MET 103 - Engineering Graphics & Intro. to CAD (1-2-2)
A first course in Computer Aided Design (CAD), includes lab work using AutoCAD software. Topics include fundamentals of engineering graphics, AutoCAD command structure, setting units and limits, drafting primitives, layering, use of editing tools; grid, snap, and axis commands. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to effectively produce two-dimensional drawings using the AutoCAD software program Effective From: Fall 2006

MET 105 - Applied Computer Aided Design (1-2-2)
Prerequisite: MET 103. A second course in Computer Aided Design (CAD), additional AutoCAD topics include blocks, move and copy, array, mirror, text, text styles, 3D and isometric modes. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to use advanced AutoCAD commands to quickly and efficiently produce 2D and 3D drawings, and also be able to modify the AutoCAD environment (e.g., menues, macros, etc.) to boost productivity. Effective From: Fall 2006

MET 205 - Advanced Computer Aided Design (2-2-3)
Prerequisite: MET 105. This course introduces advanced CAD applications, including attribute and attribute extraction, external reference files, solid modeling, surface rendering and animation. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to use a CAD software package to develop animations consisting of 3D models with rendered surfaces. Effective From: Fall 2006

MET 235 - Statics for Technology (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: Phys 102 and Math 238. Provides an understanding of equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies subject to concentrated and distributed forces. Upon successful completion of this course, the students should be able to analyze problems involving the equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, including simple machines, trusses, and frictional forces. Effective From: Fall 2006

MET 236 - Dynamics for Technology (2-0-2)
Prerequisite: MET 235 or Mech 235. Provides an understanding of the mathematics of the motion of particles and rigid bodies, and of the relation of forces and motion of particles. Upon successful completion of this course, the students should be able to describe the motion of particles and rigid bodies as functions of time and position, develop their equations of motions due to applied forces, and determine post impact behavior. Effective From: Fall 2006

MET 237 - Strength of Materials for Technology (2-2-3)
Prerequisite: MET 235 or Mech 235. Provides an understanding of the kinds of stress and deformation and how to determine them in a wide range of simple, practical structured problems, and an understanding of the mechanical behavior of materials under various load conditions. The laboratory experience is integrated within the course. Upon successful completion of this course, the students should be able to determine stresses and deformations for a variety of simple structural problems. Effective From: Fall 2006

MET 301 - Analysis and Design of Machine Elements I (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: Elementary strength of materials, calculus (AAS level), Physics I, C++ or BASIC. The principles of strength of materials are applied to mechanical design. Topics include theory of failure, stress concentration factors and fatigue, the design and analysis of shafts subjected to static and dynamic loadings, and critical speed of a rotating shaft.

MET 302 - Analysis and Design of Machine Elements II (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: MET 301. A continuation of MET 301, including analysis and design of power screws, brakes, clutches, belts, chain drives, gears, gear trains, bearings, and other machine elements.

MET 303 - Applied Thermodynamics (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: Calculus (AAS level), C++ or BASIC, Physics II. Basic principles of thermodynamics and their applications to internal combustion engines, turbines, compressors, power generating and refrigeration systems.

MET 304 - Applied Fluid Mechanics (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: Math 309, Physics II, calculus (AAS level), C++ or BASIC. An introduction to fluid statics and the basic laws of fluid flow; conservation of mass, momentum and energy. Applications of the basic laws to internal and external incompressible flow, including specific topics in pipe flow systems, centrifugal pumps and fans, streamlining, and fluid flow meters.

MET 307 - Plastics Technology (2-2-3)
Prerequisite: MET junior standing. An introduction to the basic concepts of plastics conversion, resin classification, processing techniques and significant engineering properties.

MET 308 - Plastics Processing Techniques (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: MET junior standing, MET 307. A study of the various processing techniques for both thermoset and thermoplastic materials. Topics include extrusion, injection molding, blow molding, compression moldings, and casting processes.

MET 314 - Dynamics of Machinery (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: Dynamics or kinematics (mechanisms), calculus (AAS level), C++ or BASIC. Acquaints students with motion and forces in machines. Topics include velocity and accelerations in linkages, gears, cam and gear trains, static and dynamic forces, and torques in linkages.

MET 395 - Co-op Work Experience I (3 degree credits)
Prerequisites: Junior standing, approval of the department, and permission of the Office of Cooperative Education and Internships. Students gain major-related work experience and reinforcement of their academic program. Work assignments facilitated and approved by the co-op office. Mandatory participation in seminars and completion of a report.

MET 401 - Mechanical Design Project I (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: , MET 302, MET 303, MET 304, MET 314, ECET 329, Eng 352. Project and lecture applies the principles learned in all technical courses to more advanced design situations. Proposal of a typical mechanical engineering system is presented by an individual or by small groups. The proposal must meet the approval of course instructor. A formal proposal is required.

MET 403 - Applied Thermodynamics II (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: Math 309, MET 303 or its equivalent, MET 304. Builds on a first course on thermodynamics and covers thermodynamic properties of steam, first and second law of thermodynamics. Topics include power and refrigeration cycles, psychrometric chart and combustion.

MET 404 - Applied Heat Transfer (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: Math 309, MET 303, MET 304. An introduction to the fundamental theories and applications of heat transfer. Emphasizes understanding and practical problem solving in covering the three fundamental modes of heat transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation.

MET 407 - Structural Design (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: C++ or BASIC, elementary strength of materials. Acquaints students with the fundamentals of structural design. Topics include analysis and design of structural members due to various loadings (tension, compression, bending, torsion, and shear), deflections of structural members, truss analysis, stress analysis of weldment.

MET 409 - AirConditioning and Refrigeration (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: MET 303, MET 304. Calculation of building cooling and heating loads, psychrometric charts, air distribution and duct design. Topics also include compression and absorption refrigeration cycles, automatic control of refrigeration systems, and building energy management.

MET 415 - Automatic Control Systems (2-2-3)
Prerequisites: MET senior standing. Introduction to programmable logic controllers (PLC) as a tool for industrial controls of machines and process. Includes selections of hardware and software, ladder logic programming, wiring methods, maintenance and trouble shooting of.

MET 448 - Mechanical Design Project II (0-2-1)
Prerequisite: MET 401. Continuation of project MET 401. Oral presentation and formal written report are required.

MET 491 - Special Projects in MET (1-0-1)
One-credit special project course for MET students. Must have an instructor agreeing to sponsor the project. Approval by program coordinator is required.

MET 492 - Special Projects in MET (2-0-2)
Two-credit special project course for MET students. Must have an instructor agreeing to sponsor the project. Approval by program coordinator is required.

MET 493 - Special Projects in MET (3-0-3)
Three-credit special project course for MET students. Must have an instructor agreeing to sponsor the project. Approval by program coordinator is required.

MET 495 - Co-op Work Experience II (3 additive credits)
Prerequisite: MET 395. Approval of the department, and permission of the Office of Cooperative Education and Internships. Full-time work experience for approximately one semester. Provides major-related work experience. Mandatory participation in seminars and completion of requirements that include a report and/or project.