Engineering Tech
GTC students working on an electric vehicle
Engineering Technology

Engineering Technology is an exciting and ever-growing industry that utilizes systems, processes, and disciplines to create and improve numerous products and projects. Enter this incredible field with the Gwinnett Tech Engineering Technology program!

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ECMD
Lawrenceville Campus
678-225-6760
Program Director
General Automotive Technology
Lawrenceville Campus

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  • About Engineering Technology
  • Program Options
  • Career Options
  • More Info
  • Advisory Board

Engineering Technology is an exciting and ever-growing industry that utilizes systems, processes, and disciplines to create and improve numerous products and projects. Enter this incredible field with the Gwinnett Tech Engineering Technology program!

Gwinnett Tech’s Engineering Technology program introduces students to the rapidly growing engineering field with classes focused on electrical, mechanical, and mechatronics engineering industries and positions. This program is designed to offer students the opportunity to explore a career in mechatronics at the professional level.

Interested in learning more about our automotive programs? Attend one of our Monthly Information Sessions and speak to one of our instructors.

Tell me more about this program?

Issues affecting a background check may hinder a student’s participation in an internship program and may prevent a student from completing the program and/or securing a job upon graduation.

Students must be at least 18 years old to start the program.

**Due to the demand and popularity of automotive programs (Automotive Technology, Ford ASSET, Heavy Diesel, Mercedes-Benz, & Mopar CAP) at Gwinnett Technical College, new students must contact AutomotiveDivision@GwinnettTech.edu immediately after applying to the college to complete a program advisement form.  Acceptance into Gwinnett Technical College does not guarantee immediate placement within these programs.

Can I work while I learn?

Class schedules are designed to encourage student employment in the automotive industry while taking classes.


How much will it cost?

Gwinnett Tech offers affordability at $107 per credit hour + feesGreat opportunities for scholarships and financial aid with HOPE Grant, HOPE scholarship, HOPE Career Grants and more!

What career options will I have?
  • Assembly Automation Engineer
  • Engineering Technician
  • Engineering Assistant
  • Test Technician
  • Engineering Design Technician
  • HMI/PLC Programmer

Take the first step towards a career in Automated Manufacturing & Engineering Technology and apply for next semester! Important dates and deadlines are listed to get you started and if you’re looking for ways to pay for your education, explore our scholarships for this program, as well as state and federal funds for which you may be eligible. You can also learn about our faculty and clubs and organizations to join!

Gwinnett Tech builds relationships with local subject-matter experts to develop advisory boards, who provide feedback that ensures we deliver relevant industry-specific curriculum for today’s high-demand careers. See who serves on our Engineering Technology advisory board.

What can I expect from the Engineering
Technology program?

Gwinnett Tech’s Engineering Technology program provides students with skills in electronics, computer-aided design, test and measurement, mathematics, and communication.

Tell me about the Engineering Technology program.

Engineering Technology program graduates will receive an associate of applied science degree in one of three concentrations Electrical and Computer Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology and Mechatronics Technology. The program is offered during the fall, spring, and summer semesters at our Lawrenceville campus. Program classes are scheduled for day or evening, and students may begin the program during the fall, spring, or summer semesters.

How much will it cost?

Gwinnett Tech offers affordability at $107 per credit hour + fees. Great opportunities for scholarships and financial aid with HOPE Grant, HOPE scholarship, HOPE Career Grants and more!

NameOrganization
Richard AldredgeHunter Engineering Co.
Mike Carrigan Asbury Automotive Group 
Joseph Davidson Dekalb County Fleet 
Anthony Davis Ford 
Katlin DearmonCarMax 
Jonathan DelacruzSnap-On Industrial 
Alan Freeman Jim Ellis Automotive
Joe Gaunt Hennessy Lexus of Gwinnett 
Ron Gay Jim Ellis 
Michele Hanson The Retail Performance Company 
Larry HawkinsMetro Atlanta Auto Dealer Assn.
Jim Jackson Potamkin Hundi
David MartinezPenske Automotive Group 
Kevin Mccoy Mavis Discount Tire 
Doug McLaughlinBMW Group
Jeff Morris Atlanta Forklift
Anthony Moten Nissan Nort America 
Kristen OwenHennessy Automotive Companies
Thomas Slater TBC Corporation 
Miles Standish PepBoys 
Steven ThomasBMW Group
Nikola VukmanovicTBC Corporation 
David Walker Hendrick Automotive Group 
Matt Washburn Nissan Motor Corporation 
Matthew Werley BMW Group
Terrance Wilson Dekalb County Fleet 
Jeremy Wilson TBC Corporation 
Greta Wires Jim Shorkey Auto Group 
Chaffic Bassar Gwinnett Technical College 
Robert Bauman Gwinnett Technical College 
Pamela Spann Gwinnett Technical College 
Brian Stewart Gwinnett Technical College 

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