Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology

www.poly.asu.edu/ctas/mmet

480/727-1584

SIM 295

Scott G. Danielson, Chair

Associate Professors

Biekert, Danielson, Nam, Palmgren, Rajadas, Rogers

Assistant Professor

Post

Senior Lecturer

Gintz

PURPOSE

The Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology emphasizes applied engineering practice through four-year degree programs in Manufacturing Engineering Technology and Mechanical Engineering Technology. Math and science principles are applied to the solution of technical problems in a lecture/laboratory environment.

The Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MMET) degree programs endeavor to produce qualified and competent applied engineering professionals (engineering technologists). Graduates are prepared to make substantial contributions to their employers in as short a time as possible. Specifically, the MMET program strives to graduate individuals who possess

 1. the scientific, technical, analytical, statistical, computational, and problem solving skills necessary for mechanical and manufacturing engineering practice (including specific aeronautical or automation skills, as appropriate);

 2. the competencies appropriate to entry-level professionals in manufacturing systems engineering, enterprise engineering, analysis, product and system design, product realization testing, and quality control;

 3. team building, leadership, communication, and project management skills;

 4. an understanding of the social, political, and economic environment in which engineering operations function to include broad ethical considerations (i.e., work habits, safety, hazmat);

 5. a depth of understanding in either aeronautical or automation practice (for mechanical engineering technology specialty concentrations only);

 6. the basic knowledge of production processes taking design manufacturability into account (for Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates only); and

 7. a depth of understanding in applications of manufacturing science, technology, and engineering in relation to process and production engineering (for Manufacturing Engineering Technology graduates only).

The goal of the manufacturing engineering technology program is to prepare students for employment in areas such as manufacturing engineering, manufacturing processes, automation, and quality control. Major emphasis is placed on reducing the amount of time required by industry to make the graduate productive in any area of work. The department actively supports the student chapter of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers.

The Mechanical Engineering Technology program produces graduates with the ability to design, develop, implement, and improve machinery, workstations, and systems. The curriculum prepares graduates for many job opportunities in engineering design, manufacturing, and laboratory environments. Graduates are prepared to design and develop machines and related mechanical equipment. Aircraft and their components, automation as used in manufacturing, machine tools, materials handling systems, and industrial production equipment are just a few examples. The department actively supports a student chapter of the Society of Automotive Engineers.

For more information about both programs, access the Web site at www.poly.asu.edu/ctas/mmet.

ACCREDITATION

The BS degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology and the BS degree in Mechanical 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 Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology offers the BS degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology and the BS degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology.

For students holding an AAS degree, the department offers the BAS degree with concentrations in manufacturing technology and management and materials joining and manufacturing technology.

A Master of Science in Technology degree with concentrations in manufacturing engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, and aeronautical engineering technology is offered for graduate study. See the Graduate Catalog for more information.

BS Degree Requirements

All degree requirements for programs are shown on curriculum check sheets. Requirements include First-Year Composition, University General Studies (see General Studies), and the Engineering Technology Core. All three General Studies awareness areas are required. Consult an 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—BS

The BS degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology requires 128 semester hours as specified below:

Engineering technology core (14)

First-Year Composition (6)

General Studies/department requirements (45)

Manufacturing Engineering Technology major (54)

Selected concentration (9)

Total 128

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.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Major

EET 403 PLCs, Sensors, and Actuators (3)

MET 150 Introduction to Engineering Technology (1)

MET 230 Introduction to Engineering Materials (2)

MET 231 Manufacturing Processes (3)

MET 300 Applied Material Science (3)

MET 302 Welding Survey (3)

MET 309 Nondestructive Testing and Quality Assurance (1)

MET 313 Applied Mechanics of Materials (3)

MET 314 Applied Mechanics of Materials Laboratory (1)

MET 331 Machine Design I (3)

MET 341 Manufacturing Analysis (3)

MET 344 Casting and Forming Processes (3)

MET 345 Advanced Manufacturing Processes (3)

MET 351 Introduction to Automation (3)

MET 396 Manufacturing Professional Orientation (1)

MET 401 Quality Assurance (3)

MET 416 Applied Computer-Integrated Manufacturing CS (3)

MET 443 CNC Computer Programming (3)

MET 444 Production Tooling (3)

MET 460 Manufacturing Capstone Project I (3)

MET 461 Capstone Project II (3)

Total 54

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 manufacturing industries. Accordingly, this concentration provides additional preparation for students to meet the responsibilities in planning the processes of production, developing the tools and machines, and integrating facilities for production or manufacturing.

Required Courses

MET 409 Applied Engineering Economics (3)

MET 410 Manufacturing Resource Management (3)

MET 442 Specialized Production Processes (3)

Total 9

Mechanical Engineering Technology Concentration

The primary objective of the mechanical engineering technology concentration is to offer manufacturing students an emphasis in mechanics and thermal sciences. Required courses are as follows:

MET 410 Manufacturing Resource Management (3)

MET 434 Applied Fluid Mechanics (3)

MET 438 Machine Design II (3)

Total 9

Mechanical Engineering Technology—BS

The BS degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology requires 128 semester hours as specified below:

Mechanical Engineering Technology major (63)

Engineering technology core (14)

First-year composition (6)

General Studies/department requirements (45)

Total 128

Students interested in the BS degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology choose one of the following three concentrations: mechanical, aeronautical, or automation engineering technology. Each concentration includes six courses for a total of 18 semester hours.

The mechanical engineering technology concentration builds a strong base of knowledge of the field and is available to students who do not desire a focused specialty area.

The aeronautical engineering technology concentration provides a specialty content area in aircraft airframe, propulsion, and aircraft production and operations. It prepares students for employment in areas such as aircraft design and manufacturing, aerodynamics, propulsion, and wind tunnel testing. However, aeronautical concentration graduates have a good general background in mechanical engineering technology and are not limited to employment opportunities in just the aviation industry.

The automation engineering technology concentration provides specialty content in mechanical automation. Automated assembly and testing are major components of most modern, high volume mechanical systems and manufacturing operations. As a specialty area, this concentration provides students with an opportunity to develop knowledge and skill in the broad area of automation. It also dovetails well with the semiconductor industry where most process tools are highly automated.

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

Mechanical Engineering Technology Major

AET 210 Measurements and Testing (3)

AET 312 Applied Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics (3)

MET 150 Introduction to Engineering Technology (1)

MET 230 Introduction to Engineering Materials (2)

MET 231 Manufacturing Processes (3)

MET 300 Applied Material Science (3)

MET 309 Nondestructive Testing and Quality Assurance (1)

MET 313 Applied Mechanics of Materials (3)

MET 314 Applied Mechanics of Materials Laboratory (1)

MET 331 Machine Design I (3)

MET 345 Advanced Manufacturing Processes (3)

MET 396 Manufacturing Professional Orientation (1)

MET 401 Quality Assurance (3)

MET 409 Applied Engineering Economics (3)

MET 432 Thermodynamics (3)

MET 434 Applied Fluid Mechanics (3)

MET 460 Capstone Project I (3)

MET 461 Capstone Project II (3)

Concentration (18)

Total 63

APPLIED SCIENCE—BAS

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

Admission

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

Degree Requirements

The BAS 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.

AAS degree (60)

Assignable credit (6)

BAS core (15)

General Studies (19)

Technical concentration (20)

Total 120

General Studies Curriculum

The BAS curriculum builds on the general education content of the AAS degree. Additional General Studies (L, CS, and awareness areas) are met with courses in the core or concentration. General Studies courses focus on contextual learning.

L (3)

MA (3)

HU (3)

HU or SB (3)

SB (3)

SG (4)

Total 19

Assignable Credit

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

BAS Core

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

MET 401 Quality Assurance (3)

MET 416 Applied Computer-Integrated Manufacturing CS (3)

OMT 344 Industrial Organization (3)

TMC 470 Project Management (3)

TWC 400 Technical Communications L (3)

Total 15

Technical Concentration

Manufacturing Technology and Management

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

MET 300 Applied Material Science (3)

MET 302 Welding Survey (3)

MET 309 Nondestructive Testing and Quality Assurance (1)

MET 341 Manufacturing Analysis (3)

MET 344 Casting and Forming Processes (3)

MET 345 Advanced Manufacturing Processes (3)

MET 396 Manufacturing Professional Orientation (1)

MET 444 Production Tooling (3)

Total 20

Materials Joining and Manufacturing Technology

This concentration requires students to have a solid welding background, preferably a welding-based AAS degree, with welding certification desirable. The materials joining concentration includes additional study in welding and materials joining plus a series of manufacturing-related courses to provide a broad understanding of the complex world of manufacturing. This background allows transition into positions in process development, direct manufacturing support, quality control and assurance, sales, and management.

MET 300 Applied Material Science (3)

MET 309 Nondestructive Testing and Quality Assurance (1)

MET 351 Introduction to Automation (3)

MET 396 Manufacturing Professional Orientation (1)

MET 400 Materials and Joining Processes (3)

MET 402 Advanced Material Joining (3)

MET 409 Applied Engineering Economics (3)

MET 437 Design for Materials Joining (3)

Total 20

Omnibus Courses. For an explanation of courses offered but not specifically listed in this catalog, see Omnibus Courses.

Graduate-Level Courses. For information about courses numbered from 500 to 799, see the Graduate Catalog, or access www.asu.edu/aad/catalogs on the Web. In some situations, undergraduate students may be eligible to take these courses; for more information, see Graduate-Level Courses.