SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Curriculum in Mechanical
Engineering Technology
B.S. Degree
The basic principles of engineering technology analysis and design are covered in the first two years of study. The curriculum includes courses in manufacturing processes, jigs and fixtures for manufacturing, inspection, and a manufacturing laboratory.
Background for basic understanding of technology is provided by courses in solid modeling and computer-aided design, dimensioning and tolerancing, computer applications, math, and physics. Design knowledge is gained through courses in statics, applied electricity, strength of materials and materials laboratory, and machine design.
The last two years of the program focus on applied mechanical design topics in more detail, building on the foundation laid in earlier coursework. Additional courses are offered in calculus, thermodynamics, heat transfer, hydraulics, finite-element analysis, machine design, materials selection in design, and the use of parametric solids modeling design packages.
Students acquire additional hands-on experiences in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and hydraulics in the thermal science laboratory. Oral and written communications are stressed as is the ability to work within a team-oriented environment.
The program culminates with a capstone design project involving an actual design or manufacturing problem sponsored by regional industry. The student is given the opportunity to work with industrial representatives while formulating solutions to the applied design problem. The student thus gains actual applied experience prior to graduation.
A minimum of 131 credits is needed to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology. You must earn a grade of C or better in each 300- and 400-level course in the major field.
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