ECT 108L. Introduction to Electronic Design. 1 Hour

Modern design techniques to develop electronic devices are explored. This is achieved through the application of electronic test and measurement equipment, design software, and electronic prototyping tools. Experience with such systems is gained through the completion of individual and team design projects. Three laboratory hours per week.

ECT 110. Electrical Circuits I. 3 Hours

Practical concepts of single voltage source DC and AC circuits: current, voltage, resistance, power, series and parallel circuits, capacitance, magnetic circuits, and inductance. Corequisites: SET 150 or MTH 168; ECT 110L or ECT 108L.

ECT 110L. Electrical Circuits I Laboratory. 1 Hour

Experiments in single voltage source DC and AC circuits to accompany ECT 110. Three laboratory hours per week. Corequisite(s): ECT 110.

ECT 120. Electrical Circuits II w/ Lab. 3 Hours

Practical concepts of multiple voltage and current source DC and AC circuits: reactance, impedance, phase, circuit analysis, power factor, resonance, filters, and transformers. Circuit calculations using vectors, complex algebra, and simultaneous equations. This course includes significant practical experiences through laboratory exercises; 2 contact hours of lecture and 3 contact hours of lab. Prerequisites: ECT 110; MTH 168.

ECT 206. Electron Devices I w/ Lab. 3 Hours

Fundamentals of semiconductor diodes, transistors (bipolar and field effect), amplifiers, biasing and small signal analysis. This course includes significant practical experiences through laboratory exercises and design projects; 2 contact hours of lecture and 3 contact hours of lab. Prerequisites: ECT 110; ECT 108L.

ECT 206L. Electron Devices I Laboratory. 1 Hour

To accompany ECT 206. Three hours of laboratory a week. Corequisite(s): ECT 206.

ECT 224. Digital Systems Fundamentals. 3 Hours

Fundamental theory and techniques of digital systems to include binary arithmetic, logic gates and simplification methods, combinational and sequential circuit design, and programmable logic devices. Digital system design and implementation using current principles, practices, and tools is introduced. This course includes significant practical experiences through laboratory exercises and design projects. Prerequisites: ECT 110.

ECT 224L. Digital Computer Fundamentals Laboratory. 1 Hour

To accompany ECT 224. Three hours of laboratory a week. Corequisite(s): ECT 224.

ECT 305. Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing. 3 Hours

An introduction to the fundamental processes required to fabricate semiconductor chips and microelectronic circuits. The study of manufacturing silicon from sand to semiconductor wafers includes topics in material science, process engineering, microelectronics fabrication, and packaging. Both classic and modern manufacturing techniques are explored for small-scale and large-scale chip production. The entire microelectronics fabrication cycle is covered, and cleanroom lab experiences are used to provide students experiential learning on key fabrication processing steps. Prerequisite(s): ECT 110 or ECE 201 or EGR 203 or MEE 205 or PHY 207.

ECT 306. Electronic Devices II w/ Lab. 3 Hours

Fundamentals of integrated circuits, operational amplifiers, transistors, photoelectric devices, silicon-controlled rectifiers, and their associated circuits. This course includes significant practical experiences through laboratory exercises and design projects; 2 contact hours of lecture and 3 contact hours of lab. Prerequisites: ECT 206; MTH 169.

ECT 306L. Electronic Devices II Laboratory. 1 Hour

To accompany ECT 306. Three hours of laboratory a week. Corequisite(s): ECT 306.

ECT 357. Advanced Digital Systems Design. 3 Hours

A study of modern digital system design using programmable logic devices (PLDs), hardware description languages (HDLs), and low-level software languages. The course covers the design, analysis, and implementation of simple to complex digital systems including finite state machines, ALUs, and systems-on-chip. Current industrial methods including good HDL coding practices of readability, re-configurability, and efficient execution are emphasized. Additionally, students will work with modern computer aided tools for design, simulation, and implementation activities. This course includes significant practical experiences through laboratory exercises and design projects. Prerequisites: ECT 224, ECT 361.

ECT 358. Microprocessor Systems Design. 3 Hours

A study of microprocessor architecture, interfaces, and applications. Processor organization and instruction set architecture is investigated. Processor I/O interfaces and applications are implemented using low and high level software languages and electronic circuit design. Current industrial practices and modern tools are used for hardware and software design. This course includes significant practical experiences through laboratory exercises and design projects. Prerequisites: ECT 224, ECT 361.

ECT 358L. Microprocessors II Laboratory. 1 Hour

To accompany ECT 358. Emphasis on microcomputer programming. Three hours of laboratory a week. Corequisite(s): ECT 358.

ECT 361. Programming Structures. 3 Hours

The study of programming language concepts. Emphasis on the C language and its application to microcomputer hardware and software development. Prerequisites: SET 153L.

ECT 362. Concepts & Applications of Computer Operating Systems. 3 Hours

Introduction to the fundamentals and applications of computer operating systems and the interaction of hardware and software. Operating systems for large-scale, mini-, and microcomputers introduced through case studies. Prerequisite(s): ECT 361.

ECT 400. Selected Topics. 1-4 Hours

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

ECT 408. Data Acquisition & Measurements. 2 Hours

Measurement and evaluation of the characteristics of engineering materials, structural mechanics, electromechanical systems, and physical systems. Emphasis on data acquisition, signal conditioning and manipulation, and virtual instrumentation. Prerequisites: (ECT 110L or ECT 108L); SET 250.

ECT 452. Feedback Controls. 3 Hours

Study of principles of control including Nyquist criteria, Bode plots, PID loops, motor control virtual instrumentation, and advanced concepts. Laplace transform analysis is utilized. Prerequisite: ECT 408.

ECT 456. Automotive Electrical & Safety Systems. 3 Hours

Theory and design of automotive electrical and safety systems. Electrical system topics include electrical charging systems and batteries, starters, powertrain and vehicle control systems, and sensors. Trends in hybrid gasoline-electric and all electric vehicles will be surveyed. Safety system topics included crash avoidance systems, crashworthiness systems, and post-crash survivability. Overview of manufacturing, commercial, and regulatory aspects of the automotive industry. Prerequisite(s): ECT 110 or EGR 203 or ECE 201 or MEE 205.

ECT 461. Power Distribution & Control. 3 Hours

Study of power distribution systems including components, basic operation, polyphase circuits, characteristics, and application. Emphasis on the generation of electric power, its transmission, and its application to high power systems. Prerequisite(s): ECT 110.

ECT 465. Digital Data Communications. 3 Hours

Study of communication methods and protocols. Applications to networks, satellite communication, phone systems, fiber optics, modems, and other data transmission. A special emphasis is placed on digital networks. Prerequisite(s): ECT 224.

ECT 466. Microcomputer Architecture. 3 Hours

To develop an understanding of the basic hardware architecture of industry standard microcomputers including CPUs, standard busses, memory, mass storage devices, Systems-on-a-Chip and their implementation, I/O devices, and network interfaces. Study of architecture of recent microprocessors. Prerequisite(s): ECT 224, ECT 361.

ECT 467. Real-Time Embedded System Design w/ Lab. 3 Hours

An introduction to the fundamentals and applications of real-time embedded systems. Fundamental concepts of embedded hardware and real-time operating systems (RTOS) are introduced. Real-time internet-of-things and instrumentation and controls applications are implemented on various platforms using high-level software languages and electronic circuit design. Current industrial practices and modern tools are used for hardware and software design. This course includes significant practical experiences through laboratory exercises and design projects; 2 contact hours of lecture and 3 contact hours of lab. Corequisites: ECT 358, ECT 408.

ECT 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. Prerequisite(s): ECT 306 and (ECT 358 or ECT 357) and ECT 408 and IET 323.

ECT 493. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

HONORS THESIS 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.

ECT 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): ECT 493.

SET 100. Introduction to Engineering Technology I. 0 Hours

First semester of introduction to Engineering Technology seminar for all engineering technology majors. Introduction to the University of Dayton, the School of Engineering, the Department of Engineering Technology, engineering technology programs and careers. Emphasizes professional ethics, critical thinking and communications, and team dynamics. Academic policies, academic planning, registration procedures, counseling and career placement services.

SET 101. Introduction to Engineering Technology II. 0 Hours

Second semester of introduction to Engineering Technology seminar for all engineering technology majors. Introduction to the University of Dayton, the School of Engineering, the Department of Engineering Technology, engineering technology programs and careers. Emphasizes professional ethics, critical thinking and communications, and team dynamics. Academic policies, academic planning, registration procedures, counseling and career placement services.

SET 102. Engineering Technology Transfer Seminar. 0 Hours

A seminar for Engineering Technology majors who transferred from another academic institution. Introduction to the University of Dayton, the School of Engineering, the Department of Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology programs, and careers. Emphasizes professional ethics, critical thinking and communication, and team dynamics. Academic policies, academic planning, registration procedures, counseling, and career placement services.

SET 150. Engineering Analysis I w/ Lab. 3 Hours

Overview of the mathematics topics heavily used in sophomore-level engineering technology courses. Topics include algebraic analysis, trigonometry, vectors and complex number, sinusoids and harmonic signals, systems of equations and matrices, differentiation, and integration. All topics are motivated by engineering applications. This course is a lecture with integrated lab; 3 hours of lecture with 2 hours of lab.

SET 153L. Introduction to Data Analytics and Programming. 1 Hour

Introduction to algorithmic thinking and data analytics utilizing modern spreadsheet and software programming tools for engineering.

SET 198. Research & Innovation Laboratory. 1-6 Hours

Students participate in 1) selection and design, 2) investigation and data collection, 3) analysis and 4) presentation of a research project. Research can include, but is not limited to, developing an experiment, collecting and analyzing data, surveying and evaluating literature, developing new tools and techniques including software, and surveying, brainstorming and evaluating engineering solutions and engineering designs. Proposals from teams of students will be considered. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

SET 200. Professional Development for Sophomores. 0 Hours

Presentations on contemporary and professional engineering subjects by students, faculty, and engineers in active practice. The seminar addresses topics in key areas that complement traditional courses and prepare distinctive graduates, ready for life and work. Registration required for all Engineering Technology sophomore students.

SET 250. Engineering Analysis II. 3 Hours

Integration of mathematical skills learned in calculus and statistics with engineering applications and analyses. Advanced engineering analysis methods will be introduced. Topics to be covered include: engineering applications and solution methods in the areas of linear algebra, numerical methods, Fourier transforms, Laplace transforms, differential equations, and statistics. Engineering math tools will be utilized. Prerequisites: MTH 169; MTH 207; SET 153L.

SET 298. Research & Innovation Laboratory. 1-6 Hours

Students participate in 1) selection and design, 2) investigation and data collection, 3) analysis and 4) presentation of a research project. Research can include, but is not limited to, developing an experiment, collecting and analyzing data, surveying and evaluating literature, developing new tools and techniques including software, and surveying, brainstorming and evaluating engineering solutions and engineering designs. Proposals from teams of students will be considered. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

SET 300. Professional Development for Juniors. 0 Hours

Presentations on contemporary and professional engineering subjects by students, faculty, and engineers in active practice. The seminar addresses topics in key areas that complement traditional courses and prepare distinctive graduates, ready for life and work. Registration required for all Engineering Technology sophomore students. Prerequisites: EGR 200 or COP 200 or SET 200.

SET 398. Research & Innovation Laboratory. 1-6 Hours

Students participate in 1) selection and design, 2) investigation and data collection, 3) analysis and 4) presentation of a research project. Research can include, but is not limited to, developing an experiment, collecting and analyzing data, surveying and evaluating literature, developing new tools and techniques including software, and surveying, brainstorming and evaluating engineering solutions and engineering designs. Proposals from teams of students will be considered. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

SET 400. Professional Development for Seniors. 1 Hour

Career planning for engineering technology majors. The job search process, resume preparation, the job interview, professional development. Required of all engineering technology majors in the junior or senior year. Prerequisites: SET 300 or COP 101 or COP 102.

SET 498. Research & Innovation Laboratory. 1-6 Hours

Students participate in 1) selection and design, 2) investigation and data collection, 3) analysis and 4) presentation of a research project. Research can include, but is not limited to, developing an experiment, collecting and analyzing data, surveying and evaluating literature, developing new tools and techniques including software, and surveying, brainstorming and evaluating engineering solutions and engineering designs. Proposals from teams of students will be considered. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

IET 230. Work Measurement. 3 Hours

Fundamentals of work simplification, motion economy, and productivity improvement using the techniques of time-and-motion study. Setting of labor standards using the techniques of stop watch, pre-determined time, standard data, and work sampling. .

IET 230L. Work Measurement Laboratory. 1 Hour

The application of real-world time-and-motion-study techniques such as operation process, worker-machine, and assembly charts. Calculations for time standards, production efficiency, line balance, cost reduction, labor, and equipment. A written and oral report on a team project. Three hours of laboratory each week. Prerequisites: MTH 137. Corequisites: IET 230.

IET 316. Quantitative Analysis. 3 Hours

Introduction of the mathematical techniques used to support decision making and managerial analysis. Probability theory, decision theory, linear programming, queuing theory, matrix algebra, differential and integral calculus, and differential equations. Prerequisites: MTH 169; SET 153L. Corequisites: MTH 207 or MTH 367 (may be taken concurrently).

IET 317. Industrial Economic & Financial Analysis. 3 Hours

Comparison of manufacturing or service industry projects and investments based on their economic value. Quantification of costs and benefits; analysis using present worth, annual worth, and rate of return methods. Basic monetary concepts, including balance sheets, income statements, amortization charts, etc. The course will culminate in the development of a Business Plan for a new product designed by the student team. Prerequisites: SET 150 or MTH 168 or MTH 148.

IET 318. Statistical Process Control. 3 Hours

Statistics and probability theory applied to produce control charts (x-bar, R, s, p, u, and c) to monitor processes. Interpretation and application of these charts. Problem solving techniques, Pareto analysis, and modern quality management techniques. Prerequisites: MTH 168, MTH 207 or MTH 367.

IET 319. Quality Improvement Methods. 3 Hours

Study of problem-solving methodologies and techniques. Team development. Students will learn to use Pareto diagrams, force field analysis, cause and effect diagrams, process mapping, and other problem-solving tools. Quality costs, product liability, and ethics are also covered. Prerequisite(s): IET 318.

IET 320. Design and Analysis of Experiments. 3 Hours

This class introduces students to analytic methods for experimental design. It concerns the design, collection, and analysis of experiments both in manufacturing and service systems. Students will examine the proper analysis for a given experimental design and set of assumptions. Topics will include one-way and factorial designs, fractional factorial designs. Students will learn both computational and software-based analytic methods. Prerequisites: MTH 207 or MTH 367.

IET 321. Quality Management. 3 Hours

This course provides students with an understanding of managing a total quality environment to improve quality, increase productivity and reduce costs. The course covers Total Quality Management implementation strategies, requirements of ISO 9000, QS 9000, and the Malcolm Baldrige award. Prerequisites: IET 318; MTH 207 or MTH 367.

IET 322. Data Analytics. 3 Hours

Data analytics help to enhance productivity through the application of quantitative and qualitative techniques to extract and categorize data to identify and analyze data patterns. Data analytics demand an integrated set of skills such as statistics, machine learning, and mathematics. This course will introduce students to some of the tools and basic principles of data analytics. Among the techniques, tools, and concepts that students will be introduced to are data collection, analysis of exploratory data, descriptive modeling, predictive modeling, evaluation and effective communication of analytical outcomes. Prerequisite(s): IET 316.

IET 323. Project Management. 3 Hours

This course is intended to prepare students to understand and be able to apply the principles of project management to processes they encounter in their jobs. Topics include the role of project manager, planning the project, work breakdown structure, scheduling project, project control and evaluation, earned value analysis, study of the structure, techniques, and application of project management including mathematical models, decision-making, styles of management, ethics, and communications. Students will also work on a team project with written and oral presentations. Prerequisites: CMM 100, Junior or Senior status.

IET 330. Cost Estimating and Control. 3 Hours

Study of the fundamentals of cost estimating of labor, material, and overhead for products, projects, operations, and systems. Semester team projects, written and oral. Study of job order and process cost accounting, activity based costing, and cost-volume-profit relationships. Prerequisites: IET 317 and IET 332.

IET 332. Facilities Layout Design. 3 Hours

Design of manufacturing and service facilities for the most efficient flow of raw materials, work-in-process, and completed stock through a work place. Facilities layout, material handling, and warehousing in relation to trends toward reduced inventory, smaller lot sizes, and just-in-time. Prerequisite(s): MCT 110L.

IET 335. Process Simulation and Analysis. 3 Hours

Introduction to analysis of business, service and industry systems using a simulation software package. Topics covered include creation of simulation models in two and three dimensions that model processes and how to gather the appropriate input data and analyze the output data from the simulation software. Prerequisites: MTH 367 or MTH 207.

IET 335L. Process Simulation and Analysis Lab. 1 Hour

Introduction to analysis of business, service and industry systems using a simulation software package. Topics covered include creation of simulation models in two and three dimensions that model processes and how to gather the appropriate input data and analyze the output data from the simulation software. Prerequisite(s): SET153L and Junior or Senior status.

IET 400. Selected Topics. 1-4 Hours

Self-paced research course. Preparation of a documented written research project on an engineering technology subject. May not be taken more than once. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

IET 401. Global Regulatory and Legal Framework of Quality in Industry and Business. 3 Hours

This course is geared to students interested in broadening their understanding of the legal and regulatory framework established to ensure quality in the development of products in science and technology. This course will provide an overview of regulations for the pharmaceutical, medical device, biotech, animal health, and consumer goods industries. Students will be introduced to fundamental concepts in the regulations related to clinical trial development, management, ethics, data integrity, data security, privacy, change control and validation.

IET 402. Product Development and Validation in Life Sciences. 3 Hours

This course will give students an understanding of the processes used in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and pharmaceutical industries for the development of new products. Students will learn the scientific principles used in such developments that ensure that products meet quality standards. This course, the second in a series of courses which will better prepare students for employment in the quality health science areas. Instructors will explore how rigorous human factor engineering studies and clinical trials provide essential inputs into the product development process. The students will be introduced to concepts such as gap analysis, risk assessment, master plan, process characterization, installation qualification, operational qualification, measurement system analysis, repeatability and reproducibility (data collection / analysis), performance qualification/validation. In a world of innovative technology, it is critical that the students gain an understanding of computer system and software validation to ensure the quality of data generation, data storage, and digital processes used in manufacturing and products with digital components using technical and practical aspects expected in the regulated life science industries. Prerequisites: MED 401 or IET 401 or ISE 401.

IET 403. Risk and Failure Analysis in Quality Science. 3 Hours

This course will dive into the nuances of the life science industries related to the specific regulations that apply to consumer health products. Importantly, it is desired that students take this course while on internship at a life science company such that they can experience a failure while learning all that is required for acceptable resolution. Through the use of historical risk analysis techniques, such as FMEA, Fault Tree, and 5 Why’s, students will be able to analyze a holistic set of data (in-production, across product lines, across equipment, human variability, on-market, on-stability, validation studies, change control, etc.) that will lead to scientifically justified investigations supported by evidence, and the identification of effective corrective and preventative actions (CAPA). Prerequisites: MED 401 or IET 401 or ISE 401.

IET 408. Lean Management and Six Sigma. 3 Hours

This course reviews the tools used to improve business performance, such as increasing process efficiency and reducing variation and waste. The course is designed around the rigorous approach known as DMAIC and covers a wide variety of problem-solving strategies based on statistics, optimization, and project management. The course elegantly integrates Six Sigma methodologies with lean enterprise principles, such as Kaizen, poka-yoke, and pull-push systems. The topics covered in this course are used both in manufacturing and service industry including hospitals, banks, and retailers. At the end of this course, students will be equipped to help organizations achieve their operational excellence. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status.

IET 409. Lean Management. 3 Hours

Study of the principles and current practices of optimizing production using Lean Manufacturing concepts. Just-In-Time, Takt Time, Kaizen, set-up reduction, pull systems, focused factories, standard operations, total productive maintenance, and defect-free manufacturing. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status.

IET 410. Design for Six Sigma for Engineers. 3 Hours

Product development methodology for the development of robust products, processes and services; methods for collecting and statistically analyzing the voice of the customer; development of product concepts; experimentation for designing in quality; product modeling to reduce risk through robust design; data driven decision-making for continuous improvement in products, service design, and process design. Prerequisites: MTH 207 or MTH 367, IET 408.

IET 415. Global Supply Chain Management. 3 Hours

This course is intended to educate students on the fundamental roles played by supply chain management in the Global economy. Students will gain knowledge on the management of local and global supply chain functions and their impact on industries, customers, and suppliers. Students will learn to optimize supply chain resources to reduce cost and improve revenue. Students will learn to utilize data and contemporary tools to make informed decisions in a global supply chain environment. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior status.

IET 420. Industrial & Environmental Safety. 3 Hours

Application of safety techniques and principles to identify and correct unsafe situations and practices. Study of system safety, failure modes and effects analysis, fault tree analysis, preliminary hazard analysis, hazardous materials and practices, OSHA, health and personal protection.

IET 423. The IET in Service Organizations. 3 Hours

Case studies, articles, guest speakers, and projects to provide insight into how industrial engineering technology skills and training can be applied to service industries including hospitals, banks, and eating and retailing establishments. IET major; junior status. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior status.

IET 426. Systems Engineering Foundation. 3 Hours

There is a need for engineering professionals to understand the benefits of following a sound systems engineering approach when designing and improving systems. This course addresses systems engineering concepts and processes, explaining activities and tools for developing system solutions to meet customer needs. Using the online Systems Engineering Body of Knowledge as the guiding topics such as systems thinking, concept of operations, requirements analysis, design, testing, and life-cycle sustainment are discussed. The design lifecycle models including the Vee model along with the different system types of product, service, enterprise, and system of system will be discussed. The interdisciplinary and cross-functional nature of systems engineering is also emphasized along with the systems engineering management planning. Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing.

IET 435. Human Factors. 3 Hours

Methods to improve the interface between humans and their environment. Human characteristics are studied to determine the best way to design the task, product, work station, or other environmental features to accommodate the human. Written and oral projects. Prerequisite(s): IET 230 and (Junior or Senior status).

IET 446. Six Sigma Green Belt. 3 Hours

Learn, practice, and use six-sigma tools in preparation of a final certification project in a commercial business situation. Use, analyze and solve an identified business variation problem to achieve industry recognized certification.

IET 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; IET 408; IET 435. Corequisites: IET 335; IET 330.

IET 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.

IET 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. Prerequisites: IET 493.

MCT 110L. Mechanical Design & CAD I. 2 Hours

An introduction to Mechanical Design using commercial computer-aided design (CAD) software. Using appropriate CAD modeling techniques to create 3-dimensional component and assembly models. Creating technical drawings that show a basic knowledge of industry standards and practices. The course includes an introduction to Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing principals and 2-dimensional CAD layouts.

MCT 111L. Mechanical Design & CAD II. 2 Hours

Intermediate and advanced design techniques and application of standards to develop mechanical devices are explored through the application of 3D parametric solid-modeling computer-aided design (CAD) software. The student will gain experience through the completion of individual and team design projects. Students will analyze customer requirements using Quality Function Deployment, Design for Manufacturability and Design Failure Mode & Effects analysis as they develop more advanced models and assemblies to meet these requirements. Prerequisites: MCT 110L or MEE 104L.

MCT 112L. Introduction to Mechanical Design. 3 Hours

Modern design techniques to develop a mechanical device are explored. This is achieved through the application of commercial parametric solid modeling software. Experience with such a system is gained through the completion of individual and team design projects. The application of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing standards per ASME Y14.5 2009 is integrated into the design process. Prerequisite(s): MCT 110L.

MCT 215. Statics. 3 Hours

Study of forces on bodies at rest. Vectors, force systems, components, reactions, resultants, free body diagrams, equilibrium, centroids, and moments of inertia. Prerequisites: SET 150 or MTH 168. Corequisites: MTH 168.

MCT 220. Statics & Dynamics. 3 Hours

Study of forces on bodies at rest and in motion using Newton¿¿s three laws of motion. Vectors, force systems, components, reactions, resultants, free body diagrams, equilibrium, centroids, moment of inertia, kinetics, and kinematics. Corequisite(s): MTH 137 or MTH 168.

MCT 221. Strength of Materials. 3 Hours

Analysis and design of load-carrying members, considering stress, strain, and deflection. Study of direct tension, compression, and shear; torsion; shear and moment diagrams; bending; combined stress; analysis of columns; pressure vessels. Prerequisites: MCT 215; MTH 168.

MCT 231. Fluid Mechanics. 3 Hours

Fluid properties, fluid statics including manometry, submerged surfaces, buoyancy and stability of floating bodies. The principles of fluid flow including Bernoulli's and energy equations, energy losses, and pump power. Analysis and design of pipe line systems and open channels; pump selection. Prerequisite(s): MTH 168.

MCT 313. Industrial Mechanisms. 3 Hours

Design and analysis of linkages and cams. Graphical solutions to kinematics problems including the concepts of instantaneous motion and relative motion. Development and analysis of motion diagrams. Study of geometric features of gears and gear transmission systems. Prerequisite(s): MCT 110L, MCT 220; MTH 137 or MTH168.

MCT 315. Dynamics. 3 Hours

Study of bodies in motion with a focus on machinery applications. Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies including translation, rotation, plane motion, and relative motion. Kinetics by the methods of force-mass-acceleration, work-energy, and impulse-momentum. Introduction to mechanical vibrations. Prerequisite(s): MCT 215; MTH 169; PHY 201.

MCT 317. Machine Dynamics. 3 Hours

Principles of applied engineering mechanics as they relate to machines; static force analysis in both 2 and 3 dimensional systems, kinetics of machine components by the methods of force-mass-acceleration, work-energy, and impulse-momentum; machine balancing; introduction to mechanical vibrations. Prerequisite(s): MCT 111L, MCT 313; MTH 138 or MTH 168; SET 153L.

MCT 320. Design of Machine Elements I. 3 Hours

Analytical design techniques used to evaluate machine elements & structures; stress analysis, working stress, failure theories, fatigue failure, buckling failure. Design methods for gears. Original design project using commercial 3D solid modeling software. Introduction to Finite Element Analysis using commercial software. Prerequisites: MCT 112L, MCT 221.

MCT 330. Design of Machine Elements. 3 Hours

Analytical design techniques used to evaluate machine elements; stress analysis, working stress, failure theories, fatigue failure; design methods for spur gears, shafts, keys and couplings, roller and journal bearings, and springs. Original design project. Prerequisite(s): MCT 111L, MCT 221, MFG 208L.

MCT 336. Fluid Power. 3 Hours

Study of hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power components and systems used in industrial, mobile, and aerospace applications; standard symbols in circuit design; circuit analysis; specification for pumps, valves, cylinders, and circuits; hydraulic fluids; filtration; electric motors; system efficiencies; proportional control and electrohydraulic servo control systems; seals; fluid conductors; pneumatic components and systems. Library research project. Corequisite(s): MCT 336L.

MCT 336L. Fluid Power Laboratory. 1 Hour

To accompany MCT 336. Evaluation of fluid power components: pressure, flow, RPM, sound level, current, voltage, power, torque, and time. Graphical design, computational analysis, assembly, and testing of typical circuits and systems. Testing of hydraulic fluids for viscosity, pour point, flash and fire point, specific gravity. Three hours of laboratory a week. Corequisite(s): MCT 336.

MCT 337. Fluid Power w/ Lab. 3 Hours

Study of hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power components and systems used in industrial, mobile, and aerospace applications; standard symbols in circuit design; circuit analysis; specification for pumps, valves, cylinders, and circuits; hydraulic fluids; filtration; electric motors; system efficiencies; proportional control and electro-hydraulic servo control systems; seals; fluid conductors; pneumatic components and systems. Evaluation of fluid power components; pressure, flow, RPM, sound level, current, voltage, power, torque, and time. Graphical design, computational analysis, assembly, and testing of typical circuits and systems. Testing of hydraulic fluids for viscosity, pour point, flash and fire point, specific gravity. This course is a lecture with an integrated lab; 2 hours of lecture with 3 hours of lab.

MCT 342. Thermodynamics. 3 Hours

Energy analysis of engineering systems using the concepts and laws of thermodynamics. The principle of the mechanical equivalent of heat, behavior of pure substances, use of thermodynamic property tables, and study of gas mixtures. Application of the Carnot cycle to both heat engines and reversed heat engines. Prerequisites: MCT 231.

MCT 400. Selected Mechanical Topics. 1-4 Hours

Investigations and discussion of cur-rent technical topics in mechanical engineering technology. Research report. May be taken more than once. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

MCT 420. Design of Machine Elements II. 3 Hours

Design, analysis, and selection of basic machine components including: belt & chain drives, gears, rolling contact & plain surface bearings, linear motion elements, electric motors, and clutches/brakes. Design project(s) using commercial 3D solid modeling software. Prerequisite(s): MCT 320; MCT 315.

MCT 423. Product Development. 3 Hours

Synthesis of mechanical devices and systems. Emphasis on the integration of various machine elements into a single unit. Activities include design, scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, fabrication, assembly and performance testing of an original team project. Prerequisite(s): MCT 330.

MCT 430. Design of Fluid Power Systems. 3 Hours

Energy efficiency; pressure drop determinations, variable volume pressure-compensated pumps, accumulators, proportional and electrohydraulic valves, cylinder design, hydraulic motor selection; circuit design, open and closed loop systems, power unit design; sizing of electric motors; use of industrial data and National Fluid Power Assn.-JIC design standards. Individual design project. Prerequisite(s): MCT 336.

MCT 438. Heat Transfer. 3 Hours

The principles of conduction, convection, and thermal radiation energy transfer. Conduction through series and parallel walls, pipes, and containers. Forced and free convection through films, thermal radiation of energy between surfaces, and the overall transfer of heat. Prerequisites: MCT 231; SET 250.

MCT 440. Applied Vibrations. 3 Hours

Free and forced vibration of single degree of freedom systems with and without damping. Industrial applications including reciprocating and rotating machinery, balancing, isolation, and noise reduction. Demonstrations of vibration sensors and instrumentation. Prerequisite(s): MCT 317; SET 153L.

MCT 445. Experimental Mechanics. 3 Hours

The selection, application, and use of strain gages and strain gage rosettes. Transformation of stress and strain. Advanced mechanics of materials topics with empirical verification of theoretical predictions. Prerequisite(s): MCT 221. Corequisite(s): MCT 445L.

MCT 445L. Experimental Mechanics Laboratory. 1 Hour

Installation of strain gauge rosettes. Experiments to determine the state of strain and stress in structures using strain gauges, photoelasticity, and brittle coatings. Vibration measurement using strain gauges, accelerometers, and motion transducers. Written and oral reports. Corequisite(s): MCT 445.

MCT 446. Applied Finite Element Modeling. 3 Hours

Introduction to the fundamentals of structural finite element modeling. Geometry creation, element types, material specification, problem solution and results postprocessing. A focus is placed on modeling techniques using commercially available software. Prerequisites: MCT 221; SET 250.

MCT 456. Automotive Powertrain & Chassis Systems. 3 Hours

Theory and design of engines, transmissions, suspension, and chassis systems. Overview of manufacturing and commercial aspects of the automotive industry. Prerequisites: EGR 201 or MCT 215.

MCT 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. Prerequisite(s): IET 323 and MCT 320. Corequisite(s): MCT 420.

MCT 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.

MCT 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. Prerequisites: MCT 493.