Manufacturing Engineering Technology Degree | Middlesex Community College, CT

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Manufacturing Engineering Technology Degree

First Semester (Fall)	Category	16 Credits
ENG101 (or ENG101E): Composition	Gen Ed: Written Communication	3
Gen Ed: Historical Knowledge	Gen Ed: Historical Knowledge	3
EGR*112 Engineering Drawings Specifications	Program Requirement	3
MFG*150 Introduction to Machine Technology	Program Requirement	4
GEO, POL, HIS* Elective	Program Requirement	3
Second Semester	Category	17 Credits
CAD110: Introduction to CAD OR CAD220: Parametric Design	Program Requirement	3
CHE*121: General Chemistry I	Gen Ed: Scientific Reasoning	4
MFG202: Precision Machining OR MFG165: Intermediate Machine Technology	Program Requirement	3
MFG203: Precision Machining Lab Not required if student is co-enrolled in, or has completed, MFG165	Program Requirement	1
COM*173: Public Speaking	Gen Ed: Oral Communication	3
Gen Ed: ECN* Elective	Gen Ed: ECN* Elective	3
Third Semester (Fall)	Category	17 Credits
ENG*202: Technical Writing	Gen Ed: Oral Communication	3
MAT*254: Calculus I	Gen Ed: Quantitative Reasoning	4
PHY121: General Physics OR PHY221: Calculus Based Physics	Gen Ed: Scientific Reasoning	4
MFG*168: CNC I	Program Requirement	3
MFG*239: Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing	Program Requirement	3
Fourth Semester (Spring)	Category	16 Credits
Gen Ed: Aesthetic Dimension	Gen Ed: Aesthetic Dimension	3
EGR*211: Applied Mechanics (Statics)	Program Requirement	3
MAT*256: Calculus II	Program Requirement	4
MFG*256: Manufacturing Machinery CNC II	Program Requirement	3
Gen Ed: Social Phenomena	Gen Ed: Social Phenomena	3
Total Program Credits:		66

Contact

Keith Carter

Director of Advanced Manufacturing
Phone: 860-343-5865
Email: kcarter@mxcc.edu
Office Location: Vinal Technical High School

AST*111, Introduction to Astronomy (4 credits) An introduction to the study of the solar system, the stars, galaxies, nebulae, and newly discovered celestial bodies. Laboratory activities and field trips included. Prerequisites: MAT*137 and eligible for ENG*101. (New course, Fall 2020)

CJS*141, Fingerprinting (1 credit) This hands-on workshop will expose students to the fundamental skills necessary for documenting, identifying, and developing latent fingerprints. Students will utilize both chemical and physical visualization techniques to include: fingerprint powders, magnetic powders, SPR, Cyanoacrylate fuming, iodine, crystal, and crystal violet. Prerequisites: None

ENG*101 • ENG*101-ALP, Composition (3 credits) Fall • Spring • Summer Gen Ed Competencies: Written Communication in English Students will develop written texts of varying lengths and styles for different audiences and purposes. They will respond to rhetorical situations, use sources, craft logical arguments, apply language conventions, and formulate effective writing strategies. Reading Prerequisite: ENG*073 or ESL*173 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement, or SAT/ACT scores; Writing Prerequisites: ENG*063 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement; or SAT/ACT scores; or ENG*096 with a grade of “C” or better. (Updated Fall 2017) (Fulfills an “L” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)

ENG*101E, Composition Embedded (3 credits/4 contact hrs.) $$ Supplemental Course Fee Gen Ed Competency: Written Communication in English Composition focuses on the study and practice of effective written communication across a variety of rhetorical situations. The course develops skills in applying language conventions, engaging with and using authoritative sources, and crafting logical arguments. Composition with Embedded support meets the same outcomes as ENG*101, but offers students additional support through supplemental instruction, increased time on task, focused workshops, and/or tutoring. Reading Prerequisite: ENG* 073 or ESL *173 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement, or SAT/ACT scores; Writing Prerequisites: ENG*063 with a grade of “C-” or better; or placement; or SAT/ACT scores; or ENG*096 with a grade of “C” or better. (Updated Fall 2017) (Fulfills an “L” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)

EGR*112, Engineering Drawing Specifications (3 Credits) An introduction to the interpretation of engineering drawings beginning with the basics of orthographic projection. Topics include: working drawings, lines, linear and angular dimensioning, sectional views, tolerances and allowances, thread representation, arrowless and tabular dimensioning, steel specifications, auxiliary views, point-to-point and datum dimensioning conforming to ANSI Y14.5M and ISO standards. (New course, Fall 2017)

MFG*150 Intro. to Machine Technology (4 credits, 6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee This course replaces MFG*102 Manufacturing Processes and MFG*103 Manufacturing Processes Lab. Introduction to Machine Technology introduces the student to the fundamentals of Metal Machining Technology. The student is introduced to the basic metal machining equipment including Lathe, Miller, Drill Press, Saw, and Grinding Wheels. Students will perform basic lathe operations, which will consist of facing, center-drilling, chuck turning, turning between centers, boring, grooving, tapers, knurling, and single point threading. Students will identify the major parts of the vertical & horizontal mill, align a vise, use an indicator, edge finder, and boring head, determine speeds and feeds, perform simple indexing, mill flat, square surfaces and slots, drill, bore, and tap holes.

CAD*110, Introduction to CAD (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Continuing Learning/Information Literacy An introduction to the techniques of generating graphic images with computers using AutoCAD. Topics include: overview of CAD terminology, computer terminology, hardware descriptions and requirements, file manipulation and management, two dimensional geometric construction, symbol library creation, dimensioning, scaling, sectioning, plotting, detail and assembly drawings including tolerance studies. (Updated November 2014)

CAD*220, Parametric Design (3 credits) Introduction to computer-based design using SolidWorks® parametric 3D CAD software. The course focuses on Parametric Modeling and topics include: Design Intent and Process, Sketching Techniques, Model Development Techniques, Process-Specific Modeling, Design Changes, Editing Models, Patterning and Assembly Techniques. Students will participate in mostly individual and some group design projects as appropriate. Prerequisite: CAD*110 . (Existing course, published April 2015)

CHE*121, General Chemistry I (4 credits/6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Knowledge & Understanding, Scientific Reasoning The first of a two semester sequence, this course introduces fundamental concepts, models, and techniques including stoichiometry, periodicity, atomic structure, reaction types, and molecular shape. This course also prepares the student for continued study in CHE*122. Lecture: 3 hrs. per week. Laboratory: 3 hrs. per week. Prerequisites: Eligible for ENG 101, completion of MAT 137E or 137 with C- or better and completion of either High School Chemistry, CHE 101, or CHE 111. (Updated Fall 2021)

MFG*202, Precision Machining (3 credits) This course explains common methods of machining used to shape parts to specifications with the emphasis on traditional tool room machinery (lathes, milling machines, drilling machines, and grinders). Related topics also include shop safety, hand tools, measurement, layout work, and cutting fluids. Students will apply classroom lessons to the fabrication of parts in the lab course. Co-requisite: MFG*203. (Updated for Fall 2016)

MFG*203, Precision Machining Lab (1 Credit) This course supplements the Precision Machining course by providing the lab time necessary to reinforce classroom lessons.Students use lab machinery and equipment to shape parts to specifications using traditional tool room machinery (lathes,milling machines, drilling machines, and grinders).Related topics also include shop safety, hand tools, measurement, layout work, and cutting fluids. Students will be required to do lab work beyond the lab time scheduled for this course. Prerequisites:Completion of MFG*103 and MFG*102 co-requisite with a grade of C- or better.

COM*173, Public Speaking (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Oral Communication in English Students will develop oral messages of varying lengths and styles that communicate across a variety of settings. Prerequisite: Either ENG*101ALP, ENG*101E, or ENG*101. (Updated November 2014) (Fulfills an "L" course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)

ENG*202, Technical Writing (3 credits) Gen Ed Competencies: Critical Analysis & Logical Thinking, Written Communication in English Practice and analysis of formats used in scientific and industrial writing. This may not be used as a 200-level literature course. Prerequisite: Either ENG*101ALP, ENG*101E, or ENG*101 .(Updated Fall 2017) (Fulfills an “L” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)

MAT*254, Calculus I (4 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Quantitative Reasoning A course in differential calculus. Topics include limits, continuity, derivatives, anti-derivatives, and applications. Prerequisite: Eligible for either ENG*101E or ENG*101 and MAT*186 with a grade of “C” or better OR eligible for either ENG*101E or ENG*101 and Math placement. (Updated November 2014)

PHY*121, General Physics I (4 credits/6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee Gen Ed Competency: Scientific Reasoning Basic concepts of mechanics and heat, including motion, forces, work and energy, conservation laws, fluid and thermal phenomena, and the laws of thermodynamics. Scientific calculator required. Lecture: 3 hrs. per week. Laboratory: 3 hrs. per week. Prerequisites: Eligible for ENG*101, and MAT*173 with a grade of “C” or better.(Updated October 2014)

PHY*221, Calculus-Based Physics I (4 credits/6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee Gen Ed Competency: Scientific Reasoning Basic facts and principles of physics. Elementary concepts of calculus are used. Classical dynamics, rigid-body motion, harmonic motion, wave motion, acoustics, relativistic dynamics, thermodynamics. Lecture: 3 hrs. per week. Laboratory: 3 hrs. per week. Prerequisite: MAT*254, which may be taken concurrently. (Updated October 2014)

MFG*168 CNC I (3 credits) First course in CNC machinery and programming. Topics include: Cartesian coordinates, the safe use of CNC equipment, set up and operate a 2-axis CNC lathe and a 3-axis CNC machining center, CNC programming, and execution of these programs. Prerequisite: Placement in ENG*063/101E or higher or enrollment in ENG*096.

MFG*239, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (3 Credits) An intermediate course in the interpretation of engineering drawing beginning with the basics of dimensional tolerances and tolerance systems. Topics include: the mathematics of interpreting and specifying tolerances on dimensions, the system of geometric tolerancing, the basic nomenclature and standard symbols conforming to ANSI Y14.5M. Prerequisites: EGR*112 or MFG*124. (New course, Fall 2017)

EGR*211, Applied Mechanics I (Statics) (3 Credits) Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Knowledge & Understanding, Scientific Reasoning The fundamentals of statics, including the resolution and composition of forces, the equilibrium of force systems, the analysis of forces acting on structures and machines, centroids, moments of inertia. Vector methods are used. Prerequisite/Co-requisite: MAT*256. (Updated Fall 2017)

MAT*256, Calculus II (4 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Quantitative Reasoning The definite integral applied to algebraic and transcendental functions, techniques of integration, polar coordinates and applications, infinite series, and vectors. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG*101 or ENG*101E and MAT*254 with a grade of “C” or better. (Updated October 2018)

MFG*256, Manufacturing Machinery CNC II (3 credits/6 contact hrs.) This course has been replaced by MFG*258. Students cannot receive academic credit for BOTH MFG*256 and MFG*258. This second course in Computer Numerical Controlled programming is a continuation of CNC I and provides a further study of CNC programming for the Lathe and Vertical Machining Center. Topics include setup and tooling, programming simple parts, canned drilling cycles, circular interpolation, special milling cycles, cutter compensation, looping and macros, and special features. Students will be introduced to MasterCAM software and use it to create part programs. Prerequisite: MFG156 with a grade of “C-” or better. (Course replaced, January 2016)