PURPOSE

The mission of the Department of Manufacturing and Aeronautical Engineering Technology is to emphasize applied engineering practice in the manufacturing and aerospace fields through four-year degree programs in Manufacturing Engineering Technology and Aeronautical Engineering Technology. This is accomplished by the intense application of math and science principles to the solution of technical problems in a lecture/laboratory environment. The goal of the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program is to prepare students for employment in areas such as materials, mechanics, design, manufacturing processes, automation, and quality control. The department actively supports the student chapter of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. The purpose of the Aeronautical Engineering Technology program to is prepare students for employment in areas such as aircraft and aerospace vehicle design, aerospace manufacturing, applied thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and aerodynamics, propulsion, and wind tunnel testing.

ACCREDITATION

The B.S. degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology and the B.S. degree Aeronautical Engineering Technology are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (See “Accreditation” for more information.)

DEGREES

The Department of Manufacturing and Aeronautical Engineering Technology offers the B.S. degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology and the B.S. degree in Aeronautical Engineering Technology.

For students holding an A.A.S. degree the department offers the B.A.S. degree with a concentration in production technology.

A Master of Science in Technology degree is offered for graduate study. See the Graduate Catalog for more information.

B.S. Degree Requirements

All degree requirements for the program are shown on curriculum check sheets. Requirements include First-Year Composition, University General Studies (see “General Studies”), and the Engineering Technology Core. Note that all three General Studies awareness areas are required. Consult your advisor for an approved list of courses. To graduate, students are required to complete a minimum of 128 semester hours with a 2.00 cumulative GPA, including at least 50 semester hours of upper-division courses.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology—B.S.

The B.S. degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology requires 128 semester hours as specified below:

The following courses constitute the Manufacturing Engineering Technology major and are required of all manufacturing engineering technology students. Refer to the specific concentrations for additional requirements.

A student participating in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program may select from two concentrations: manufacturing engineering technology or mechanical engineering technology.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Concentration. This concentration is designed to prepare technologists with both conceptual and practical applications of processes, materials, and products related to metalworking industries. Accordingly, this concentration is intended to prepare students to meet the responsibilities in planning the processes of production, developing the tools and machines, and integrating the facilities of production or manufacturing.

Students may select course work that focuses on the implementation of design and manufacturing strategies that favorably impact the environment before manufacturing and during manufacturing. Students address design, materials, and manufacturing problems with a focus on the environment. Concepts like design for recyclability, manufacturing material reuse, and air quality control during manufacturing are addressed. Required courses follow:

Mechanical Engineering Technology Concentration. The primary objective of the mechanical engineering technology concentration is to prepare students for entry-level work in mechanical design and testing, either in engineering or manufacturing departments in product-oriented industries. Major emphasis is placed on reducing the amount of time required by industry to make the graduate productive in any area of work. Students obtain a well-rounded academic background with an emphasis in mechanics and thermal sciences. Required courses follow:

Aeronautical Engineering Technology—B.S.

The B.S. degree in Aeronautical Engineering Technology requires 128 semester hours as specified below:

The following courses constitute the Aeronautical Engineering Technology major and are required of all Aeronautical Engineering Technology students.

APPLIED SCIENCE—B.A.S.

The Bachelor of Applied Science degree is a “capstone” degree for the Associate of Applied Science degree. The B.A.S. degree exposes students to advanced concepts and diverse critical thinking skills that prepare them for future career opportunities and professional advancement.

Admission

Admission to the B.A.S. degree program is restricted to students holding an A.A.S. degree from a regionally accredited U.S. postsecondary educational institution. A GPA of 2.00 or higher is required for all resident applicants and a 2.50 for nonresident applicants.

Degree Requirements

The B.A.S. degree in the College of Technology and Applied Sciences consists of 60 semester hours of upper-division (300 level and above) courses, with 30 hours in residence. A total of 120 semester hours is required for graduation.

General Studies Curriculum

The B.A.S. curriculum builds on the general education content of the A.A.S. degree. Additional General Studies (L/CS and awareness areas) are met with courses in the core or specialization. General Studies courses focus on contextual learning.

Assignable Credit

Assignable credit allows space in the curriculum for prerequisite courses needed to succeed in the program. The courses are determined by the student and the advisor.

B.A.S. Core

The area core focuses on management and organization, professional communication, quantitative analysis, and computer competency.

Technical Concentration

Production Technology. This concentration prepares supervisors and other personnel for technical and management positions in the manufacturing industry. The students increase their knowledge of manufacturing and gain insight into other areas, such as management, that support their professional growth.

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