Engineering Technology
Use your analytical and problem-solving skills to help tackle engineering challenges and forge a great career.
About
An engineering technician inspects and tests equipment, analyzes plans for construction and design, writes up daily lab reports, and carries out other tasks delegated by the supervising engineer. A technician may work in the fields of mechanical, industrial, civil, electrical, aerospace, computer, or environmental engineering. Engineering technicians must be able to work well in a team, and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Students will gain hands-on experience in equipment testing and inspection; construction and design plan analysis; and daily lab report write-ups.
This program offers four emphasis options with specialized training techniques:
- Mechanical: Students gain experience in solid modeling, CNC machining, reverse engineering, and additive manufacturing. This option emphasizes hands‑on design, manufacturing processes, and precision fabrication.
- Civil: Students develop core abilities in surveying and mapping, construction documentation, and site layout. Training prepares graduates to support infrastructure projects such as roads, utilities, and land development.
- Geographic Information Systems: Students specialize in geospatial analysis, digital mapping, and spatial data management. Graduates are prepared to work with geographic information systems used in planning, environmental studies, and resource management.
- Traditional: Students will gain a broad technical foundation across drafting, materials, and applied engineering methods. This option, which emphasizes architectural and structural drafting, is ideal for students seeking versatile skills adaptable to multiple engineering fields.
Aptitudes
Necessary aptitudes include a background in science, reading, and math. A mechanical aptitude is desired.
Related Careers
- Engineering technician, drafter
- Surveyor
- Engineer
- Civil engineer
- Mechanical engineer
- Environmental engineer
- Civil engineering technician
- Mechanical engineering technician
- Surveying and mapping technician
“LC State is a great state school with the feel of a private school at a low cost. Engineering tech, in every field, is about aiding engineers by collecting, visualizing, editing data and eventually constructing, modifying, and problem solving ... I have no loans and have been able to work for a city, county, and now the Washington State Department of Transportation.” — Tyler MacMillan ’17
You May Also Like
Contact Information
Admissions Office
Reid Centennial Hall 114
500 8th Avenue
Lewiston, Idaho 83501
- 208-792-2378
- 208-792-2063 (fax)
- admissions@lcsc.edu
- Mon-Thu, 7:30 - 5:00
- Fri, 8:00 - 12:00
Technical & Industrial
Schweitzer Career & Technical Education Center 216
2947 Cecil Andrus Way
Lewiston, ID 83501