Engineering Technologies and the Trades

To prepare the students to enter the field of metallurgical technology.

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

To prepare the students to be proficient with common metallurgical laboratory skills and techniques.

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

To prepare the students to evaluate technical information in an objective and organized fashion.

• The students will demonstrate the ability to carry out basic analysis of metallurgical problems, compile the information, and come to appropriate conclusions.
• The students will demonstrate the ability to appropriately interpret metallurgical test data.
• The students will demonstrate the ability to create reports that organize technical information objectively using standard formats and analysis techniques.

To prepare the students to solve metallurgical problems by interacting and solving problems with others.

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

To prepare the students to effectively communicate within the metallurgical and related industries.

• The students will demonstrate communication skills by creating reports that organize technical information objectively using standard formats and analysis techniques.
• The students will demonstrate communication skills by participating in and completing group projects.
• The students will demonstrate the ability to clearly describe metallurgy 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.

To prepare the students to evaluate common metallurgical issues based on scientific and mathematical principles.

• The student will demonstrate quantitative skills directly applicable to metallurgical technology problems.
• The student will demonstrate quantitative skills common to basic metallurgical technology problems, such as the use of algebra 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.

With permission this course may be substituted with one of the following:

This course is a study of force systems and their actions on bodies at rest. Topics include force systems, equilibrium of force systems, distributed forces, friction, moments of inertia, centroids, and bending and shear diagrams. The Laboratory component emphasizes computer analysis. Prerequisite: MA121 Fundamentals of College Mathematics or a higher level mathematics course which includes trigonometry

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 course introduces basic theory and practice as applied to the industrial setting. It emphasizes the practical aspects of working with chemicals and materials and covers the common forms of analytical chemistry, including instrumentation. Topics include problem-solving, the nature of matter, atomic structure and bonding, nomenclature, stoichiometry, gases, solution chemistry, electrochemistry, and organic chemistry. Prerequisite:MA121 Fundamentals of College Mathematics 1 or equivalent.

This non-calculus Physics course for technology, business administration, computer science, and liberal arts and sciences students covers topics in mechanics,wave motion, and heat. Prerequisite: An appropriate Mathematics Placement test result, or MA045 Basic Math Skills, or MA050 Introductory Mathematics.