor Certified User (4)
  • Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User (4)
  • Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation Programmable Logic Control (PLC) Certification (6)
  • CPR/First Aid/ AED (1)

Suggested Skill Set

  • Respect
  • Persistence
  • Collaboration
  • Self-motivation
  • Responsibility​
  • Mathematics
  • Design
  • Discipline
  • Professionalism
  • Time-management​
  • Innovation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Deductive Reasoning
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Additional Features

  • Students in the Engineering and Robotics program may earn dual credits while in high school. (Dual credit allows the student to remain at SWCA, take college-level courses, and earn both high school and college credits!)  Engineering and Robotics students who meet the criteria may receive college credits through Columbus State Community College (CSCC) on a CSCC transcript. These transcripted credits are transferable to many area universities, including schools such as The Ohio State University. In many cases, the “Project Lead the Way” coursework taken at the South-Western Career Academy replaces introductory engineering courses in majors such as Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Project-based curriculum 
  • Activities are both individual and team project oriented
  • A “Project Lead the Way” Program
  • A STEM Initiative Program
  • On-site professional experiences
  • Mentoring and internship opportunities

Hear from the Instructor!

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Check out our Engineering and Robotics students in action working on their projects and designs below!
Check out the videos below of the students and their engineering projects!