Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Teaches the basic principles of physics, mechanics, electricity, fluid power, and electronics required for understanding instrumentation devices used by modern industrial complexes.

This course emphasizes the importance of safety and sanitation in an industrial setting, the design of Industrial Safety Programs and Safety Management. Attention is focused on meeting federal safety regulations, setting up safety programs, etc.

This course provides an introduction to the principles of both AC and DC electrical circuits. Emphasis is placed on industrial applications involving electric motors, controls and instrumentation.

This course covers the basic concepts and symbols of industrial blueprints. Students will also study and apply measurements in the metric and standard systems using conventional devices such as tape measures, decimal rules, micrometers, dial calipers and protractors. Some basic mathematical calculations common to industry will be explored and practiced.

This course will provide students with the information required to begin using state-of-the-art programmable controllers. Students will cover information on programmable controller terminology, operation, and basic program entry, coupled with hands-on lab experience to reinforce learning. Allen-Bradley’s programmable controllers are used in hands-on activities for demonstration.

This course introduces the basic laws of thermodynamics and thermodynamic cycles. In addition, elementary concepts in heat transfer are discussed. Applications in heating, ventilating, and air conditioning are included. Laboratory exercises support the theoretical discussions.

This course emphasizes the application of psychological principles as they are related to professional pursuits. Particular topics included are individual differences and group behavior involved in personnel selection, industrial safety and hygiene, motivation, personnel training,consumer behavior, human error, job analysis and human factor engineering.

This course provides an introduction to the principles of the static and dynamic behavior of incompressible fluid flow. These principles are applied to problems involving hydraulics, pneumatics, and flow in pipes.

This course covers the fundamental concepts associated with automation and production in contemporary industries as well as the analytical techniques and controls necessary for decision-making in production systems.

This course provides the student with an understanding of inventory classifications, modern inventory control methods, inventory optimization, and future trends in inventory control.

This course introduces the principles involved in the performance of mechanical work. Various drive types, gears and belts for example,are analyzed for suitability of application and maintenance.

This course is designed to introduce the student to the world of advanced manufacturing and establish a foundation upon which further studies in manufacturing might rest. Students will explore basic manufacturing materials and processes, tools, techniques and produce some more simple products.

This course is designed to expand on the introductory manufacturing course and to expose the student to the basic design concepts,computer skills, and drawing skills used in product and process design within the field of manufacturing. Additionally, the course is designed to expose students to a number of interpersonal skills and competencies necessary for a sustained career in manufacturing.

The course provides the student with a hands-on learning experience with the basic tools, equipment and operations of manufacturing industries. The student will understand the relationship between a manufacturing need, a design, materials and processes as well as tools and equipment.

The course is designed to expand upon previous courses and allow students the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of power systems and use the advanced tools of manufacturing production. Students will plan, design, implement, use, and troubleshoot manufacturing power systems, equipment systems and control systems.

The course will introduce students to manufacturing materials, materials testing, and materials science. Additionally, this course will introduce students to primary and secondary processing and manufacturing and allow the student to instruct and conduct experiments with various manufacturing materials.

The course is designed to expand upon concepts learned in introductory courses while allowing students to explore how manufacturing enterprises are established, how they maintain control, how they plan, how they produce, package, and market products. As a part of a product development team, students will analyze customer needs, and market requirements, conceptualize a design, develop a prototype,production tooling and other procedures.

The course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing equipment safety, maintenance and operation procedures, control systems as well as leadership abilities in the field.

The course will introduce some new concepts related to engineering design and problem solving, however, the primary function of this course will be to serve as a venue for students to place all previous learning into a manufacturing context. Students will solve a given manufacturing challenge that requires the use of advanced manufacturing technology systems, design skills, communication skills and a thorough understanding of manufacturing materials, processes and techniques.