Program Overview
Engineering
Program Overview
The Engineering program at Minnesota North is tailored to meet each student’s unique goals and aspirations. Students can pursue a variety of engineering degrees such as mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, etc. for transfer at a variety of universities.
Reasons to Attend Minnesota North
Real world projects.
Through Itasca’s Design Sequence students work with campus and community stakeholders to solve real-world problems.
Students in the engineering program participate in a variety of high-quality project-based and problem-based active learning experiences.
A living-learning community.
Students at Itasca have the opportunity to live and learn in the same environment with other engineering students.
High tech lab resources.
These labs support high-tech wood and metal working equipment for prototyping and finished project needs. Lab management and student work study positions help to foster safety and successful project completion in the labs.
Some equipment is available for students use through local industry partnerships: 3D rapid prototyping machines, Laser cutter & etching machine, Vinyl cutter, 3D scanner, Sewing machines, CNC machines, wood-working equipment, metal-working equipment, welding and plasma cutter equipment.
Enhance your professional expertise.
Students learn to become high-quality college students and professionals through the Engineering Design Sequence.
Students will develop time-management, teamwork, and communication skills. They will begin to navigate their career pathway, emphasizing the ethical responsibility and obligation as an engineer. Students will enhance their professional expertise by developing resumes, cover letters, and interviewing skills through a series of seminars, activities, and feedback from industry professionals.
Key Professional Development Events: Ethics conference & formal dinner, mock interviews with industry professionals, career fair visits.
