ENGT - Engineering Technology
Fundamental information literacy and research as applied to engineering technology. Course includes where and how to efficiently locate and critically evaluate technical information. Proper use of technical information and the associated ethical and legal issues will be examined.
Scalar methods and free body diagrams are employed in the analysis of discrete and distributed force systems and their application to bodies in external equilibrium. Friction, moment of inertia, and center of gravity are also included.
Mechanical behavior of materials subjected to various external loads. Stress-strain relationships are utilized to design members subjected to shear, axial, bending, and torsional loads. Deformations are predicted and Mohr's circle is introduced.
Graphical communication for engineers studies the concept of 3D parametric modeling and its application in industry. In this course students will learn the fundamentals of sketching, basics of surface design, assembly modeling, and dynamic modeling of mechanisms using industry standard parametric modeling software. Emphasis on developing the skills needed for engineering design.
A study of the design and analysis of feedback control system. Includes the fundamentals of programmable controllers as well as practical applications of interfacing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic feedback control circuits. Computer simulation software is used to model system responses.
Laboratory and computer simulation of control systems including programmable controllers as well as practical applications of interfacing mechanical, electrical and pneumatic control systems.
Analytical and computational methods to support upper-division engineering technology courses. Topics include linear algebra, ordinary differential equations of engineering systems, elements of vector analysis, introductory statistical concepts, and software usage/development. MATLAB is used throughout the course to support all the topics. Presentation of various topics is adjusted for CET, EET or MET programs.
Methods and rules of dimensioning and tolerancing, calculation of fits, and geometrical tolerances using ANSI-Y14.5M, tolerances of form, orientation, and profile, including flatness, straightness, circularity, cylindricity, angularity, etc. Student work consists of designing and detailing various product drawings. Pre- or
This is the first of a two-course capstone sequence that provides an integrative design experience in engineering. Students work in discipline-specific and/or multidisciplinary teams to apply engineering problem-solving skills to open-ended, real-world projects. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, communication, technical writing, and project planning. The course also addresses professional and career-related topics relevant to engineering technology, including engineering codes and standards, professional ethics, project management, patents and intellectual property, professional engineering licensure, and career preparation, such as resume development and job search techniques. This is a writing-intensive (W) course.
This is the second of a two-course capstone sequence where students work in discipline-specific and/or multidisciplinary teams under the supervision of a faculty advisor to complete group design projects. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, design, analysis, testing, fabrication, and project implementation. Projects may include analytical and/or experimental components. The course culminates with formal written and oral reports demonstrating the integration and application of knowledge gained throughout the engineering curriculum.
A capstone course utilizing upper-level coursework involving independent or group design projects under the direction of a sponsoring faculty member. Projects may involve analytical and/or experimental results. Formal written and oral reports will be required. This is a writing intensive course.