Mechanical Technology

Engineering graphics fundamentals, incorporating both manual and computer-aided drafting. Includes freehand sketching, principles of applied geometry, multiview drawings, dimensioning, sectioned views, pictorals, conventional drawing practices and standards, and an introduction to AutoCAD. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisite: Eligible to take college level math. Lab fee.

A problem-solving course covering free body diagrams, vectors and vector computations, force systems, moments of forces, couples and equilibrium. The concept of kinematics; the study of displacement, velocity, and acceleration as related to both straight line and curvilinear motion. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisites: MATH 1230 and PHYS 1010.

Continuation of MECH 1050 utilizing both manual and computer-aided drafting methods to produce engineering drawings. Includes auxiliary views, surface intersections, sheet metal developments, screw threads and fasteners, surface finish specifications, conventional and geometric tolerancing, welding symbols, and assembly drawings, and advanced AutoCAD techniques. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisite: MECH 1050. Lab fee.

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) program creation for milling machines and machining centers, edit and simulation using Direct Numerical Control (DNC) software, setup and operation of milling centers to verify program tool paths. Individual/Group Projects required. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisites: Eligible to take college-level math and MACH 1040 or TECH 1080. Lab fee.

Introduction to ANSI Y-14.5M standard for geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and various inspection, measurement and testing methods. Includes use of basic inspection tools (rules, verniers, micrometers, dial calipers, indicators), gage blocks, surface plates, bore gages, fixed gages, sine plate, digital height gages, transfer gages, profilometer, optical comparator and coordinate measuring machines (CMM). using software PC-DMIS. Calibration methods and measurement system analysis (MSA) techniques are covered. Field trip to industrial metrology department. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisite: MECH 1050 and either MACH 1040 or TECH 1080. Lab fee.

Graphic and analytic approaches to the basic principles of mechanisms. Displacement, velocity, and acceleration are calculated for various linkages. Cams, gears, and gear trains are analyzed. Manual and CAD techniques used. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisites: CADD 1700, MECH 1060 and MECH 1550. Lab fee.

Basic components of hydraulics and fluidic systems such as cylinders, valves, and logic elements. Experiments to design and analyze circuits related to power transmission and control. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 1230, TECH 1120. Lab fee.

This course covers the basics of mechanical components and electrical drives in a complex mechatronic system. Based upon a physical system, students will learn the basic functions and physical properties of mechanical components and the roles they play within the system. Students will also learn about mechanical components which lead and support the energy through a mechanical system to increase efficiency and to reduce wear and tear. Materials, lubrication requirements and surface properties will be examined. Technical documentation such as data sheets and specifications of mechanical elements and electrical drives will also be covered. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisites: PHYS 1010. Lab fee.

A problem-solving course including analysis of coplanar forces applied to simple structures, the resulting stresses and deformations, and design considerations. Effects of tension, compression, shear, torsion, and bending are studied through problem-solving and laboratory experiences. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisites: PHYS 1010 and MECH 1060. Lab fee.

Introduction to materials and selection methods. Topics include structure/properties relationships, mechanical properties of metals, strengthening mechanisms, failure analysis phase/transformation diagrams, thermal processing, metal alloys, corrosion, near net shape processes. Research paper/presentation. Lab experiments include hardness and mechanical test methods, thermal processing with microstructure evaluation. Lecture/laboratory. Prerequisite: PHYS 1010, TECH 1110, TECH 1120. Lab fee.