Engineering

The Architecture Technology program at BCTC  provides instruction in the concepts and skills required for careers in architectural and related professions involved in designing for the built environment. At the core of the curriculum are a series of architectural studios where students prepare construction documents.

The series begins with a study of residential construction and culminates with commercial. Emphasis is placed on quality graphic communication, the development of design skills and a thorough understanding of a variety of construction types. Complementing the studio sequence are courses designed to provide instruction in building materials, structures, mechanical/electrical systems, professional practices, and architectural theory and history.

Electives in the program allow students to customize their education to fit their interests. Given the wide range of topics covered in the curriculum, graduates are prepared to find employment in architectural and related professional offices including positions in construction estimating, civil engineering, structural engineering, mechanical/electrical engineering, construction management, computer-aided drafting, building code enforcement, specification writing, urban planning, historic preservation, contracting, sub-contracting, and building material sales and marketing. See the program plan below for more information.

Pursue a career in Computer Engineering Technology (CET)! CET is the design & maintenance of digital systems. It also covers network development and testing, and basic database programming and maintenance. In this program, you'll study topics such as:

• Networking fundamentals

• Computer systems fundamentals

• Digital circuits design and analysis

• Programming in many computer languages

• Database design

University of Kentucky 2+2 Transfer Program

The AAS in Computer Engineering Technology (CET) Program leads to a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Engineering Technology.

Toyota Engineering Technology Diversity Scholarship

Toyota is investing $1.7 million in underrepresented students who want to earn a degree in engineering. The Toyota Engineering Technology Diversity Scholarship Fund will provide annual scholarships for undergraduate students to start at BCTC in the Computer Engineering Technology (CET) program, and after earning an associates degree, continue to the UK College of Engineering to complete a bachelor's degree. 

The Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) program at the Bluegrass Community and Technical College, Leestown Campus offers an Associate in Applied Science in CADD and various Certificates to successful candidates. Our program of study concentrates on the skills required to transform the specifications and instructions of designers or engineers into complete and precise drawings using hand drawings, Computer Aided Drafting, and Parametric design.

Used in fields such as architecture, electronics, aerospace, naval, automotive engineering, and manufacturing, CADD has become an essential skill for drafting and design professionals. To meet the demand for CADD training, we have maintained our labs with software and hardware updates to the current standards and have on-going training for instructors who need to constantly upgrade their own knowledge bases.

The focus of the computer-aided drafting and design program consists of CADD courses with a heavy emphasis on lab work giving you hands-on experience incorporating both individual and team based projects using the current release of AutoCAD (both 2D and 3D) and parametric design using Autodesk Inventor, ProE Wildfire, and/or SolidWorks software, which are all are used by many manufacturing firms in Kentucky and all over the world. Classes are also offered in Civil 3D, Revit, and AutoCAD Architecture which are used in many architectural and civil engineering firms.

Upon completion of the CADD program, students are prepared for entry-level positions as CADD technicians. Graduates of the program have been successfully placed in areas of Machine Tool, Computerized Manufacturing & Machining, Architectural, and Civil disciplines and many have advanced to project management positions.

Individuals planning careers in drafting should take courses in mathematics, science, computer technology, design, and computer graphics. Mechanical ability and visual aptitude are important. Prospective drafters should be able to draw well and perform detailed work accurately and neatly. Artistic ability is helpful in some specialized fields, as is knowledge of manufacturing and construction methods. In addition, prospective drafters should have good interpersonal skills because they work closely with engineers, surveyors, architects, and other professionals and, sometimes, with customers.

Prepare for an electrifying career in Engineering and Electronics Technology  at BCTC! Engineering and Electronics Technology is the link between engineering design and machine operation. Engineering and Electronics Technicians work side by side with engineers and together you'll develop and test product designs. Everything you do makes a product better, from idea, to assembly, to repair. 

You'll make sure the manufacturing process is working, troubleshoot, make repairs, and changes to those processes if needed. Our program specializes in:

• Electronics

• Industrial systems

• Computer Maintenance

• Robotics and Automation

• Electronic Communications

With BCTC, you’ll get hands-on experience in the field. Our classes include the industry-standard equipment and software you need to know.

The Integrated Engineering Technology program is a multi-disciplinary, project-based program. You'll learn lean manufacturing concepts that apply to the technical side of IET. You'll also gain professional presentation skills in the workplace. Lean manufacturing is a production method that increases productivity. It impacts these elements of automated & complex manufacturing systems:

• Design

• Installation

• Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

Technical instruction consists of but are not limited to the study of:

• Programmable logic controllers

• Robotics

• Various types of mechanical and programmable drives

• Electronic input and output sensing devices

• Electro-hydraulic/pneumatic systems and equipment

University of Kentucky 2+2 Transfer Program

This program allows for several exit points for students, including two certificates, Diploma and AAS degree in Integrated Engineering Technology and a transfer option to complete a BS in engineering technology at UK.  The AAS in Integrated Engineering Technology (IET) Program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Lean Systems Engineering Technology. 

Toyota Engineering Technology Diversity Scholarship

Toyota is investing $1.7 million in underrepresented students who want to earn a degree in engineering. The Toyota Engineering Technology Diversity Scholarship Fund will provide annual scholarships for undergraduate students to start at BCTC in the Integrated Engineering Technology (IET) program, and after earning an associates degree, continue to the UK College of Engineering to complete a bachelor's degree.