Courses
Mechanical Engineering Technology
- MET 11100 Applied Statics (3 cr.) Class 2, Lab 2. P: 10500. C: MATH 15400. A study of force systems, resultants and equilibrium, trusses, frames, centroids of areas, and center of gravity of bodies.
- MET 20400 Production Drawing (3 cr.) Class: 2, Lab: 2. P:TECH 10400 or CGT 11000, TECH 10500 or MET 10500 (Or Instructors Consent). The design, evaluation, and documentation of engineering specifications required for manufacturability and assembly are introduced. Emphasis is on CAD-based details, assemblies, design layouts, equipment installations and related industrial practices.
- MET 20500 Production Drawing and CAD II (3 cr.) Class: 2, Lab: 2. P: TECH 10400 or CGT 11000 (Or Instructors Consent). Application of 3D modeling referenced from engineering drawings (assembly and detail drawings). Topics include: 3D solid modeling, solids editing, lighting and rendering.
- MET 20900 Three-Dimensional NURBS Modeling (3 cr.) Class: 2, Lab: 2. P: TECH 10400 or CGT 11000 (Or Instructors Consent). Introduction to 3D geometric modeling using NURBS-based CAD modeling. Emphasis on creating, editing, manipulating and presenting 3D conceptual and production models. Efficient modeling strategies, data exchange and an overview of down-stream applications is included.
- MET 21100 Applied Strength of Materials (4 cr.) Class 3, Lab 2; or Class 4. P: 11100 and 16300 or 16000. C: MATH 22100. The principles of strength, stiffness, and stability are introduced and applied primarily to mechanical components.
- MET 21300 Dynamics (4 cr.) Class 2, Lab 2; or Class 3. P: 11100. C: MATH 22100. Kinematics and kinetics principles of rigid-body dynamics are introduced. Emphasis is on the analysis of bodies in plane motion.
- MET 21400 Machine Elements (3 cr.) Class 3. P: 21100 and PHYS 21800. The theories and methods of statics, dynamics, and strength of materials applied to the selection of basic machine components. The course will develop the fundamental principles required to select the individual elements making up a machine.
- MET 23000 Fluid Power (3 cr.) Class 2, Lab 2; or Class 3. P: 11100, PHYS 21800. This course consists of the study of compressible and incompressible fluid statics and dynamics as applied to hydraulic and pneumatic pumps, motors, transmissions, and controls.
- MET 24000 Basic Foundry (3 cr.) Class 2, Lab 2. P: 14100 and 14200. Casting processes of the past, present, and future. Special emphasis on developing problem-solving skills in using cast parts in manufacturing. Lectures, reading assignments, audiovisual presentations, demonstrations, and field trips. Assignment sheets with study questions are used in preparing students for discussion sessions and tests. Each student must also research and write a five-page paper on some aspect of the foundry industry or give a demonstration in the laboratory.
- MET 27100 Programming for Numerical Control (3 cr.) Class 2, Lab 2. P: 24200 and MATH 15900 or consent of instructor. An introduction to manual, conversational, and computer-aided programming. Incremental and absolute programming systems. Machine-based conversational languages and computer-aided programming languages.
- MET 29900 Mechanical Engineering Technology (1-3 cr.) Class 0-3, Lab 0-9. Hours and subject matter to be arranged by staff. Primarily for third- or fourth-semester students with special aptitudes. Course may be repeated for up to 9 credit hours.
- MET 30500 Computer-Aided Design with Applications (3 cr.) Class: 2, Lab: 2. P: TECH10400 or CGT11000 (Or Instructors Consent). This course provides advanced study of computer-aided drafting and design utilizing current industrial computer-aided design systems. The courses covers the use of these systems in three dimensional and parametric modeling applicaitons.
- MET 31000 Computer-Aided Machine Design (3 cr.) Class 2, Lab 2. P: 21400. Introduction to the use of specialized programs to analyze machine components such as shafts, linkages, springs, and cams. Use of finite element analysis to analyze mechanical systems.
- MET 32800 CAD/CAM for Mechanical Design (3 cr.) Class: 2, Lab: 2 plus 1 arranged. P: TECH 10400 or CGT 11000, TECH10500 or MET 10500 (Or Instructor's Consent). Basic operations of mechanical design-drafting. A PC CAD (2D and 3D) laboratory-centered course introducing the basic steps involved in the geometric design of mechanical parts. This class provides an overview and continues into a detailed investigation of parametric modeling. Parametric modeling concepts will be applied to problems using standard industrial practices. Students must possess a solid background in engineering or technical graphics.
- MET 33800 Manufacturing Processes (4 cr.) Class (3) Lab (2). P: MATH 15400. C: MET 34800.Course Covers basic fabrication and material removal manufacturing processes. Areas studied include casting, forging, material joining, forming, basic metal removal mechanisms, automated manufacturing processes, dimensional metrology for quality control and manufacturing process planning. The course emphasizes the selection and application of the various manufacturing processes
- MET 34800 Engineering Materials (4 cr.) Class (3) Lab (1) P: CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121. This course gives an overview of the material families of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. Emphasis is placed on the structure, properties, and design selection for these materials for engineering applications. Problem-solving skills are developed in the areas of materials selection, evaluation, measurement, and testing. A laboratory component is included for hands-on experiences of exploring and testing properties of different families of materials, and selection of the materials for engineering applications.
- MET 35000 Applied Fluid Mechanics (3 cr.) Class 3. P: 11100 and 22000. The fundamentals of fluid mechanics, including properties of fluids; pressure; hydrostatic force on submerged areas; kinematics and dynamics of fluid flow; friction and sizing of pipes; selection of pumps.
- MET 36000 Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning I (3 cr.) Class 3; or Class 2, Lab 2. P: 22000. Investigation of basics required to design heating and ventilating systems. Heat loss, humidification, duct design, equipment selection, and solar heating. Codes and standards emphasized.
- MET 37400 Technical Sales (3 cr.) Class 3. A study of the principles and practices of selling technical products and/or services. The course covers product knowledge, buying motives, the phases of a sale, ethical and legal aspects, synergistic selling, and career opportunities in technical sales. Utilizes role playing.
- MET 38800 Thermodynamics & Heat Power (4 cr.) Class: 2, Lab 1. P: PHYS 21800 and MATH 22100. Course provides the engineering technology student with an introduction to the principles of thermodynamics and heat transfer. Basic thermodynamic processes are used to evaluate the performance of energy based systems such as internal combustion engines, power plants, and refrigeration equipment.
- MET 41400 Design of Mechanical Projects (3 cr.) Class 1, Lab 4. P: Senior Standing. Application of the fundamental principles of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical technology to the design of mechanical systems. Discussion of the design process and continuation of topics in the design of machine elements. A semester design project is required.
- MET 42600 Internal Combustion Engines (3 cr.) Class 2, Lab 3. P: 22000. A study of the spark ignition, compression ignition, and continuous-burning internal combustion engines.
- MET 42800 Advanced CAD for Mechanical Design and Drafting (3 cr.) Class 2, Lab 3. P: 32800 or equivalent. Mechanical and geometric modeling of complex surfaces, with manufacturing emphasis using wire-frame and shaded imaging techniques.
- MET 47200 Vehicle Dynamics (3 cr.) Class 3. P: MET 21300, MSTE 21000 or ME 27400 or equivalent or permission of instructor. The course provides a study of vehicle chassis, suspension, and aerodynamic systems with a focus on high performance.
- MET 49700 Senior Project (3 cr.) Class 2, Lab 2. Directed work on individual projects for senior mechanical technology students.
- MET 49900 Mechanical Engineering Technology (1-4 cr.) Class 0-4, Lab 0-9. Hours and subject matter to be arranged by staff. Course may be repeated for up to 9 credit hours.
- MET-E 198 Employment Enrichment Experience I (1 cr.) P: Sophomore standing, a minimum GPA of 2.3,and program advisor approval. A semester or summer of external, full-time, related career experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career. A comprehensive written report on the internship experience is required.
- MET-E 298 Employment Enrichment Experience II (1 cr.) P: Sophomore standing, a minimum GPA of 2.3,and program advisor approval. A semester or summer of external, full-time, related career experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career. A comprehensive written report on the internship experience is required.
- MET-I 198 Career Enrichment Internship I (1 cr.) P: Sophomore standing, a minimum GPA of 2.7, and program advisor (1 cr.) P: Sophomore standing, a minimum GPA of 2.3,and program advisor approval. A semester or summer of external, full-time, related career experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career. A comprehensive written report on the internship experience is required.
- MET-I 298 Career Enrichment Internship II (1 cr.) P: Sophomore standing, a minimum GPA of 2.3,and program advisor approval. A semester or summer of external, full-time, related career experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career. A comprehensive written report on the internship experience is required.
- TECH 20000 Cooperative Education Practice I (1-3 cr.)
Semester of external career related experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career.
*A minimum of 10 weeks and 200 hours are required for credit.
- TECH 20010 Career Enrichment Internship I (1-3 cr.)
Semester of external career related experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career.
*A minimum of 10 weeks and 200 hours are required for credit.
- TECH 25000 Cooperative Education Practice II (1-3 cr.)
Semester of external career related experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career.
*A minimum of 10 weeks and 200 hours are required for credit.
- TECH 25010 Career Enrichment Internship II (1-3 cr.)
Semester of external career related experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career.
*A minimum of 10 weeks and 200 hours are required for credit.
- TECH 30000 Cooperative Education Practice III (1-3 cr.)
Semester of external career related experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career.
*A minimum of 10 weeks and 200 hours are required for credit.
- TECH 30010 Career Enrichment Internship III (1-3 cr.)
Semester of external career related experiences designed to enhance the student's preparedness for entering an initial or second career.
*A minimum of 10 weeks and 200 hours are required for credit.