Engineering Technologies and the Trades

To prepare students to be proficient with industrial engineering technician skills and techniques.

• The students will demonstrate the ability to select appropriate methods and processes used in industrial technology.

The graduate will enter the field of industrial engineering technology.

• The graduate will be employed in the industrial technology (or related) field within 2 years of graduation.

The graduate will evaluate common industrial technology issues based on scientific and mathematical principles.

• The students will demonstrate the ability to carry out basic analysis of industrial technology problems, compile the information, and come to appropriate conclusions.

The graduate will evaluate technical information in an objective and organized fashion.

• The students will demonstrate the ability to appropriately interpret industrial technology test data.
• The students will demonstrate the ability to create reports that organize technical information objectively using standard formats and analysis techniques.

The graduate will solve industrial technology problems by interacting and solving problems with others.

• The students will demonstrate effective interaction with others by participating in and completing group projects.

The graduate will effectively communicate within the industrial and related technology fields.

• The students will demonstrate communication skills by participating in and completing group projects.
• The students will demonstrate the ability to clearly describe industrial technology issues in an oral presentation.
• The students will demonstrate the ability to create reports that communicate technical information objectively using standard formats and analysis techniques.

The graduate will quantitatively analyze industrial technology problems.

• The student will demonstrate quantitative skills directly applicable to industrial technology problems.
• The student will demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot basic industrial technology problems.
• The student will demonstrate quantitative skills common to basic industrial technology problems, such as the use of algebra, geometry, and the ability to solve two simultaneous equations.

To prepare students to demonstrate information literacy.

• Students will use traditional and contemporary information technology.
• Students will identify, access, and appropriately use authoritative sources of information.

This is the first of a two-course sequence for students in programs that require mathematics through polynomial calculus. Algebraic manipulations, graphing skills and problem solving are emphasized. Topics include systems of linear equations including Cramer's Rule, quadratic equations, variation, factoring and fractions, vectors and oblique triangles, and an introduction to trigonometry and applications. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement test result or MA115 Intermediate Mathematics.

This is the second of a two-course sequence for students in programs that require mathematics through polynomial calculus. Topics include complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, analytic geometry, limits, derivatives and integrals of polynomial functions, applications of the derivative, and area under a curve. Prerequisite: MA121 Fundamentals of College Mathematics 1.

This course covers basic technical drawing techniques to support engineering design. Topics include line types, dimensioning, orthographic projection, axonometric projection, auxiliary views, sectioning, and notations for machining operations.

May be substituted with one of the following:

This course introduces the theory and practices of metal removal as applied in industry. The set-up and safe operation of conventional machine tools is stressed, along with their capabilities and limitations. Common processes such as drilling, grinding,milling, threading, and turning are utilized.Topics include speeds and feeds, metal cutting theory, cutting fluids, selection of tooling, fixturing, precision measurement, and layout procedures. Prerequisites: MT101 Engineering Drawing or MT121 Mechanical Drafting, and MA105 Technical Mathematics 1. (Spring semester)

This course presents the American Welding Society standards. Topics include the standards of testing of welds, preparation of test samples, methods of inspection and quality control, and fundamentals and interpretations of the American Welding Society, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and the American National Standards Institute welding codes. Welding supply fee required.

This course covers basic functions and challenges of managers in the manufacturing and business environment focusing on lean manufacturing, small businesses, and entrepreneurship. Topics include Total Quality Management, continuous improvement, value-added activities and analysis, waste analysis, Just-In-Time, applications of Statistical Quality Control, and other current management methods and techniques. Prerequisites: An appropriate Math placement test result, or MA045 Basic Math Skills, or MA050 Introductory Mathematics; MT114 Manufacturing Processes or permission of the Department Head.

This course introduces computer programming techniques using a variety of tools such as BASIC and spreadsheets. Case studies emphasize computer applications to mechanical engineering technology. (Fall semester)

This applied statistics course provides measuring tools for quality control and process control in manufacturing. Topics include frequency distributions;measures of central tendency and of dispersion; natural tolerances, control charts for variables and for attributes; probability theory and applications to sampling and to operational characteristic (O-C) curves; acceptable quality level (AQL) sampling plans; Pareto charts; and, random number tables. Prerequisite: An appropriate Math placement test result, or MA045 Basic Math Skills, or MA050 Introductory Mathematics. (Fall semester)