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Key to Course Descriptions
Abbreviations
(C) City Campus
(N) North Campus
(S) South Campus
F Fall
S Spring
F/S Fall and Spring
SS Summer Session
F+ Offered every other Fall
S+ Offered every other Spring
N Non-Credit |
Course Descriptions by Curriculum
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Mechanical Engr Technology | | | | ME-101 | | INTRO TEC CONCEPTS I | | Orientation to college and program; discussions on study habits; course expectations; explorations of the engineering technology fields, engineering majors, statistical profiles, and engineering future challenges. Course topics will also include technical mathematics, and applications of units, algebraic operations, measurement, polynomials, linear equations, formula rearrangements, and quadratic equations. F/S (N) | | | | ME-102 | | INTRO TEC CONCEPT II | | Continuation of ME 101. Problem solving, computer tools, visualization and graphics, team work skills, engineering design, technical communication, and ethics in engineering. Course topics will also include technical mathematics and application of system of equations, trigonometry, logarithm, exponents, vector operations, simple derivatives and simple integrations. F/S (N) | | | | ME-111 | | PRINCIPLES OF ENG.TECH. I | | An introductory course in basic principles of engineering technology. Topics will include detail discussions of force, work, rate, resistance, energy, power, and force transformers. F/S (N) | | | | ME-112 | | PRINCIPLES OF ENG. TECH. II | | A continuation of basic principles of engineering technology course ME 111. Topics will include detail discussion of linear and rotational momentum, waves, vibrations, energy convertors, transducers, radiation, light, optical systems and time constant. F/S (N) | | | | ME-114 | | ANALYTICAL MECHANICS | | A basic engineering mechanics statics course primarily dealing with the topics of force systems, equilibrium, centroids, moments of inertia, space forces, trusses, frames, and friction. Also included is a very brief analysis of frames and trusses and kinetics. Concurrent Registration in PH 260/261, MT 122 or MT 126. F/S (N, S) | | | | ME-120 | | Industrial Ammonia Refrig I | | Topics include: Ammonia refrigeration plant safety, fundamental items and concepts used by the refrigeration plant operator in the course of duty, the refrigeration cycle, physical properties of various refrigerants, refrigerant performance tables, compressor types, compressor operation and maintenance, lubrication, cooling units, condensers, high pressure receivers, purging non-condensable gases from the refrigeration system. Diagrams, tables. F/S (N) | | | | ME-121 | | INDUSTRIAL AMMONIA II | | Topics include: Liquid feed to evaporators and vessels, Direct expansion evaporators, Gravity flooded evaporators, Pumped liquid re-circulation systems, Secondary refrigerants, Heat exchangers, Pressure enthalpy diagrams, Two-stage and Defrost systems. F/S (N) | | | | ME-122 | | INDUSTRIAL AMMONIA REFRIG III | | Topics include: compressor installation fundamentals, compressor alignment, compressor service and maintenance, vertical single acting compressors, v/w multi-cylinder compressors, screw compressors, evaporative condensers, unwanted liquid slop, troubleshooting, and energy savings. F/S (N) | | | | ME-150 | | MANUFACTURING PROC & MATLS I | | An introductory course covering the fundamental manufacturing methods, processes, and equipment. Topics covered are metallurgy, heat treatment, material selection, sheet metal, casting, rolling, forging, metal joining, gauges and measurements. Concurrent registration in ET 151. F/S (N) measurement, non-destructive testing, and computer usage in manufacturing. Concurrent registration in ME 151. F/S (N) | | | | ME-151 | | LAB FOR ME150 | | The laboratory will afford the student hands-on experience with gauges and measurement, physical testing, forging, casting, rolling, powder metallurgy, welding and brazing, plating, heat treating, and nondestructive testing. F/S (N) | | | | ME-200 | | MANUFACTURING & PROC MATLS II | | An advanced course covering automated systems manufacturing. Topics include PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) programming, automation, control, manufacturing processes, selection of machines, labor, materials handling, storage, warehousing and computer integrated manufacturing. Concurrent registration in ME 201. F/S (N) | | | | ME-201 | | LAB FOR ME200 | | The laboratory will cover topics in control systems, pick and place operations, automated assembly, and computer integrated manufacturing. F/S (N) | | | | ME-206 | | MACHINE TOOLS I | | A study of all basic machine tools, encompassing theory, design, and applications. The course covers lathes, milling, drilling, sawing, and grinding machines. No prerequisite required. Concurrent registration in ME 207. F/S (N) | | | | ME-207 | | LAB FOR ME206 | | Laboratory projects involving practical application of all basic machine tools and machining methods. Concurrent registration in ME 206. F/S (N) | | | | ME-208 | | MACHINE TOOLS II | | A study of the application and operation of the more advanced machine tools. Computer numerical control machining centers, and electric discharge machines. Emphasis is placed on programming computer numerical control lathes/milling machines where the students will produce a part and do other projects. Prerequisites: ME 206 and ME 207. F/S (N) discharge machine and other projects. Prerequisites: ME 206 and ME 207. F/S (N) | | | | ME-250 | | SURVEY OF CAD | | A survey of the basic CAD tasks necessary to complete simple orthographic projections using a micro CAD system. Various tasks are studied and followed up with drawing plates exemplifying the various tasks studied. The course attempts to investigate the CAD field and give the student a brief look at its potential. Tasks studied include lines, circles, arcs, lettering, dimensioning, and move/copy/ delete. Prerequisite: A basic drafting course; the student must exhibit an understanding of basic drafting. F/S (N) | | | | ME-315 | | MECHANICS OF MATRLS | | A theory course in the study of the behavior of materials under various types of loads. Topics include fundamental stress-strain relationships, factor of safety in design, temperature stresses and design of axial members, thin wall cylinders and spheres, shafts, joints, beams, and eccentrically loaded members. Prerequisite: ME 114. Concurrent registration in ME 316. F/S (N) | | | | ME-316 | | LAB, FOR ME315 | | Prerequisite: ME 114; concurrent registration in ME 315. F/S (N) | | | | ME-317 | | MACHINE DESIGN | | Analysis and design of machines and machine elements. Typical elements studied include linkages; shafts; columns; fastners; welds; springs; couplings; clutches; brakes; cams; bearings; belt, chain and gear drives. Emphasis is on design, design procedure, sizing of parts, use of strength of materials, and the use of manufacturers; catalogs in design and in the selection of standard parts. Prerequisites: DF 105, ME 206, ME 207, ME 150, ME 151 ME 315, ME 316. Concurrent registration in ME 318. F/S (N) | | | | ME-318 | | LAB FOR ME317 | | Several machine design projects will be completed to review the subjects covered in analytical mechanics, mechanics of material and machine design course. Stress analysis will be reviewed using Algor software. Prerequisite: concurrent registration in ME 317. F/S (N) | | | | ME-321 | | TOOL DESIGN | | Instruction in the theory and application of design fundamentals for drill jigs, fixtures, and press tooling. Principles of proper location, support, tolerance computation, and related factors in jig and fixture design. Strip layout, press capacity and selection, and design requirements for punch press applications. Prerequisites: DF 105, ME 206, ME 207, ME 208, ME 150, ME 151, ME 484, ME 485; Concurrent registration in ME 315, ME 316, ME 322. F/S (N) | | | | ME-322 | | LAB FOR ME321 | | Course includes student design of tools required for parts production in areas of study, as selected from typical industrial problems and examples. Students will use a CAD software to complete their projects. Required: Concurrent registration in ME 321. F/S (N) | | | | ME-343 | | FLUID MECHANICS | | A practical approach to the basic principles including pressure in static fluids, general energy equation, friction, and flow devises. Computer application. Prerequisites: PH 260/261, MT 122 or MT 126, ME 382/384. Concurrent registration in ME 344. F/S (N) | | | | ME-344 | | LAB FOR ME343 | | Laboratory work involves student testing and reporting experiments relating to classroom topics and utilizing computer analysis. Concurrent registration in ME 343. F/S (N) | | | | ME-345 | | APPLIED THERMODYNAMI | | Basic principles of thermodynamics as applied to the analysis of prime mover power cycles, refrigeration and air conditioning, and heat exchanger equipment. Topics include First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics, properties of liquids and gases, ideal gas, and heat transfer. Prerequisites: PH 260/261, MT 122, or MT 126. F/S (N) | | | | ME-346 | | HEAT POWER & REFR | | An introduction to heat power cycles and equipment which includes a study of heat transfer and heat exchangers; fuels; steam power plants; Otto, diesel and gas turbine cycles; fans, blowers, and compressors. Also included are the topics of reversed cycles, psychometry, refrigerants, and refrigeration systems. Prerequisite: ME 345. Concurrent registration in ME 347. F/S (N) | | | | ME-347 | | LAB FOR ME346 | | Laboratory work will involve experiments in testing thermal equipment including heat exchangers, compressors, refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Concurrent registration in ME 346. F/S (N) | | | | ME-352 | | INSTRUMENTATION | | A study of basic elements and principles of instrumentation for the measurement and control of flow, temperature, and pressure. Fundamental theory of static and dynamic behavior of instruments will be reviewed. Prerequisites: PH 260/261, MT 122 or MT 126, ME 382/384. Concurrent registration in ME 353. F/S (N) | | | | ME-353 | | LAB FOR ME352 | | Testing with traditional instrument for pressure, temperature, and flow will be carried out. Static and dynamic of instruments will be observed. Prerequisite: Concurrent with ME 352. F/S (N) | | | | ME-354 | | FLUID POWER | | A broad, general, and practical coverage of fluid power technology intended to acquaint students with basic design, functions, and applications of fluid power components and systems in the area of oil hydraulics and pneumatics. Prerequisites: ME 343, ME 344. Concurrent registration in ME 355. F/S (N) | | | | ME-355 | | LAB FOR ME354 | | Laboratory experiences include demonstrations of fluid principles, study of industrial components, design and testing of basic circuitry. Concurrent registration in ME 354. F/S (N) | | | | ME-382 | | COMP CONCEPTS IN MEC | | An introduction to computer problem solving in mechanical engineering technology. The course topics include word processing, spread sheet, graphics, technical presentation, database, internet applications and programming. Prerequisite: PH 260/261, MT 121. Concurrent registration in ME 384. F/S (N) | | | | ME-384 | | LAB. FOR ME382 | | The student will learn computer applications and will utilize them to do the assigned projects related to the course topics. Required: Concurrent registration in ME 382. F/S (N) | | | | ME-386 | | BASIC ELY/MECH EQUIP | | Basic control and power distribution circuits, bimetal, solenoid, thermocouple, and relay controls; electric motors, types and performance; protective devices for circuits and motors; electrical instruments used in technical service work; single-and threephase circuits. Prerequisite: With Permission of instructor. F/S (N) instructor. | | | | ME-389 | | FABRICATION | | Actual practice in using tools related to the air conditioning field; sheet metal layout and fabrication; methods of layoutsimple or parallel line, radial line and triangulation; fabrication and assembling of fittings and ducts. F/S (N) | | | | ME-391 | | HEATG&COOL/LOAD CALC | | Review of mathematics involved in heating and cooling calculations. Methods of calculating heat losses for various types of construction; the effect and value of insulating materials; the sizing of registers, and ducts; psychrometry, the selection of heating equipment; use and limitations of various short methods of calculation. Methods of calculating cooling loads for various types of construction; duct-sizing for adequate airflow; economic factors governing type and selection of equipment; methods of changing the capacity of standard units to match calculated load. Prerequisite: ME 392. F/S (N) | | | | ME-392 | | PRINC HTG/AIR COND | | Review of mathematics involved in heating and cooling calculations. Basic physical principles necessary for an intelligent understanding of air conditioning; the measurement and use of temperature, heat quantities, heat transfer (in relation to heating and cooling load estimating), humidity, insulation (mass and reflective), cooling (refrigeration, evaporation), air properties, psychometry, conditioned air supply; study of freon mollier charts and tables; study of compression refrigeration theory; study of up-to-date heating and cooling equipment. Prerequisites: ME 101/ME 102 and ME 111/ME 112 or equivalent experience, with permission of instructor. F/S (N) | | | | ME-393 | | MACH TRADES B/P RDG | | Basic principles of orthographic projection; interpretation of engineering drawings and industrial blueprints; engineering terms; dimensional tolerances, conventional signs, and symbols; freehand sketching. F/S (N) | | | | ME-403 | | REFRIGERATION I | | A study of mechanical refrigeration and air conditioning theory including the purpose and operation of the system components. Topics include: the refrigeration cycle, physical properties of various refrigerants, refrigerant performance tables, compressor types and the related lubrications, cooling units, condensers, high pressure receivers, different types of evaporator, expansion valves, instrumentation and control, heat exchangers, Pressure-Enthalpy diagrams, defrost systems, cooling load calculation of walk-through cold storages, energy savings, diagrams and tables, Concurrent registration in ME 404. Prerequisite: ME 392. F/S (N) | | | | ME-404 | | LAB. FOR ME403 | | Lab for ME 403 operational and service procedures for mechanical refrigeration systems, including troubleshooting and installation methods. F/S (N) | | | | ME-407 | | BURNER PRINCIPLES I | | Fundamentals of combustion; flue and baffle problems; use of instruments to improve performance of burners; control troubleshooting sizing of orifices for gas and oil burners. Concurrent registration in ME 408. Prerequisites: ME 102, ME 112, ME 391, ME 392. F/S (N) | | | | ME-408 | | LAB. FOR ME407 | | Lab for ME 407. Prerequisite: Concurrent with ME 407. F/S (N) | | | | ME-409 | | HEAT & COOL SYSTEMS | | Includes advanced application of principles, psychrometric chart, PH diatams, and evaporative cooling. Components are selected and systems balanced; i.e. furnaces, boilers, electric panels, controls, coils, compressors, air handling equipment, air distribution, and duct design. Integral and split-type systems for heating and cooling (conventional and heat pumps) are considered with general control application and installation procedure. Prerequisites: ME 407, ME 408. F/S (N) | | | | ME-410 | | LAB. FOR ME409 | | Lab for ME 409. Prerequisite: concurrent with ME 409. F/S (N) | | | | ME-484 | | GEOMET DIMEN & TOLER | | This course will represent the definition and application of symbolized dimensioning technique per ANSI Y14.5-1973 for use of engineering drawings. Primary attention is given to datum concepts and true position and form tolerancing. Concurrent registration in ME 485. F/S (S) | | | | ME-485 | | LAB FOR ME484 | | Application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to multi-view orthographic problem. An introduction to CAD, Solid Modeling, and application of Coordinate- Measuring Machine (CMM) will be covered briefly in this course. Concurrent registration in ME 484.Prerequisite: DF 104. (N) | | | | ME-600 | | COOPERATIVE/INTERNSHIP | | The cooperative/internship is designed to provide realistic, hands-on-training in mechanical engineering technology. This work experience, along with the academic program, will enable the students to prepare for entrance into a competitive work environment. Additionally, the internship experience will create potential employment opportunities and a bond between the student, the college, and the engineering technology community. Prerequisite: 2.0 GPA minimum, 21 MET credit hours minimum and MET faculty recommendations. F/S (N) | | |
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