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MFGT 101          Robotics I (2 credits)
A lecture/lab introductory course in robotic principles and applications. Includes programming a 5-axis servo scorbot robot with a teach pendant and an IBM-compatible computer. Basic sensors and the use of inputs and outputs to interface controls with the robot are studied. (S)

MFGT 107          Introduction to CNC (2)
A lecture/lab introductory course that introduces the student to the basic fundamentals of CNC programming. Applied lab exercises in programming bench-top mills and lathes are included. (F)

MFGT 110          Industrial Shop Practices (2)
An introduction to the procedures and practices used to develop fundamental industrial shop skills. Students enrolled in this class will learn and apply a variety of practical skills used to aid in any entry level industrial mechanical service occupation. The topics covered in this course are:  general shop safety; Oxy-fuel torch and MIG welding set-up and operation; basic metallurgy and material identification; identification of SAE and ISO metric measuring systems; fastener types/grades identification/applications; identification of twist drills and 4 systems of sizes; identification/application of hand taps; hack saw blade identification/installation; metal working file identification/operation; drill press/hand drill safety/identification/operation; drill grinding gage application; practical use of micrometers/dial caliper/dial indicator/depth micrometer; Heli-coil insert identification/installation; broken bolt removal practices; soldering application; and mechanical/hydraulic arbor press safety and operation.

MFGT 115          Manufacturing Processes I (4)
The study of basic machine tool operations and forming processes topics include:  lathe work, milling, drilling operations, tooling, and fixture work. (F)

MFGT 120          Basic Welding I (1)
Basic training in the use of Oxygen-Acetylene/Propylene Cutting (OFC), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW).  Welding safety, welding equipment, welding joint configurations and welding techniques will be covered.  Welding supplies such as electrodes, shielding gases and electricity will be studied. Welding shop safety is the main focus. (F, S)

MFGT 121          Basic Welding II (1)
Continuation of MFGT 120. This course covers basic horizontal and vertical welding using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). Advanced use of Oxygen-Acetylene/Propylene Cutting (OFC) is also covered. Prerequisite: MFGT 120. (F, S)

MFGT 123          Fabrication Methods I (2)
This course covers basic fabrication techniques as they relate to product manufacturing, maintenance and repair. Topics include: bending, forming, shearing, simple punching operations, flat pattern layouts, basic jig and fixture applications, and assembly methods. (F)

MFGT 124          Mechanical Drives I (2)
Basic mechanical systems components and their applications to industrial machinery. Emphasis is given to how these components work, their use in a mechanical systems, and proper installation and maintenance procedures. Topics include: precision measuring, basic hand and power tool usage, fasteners, belt drives, horsepower/torques, bearings/seals, chain drives, gear drives and couplings. (F)

MFGT 125          Total Quality Improvement (2)
A study of the introductory concepts of total quality improvement. Fundamentals of quality, commitment, teamwork, cause/effect, data collection and decision-making. (F, S)

MFGT 126          Manufacturing Process II (2)
A lecture/lab introductory course that introduces students to robotics and automated systems and their operating characteristics. Students will learn basic coordinate systems and how hydraulic, pneumatic and electromechanical systems function together as a production cell. Applied work cell projects will be utilized. (S)

MFGT 127          Precision Measuring Techniques (2)
A lecture/lab introductory course that introduces the student to common measuring tools and measurements. Topics include: common measuring tools, gauge blocks, surface measurement, dial indicators, micrometers, optical measuring techniques, surface measurements, tolerance zones and basic calibration methods. (S)

MFGT 135          Basic Metallurgy (2)
A basic study of the fundamentals of metallurgy. Topics include classification and properties of materials, alloys, heat treatment, destructive and non-destructive tests, non-ferrous materials, cast iron, plastics and powder metallurgy basics. Includes applied metallurgy lab testing exercises. (F)

MFGT 137          Print Reading I (2)
Basic blueprint interpretation and shop-sketching course for students with little or no previous experience. The principles of blueprint reading and the techniques of making shop sketches are covered in sufficient detail to give the students a working knowledge of the subject. (F, O)

MFGT 140          Fabrication Methods II (2)
This course covers more advanced topics including: bending, forming, shearing, punching operations, template development straightening techniques, fixturing and heat treatment. (F)
 
MFGT 141          Print Reading II (2)

For those students who have a basic understanding of blueprint reading. Selected blueprints cover methods of representation and unusual applications of drafting principles including sketches, auxiliary sections, distorted views and representation of some common production methods. Introduction to tolerancing methods. (S)

MFGT 150          Hydraulics I (2)
A study of the basic hydraulic system and system components. The student will explain how each component works, will relate each component’s relationship to a functioning system, will read and interpret basic hydraulic schematics, and will review general component troubleshooting and maintenance procedures. Topics include: basic hydraulic systems, force, energy, pumps, motors, control valves, actuators, reservoirs, filters, lines, fittings and basic system troubleshooting methods. (F, S)

MFGT 160          Pneumatics (2)
A study of the basic pneumatic system and system components. This study will explain how each component works, will relate each component’s relationship to a functioning system, will include reading and interpreting basic pneumatic schematics, and will review general component troubleshooting and maintenance procedures. Topics include: compressed air, force transmission, energy, air distribution, actuators, valves, regulators, air preparation and basic troubleshooting methods. (F, S)

MFGT 202          Advanced Robotics (2)
A lecture/lab introductory course that is a continuation of Robotics I. This course introduces non-servo robots and their controls, the use of a continuous path robot and basic work cell applications. (S)

MFGT 208          Electro/Mechanical Systems (2)
A continuation of MFGT 126. This course covers more advanced topics in robotics and automated systems and their operating characteristics. Students will work with more complex systems requiring a functioning system that requires fluid power, controls, and electromechanical devices. Applied work cell projects will be utilized. Prerequisite: MFGT 126. (S)

MFGT 225          Intro to SPC (2)
A study of the introductory concepts of statistical process control. Fundamentals of statistics, control charts, process capability, sampling plans, quality costs, ISO 9000 and quality teams. (F, S)

MFGT 228          Geometric Tolerancing (2)
A course dealing with the basic principles used in geometric tolerancing and its use in the world of manufacturing. Topics include:  general tolerancing methods, geometric symbols, datums, material conditions, form tolerances, orientation tolerances, and location tolerances, measuring methods and basic bonus tolerancing methods. (S)

MFGT 230          CIM Lab (5)
Selected production project work to give students real world experience and practice in CIM. (S)

MFGT X92         Experimental Course (1-9)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs during new course development. It is used for one year after which time the course is assigned a different number.

MFGT 297          Cooperative Education (1-5)
Cooperative Education offers students the opportunity to integrate career, social and personal development into the educational process. The cooperative education program allows students to integrate classroom study with a paid work experience related to their fields of study. It is recommended that a student has successfully completed one year of academic study.

MFGT 299          Special Topics (1-9)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs.

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