Mechanical Engineering Technology

Associate in Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology

71 Credit Hours

The Mechanical Engineering Technology program prepares students for employment as engineering technicians with industry, consulting engineering firms, public utilities and governmental agencies. Graduates typically obtain jobs as heating, ventilation and air conditioning technicians, machine parts and marine drafters, engineering assistants, field engineer technicians, quality control technicians, mechanical design technicians, and product development technicians.

General Education Core Requirements

ENG 101	English Composition I	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. It also reviews standard usage and presents basic research techniques.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 100 with a minimum grade of C or appropriate placement

MAT 170	Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course includes elementary algebra, geometry, trigonometry and applications.Learn More

SPC 205	Public Speaking	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course introduces the principles of public speaking with the application of speaking skills in varied communication situations. Emphasis is placed on content and organization in the development and delivery of oral messages.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 100 with a minimum grade of C or appropriate test scores.
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SPC 209	Interpersonal Communication	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course introduces the principles of interpersonal communication with emphasis on interpersonal theory as applied to personal and professional relationships. This course focuses on interpersonal message development and analysis in a variety of communication contexts, including self, stranger, acquaintance, business and personal.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 100 with a minimum grade of C or appropriate test scores.

REQ HUM

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REQ SSC

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Major Requirements

EEM 251	Programmable Controllers	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course introduces programmable control systems with emphasis on basic programming techniques. A variety of input/output devices and their applications are covered.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 114 and EEM 107 or EET 113 or EGR 110

EET 113	Electrical Circuits I	4
Lec: 2.5 Lab: 4.5 Credit:4 This course is a study of direct and alternating currents, covering resistance and impedance in series, parallel and series-parallel circuits using Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s laws, and basic circuit theorems. Circuits are analyzed using mathematics and verified using electrical instruments.Learn More Prerequisites EGR 104 or departmental approval

EET 131	Active Devices	4
Lec: 3 Lab: 3 Credit:4 This course is a study of semiconductor theory and principles, diodes and diode circuits, transistors and transistor circuits, and other components. Circuits are modeled, constructed and tested.Learn More Prerequisites EET 113

EET 145	Digital Circuits	4
Lec: 2.5 Lab: 4.5 Credit:4 This course is a study of number systems, basic logic gates, Boolean algebra, logic optimization, flip-flops, counters and registers. Circuits are modeled, constructed and tested.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 114 or EGR 104

EGR 104	Engineering Technology Foundations	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This problem-based course introduces the student to fundamental concepts of electrical, mechanical, thermal, fluids, optical and material systems related to engineering technology. Workplace readiness skills such as laboratory safety, communications and teamwork are integrated into the course.Learn More Prerequisites MAT 033 or appropriate test score

EGR 110	Introduction to Computer Environment	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course provides an overview of computer hardware, available software, operating systems and applications.Learn More Prerequisites MAT 033 or appropriate placement

EGR 170	Engineering Materials	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course is a study of properties, material behaviors and applications.Learn More Prerequisites MAT 170

EGR 175	Manufacturing Processes	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course includes processes, alternatives and operations in the manufacturing environment. Key elements of manufacturing processes such as quality, materials management, personnel issues and industrial economics will be covered.Learn More Prerequisites ENG 101 and MAT 170

EGR 194	Statics and Strength of Materials	4
Lec: 4 Lab: 0 Credit:4 This course covers external and internal forces in structures and/or machines, including conditions of equilibrium, systems of force, moments of inertia and friction. It also covers stress – strain relationships in materials.Learn More Prerequisites EGR 290

EGR 234	Control Principles	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a study of fundamental control process, analogous system of units, first and second order response, the fundamentals computer control systems, and applications of a typical process.Learn More Prerequisites EGR 290

EGR 255	Engineering Technology Senior Systems Project	2
Lec: 2 Lab: 0 Credit:2 This course includes an instructor-approved project which is designed, specified, constructed and tested.Learn More Prerequisites EET 131 and EET 145 and EGR 234 and MET 237

EGR 290	Numerical Applications in Engineering Technology	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course provides the fundamental concepts of numerical problem solving for engineering technology. Techniques and methods are employed to develop a problem solving methodology using the principles of algebra and trigonometry.Learn More Prerequisites MAT 170

EGT 130	Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Applications	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course covers interpreting, calculating tolerances, inspecting, computing geometrics of rejected parts and analyzing the concepts of geometric control.Learn More Prerequisites EGT 151 or EGR 275 or departmental approval

EGT 151	Introduction to CAD	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the operation of a computer aided drafting system. The course includes interaction with a CAD station to produce technical drawings.Learn More

MET 233	Applied Thermal Principles	4
Lec: 4 Lab: 0 Credit:4 This course emphasizes the application of the laws of thermal science in the workplace. Systems covered include steam power, gas turbines, internal combustion, refrigeration, heat pumps, psychometry, air conditioning and heat transfer. Appropriate instrumentation for measuring temperature, pressure, flow, level and related phenomena will be utilized.Learn More Prerequisites ENG 101

MET 237	Fluids: Principles and Application	4
Lec: 3.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:4 This course covers the flow of incompressible fluids in pipes using the general energy equation. An analysis of proven hydraulic circuits is included. Compressible fluids will also be studied. Pneumatic systems applications will be explored.Learn More Prerequisites EGR 110 and EGR 290 and ENG 101

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Electives

Select one course from the following.

ACR 210	Heat Pumps	4
Lec: 3 Lab: 3 Credit:4 This course is a study of theory and operational principles of the heat pump.Learn More Prerequisites ACR 106 and ACR 108 and ACR 109

EEM 252	Programmable Controllers Applications	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the application of programmable controller theories and operation procedures. Topics such as interfacing, data manipulation and report generation are covered. Programmable controller projects are constructed, operated and tested.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 251

EGT 152	Fundamentals of CAD	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course includes a related series of problems and exercises utilizing the computer graphics station as a drafting tool.Learn More Prerequisites EGR 275 or EGT 151

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Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying placement levels.