MFG 108L. Manufacturing Processes Laboratory. 1 Hour

Application of metal-cutting theory using single- and multiple-point cutting tools, basic metal removal process of toolroom and production machines. Experience on conventional milling machines, shapers, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses. Three hours of laboratory a week.

MFG 204. Materials & Processes. 3 Hours

This course provides an in-depth study of materials properties, testing methods, and materials selection for engineering applications. Students will explore the fundamental mechanical properties of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites, with a focus on how these properties influence material behavior in real-world contexts. Key topics include tensile, hardness, fatigue, impact, and corrosion testing, as well as the application of materials selection methodologies for designing reliable and cost-effective engineering systems. Hands-on laboratory experiments will reinforce these concepts, enabling students to critically evaluate materials for performance, durability, and sustainability.

MFG 204L. Materials & Processes Laboratory. 1 Hour

Testing of materials for tensile strength, impact and hardness properties, cooling curves and equilibrium diagram development, heat treating and hardenability curve determination, cold forming, plastics materials processing, micro polishing and metallography; visits to local industries. Three hours of laboratory a week. Corequisite(s): MFG 204.

MFG 206L. Dimensional Metrology Laboratory. 1 Hour

Theory and practice of precision measurement including the surface plate, angle and sine plates; surface texture and roundness; optical microscope and profile projector; mechanical and electronic gages; co-ordinate measuring machine; length standards and height gages; fixed and functional gages; sources of measurement error. GD&T measurement principles will be covered. Three hours of laboratory a week. Prerequisites: MCT 110L.

MFG 208L. Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Laboratory. 1 Hour

Study of the use of ANSI Y14.5M-1994, the engineering standard for geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Includes the proper use of GD&T symbols, reading and interpretation of engineering drawings, techniques for determining part adherence to design requirements and workmanship standards. Prerequisite(s): MCT 110L.

MFG 240. Manufacturing & Product Design. 3 Hours

Manufacturing planning; process planning; advanced cutting tools; workholders; power presses-blanking, forming, draw dies, fine blanking; group technology, gage, jig, and fixture design. Prerequisite(s): MCT 110L; MFG 108L, MFG 204.

MFG 340. Manufacturing Processes and Design. 3 Hours

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Manufacturing Processes Taxonomy, exploring both established and emerging material processing techniques employed globally in conventional and advanced manufacturing operations. Students will acquire a professional understanding of material transformation methods used to alter the geometry and properties of engineering materials, along with the associated design criteria, through lectures and hands-on experiential learning labs. Prerequisite(s): (SET 110L OR MEE 104L OR MCT 110L).

MFG 400. Selected Manufacturing Topics. 1-4 Hours

Investigation and discussion of current topics in manufacturing engineering technology. May be taken more than once. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

MFG 424. Robotics & Computer Numerical Control. 3 Hours

Programming of CNC turning and machining centers and industrial robots; application of CAM software to design and edit CNC and robot programs, edit programs, and display tool and motion paths. Parametric part programming concepts to produce complex surfaces. Programming of robotic devices. Prerequisites: MCT 110L or MEE 104L.

MFG 427. Introduction to IIoT and Industry 4.0. 3 Hours

Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) systems and interrelationships. Industry 4.0 principles will be covered. Also covered are global manufacturing issues and specific country concerns. Prerequisites: MCT 110L or MEE 104L.

MFG 431. Controls for Industrial Automation. 3 Hours

Topics include: fundamentals of digital logic, pneumatic power, electromechanical sensors and actuators, pneumatic and electrical control circuit analysis and design, industry safety and design standards, concepts of mechatronics, programmable logic controllers, and networking communications. Prerequisites: (ECT 110 or MEE 205), (SET 153L or MEE 114L).

MFG 432. Plastics, Composites & Nano Materials & Processes. 3 Hours

Introduction to the more common plastics, composites, and nano engineering materials and their properties. Study of processes including extrusion, injection molding, blow molding, compression and transfer molding, and forming. Topics on part and tooling design. Prerequisite(s): CHM 123; MFG 204.

MFG 434. Industrial Mechatronics. 3 Hours

A course in industrial mechatronics and robotics designed to teach the use of complex manufacturing systems to solve industry-related issues. Students will work individually as well as in teams to design, fabricate, and implement the integration of industrial actuators and sensors with a combination of mechanical, computer, and electrical systems. Prerequisites: MCT 110L or MEE 104L.

MFG 435. Advanced Numerical Control. 3 Hours

Instruction in the programming of complex, multi-axis CNC machines. Extended parametric programming. Programming language techniques. Prerequisite(s): MFG 434.

MFG 438. Sustainable Manufacturing & Product Design. 3 Hours

Design for the environment, sustainable manufacturing processes and business practices to support these topics are developed. Prerequisite(s): MFG 108L, MFG 204.

MFG 490. Senior Project. 3 Hours

Advanced study and research of the product realization process focusing on conceptual design, embodiment design, final design, and prototyping or other design verification. Students work on externally sponsored engineering projects in multidisciplinary teams that perform engineering analysis that includes safety, ergonomics, environmental, cost and sociological impact of their designs. Prerequisites: IET 323.

MFG 493. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

Selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original research study resulting in a document prepared for submission as a potential publication and a completed undergraduate thesis. Restricted to students in University Honors Program.

MFG 494. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

Selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original research study resulting in a document prepared for submission as a potential publication and a completed undergraduate thesis. Restricted to students in University Honors Program. Prerequisite(s): MFG 493.