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Engineering Technologies Division
engineering tecHnology
(Automated) Manufacturing Engineering Technology Option
In the Manufacturing Engineering Program students learn to develop the most competitive manufacturing processes to produce the new
‘high tech’ products needed for the future. Students learn basic engineering fundamentals and how to apply scientific principles to solve
technical problems. Advanced computer design and simulations are used throughout the two-year curriculum to find alternative solutions
for advanced industrial enterprises. The program covers a full range of industrial processes that include advanced automated programming
skills for equipment controls and computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines using computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software.
Students also learn how to use the newest quality assurance procedures such as Statistical Process Control in order to improve product quality.
Students will gain valuable experience in the engineering design courses, as well as a sound business sense for budgets and cost comparisons.
The manufacturing engineering graduate is a flexible, adaptable team member within the evolving technological industrial environment.
Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in ‘high tech’ fields of industry or for transfer to Bachelor of Science programs in manufacturing
or mechanical engineering disciplines. When graduates enter the career field directly after graduation, they are capable of using
state-of-the-art skills and knowledge needed to be valued employees in advanced technology industries.
Graduates are employed in various industrial fields of manufacturing engineering, product development, CNC/CAM programming, and
project or production supervision. This program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for
Engineering and Technology (TAC of ABET), Accreditation Director for Engineering Technology, Accreditation Board for Engineering and
Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202.
Common core course listings and definitions appear on pages 48-50. Placement testing will determine the sequencing
of courses. Additional courses may be required. The suggested sequence for full-time students is shown below.
Refer to page 49 for a listing of courses that will satisfy elective requirements.
Prior to taking the courses listed below, the following prerequisites are required: TCN*H101 Introduction to Engineering Technology,
and MFG*H104 Manufacturing Processes.
Program objectives
Upon successful completion of the program requirements, the graduates will be able to:
1. Apply appropriate mathematical and scientific principles to manufacturing practices and
materials.
Course No. Title Credits 2. Use state-of-the-art software and hardware for manufacturing processes.
EET*H102 Electrical Applications 3 3. Design and prepare CAD drawings of tooling and fixtures for manufacturing assemblies
ENG*H101 Composition 3 and processes.
MAT*H172 College Algebra 3 4. Perform individually or as a member of a team to complete manufacturing projects in an
industrial environment.
PHy*H121 General Physics I 4 5. Conduct experiments, analyze data, and interpret results from controlled laboratory experi-
CoM*H100 Introduction to Communication 3 mentation in manufacturing and materials applications.
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systems.
7. Act consistently with the ethical standards and conduct of a professional in Manufacturing
CAD*H150 CAD 2D 3 Engineering Technology.
CHE*H111 Concepts of Chemistry 4 8. Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using written, oral, and computer
MAT*H185 Trigonometric Functions 3 skills.
MEC*H108 Statics 5 9. Possess the educational background needed to:
a. obtain employment as a manufacturing technician, and
MFG*H106 Computer-Aided Mfg I 3 b. continue studies toward a B.S. degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering
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technology as well as other engineering programs.
ENG*H102 Literature and Composition 3
MAT*254 Calculus I 4
MFG*H201 Computer-Aided Mfg II 3
MFG*H210 Materials of Engineering 4
MFG*H275 Mechanics of Materials 3
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Elective Behavioral or Social Science 3
Elective Directed Elective 5
MFG*H200 Manufacturing Management 3
MFG*H230 Statistical Process Control 3
MFG-H2248 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3
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total credit Hours 68
DirecteD electiveS
MFG*H217 Tool Design
MEC*H284 Machine Design
Program outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program requirements, the graduates will demonstrate the
ability to:
1. a) Use college algebra, trigonometry, and differential calculus for computational analyses of
problems and experiments in mechanics, manufacturing and materials.
b) Use the principles of physics I, statics, and strength of materials to understand product
manufacture and design of tooling.
c) Use the concepts of chemistry to understand the properties and selection of engineering
materials.
2. a) Program with Manual Data Input software to prepare the program steps for CNC parts
manufacture.
b) Apply Computer-Aided Design and MasterCAM software for direct programming of
CNC machining steps on a lathe and milling machine.
3. Design tooling and fixtures by employing appropriate materials and mathematical analysis for
force to determine axial, bending, and torsion stresses and strains.
4. Complete tooling and fixture drawings using Computer-Aided Design software.
5. Demonstrate effective participation as a member of a multicultural team that investigates a
mathematical solution to a technical problem or evaluates the properties of a material in a
laboratory.
6. Prepare experimental procedures, collect data, and analyze results for manufacturing processes
and materials analysis in the laboratory or industrial machine shop.
7. a) Complete manufacturing process plans for turning and milling machining operations, as
well as forming operations for metallic and nonmetallic materials.
b) Prepare quality assurance methods using statistical process control procedures using
control limits and ranges for dimensions and attributes.
8. Apply professional ethics for engineers and technicians to make appropriate decisions based
on real-world case studies.
9. Prepare technical and laboratory reports, acceptable to industry requirements, using word
processing software.
10. Make oral presentations to a group, acceptable to industry requirements, using Power Point
software.
11. Utilize available information and data sources in support of manufacturing operations and
select appropriate manufacturing processes.
12. Gain employment as an engineering technician or other technical career.
13. Continue academic progress toward a B.S. degree in engineering or engineering technology.
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