Topics such a blueprint reading, engineering procedures and calculations, and engineering terminology are covered. In addition, current manufacturing trends, manufacturing organizations, and professional societies are examined. 3 credits An introductory level computer course for Engineering Technology students. The course introduces computer technology critical to the subsequent success in studies of CAD, CAM, Numerical Control Machining and Computer Programming for Technicians. Students will complete assignments in Microsoft Office as well as cover DOS commands and applications, Windows, the web and the basic hardware of the computer.
Additional topics covered include section views, auxiliary views, fasteners and assembly drawings.
The course focus is on producing working detail drawings. 3 credits This course deals with the principles of trusses, frames, machines and machine components. The course will offer the student experience in dealing with coplanar load systems that are concurrent, parallel and noncoplanar. This is a course designed to instruct students in the basics of fluid flow and power transmission in hydraulically controlled machines. The principles of system design and practical uses of hydraulic systems for industrial, agricultural, and off-road applications are emphasized.