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Mechanical Engineering Technology
BACHELOR DEGREE-COMPLETION PROGRAM
COURSES
The mechanical engineering technology bachelor degree-completion program typically includes 62-70 credit hours. Specific courses and credit required vary, depending on coursework transferred. To determine availability of a course for a particular semester, refer to the class schedule.
ECT 280 Introduction to Automation (or equivalent)
ECT 280 Introduction to Automation—3 credits.
Automated manufacturing systems including mechanical, electronic, and computer-based systems which are used in the operation and control of production. The technology includes (1) machine tools for automatic part processing; (2) automatic material handling systems; (3) automatic assembly processing; (4) continuous flow processes; (5) feedback control systems; (6) computerized process control and computerized systems for data collection, planning, and decision making to support manufacturing activities.
Delivery: This course can be completed at ISU (on campus), or an equivalent course can be taken at the student's local college or university with prior consent of an ISU academic advisor.
MET 304 Engineering Analysis
MET 304 Engineering Analysis—3 credits.
Introduction to the analysis of engineering problems including dynamics and thermodynamics using calculus based methods. Emphasis is given to the understanding of basic concepts and principles as well as the application of related analysis in mechanical and manufacturing engineering. Prerequisites: MATH 301 or equivalent.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 306 Applied Mechanisms
MET 306 Applied Mechanisms—3 credits.
Analysis of motion, displacement, velocities, accelerations, friction wheels, instant centers, gears, belts, chains, linkages, and connectors. Prerequisites: MET 215 or MATH 115.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 329 Fluid Power Technology
MET 329 Fluid Power Technology—3 credits.
Principles of hydraulics, pneumatics, and fluidics involving application and control of fluid power circuits.
Delivery: This course can be completed at ISU (on campus), or an equivalent course can be taken at the student's local college or university with prior consent of an ISU academic advisor.
MET 403 Advanced Computer Aided Design (CAD) Concepts
MET 403 Advanced Computer Aided Design (CAD) Concepts—3 credits.
In this course, subject matter relevant to CAD in today’s industry will be identified. The student will gain the knowledge necessary to conceptualize the system-user relationship. The completion of the required learning tasks will ensure the student's comprehension of each concept. These tasks are arranged in a hierarchy that will build the student's ability to apply the concepts presented. Students will progress from two-dimensional drafting system to three-dimensional modeling system. Prerequisites: MET 203 or consent of instructor.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 404 Engineering Design and Management
MET 404 Engineering Design and Management—3 credits.
This course introduces fundamental concepts and principles used in the implementation and management of engineering design projects or processes. Topics include design communication, problem definition, concept generation, concurrent engineering, economic evaluation, project planning, and decision making in engineering design management.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 405 Economic Analysis for Engineering and Technology
MET 405 Economic Analysis for Engineering and Technology—3 credits.
This course is designed to provide students with the principles of investment economic analysis, decision-making among alternatives, and replacement analysis. Inflation, depreciation, cost concepts, bond, and income tax considerations are included. Prerequisites: MATH 115
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 406 Strength of Materials
MET 406 Strength of Materials—3 credits.
Centroids, moment of inertia of areas, stress, deformation, engineering materials, pressure vessels, torsion, stresses in beams and shafts, design of beams and shafts, combined stress, and columns. Prerequisites: MET 302.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 408 Elements of Machine Design
MET 408 Elements of Machine Design—3 credits.
A survey of the important elements in tools and machines, working stress, shafting, springs, screw, clutches, brakes, lubrication, bearings, gears, cylinders, flywheels, and cams. Prerequisites: MET 306 and 406 or equivalent.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 409 Senior Project in Industrial Technology
MET 409 Senior Project in Industrial Technology—2-3 credits.
A project approved by the professor is planned and carried out by the student. The project must demonstrate an advanced level of design competency in the student’s major and is performed in consultation with one or more faculty advisors. Collaboration with representatives of industry, government agencies, or community institutions is encouraged.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 413 Applications and Gaging of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
MET 413 Applications and Gaging of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing—3 credits.
The ISO and ANSI technical graphic standards are studied and applied to assemblies with specific design requirements. The course primarily addresses methods of calculating positional and the geometric form tolerances. Methods of verifying the geometric controls by gaging and inspection are also studies. Prerequisites: MET 403.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 430 Senior Seminar
MET 430 Senior Seminar—1 credit.
Special problems of technologists. Career planning and personnel roles in industry.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MFG 371 Manufacturing Processes and Materials
MFG 371 Manufacturing Processes and Materials—3 credits.
Giving materials usable form and improved function through the application of processes including casting, forming, fabrication, conditioning, and assembly.
Delivery: This course can be completed at ISU (on campus), or an equivalent course can be taken at the student's local college or university with prior consent of an ISU academic advisor.
TECHNICAL ELECTIVES
Select two courses from the following (or approved substitute):
MET 337 Thermo Systems
MET 337 Thermo Systems—3 credits.
Covers thermo properties of solids, liquids, and gases; power cycles; refrigeration; and basic heat transfer.
Delivery: This course can be completed at ISU (on campus), or an equivalent course can be taken at the student's local college or university with prior consent of an ISU academic advisor.
MET 351 Cooperative Industrial Practice
MET 351 Cooperative Industrial Practice—3 credits.
Coordinated work experiences in industry and a comprehensive written report of the experience. Prerequisites: Participation in Professional Practice Program. Note: Course may be taken twice for a maximum of six credits.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
MET 407 Tool and Die Design
MET 407 Tool and Die Design—3 credits.
Design of tooling, including jigs and fixtures for machining, engineering materials, pressure vessels, torsion, stresses in beams and shafts, design of beams and shafts, combined stress, and columns. Prerequisites: MET 302.
Delivery: This course can be completed at ISU (on campus), or an equivalent course can be taken at the student's local college or university with prior consent of an ISU academic advisor.
MANAGEMENT ELECTIVES
Select one course from the following (or approved substitute):
MGT 301 Survey of Management
MGT 301 Survey of Management—3 credits.
A survey of the management process, the basic principles and concepts of internal organization and management, designed for nonbusiness majors. Prerequisites: junior standing or consent of instructor. Note: Credit will not be given for both 200 and 301. (Not open to College of Business majors.)
Delivery: This course can be completed at ISU (on campus), or an equivalent course can be taken at the student's local college or university with prior consent of an ISU academic advisor.
TMGT 361 Quality Systems and Tools
TMGT 361 Quality Systems and Tools—3 credits.
History, philosophy, tools, processes, and systems of quality are covered.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
TMGT 471 Production Planning and Control I
TMGT 471 Production Planning and Control I—3 credits.
Principles of planning, scheduling, routing, and developing procedures of production control.
Delivery: This course can be completed at ISU (on campus), or an equivalent course can be taken at the student's local college or university with prior consent of an ISU academic advisor.
TMGT 478 Industrial Organization and Functions
TMGT 478 Industrial Organization and Functions—3 credits.
The development and organization of industry and study of the major production related functions.
Delivery: This course can be completed at ISU (on campus), or an equivalent course can be taken at the student's local college or university with prior consent of an ISU academic advisor.
MATHEMATICS
MATH 123 Analytic Geometry and Linear Algebra for Engineers
MATH 123 Analytic Geometry and Linear Algebra for Engineers—3 credits.
Two and three dimensional analytic geometry using rectangular, polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates. The study of lines, planes, conic sections, and vectors and applications. Topics in trigonometry include right angle trigonometry, general triangles, and applications. Prerequisites: MATH 115 or equivalent.
Delivery: This course can be completed at ISU (on campus), or an equivalent course can be taken at the student's local college or university with prior consent of an ISU academic advisor.
MATH 301 Fundamentals and Applications of Calculus
MATH 301 Fundamentals and Applications of Calculus—3 credits.
Inequalities, polynomial functions, logs, and exponentials. Differential and integral calculus and applications. For students in social sciences, business, and other applied areas. Prerequisites: Appropriate placement exam score, MATH 115, MATH 201 or equivalent. Note: Not open to students with credit for MATH 131 or equivalent.
Delivery: Web (Internet)
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Satisfy deficiencies from the associate degree
- Courses to satisfy the University's Foundational Studies requirements
- Fulfillment of University graduation requirements, including 50 credits of upper division (300-400 level) coursework
- At least 24 credits must be taken in the College of Technology, with at least 12 of those credits taken in the department.
Distance Education Students Residing Outside of Indiana: Each of the states has its own approval processes for out-of-state institutions offering distance education. While Indiana State University endeavors to offer all of its programs to as wide an audience as possible, all ISU distance education programs may not be available in all states.
The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.
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