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Fall Semester 2019 Catalog

Mechanical Engineering Technology, Associate of Applied Science Degree

Overview

Offered at the Augusta campus

Entrance Dates:Fall, Spring, and Summer
Length of Program:Five Terms
Credit Hours Required for Graduation:67

Program Description: The Mechanical Engineering Technology program consists of a planned sequence of carefully developed college-level courses designed to prepare students to work in the field of mechanical engineering technology. Graduates will receive an associate degree with a major in Mechanical Engineering Technology with emphasis in manufacturing and design. The program of study requires the application of scientific, mathematical, and engineering knowledge and methods combined with the technical skills required for the support of engineering activities. High school graduation or GED is required for admission to this program.

Program Objectives: Graduates of the program will:

  • Obtain technical positions and work competently in professional careers related to the field of mechanical engineering.
  • Have the skills and abilities to make a seamless transfer or advancement to higher level mechanical engineering or related educational programs, and are well prepared for professional growth and upward mobility.
  • Be able to perform as team players, communicate and work well with others including those from diverse cultures, and practice ethical behaviors in the workplace.

Employment Opportunities: The increasing complexity of modern technology results in an increased demand for engineering technicians. Graduates will work with engineers and scientists in developing, manufacturing, distributing, and marketing new technically advanced designs and other world-class quality products in a global market. To successfully compete in this market requires all engineering technology graduates to be thoroughly knowledgeable of and skilled in computer-aided technologies such as computer aided design, and manufacturing.

Curriculum Outline

General Core Courses, 23 credits

ENGL 1101COMPOSITION & RHETORIC

3

 

ECON 1101PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS

3

OR

XXXX XXXXSocial/Behavioral Sciences Elective

3

 

MATH 1111COLLEGE ALGEBRA

3

MATH 1113PRECALCULUS

3

PHYS 1111INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS I

3

PHYS 1111LINTRODUCTORY PHYSICS LAB I

1

CHEM 1211CHEMISTRY I

3

CHEM 1211LCHEMISTRY I LAB

1

XXXX XXXXHumanities/Fine Arts Elective

3

Occupational Courses, 44 credits

ENGT 1000Intro to Engineering Tech

3

OR

NUET 1000Intro Nuclear Power Industry

3

 

DFTG 2010Engineering Graphics

4

TDSG 1202ENGINEERING GRAPHICS II

4

 

ENGL 1105TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS

3

OR

BUSN 1320Business Interaction Skills

3

 

MEGT 1010Manufacturing Processes

3

MEGT 2020ENGINEERING MATERIALS

4

MEGT 2030STATICS

3

MEGT 2080STRENGTH OF MATERIALS

4

MEGT 2090MACHINE DESIGN

4

MEGT 2100MANUFACTURING QUALITY CONTROL

3

MEGT 2260FLUID POWER

3

MEGT 2600FINAL PROJECTS

3

XXXX XXXXTechnical Elective

3

Suggested Occupational Elective Courses

MEGT 1910COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR MET

3

NUET 1250THERMODYNAMICS & HEAT TRANSFR

3

ECET 1101CIRCUIT ANALYSIS I

4

ECET 1191COMPUTER PROGRAMMING FUND

3

TDSG 1203ENGINEERING GRAPHICS III

5

TDSG 1205CAD/CAM

4

Notes:

  • A grade of ―C or higher is required for all program courses.
  • The Mechanical Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org

Accreditation