Additive Technology
The Additive Technology program provides students with the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to excel in the rapidly growing field of additive engineering. This program combines theoretical learning with hands-on experience, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of a variety of industries.
Additive Technology AAS Tracks:
Additive Engineering Technology Track
The Additive Engineering Track within the AAS in Additive Technology equips students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel in the rapidly evolving field of 3D printing and additive engineering. The curriculum emphasizes real world projects with a diverse range of additive technologies, including extrusion-based 3D printing, UV curing, understanding of G Code structure and an exploration AI tools available. Students will gain expertise in material selection, process optimization, safety, and post-processing techniques while developing a strong understanding of the principles and applications of additive engineering across various industries.
The Additive Engineering Track incorporates a 9-credit hour elective sequence, allowing students to specialize in an industry of their choice, such as business, filmmaking, automotive, computer, or healthcare, etc. This tailored approach enables graduates to possess both in-depth additive manufacturing knowledge and industry-specific expertise, making them highly marketable and adaptable to the dynamic demands of the modern workforce.
Additive Manufacturing Engineering Track
The Additive Manufacturing Engineering Track is designed to cultivate innovative professionals who can drive advancements in the rapidly expanding field of additive manufacturing. This specialized program grants participants an in-depth understanding of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies integral to the next generation of manufacturing.
The preliminary course of this track, "DPT 100 Introduction to 3D Printing Technology," equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to excel when faced with advanced topics in later courses. Likewise, “DPT 150 Introduction to Engineering Mechanics” lays the foundation for advanced product development fostering skills in latticing, generative design, topology optimization, finite element analysis, and material mechanics. Additional track courses enhance industry readiness by including subjects such as 3D scanning for reverse engineering and medical applications, product sustainability, supply chain reinforcement, post-processing, and quality control.
Through a curriculum tailored to address real-world challenges, graduates are equipped with the skills and expertise to secure prominent positions utilizing additive manufacturing in critical sectors such as aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, and other high-tech industrial operations at the forefront of innovation.
Approved Electives List for the Additive Engineering Technology Track
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Suggested Industry Specific Elective List | ||
| Entrepreneurship | ||
| ACC 201 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| BAS 170 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BAS 282 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Computer Hardware and Security | ||
| CIT 111 | Computer Hardware and Software | 4 |
| CIT 161 | Introduction to Networks | 4 |
| or CIT 160 | Intro to Networking Concepts | |
| CIT 180 | Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| Orthotics | ||
| BAS 170 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| ORP 100 | Introduction to Orthotics and Prosthetics | 2 |
| ORP 106 | Orthotic and Prosthetic Skill Development | 3 |
| ORP 107 | Orthotic Prosthetic Biomaterials | 2 |
| CMM and Safety | ||
| CMM 114 | Fundamentals of Machine Tools | 6 |
| ISX 100 | Industrial Safety | 3 |
| Filmmaking and Theatre | ||
| BAS 170 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| FLM 190 | Film Boot Camp | 3 |
| THA 260 | Stagecraft | 3 |
| CAD | ||
| CAD 100 | Introduction to Computer Aided Design | 3 |
| CAD 200 | Intermediate Computer Aided Design | 4 |
| CAD 201 | Parametric Modeling | 4 |
| OR elective approved by the Additive Technology Program Coordinator | ||
Additive Engineering Technology Track
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| ENG 101 | Writing I | 3 |
| MAT 126 | Technical Algebra and Trigonometry | 3 |
| AEG 101 | Intro to Additive Engineering Technology | 3 |
| CIT 105 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| Social Behavioral course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| AEG 102 | CAD for Additive Engineering | 3 |
| AEG 103 | Slicing and Programming Basics | 3 |
| AEG 104 | Introduction to 3D: From Capture to Creation | 3 |
| Natural Science course | 3 | |
| Heritage or Humanities course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| AEG 201 | Extrusion 3D Printing Hardware | 3 |
| AEG 202 | UV Curing and Laser-Based Systems | 4 |
| AEG 203 | Advanced Additive Hardware and Post-Processing | 3 |
| Industry Specific Elective (see suggestion list) | 3 | |
| Oral Communications | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| AEG 220 | Additive Materials: Properties, Applications, and Sustainability | 3 |
| AEG 230 | Strategic Business Applications of Additive Engineering | 3 |
| AEG 290 | Additive Engineering Technology Internship | 3 |
| Industry Specific Elective (see suggestion list) | 3 | |
| Industry Specific Elective (see suggestion list) | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 61 | |
Additive Manufacturing Engineering Track
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| DPT 100 | Introduction to 3D Printing Technology | 3 |
| DPT 104 | Advanced Scanning, Processing, and Quality Control | 3 |
| ENG 101 | Writing I | 3 |
| MAT 126 | Technical Algebra and Trigonometry | 3 |
| COM 205 | Business and Professional Communication | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| BAS 160 or AEG 230 | Introduction to Business or Strategic Business Applications of Additive Engineering | 3 |
| DPT 150 | Introduction to Engineering Mechanics for 3D Printing | 3 |
| Natural Science | 3 | |
| DPT 201 | Advanced Slicing, Resin, and Fused Filament Fabrication | 3 |
| Elective (DPT 103 recommended) | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| DPT 210 | Introduction to Powder-Based Additive Manufacturing | 3 |
| DPT 220 | Advanced Additive Materials, Properties, and Sustainability | 3 |
| DPT 212 | Additive Manufacturing for Supply Chain and Broad Industry Production | 3 |
| DPT 281 | Special Projects | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| DPT Elective | 3 | |
| Heritage or Humanities Course | 3 | |
| DPT 285 | Advanced Special Projects | 3 |
| DPT 203 | Advanced Additive Manufacturing Hardware and Post Processing | 3 |
| DPT Elective (DPT 290 recommended) | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |