COURSES OFFERED

This course provides an overview of manufacturing industries in modern society and processes involved in manufacturing today. Career opportunities and preparation required for employment in the field are emphasized.

This course introduces students to materials of manufacture, their properties, characteristics, classification, and treatment. The manufacturing processes of material removal, fabrication, joining, surface preparation, casting, molding, forging, and extruding are also covered. The course will assist the student in preparing for certification as a CMT (Certified Manufacturing Technologist) sponsored by the SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers).

In this course students are introduced to the flow of materials and information in a manufacturing organization. Topics covered include planning and control systems, process engineering, management theory, materials management, manufacturing economics, quality assurance, CAD (Computer Aided Design), and CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing). The course will assist the student in preparing for certification as a CMT (Certified Manufacturing Technologist) sponsored by the SME (Society of manufacturing Engineers).

This course is designed to explore topics in Manufacturing Technology more specific than provided in other courses in the regular departmental curriculum. Students are referred to the current schedule of classes for details of specific courses.

In this course, students will explore the technologies used to fabricate model robotic systems. Additional topics covered include basic electronics theory, electromechanical fabrication, micro-controller operation, machining processes, metal fabrication, and careers in technology. Project building and problem solving will be stressed.

This course covers robotic and automation applications with emphasis on embedded electronics, micro-controller programming, motors, and drive trains. Additional topics covered include electronics theory, electromechanical fabrication, sensors, manufacturing materials and processes, and career fields in which robotic applications are used. Students will construct, program, and test a vehicular or process robot.

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Independent Study

This course provides special advanced studies in a subject field of Manufacturing Technology not covered in the regular departmental offerings. Regular conferences with the instructor are coordinated with assigned Manufacturing Technology projects (60 hours per unit).

Note: Refer to page 11 of the College Catalog for eligibility requirements.