Course Descriptions

Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Undergraduate Courses

MNET 131
Machining Technology ----- 3
An introduction to machine tools used in industry and their usage, principles of operations, and production methods.  Hands-on laboratory activities provide the students with the opportunity to use various machining equipment, become familiar with various cutting tools, and perform measurement using precision measuring devices.  Corequisite courses:  MNET 131L.

MNET 131L
Machining Technology Lab ----- 0
Corequisite courses:  MNET 131.

MNET 132
Welding Technology ----- 3
An introduction to welding processes used in industry and their usage, principles of operations, and production methods.  Hands-on laboratory activities provide the students with the opportunity to use various welding processes for joining of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.  Corequisite courses:  MNET 132L.

MNET 132L
Welding Technology Lab ----- 0
Corequisite courses:  MNET 132.

MNET 200
Manufacturing Engineering Technology Off campus orientation ----- 0
MNET enrollment sustaining.

MNET 231
Manufacturing Processes I ----- 3
The topics in this course cover the fundamentals of traditional and non-traditional manufacturing processes including mass reducing, mass conserving, joining, material treatment, and surface treatment processes.  Hands-on experiences in laboratories provide the class participants with basic skills in machining and welding processes.  Corequisite courses:  MNET 231L.

MNET 231L
Manufacturing Processes I Lab ----- 0
Corequisite courses:  MNET 231.

MNET 232
Manufacturing Processes II ----- 3
This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to expand on the topics covered in MNET 231.  The course extends the manufacturing processes topics to include effects on work materials properties, tool materials and geometry and analysis of factors effecting the output of various processes.  The second course will include numerous local industry tours that include plastics, metal fabrication, electronics, wood, etc.  Prerequisites:  MNET 231.  Corequisite courses:  MNET 232L.

MNET 232L
Manufacturing Processes II Lab ----- 0
Corequisite courses:  MNET 232.

MNET 241
Applied Mechanics ----- 3
Basic statics, dynamics, and two-dimensional analysis of stress and strain.  Fundamental principles of structural and machine elements.  Prerequisites:  1 course from Subject MATH, except courses Math 021, Math 101, Math 102 & 1 course from Subject PHYS, except courses Phys 101, Phys 102.  Crosslisted with GE 241.

MNET 243
Introduction to Materials Science ----- 3
Basic concepts presented in relation to common engineering materials.  Topics include physical and mechanical properties of materials.  Laboratories utilize common materials science apparatus and relate to common industrial practices.  Prerequisites:  Chem 106.  Corequisite courses:  MNET 243L.

MNET 243L
Introduction to Materials Science Lab ----- 0
Corequisite courses:  MNET 243.

MNET 251
Electricity and Electronics I ----- 3
The course is designed to provide students with a background and understanding of the essential topics in AC/DC circuits, electrical circuit materials, electrical energy and sources of electricity, basic circuits and their analysis, magnetism, and applications of motors, generators, and power distribution.  Prerequisites:  1 course from Subject MATH, except courses Math 021, Math 101, Math 100T, Math 102.  Corequisite courses:  MNET 251L.  Crosslisted with EET 251.

MNET 251L
Electricity and Electronics I Lab ----- 0
Corequisite courses:  MNET 251.

MNET 252
Electricity and Electronics II ----- 3
This course is the continuation of MNET 251 and is designed to provide students with a background and understanding of the essential topics in semiconductor amplifiers and their applications.  Other topics include digital logic, integrated circuits, oscillators, AM/FM communications, TV signal transmissions, and computer structure and operations.  Prerequisites:  MNET 251.  Corequisite courses:  MNET 252L.  Crosslisted with EET 252.

MNET 252L
Electricity and Electronics II Lab ----- 0
Corequisite courses:  MNET 252.

MNET 260
Principles of Production and Operations Management ----- 3
A broad analytical 'systems' viewpoint is used to develop competency in management decision-making and problem solving in operations setting in various businesses and specially manufacturing.  This course involves the study of the PRODUCTION end of business, where resources are transferred into goods and services, and the MANAGEMENT of operations through effective planning, implementing, and monitoring for continuous improvement.  Prerequisites:  1 course from Subject MATH, except courses Math 021, Math 101, Math 100T. Crosslisted with BAdm 260.

MNET 291
Independent Study ----- 1-3
Provides the student with the opportunity to identify a problem and develop a hypothesis, gather information which might be used in solving the problem, and report actual findings and accomplishments.  Prerequisites:  Sophomore or Junior level standing & Instructor approval.

MNET 292
Special Topics ----- 1-3
Current selected topics in the manufacturing engineering technology field.  Prerequisites:  Sophomore or Junior level standing & Instructor approval.

MNET 292L
Special Topics Lab ----- 0
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.

MNET 293
Workshop ----- 0-3
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.

MNET 296
Field Experience -----1-3
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.

MNET 320
Computer Aided Design/Drawing (CI) ----- 3
Major course emphasis will be on creating 3-dimensional solid models using current design software.  Courses will include the basic concepts of a feature-based parametric design, and the generation of mass properties, part drawings, assembly drawings and documentation.  Prerequisite:  GE 120 or GE 123.  Corequisite course:  MNET 320L.

MNET 320L
Computer aided Design/Drawing Lab (CI) ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 320.

MNET 334
CAM/CNC ----- 3
This courses focuses  on Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines programming and operations.  Automatic programming of CNC machines using Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software is also the focus of this course.  Prerequisites: GE 120 or GE 123, MNET 231.  Corequisite course:  MNET 334L.

MNET 334L
CAM/CNC Lab ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 334.

MNET 338
Industrial Plastics ----- 3
Study of plastic materials and processes including characteristics and properties and various manufacturing processes used for production of plastic products.  Prerequisites:  MNET 231, MNET 243.  Corequisite course:  MNET 338L.

MNET 338L
Industrial Plastics Lab ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 338.

MNET 343
Properties of Materials ----- 3
Material properties are studied and related to various phenomena that occur in metals, composites, plastics, and ceramics.  Topics include bonding, strengthening mechanisms,  fracture mechanics,  casting processes, powder metallurgy, corrosion and surface engineering.  Prerequisite:  MNET 243.  Corequisite course:  MNET 343L.

MNET 343L
Properties of Materials Lab ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 343.

MNET 350
Fluid Power Technology ----- 3
Basic fluid mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, control systems and common industrial circuits.  Prerequisites:  Phys 113 or Phys 213, Math 123 or Math 121.  Corequisite course:  MNET 350L.

MNET 350L
Fluid Power Technology Lab ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 350.

MNET 362
Time and Motion Studies  ----- 3
Methods engineering in business and industry: improving methods of performing and measuring work done by individuals or groups through motion analysis, charging techniques, and principles of motion economy.  Prerequisites:  MNET 231, MNET 260.

MNET 365
Occupational Safety and Health  ----- 3
This course is designed to provide knowledge of the practice of providing safe environments.  Study will involve developing safety concepts, recognition of OSHA and Worker's Compensation regulations, Hazard recognition, identifying the cost of accidents, ergonomics, and emphasis on a proactive approach of accident prevention.  Crosslisted with GE 425 and CM 400.

MNET 367
Plant Layout and Material Handling  ----- 3
Analysis and design of facilities and material handling systems for efficient and economical production.  Prerequisites:  GE 120 or GE 123,  MNET 260.

MNET 436
Production Tooling Methods and Measurement ----- 3
An overview of machine tool design, application, manufacture and general measurement techniques.  subject includes jigs, fixtures, molds, tools and dies in various production settings.  Also included are material selection, precision machining, related manufacturing processes, manufacturing inspection equipment and techniques, dimensional metrology and geometric conformance, and surface texture and integrity.  Prerequisites:  MNET 320, MNET 334.  Corequisite course:  MNET 436L.

MNET 436L
Production Tooling Methods and Measurement Lab ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 436.

MNET 451
Industrial Electronics and Control ----- 3
This course teaches industrial motion control (servomechanisms) and process control (instrumentation) systems.  The course describes the concepts and the operation of electronic devices, circuits, systems, and applications used in industry.  Prerequisites:  MNET 252 or EET 320, Math 121 or 123.  Corequisite course:  MNET 451L.  Crosslisted with EET 451.

MNET 451L
Industrial Electronics and Control Lab ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 451.

MNET 453
Manufacturing Automation ----- 3
The course offers advanced topics in manufacturing automation including automation hardware/software, system design and integration, and management techniques for improving design and manufacturing operations.  Hands-on lab activities provide the students the opportunity to develop and program automated systems.  Prerequisite:  MNET 451.  Corequisite course:  MNET 453L.

MNET 453L
Manufacturing Automation Lab ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 453.

MNET 460
Manufacturing Cost Analysis ----- 3
The main focus of this course is on cost estimating related to various manufacturing processes and products and developing budget proposals for analysis and evaluation of manufacturing capital expenditure.  Prerequisites:  MNET 231, MNET 260.

MNET 462
Quality Management ----- 3
Course focus is on managerial philosophies and techniques of quality planning and control.  This includes quality improvement tools, reliability, cost of quality, and human factors that effect the quality initiatives.  Prerequisites:  MNET 260, Stat 281.

MNET 463
Production and Inventory Management ----- 3
Study and analysis of activities in the flow of materials from the supplier to the consumer.  These include physical supply, operations planning and control, storage and warehousing, and physical distribution.  Prerequisites:  MNET 231, MNET 260.

MNET 468
Manufacturing Plant Management  ----- 3
A case-oriented capstone course designed to integrate the technical, managerial, analytical, and communication skills which have been acquired.  Prerequisites:  MNET 367, MNET 463.

MNET 470
Project Management (AW) ----- 2
Basic theory, application, and techniques of project management applied to technical projects.  A team-oriented, collaborative approach to building and testing products, developing and managing processes, and/or conducting applied research.  Must take MNET 471/471L in spring semester.  Prerequisite: Instructor's consent required.  Corequisite course:  MNET 470L.  Crosslisted with EET 470. 

MNET 470L
Project Management Lab ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 470.

MNET 471
Capstone Experience ----- 1
Conclusion of technical projects started in MNET 470 Project Management.  Teams document and present the results of the implemented projects.  Prerequisite:  MNET 470.  Crosslisted with EET 471.

MNET 471L
Capstone Experience Lab ----- 0
Corequisite course:  MNET 471.

MNET 491
Independent Study ----- 1-3
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.

MNET 492
Topics ----- 1-3
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.

MNET 492L
Topics Lab ----- 0
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.

MNET 493
Workshop ----- 0-3
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.

MNET 494
Internship (AW) ----- 1-3
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.

MNET 496
Field Experience -----1-3
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.

MNET 497
Cooperative Education ----- 1-3
Prerequisite:  Instructor's consent required.
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