Electromechanical Technology Degree

Electromagnetics is an arena of study where an electric signal or device creates a mechanical movement or a mechanical movement used to carry an electrical operation. On the other hand, Instrumentation Technology is a field of study that uses measuring instruments to analyze, measure, and record physical quantities. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer electromechanical technology degrees.

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Durham Technical Community College

103 Allen Bldg, Durham, NC

About
Durham Technical Community College, located in Durham, North Carolina, was founded in 1961 and was originally Durham Industrial Technical Institute. Within four years the school changed its name to Durham Technical Institute to as the focus and offerings of the school expanded. The name was again changed in 1986 when the school was approved to offer university transfer programs, resulting in the name it has today. The school is one of the charter members of the North Carolina Community College System which oversees operations of all two year public institutions in the state.

Academics
Durham Technical Community College offers a number of programs that serve the needs of its current and future students. Career and technical programs allow students to pursue an education in an industry or field, receiving training and skill development that allows for entry into the workforce as a qualified professional. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or associate degree. Academic transfer programs mirror the first two years of a four year program, followed by having the student transfer to a college or university to complete the final two years and earn their bachelor's degree.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Medical Assisting
• Criminal Justice

Admissions and Financial Aid
Any individual interested in enrolling at DTCC may do so by completing the application for admission and paying all fees. Students must be 18 years of age or have a high school diploma, and should supply transcripts and SAT or ACT scores if possible. Meeting a counselor prior to registration is also encouraged. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on need as determined through the student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Electromechanical Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Durham Technical Community College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Electro-Mechanical Technicians

Description

Operate, test, maintain, or calibrate unmanned, automated, servo-mechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment at worksites, such as oil rigs, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, electro-mechanical technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).