Credit Course Schedules

Students will be introduced to the basics of hydraulic and pneumatic machinery. They will study the basic components of these systems, such as pumps, valves, and actuators. This course will include a combination of laboratory activities and computer-based simulations. Students will also discuss safety standards for pneumatic and hydraulic systems. No requisites. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will focus on engineering drawing fundamentals, incorporating both manual and computer-aided drafting. Topics include free-hand sketching, principles of applied geometry, orthographic projections, dimensioning, section views, pictorials, conventional drawing practices, standards, tolerancing, and an introduction to 2-D wire frame software such as AutoCAD. Students will create and modify CAD geometry, text, and dimensions. No requisites. J fall. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn the programming and operation of Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machine tools. Manual programming of two and three axis mills and lathes using canned cycles will be covered. Topics discussed will include CNC machine components, absolute and incremental programming, preparatory functions (G-codes), miscellaneous functions (M codes), work piece offsets, tool length offsets, cutter compensation and cutting tools and workholding methods for CNC. Lab projects provide hands-on experience for students on CNC controllers. Prerequisite: MCT 1270. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn the programming and operation of Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machine tools. Manual programming of two and three axis mills and lathes using canned cycles will be covered. Topics discussed will include CNC machine components, absolute and incremental programming, preparatory functions (G-codes), miscellaneous functions (M codes), work piece offsets, tool length offsets, cutter compensation and cutting tools and workholding methods for CNC. Lab projects provide hands-on experience for students on CNC controllers. Prerequisite: MCT 1270. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will gain exposure to setting up and running manual machine tools such as lathes, mills, and drill presses. In this course, the students will concentrate on more hands-on applications of set-up and machining of more complex parts using the manual equipment in the MTI lab. Prerequisites: MCT 1240, 1270; Eligibility MAT1590. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will gain exposure to setting up and running manual machine tools such as lathes, mills, and drill presses. In this course, the students will concentrate on more hands-on applications of set-up and machining of more complex parts using the manual equipment in the MTI lab. Prerequisites: MCT 1240, 1270; Eligibility MAT1590. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will gain exposure to setting up and running manual machine tools such as lathes, mills, and drill presses. In this course, the students will concentrate on more hands-on applications of set-up and machining of more complex parts using the manual equipment in the MTI lab. Prerequisites: MCT 1240, 1270; Eligibility MAT1590. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will gain exposure to setting up and running manual machine tools such as lathes, mills, and drill presses. In this course, the students will concentrate on more hands-on applications of set-up and machining of more complex parts using the manual equipment in the MTI lab. Prerequisites: MCT 1240, 1270; Eligibility MAT1590. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn the safety habits and quality control practices necessary within typical industrial settings. This course will cover knowledge needed to successfully complete a national certification test on safety and quality offered through the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC). No requisites. J spring; C spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn the basics or production processes and the operational maintenance operations within typical industrial settings. This course will cover knowledge needed to successfully complete a national certification test on production and maintenance offered through the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC). No requisites. J spring; C spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will gain further exposure to actual manufacturing drawings and other information provided. The first part of the course will cover the ability to read, interpret, and construct manufacturing drawings. The second part will introduce the students to geometric tolerance and dimensioning. Prerequisite: MCT 1240; Prerequisite / Corequisite: MCT1380; Eligibility: MAT1590. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will gain further exposure to actual manufacturing drawings and other information provided. The first part of the course will cover the ability to read, interpret, and construct manufacturing drawings. The second part will introduce the students to geometric tolerance and dimensioning. Prerequisite: MCT 1240; Prerequisite / Corequisite: MCT1380; Eligibility: MAT1590. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to 3-D solid modeling software. Much of the course is spent on application of a parametric solid modeler such as Solid Works. Students will learn to create and sketch geometry and parametric solids. Students will also be introduced to detailing and assembly modeling. Emphasis is placed on establishing constraints that correctly convey the design intent. No requisites. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students receive on-the-job experience consisting of 135 hours of supervised activity in a local business or industry. Students work in conjunction with a faculty mentor and a supervisor at the job site. All guidelines in the original college internship policy will be followed. Prerequisite: completion of at least 12 college-level credits with a GPA of 2.0 or better. J occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn the various components, devices, and machines used in modern automation systems along with a study of their related electronics. Students learn the techniques of testing and troubleshooting incorporated in the industrial control setting in a team setting. Students will construct and troubleshoot an automated system including programming and sensors. No requisites. J fall; C spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn stress, strain, and the mechanical properties of materials, tension, compression, torsion, and beams. Topics such as columns, welded and riveted connections, combined stress, stress concentrations, thermal stresses, and pressure vessels are discussed. Prerequisites: MCT 1250, Eligibility MAT1600. J fall. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn stress, strain, and the mechanical properties of materials, tension, compression, torsion, and beams. Topics such as columns, welded and riveted connections, combined stress, stress concentrations, thermal stresses, and pressure vessels are discussed. Prerequisites: MCT 1250, Eligibility MAT1600. J fall. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will extend their knowledge by using the parametric solid modeler in industrial design application. Skills are developed to support applications in the area of feature patterns, molded and cast parts, sheet metal applications, lofting, and sweeps. Assembly modeling and editing is covered as well as detailing of parts and assemblies. Links to other applications such as publication bill of materials, CAM, analysis package, and other CAD systems are also featured. Prerequisite: MCT 1380. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will extend their knowledge by using the parametric solid modeler in industrial design application. Skills are developed to support applications in the area of feature patterns, molded and cast parts, sheet metal applications, lofting, and sweeps. Assembly modeling and editing is covered as well as detailing of parts and assemblies. Links to other applications such as publication bill of materials, CAM, analysis package, and other CAD systems are also featured. Prerequisite: MCT 1380. Institutional Course Syllabus

Computer-Aided Manufacturing Students will gain exposure to the principles and procedures used in PC based CAD/CAM part programming and manufacturing. Course is based on the use of local industry standard CAM software. The PC-based CAM system will be used to produce complex machined parts from detailed solid models on advanced CNC machine tools. Prerequisites: MCT 1380, MCT 2280 and MCT 2300.J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn traditional manufacturing processes. Topics include processes such as casting, hot and cold working, injection molding, powdered metallurgy and finishing, as well as MTL props and their effect on the manufacturing process, and lean manufacturing. Labs consist of tours of traditional manufacturing plants and a project which requires students to create a small factory that uses new manufacturing techniques. Emphasis of the project is on quality, reduced work in process, and the team approach. Prerequisites: MCT 1380. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will learn traditional manufacturing processes. Topics include processes such as casting, hot and cold working, injection molding, powdered metallurgy and finishing, as well as MTL props and their effect on the manufacturing process, and lean manufacturing. Labs consist of tours of traditional manufacturing plants and a project which requires students to create a small factory that uses new manufacturing techniques. Emphasis of the project is on quality, reduced work in process, and the team approach. Prerequisites: MCT 1380. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus