Engineering Technology in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's engineering technology pathway develops students' applied engineering capabilities in design, manufacturing support, and technical problem-solving. Pennsylvania's manufacturing and industrial sectors require engineering technicians supporting product development and production. Students learn engineering fundamentals, CAD design, technical drawing, materials science, and quality control while developing practical skills with engineering tools and design software.
Engineering Technology at a Glance
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Courses
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Credentials
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Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Pennsylvania's Engineering Technology standards emphasize design principles, technical drawing, CAD proficiency, and practical application. The framework requires understanding of engineering fundamentals and ability to interpret technical specifications. Students must understand quality control.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Engineering Fundamentals |
| Engineering Design and CAD |
| Materials and Manufacturing Processes |
| Advanced Engineering Projects |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
- ✓FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- ✓TRUST (Recreational UAS Safety Test)
- ✓Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA)
- ✓Autodesk Certified User - Inventor
- ✓Autodesk Certified User - AutoCAD
- ✓Unity Certified User - Programmer
- ✓CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist - Excel
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Engineering Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $129,120 - $173,580
Engineering Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $48,730 - $74,710
CAD Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $53,680 - $77,270
Design Assistant
Entry LevelSalary range: $45,600 - $70,130
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Work-based learning includes internships at engineering firms, manufacturers, and product design companies.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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Related Pathways in Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania's Precision Machining pathway prepares students for high-demand careers in manufacturing, one of the commonwealth's largest employment sectors. The program covers manual machining, CNC programming and operation, blueprint reading, precision measurement, and quality control through hands-on training with industry-standard equipment. Students develop skills using manual lathes and mills, CNC machines, coordinate measuring machines (CMM), and CAD/CAM software. Training emphasizes precision, quality, and safety while building understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). Pennsylvania's manufacturing sector—including steel, machinery, food processing, and advanced manufacturing—creates strong demand for skilled machinists. The state's tradition of manufacturing excellence combined with the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies makes this pathway particularly valuable for Pennsylvania's economic future.
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