Mechanical Power Transmission Systems

MET220

Introduction to the theory and practice of mechanical power transmission through the use of mechanisms such as ball screws, acme screws, gears, clutches, chains, belts, servo drives, linear ways, linear actuators, box ways, couplings, universal joints, and transmissions. Fundamentals of units, mass, force, work, torque, power, HP, efficiency, and friction are discussed. Proper sizing and selection of components such as shafts, bearings, and lubricants are covered. Coursework includes conducting component failure analyses and proper safeguarding of all items. Fall Only.

4 Credits: 3 Lecture, 3 Lab

Prerequisites:
MTH180; or
MTH124; or
MTH123; or
MTH181

Mechatronic System Maintenance

MET234

Exploration of mechatronics maintenance from a practical perspective with an emphasis on safety. Focus placed on the interaction of mechanical and electrical equipment in today’s manufacturing world. Topics include system and component design, installation, and practical applications on a variety of mechatronics equipment including cobots, robots, gantry rails, laser scanners, sensors, and conveyance systems. Process flow equipment such as pumps, valves, scales, and instrumentation are also covered including data trending from an engineering and predictive maintenance perspective. Spring Only.

3 Credits: 1 Lecture, 6 Lab

Prerequisites:
MET220

Computer Solutions of Engineering Problems

MET311

Analysis of engineering problems and the use of computational hardware and software to derive solutions. High-level languages, applied artificial intelligence software, and specific engineering applications software are used to solve problems. Emphasis on choosing effective computational resources and computing strategies for engineering technology problems.

3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Lab

Prerequisites:
CSC124 and MTH180; or
CSC124 and MTH190; or
CSC124 and MTH181; or
CSC124 and MTH191

Engineering Economics

MET315

Economic justification of engineering projects, replacement analysis of existing projects or capital assets, and economic comparison of alternative projects based on the cash flow approach.

3 Credits: 3 Lecture

Prerequisites:
ECO111 and MTH181; or
ECO111 and MTH191; or
ECO111 and MTH240; or
ECO111 and MTH242

Lean Manufacturing & Quality Control

MET319

Application of lean principles in manufacturing. Discussion covers practical approaches to implementing lean concepts, such as Flow, Pull Systems, Kanban, Kaizen, 5S, Pokayoke, Visual Control, and Andon to develop efficient manufacturing and assembly processes.

3 Credits: 3 Lecture

Engineering Ethics & Legal Issues

MET321

Engineering ethics, licensure, legal, and ethical issues; moral and ethical debates; and role of engineer. Discussion covers the tensions between the need for profit, engineering and technical constraints, and long-term impacts. Other topics include the nature and limits of product and professional liability, the impact of multicultural variables and diversity on institutions, and the role of government agencies and regulations. Related degrees, licensure, profession accreditation, and accrediting bodies are presented. (Science, Technology and Society,Writing Enriched )

3 Credits: 3 Lecture

Advanced Manufacturing Systems I

MET435

Theory and application of the evolving technologies used to produce goods and services. Course work includes designing manufacturing projects using project management software and then creating product designs using 3-D parametric computer-aided design (CAD) software. Fall Only.

3 Credits: 3 Lecture

Prerequisites:
MET319

Advanced Manufacturing Systems II

MET445

Innovative principles of manufacturing technologies used to produce goods and services. Designed to prepare the manufacturing technologist to evaluate advanced manufacturing systems, and then apply those that can improve the production processes. Emphasis on manufacturing planning, manufacturing resource planning and control software (MRP), and simulation modeling of production processes. Spring Only.

3 Credits: 3 Lecture

Prerequisites:
MET435

Rapid Prototyping

MET460

Advanced study of manufacturing systems and concepts employed in rapid prototyping. Topics include 3D object definition, rapid prototyping technologies, finite element structural analysis, and selection of appropriate modeling and finishing methods. Spring Only.

3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Lab

Corequisites:
MET445

Prerequisites:
MET319; or
CAD120; or
CAD122; or
CAD123; or
CAD124

Senior Seminar Lecture

MET494

Theory and practice of defining, planning, and cost estimating engineering problems. Emphasis on solving problems using the tools, techniques, and practices common to industry and the engineering profession. Special emphasis on working with engineers, achieving tasks, testing applications, and completing projects such as feasibility studies, engineering design, or simulations. Course work includes a formal capstone project proposal, which will serve as the plan for an approved project for the Senior Seminar lab.

1 Credit: 1 Lecture

Senior Seminar - Lab

MET496

Individualized learning experience in which the student, working under a faculty mentor, completes and delivers the finished project as outlined during the lecture, planning portion of the senior seminar experience. Successful completion requires a finished project, including executive summary, an evaluation process, and a verbal presentation. Spring Only.

3 Credits: 0 Lecture, 9 Lab

Prerequisites:
MET494