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2008-2010 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Hotel Restaurant Management |
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HR 274 - Front Desk Operations
Credit Hours: 3
An introductory study of all aspects of the front office of hotels and motels. Topics will include reservation procedures, rooming procedures, front office accounting, interpersonal communications and the handling of cash and credit.
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HR 285 - Promotional Strategies in Hospitality
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the principles of hospitality promotions as a key management function. Emphasis will be on information systems, consumer behavior and the development, implementation and evaluation of a hospitality promotional plan.
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HR 286 - Hospitality Operations II
Credit Hours: 7
This course is designed to emphasize the personnel management skills necessary to manage a food service operation. Its concern is on technical expertise in managing a food service operation in addition to performance evaluations, motivational techniques, troubleshooting, problem solving, training, etc. (This course will be scheduled for one-half semester.)
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Human Services |
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HU 100 - Human Interaction
Credit Hours: 3
A student-centered laboratory experience designed to provide participants with an opportunity to learn about themselves as individuals and as prospective helping professionals within the supportive environment of a developing group. Style of communication, collaboration and coping will be explored. Participants will be encouraged to assess the effects of their interpersonal style on others by requesting feedback from the group. Skills in processing group dynamics will be emphasized. This course is the prerequisite to all other Human Services courses.
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HU 101 - Human Services II
Credit Hours: 3
An exploration of the responsibilities of society as it attempts to deal with poverty, crime, mental and physical disabilities, children in trouble, the aged, family breakdown, unemployment and other social problems. Detailed study of public and private programs to alleviate these conditions, with special emphasis on local community resources. Agency personnel will be brought into the classroom to provide primary source accounts of their roles. Optional volunteer work available.
Prerequisites: HU 100.
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HU 102 - Introduction to Helping Relationships
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the generic principles and methods of the helping relationship; a study of the methods of assisting the professional in casework, group work, individual counseling, group counseling and community organization. Listening, observing, communicating and interviewing skills are emphasized.
Prerequisites: HU 100.
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HU 103 - Human Services IV
Credit Hours: 3
Educationally-directed placement in an agency in which the student learns by assisting in the delivery of human services to individuals, small groups, families, or organizations. On-campus seminar correlates students’ fieldwork experience with theoretical knowledge.
Prerequisites: HU 100.
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Industrial Technology |
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IE 100 - Industrial Electricity
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides the underlying electrical theory and practical applications for those wishing to study the field of industrial electricity. It includes atomic structure; voltage, current and resistance concepts; Ohm’s Law; static electricity; magnetism; DC series circuits, parallel circuits, combination circuits; electrical measurements; AC current and voltage, AC inductive and capacitive loads; electrical power in reactive circuits; transformers and introduction to three-phase circuits.
Prerequisites: MT 121 or MT 125.
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IE 101 - Lab for IE 100
Credit Hours: 1
Experiments include: electrical safety; circuit construction and measurement of voltage, current, resistance and power for DC circuits; series, parallel and combination DC circuits; voltage, current, impedance, phase and power measurement for AC circuits; impedances in series and parallel AC circuits. Single and three-phase AC circuits are considered.
Concurrent registration in IE 100.
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IE 110 - Computer Skills for Electricians
Credit Hours: 1
Computer system components; DOS fundamentals including files, directory structure and basic DOS commands; Introduction to Windows; Word and Excel for lab reports; Introduction to simulation using Electronic Workbench.
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IE 120 - Digital Electronics
Credit Hours: 3
Logic concepts using switches; binary and hex numbers; logic gates, drivers and interfaces; encoders and decoders; flip-flops, registers and counters; a simple adder; RAM and ROM memory and mass storage. Experiments include: simple logic circuits using switches, relays and lamps; integrated-circuit logic gates, encoders and decoders; registers and counters and a simple adder.
Concurrent registration in IE 130.
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IE 130 - Industrial Electronics
Credit Hours: 3
Oscillator and timer circuits; SCRs, TRIACs, opto-isolators and power control circuits; linear and switching regulators; inverters, converters, pulse-width modulators, solid-state motor control circuits and variable-speed drives. Activities include component and circuit identification, description of behavior and troubleshooting methods. Experiments include: op-amp oscillators, 555 timers, SCR characteristics and SCR power control, TRIAC characteristics and power control, opto-isolators, linear regulators, switching regulators, power inverters, pulse-width modulated power control, solid-state motor control circuits and variable- speed drives.
Prerequisites: IE 100.
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IE 140 - AC/DC Machines
Credit Hours: 3
Topics include: review of AC voltage and current phase relationship and computations of reactance and power; transformers and transformer applications; introduction to generators and motors; single-phase motors; three-phase alternators and motors; DC motors and generators and AC and DC motor control fundamentals. Experiments include: AC phasor computations, single-phase transformers, three-phase wye and delta connected transformers, single-phase AC motor characteristics, three-phase alternators, three-phase motors, DC motor and generator characteristics, simple motor starter and control circuits.
Prerequisites: IE 100.
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IE 150 - Commercial & Industrial Wiring
Credit Hours: 3
Industrial safety; NEC Code; electrical wiring symbols and drawings; loads, branch circuits; switches and receptacles; branch circuit installation; lamps and lighting requirements; motors and special equipment; circuit breakers, fuses and ground-fault protection; lightning protection; service equipment; panel boards; feeders and substations. Commercial and industrial wiring exercises in accordance with the NEC code. Projects include: branch circuit and receptacle wiring using romex, flexible and rigid metallic conduit, non-metallic tubing and raceways; load computations and branch circuit design; transformers, feeders and service panels; lighting circuits, motor circuits, special circuits, ground-fault protective devices and circuits.
Prerequisites: IE 100 and EL 060.
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IE 160 - Programmable Logic Controllers
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to PLCs; hard-wired relay logic versus PLCs; the PLC as a computer; memory addressing and I/O addressing; ladder logic programming; timers and counters; I/O modules; arithmetic instructions; sequencer instructions; troubleshooting PLC systems; plant floor communications and industrial network s and introduction to microcontrollers. Experiments include: PLC I/O characteristics, sinking and sourcing; reading digital inputs and producing on-off outputs; fail-safe circuits; industrial process programming; motor control logic; time delays and timer intervals; counting events; reading AC inputs and controlling AC loads; sequencer control; troubleshooting PLC systems; PID control demo and PLC communications.
Prerequisites: IE 120.
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IE 170 - Process Control
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an introduction to process control and servo control systems. Topics include: open and closed loop control; position, velocity, proximity, pressure, temperature, liquid level and flow sensors; signal conditioning; DC and brushless servo motors, servo drive circuits; stepper motors and drives; electric, hydraulic and pneumatic actuators; feedback control principles, set-point, control and process variables; closed-loop performance; two-point and proportional control, PID control and system stability. Experiments include: position, velocity, proximity, temperature, pressure and liquid-level sensor characteristics; signal conditioning; electrical and pneumatic actuator characteristics; process control loops for electrical, thermal, mechanical and pneumatic systems; DC servo control and stepper motor control; PID control concepts and stability.
Prerequisites: IE 130.
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IT 100 - Machine Tools/ Computerized Numerical Control (CNC)
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a study of all basic machine tools; it encompasses theory, design and applications, including CNC fundamentals.
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IT 102 - CNC Mill Programming
Credit Hours: 2
An introduction to Computer Numerical Control theory, application and programming for CNC milling machines. Students will develop standard G and M-code programs used to operate CNC milling machines writing and running programs with CNC simulation software that replicates an actual CNC machine control. The final project is an advanced part produced on an operational CNC mill.
Prerequisites: IT 121 or permission of the instructor.
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IT 103 - CNC Lathe Programming
Credit Hours: 2
An introduction to Computer Numerical Control theory, application and programming. Students will learn to develop standard G and M-code programs using CNC simulation software that replicates an actual CNC machine control. The final project is an advanced part produced on an operational CNC lathe.
Prerequisites: IT 121 or permission of the instructor.
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IT 110 - Plastics Mold Design I
Credit Hours: 3
Covers the fundamentals of injection mold design and function. Topics include: shrinkage allowances, gate locations, cooling, runner balancing, stripper plates, slide molds, two and three plate designs as well as molding machine considerations. Students will design a complete mold from scratch. Hands on examination of parts, molds and drawings are featured as well as CAD demos and tours. Familiarity with blue print reading is required.
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IT 112 - Plastics Materials
Credit Hours: 4
An overview of all fundamental aspects of materials as they apply to processing. Topics will include: raw materials, polymer synthesis and methods, bonding, classifications, deformation and time-dependent behavior, physical properties, fabrication and processing, compounding and fiber-reinforced plastics, extrusion and injection molding, plastic forms and thermoforming, welding, machining and adhesive bonding of plastics and plastics products, waste disposal and recycling.
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IT 114 - Plastics Processes I
Credit Hours: 3
An overview of commonly used commercial plastics processes. Plastics materials are addressed including material types, additives, polymer flow and physical and mechanical properties. The injection molding process is emphasized, covering primary and peripheral machinery and equipment, molding variables, fundamental processing and cause and effect relationships between molding parameters and the molded part. Lectures are reinforced with hands-on laboratory experiments.
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IT 115 - Technical Communications and Graphics
Credit Hours: 2
This course provides the technical information transfer skills tradespersons and technicians require related to the production of products. Students develop the ability to visualize a solid object from an orthographic projection drawing and visualize orthographic views given an object. Transfer of technical information using notes is taught. Experiences in describing parts verbally, in writing and by sketching are included.
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IT 118 - Introduction to Quality
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides fundamental, yet comprehensive coverage of quality control concepts. Quality management principles, practices, tools and techniques are covered. Basic math skills are required.
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IT 120 - Introduction to Manufacturing Trades
Credit Hours: 3
A course that integrates math and English knowledge and skills with machinist functional requirements. Portions of the course are devoted to workplace soft skills and job procurement training.
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IT 121 - Machine Tool Practice I
Credit Hours: 4
An introduction to machine shop theory and application. Several projects are planned and machined. Students will be required to complete tasks using hand tools and demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities on engine lathes, vertical milling machines, pedestal grinders and band saws. They will lay out, set-up and machine precision parts to specific quality standards.
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IT 122 - CNC Mill Operation
Credit Hours: 2
A course on the set-up and operation of CNC mills that provides familiarization with controls. Students will be able to load a program, perform minor editing and determine tooling using a technical drawing, set up tools, run, debug and fine tune the program to produce a good first piece. Several projects plus a final part-to-print project are required. Completion of IT 102 recommended but not required.
Prerequisites: IT 121 or permission of the instructor.
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IT 123 - CNC Lathe Operation
Credit Hours: 2
A course on the set-up and operation of CNC lathes that provides familiarization with controls. Students will be able to load a program, perform minor editing and determine tooling using a technical drawing, set up tools, run, debug and fine tune the program to produce a good first piece. Several projects plus a final part-to-print project are required. Completion of IT 102 recommended but not required.
Prerequisites: IT 121 or permission of the instructor.
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IT 125 - Materials and Materials Processing
Credit Hours: 3
An introductory course covering the fundamentals of materials and materials processing. The first part of this course will cover physical and mechanical properties, equilibrium diagrams, heat treatment, ferrous and nonferrous metals and nonmetallic materials. The topics in processing that will be covered are: casting, powdered metals, hot and cold working, polymers, ceramics, composites and joining methods.
Prerequisites: High school Chemistry or equivalent.
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IT 126 - Statistical Process Control
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to provide the students with a thorough understanding of how principles of statistics are applied to the control of quality in manufacturing. Coverage will include basic descriptive statistics, control charts for variables and attributes and the contribution of variability to current quality philosophy.
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IT 131 - Machine Tool Practice II
Credit Hours: 4
This course further develops the student’s knowledge, skills and abilities in machining building on the fundamental principles covered in Machine Tools I. Students manufacture projects that require precision layout, set-up, machining and inspection. These projects require students to perform various operations on horizontal milling machines, vertical milling machines, band saws, engine lathes and surface grinders.
Prerequisites: IT 121.
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IT 141 - Machine Tool Practice III
Credit Hours: 4
The third and most advanced course in a sequence of three machine tool courses designed to give the student practical machine shop knowledge, skills and abilities. Students focus on manufacturing functional projects that require design, process development, machining, assembly and inspection. Students will work individually and in teams building on Machine Tools I and II.
Prerequisites: IT 131.
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IT 152 - Mechanics of Energy I
Credit Hours: 2
A study of the theory and use of natural gas fundamentals and properties, as well as safety, piping and heating equipment.
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IT 202 - Advanced CNC
Credit Hours: 3
An advanced course in Computer Numerical Control theory, application and programming for Vertical CNC milling machines and CNC Lathes. Students will develop complex part programs used to operate CNC machines. Students will design, develop, program and produce their own projects in this course.
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IT 205 - Nondestructive Inspection
Credit Hours: 4
Nondestructive testing such as liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, eddy current and magnetic particle is made with special emphasis placed on x-ray and gamma radiation techniques for the detection of defects in cast, wrought and welded materials. Application and operation of equipment; interpretation of results included in laboratory procedures.
Prerequisites: MN 120, MT 121.
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IT 210 - Industrial Inspection/Metrology
Credit Hours: 2
A study of the theory and use of gauging policies and various precision measurement instruments. Parts are inspected using such instruments as comparators, sine bars, optical flats, dial indicators and gauge blocks.
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IT 214 - Plastics Processes II
Credit Hours: 3
Reinforces and builds on Processes I. Emphasis is on developing process control for highly repeatable molding. Other specialty applications of injection molding are discussed. Lectures are reinforced with hands-on laboratory experiments.
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IT 220 - Mastercam, Computer Aided Design
Credit Hours: 2
This course is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software, specifically Mastercam. Students will learn to create, modify, manipulate and import geometry. Manufacturing/machining processes will be applied to that geometry along with tools, speeds and feeds for tool path simulation and verification. Students will ultimately be able to create a computer aided design (CAD) drawing, simulate the machining of a three dimensional model and generate CNC code to machine an actual part.
Prerequisites: IT 102 or IT 103 or permission of the instructor.
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IT 235 - Advanced Manufacturing Processes
Credit Hours: 4
Classroom lecture and laboratory topics in manufacturing technology may vary from semester to semester and year to year depending on the evolution of the latest state-of-the art technological developments in the workplace. Local company input will provide the basic framework from which to identify specific technology topics and laboratory skills.
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IT 240 - Work Measurement
Credit Hours: 3
The course introduces stopwatch time study; work sampling procedures; predetermined standard data systems such as MTM and Work Factor; physiological measurement of human performance; energy expenditure and fatigue.
Prerequisites: MN 250 or permission of instructor.
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IT 245 - Plant Layout/Materials Handling
Credit Hours: 4
The basic principles of plant layout to meet industrial and manufacturing requirements. Applications of materials handling devices to the process, with implementation. The actual application of plant layout in office and manufacturing situations by use of templates and grid paper. Use of 3-D models. Analysis of work stations, departments, factories and storage facilities. Layout and study of the process and product layouts as they apply to job shop and mass production manufacturing facilities, respectively. An introduction to safety and liability legislation as they apply to the employer and employee. The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) will be studied, as to the aims, objectives and record keeping, as well as the responsibilities of the employee, employer and the state. Management attitudes toward safety and the changing role of safety personnel will be investigated.
Prerequisites: MT 121 or permission of the instructor.
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IT 250 - Coordinate Measuring Machine
Credit Hours: 2
Provides students with a thorough understanding of coordinate metrology. The emphasis is on geometric measurement and inspection techniques as they pertain to a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM). This course also covers construction, calibration, operation and maintenance of CMMs.
Prerequisites: MN 210 or permission of the instructor.
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IT 251 - Work Design
Credit Hours: 3
A methods course which introduces ways to increase employee productivity in any work setting. Both traditional and behavioral approaches are covered. Included are problem-solving techniques, the principles of motion economy, work simplification, operation and processes analysis, human factors and job enrichment. Laboratory exercises include diagnostic surveys, multiple activity and flow process charts and the preparation of written standard practices.
Prerequisites: MT 121 or permission of instructor.
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IT 252 - Mechanics of Energy II
Credit Hours: 4
The application of natural gas code, metering principals, gas line infrastructure, safety and emergency response.
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IT 260 - Modern Management
Credit Hours: 4
A general survey of the problems in organizing, planning and controlling the use of employees, money, materials and machines for production, including principles of industrial engineering and supervision. A systems approach is emphasized. This course is suitable for students in service industries and medical services as well as manufacturing.
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IT 265 - Jig and Fixture Design
Credit Hours: 3
Instruction in the design of drill jigs, milling fixtures, weld and assembly fixtures and press tools. Basic principles covering the proper locating, supporting and clamping of parts in jigs and fixtures are emphasized. Includes single minute die change and flexible manufacturing systems concepts.
Prerequisites: MT 121 or permission of instructor.
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IT 275 - Fluid Power
Credit Hours: 3
Fluid power is an applied science dealing with ways of using pressurized gas or liquid for doing work.
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IT 299 - Manufacturing Technology Internship
Credit Hours: 3
The internship is designed to provide realistic hands-on training in manufacturing technology with emphasis on materials and materials processing, computer integrated manufacturing, or industrial technology. This work experience, along with the academic program, will enable the student to prepare for entrance into a competitive work environment. Additionally, the internship experience will create potential employment opportunities and a bond between the student, the college and the manufacturing community.
Prerequisites: 2.0 GPA minimum, completion of 12 credit hours and faculty recommendation.
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Mathematics |
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MT 001 - Basic Mathematics
Credit Hours: 5 Not for degree credit
A developmental course designed to improve the confidence, study habits and basic skills necessary for subsequent mathematics or related course work. Topics will include whole numbers (exponents, primes, factors); rational numbers (ratios, proportions); decimals (percents, square-roots); measurements (U.S. and Metric); simple geometry and formulas; integers; operations with simple algebraic expressions; basic calculator skills; equations and word problems related to each topic. This course Does not apply toward an associate degree.
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MT 003 - Basic Mathematics Review
Credit Hours: 3
A developmental course designed to give a brief overview of arithmetic skills and to prepare students for elementary algebra. Topics will include: whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios and proportions, percents, integers, simple linear equations and basic calculator skills. Word problems will be related to each topic. This course Does not apply toward an associate degree.
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MT 006 - Elementary Algebra I
Credit Hours: 3 Not for degree credit
MT 006-007 is a two-semester sequence intended for developmental students who have no previous elementary algebra experience. This sequence is intended to prepare students for degree-credit mathematics courses. Topics will include operations with real numbers, operations with algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, word problems, exponent rules, factoring, special products and basic calculator skills. This course Does not apply toward an associate degree.
Prerequisites: MT 001 or MT 003 or appropriate college equivalent, and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 007 - Elementary Algebra II
Credit Hours: 3 Not for degree credit
A second course in a two-semester sequence intended to prepare developmental students for degree mathematics courses. Topics include word problems, operations with rational expressions, graphing, systems of equations, quadratic equations, operations with radicals and basic calculator skills. This course Does not apply toward an associate degree.
Prerequisites: MT 006 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 013 - Elementary Algebra I & II
Credit Hours: 5 Not for degree credit
A developmental course designed to refresh arithmetic skills while developing basic algebraic skills in preparing for required mathematics courses. Arithmetic and elementary equations will be continuously reviewed as the following algebraic topics are presented: Operations with real numbers, operations with algebraic expressions, linear equations and inequalities, simple word problems, graphing, systems of equations, quadratic equations, operations with radicals and basic calculator skills. This course Does not apply toward an associate degree.
Prerequisites: MT 001 or MT 003 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 111 - Mathematics of Dosage
Credit Hours: 1
This course is intended for those members of the health professions who have the responsibility for the preparation and administration of medications. Topics covered will include ratio and proportions, the metric system, apothecary and household systems, conversions within each system, conversions from one system to another, dosage calculations of oral and parenteral drugs for adult and pediatric patients and preparation of solutions.
Prerequisites: MT 006 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level 100 appropriate mathematics level code.
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 112 - Survey of Mathematics
Credit Hours: 3
The objective of this one-semester course is to further develop students’ interest in mathematics. This course introduces sets, logic, probability, statistics and at least one topic from the following areas: consumer mathematics, geometry, algebra and computer concepts. Students will be expected to use elementary algebra skills in solving problems.
Prerequisites: MT 007 or MT 013 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 116 - Modeling with Functions
Credit Hours: 3
This course is intended to enable students to view mathematics as part of their life experience by solving real-world problems using a modeling and function approach. This course is especially suitable for liberal arts/general studies, social science and humanities majors and the many majors which only require a math elective, such as Communication Arts. Major topics include: an introduction to functions from a verbal, numeric, algebraic and graphical approach; an investigation of elementary functions (linear, exponential, logarithmic and quadratic) through modeling and analyzing real data and an applications approach to building and solving systems of linear equations. A specific graphing calculator is recommended and will be used throughout the course. This course may be used as an alternative to MT112 or as a bridge to MT125. It will not replace the MT125/126 sequence as a prerequisite for calculus.
Prerequisites: MT 007 or MT 013 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 118 - Mathematics for Elementary Education Teachers I
Credit Hours: 3
This course is restricted to students ultimately seeking a degree in Elementary Education. Topics will include: Problem-solving principles and strategies, models and interpretations of operations with whole numbers, integers, rational numbers and decimals, number theory, numeration and computation, introduction to functions and problem solving.
Prerequisites: MT 007 or MT 013 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 119 - Mathematics for Elementary Education Teachers II
Credit Hours: 3
This course is restricted to students ultimately seeking a degree in Elementary Education. This is the second course of a two-semester sequence. Topics will include: basic probability and statistics, basic geometry, measurement and graphing.
Prerequisites: MT 118 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 121 - Technical Mathematics I
Credit Hours: 4
The first course in a two-semester sequence of intermediate algebra and trigonometry with technical applications. Topics included are: The trigonometry functions, vectors, units of measurement and approximate numbers, fundamental concepts of algebra, functions and graphs, systems of linear equations, determinants, factoring and fractions, quadratics, basic operations with complex numbers and geometry (areas and perimeters of common plane figures, volumes and surface areas of common solids). The scientific calculator will be used throughout the course.
Prerequisites: MT 007 or MT 013 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 122 - Technical Mathematics II
Credit Hours: 4
The second course in a two-semester sequence of intermediate algebra and trigonometry with technical applications. Topics included are: trigonometric functions of any angle, oblique triangle, graphs of trigonometric functions, exponents and radicals, exponential and log functions, variation, inequalities and introduction to statistics. The scientific calculator will be used throughout the course.
Prerequisites: MT 121 or equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code. *
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 125 - College Mathematics
Credit Hours: 4
The first course in a two-semester sequence of intermediate algebra and trigonometry. The sequence is preparatory for an introductory or survey level of calculus. Topics included will be real number systems, fundamental algebraic operations, special products and factoring, algebraic fractions, linear equations, functions, graphs and straight lines, system of linear equations, exponents and radicals, variation, exponential and logarithmic functions and basic quadratic equations.
Prerequisites: MT 007 or MT 013 or appropriate college equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 126 - College Mathematics II
Credit Hours: 4
A study of trigonometry and analytic geometry. Topics included will be fundamental trigonometry, graphs of trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and equations, inverse trigonometric functions, oblique triangles, complex numbers, analytic geometry, systems of quadratic equations and inequalities.
Prerequisites: MT 125 or equivalent and appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 143 - Introductory Statistics I
Credit Hours: 4
This four-credit course includes concepts and computer skills which are valuable in a variety of life and work applications, as well as in more advanced coursework. This course will include topics from descriptive and inferential statistics: graphing, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability frequency distributions, Central Limit Theorem, the normal distribution, sampling concepts, estimation, hypothesis testing, linear regression, correlation, utilization of a statistical software package, interpretation of computer output and explaining and interpreting statistical analysis.
Prerequisites: MT 007 or MT 013 or appropriate college equivalent and /or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 144 - Introductory Statistics II
Credit Hours: 4
This course is designed to continue the study of statistics with computer applications. Topics will include sampling techniques, inferences about standard deviations, conditional probability, goodness of fit, nonparametric methods of inference, linear, non-linear and multiple regression, correlation and analysis of variance.
Prerequisites: MT 143 or equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 167 - Discrete Mathematics
Credit Hours: 4
This course is intended for computer science students and as a general mathematics elective for other students. Topics include logic, sets, relations, functions, recursion, mathematical induction, counting methods, difference equations, series and sequences.
Prerequisites: MT 126 or equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code. *
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 171 - Elements of Calculus with Technical Applications
Credit Hours: 4
A calculus course intended for the technical student. Topics will include analytic geometry, curve sketching, geometric analysis of the derivative, applications of the derivative and applications of the integral.
Prerequisites: MT 122 or MT 126 or equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code. *
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 175 - Survey of Calculus I
Credit Hours: 4
Primarily designed for the non-engineering student who desires or requires calculus as a tool. This may include liberal arts, business, pre-med, pre-pharmacy, computer information systems and others. Topics include the limit, continuity and differentiability for algebraic functions; maxima and minima; introduction to integration; exponential and logarithmic functions and their differentiation and integration and applications of differentiation and integration.
Prerequisites: MT 126 or equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.
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MT 176 - Survey of Calculus II
Credit Hours: 4
Continuation of MT 175. Topics include differentiation and integration of trigonometric functions, other techniques of integration, improper integrals, functions of several variables, introduction to differential equations and applications of calculus to the theory of probability. The optional topic involves Taylor polynomials and infinite series.
Prerequisites: MT 175 or equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.
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MT 180 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics
Credit Hours: 4
Solutions to equations and inequalities, behavior of polynomial, rational, transcendental and other functions, sequences and series, two and three dimensional coordinate systems, vectors and matrices. Topics in this course are essential for students who will enroll in the MT 181-182-283 sequence. Graphing calculators will be used throughout the course.
Prerequisites: MT 126 or equivalent and appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 181 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
Credit Hours: 4
Intended for mathematics, science and engineering students, or anyone interested in seeing a rigorous approach to calculus. First in a four semester sequence. Topics from analytic geometry, limits, the derivative and its applications, continuity, integration and transcendental functions.
Prerequisites: MT 180 or equivalent and appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 182 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
Credit Hours: 4
Second course in a four-semester sequence. Topics include techniques of integration, applications of integration, infinite sequence and series, polar coordinates and parametric equations.
Prerequisites: MT 181 or equivalent, and appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 191 - Applications of the Digital Computer
Credit Hours: 4
Introduction to a high-level programming language, root findings techniques, simultaneous linear equations, matrices and determinants and numerical integration. MT 181 or equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 283 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
Credit Hours: 4
Third course in a four-semester sequence. This course includes computer skills which are valuable in a variety of more advanced coursework, as well as in a variety of scientific applications. This course will include topics from linear algebra, vector functions, partial differentiation, cylindrical and spherical coordinates, multiple integration, vector fields, line integrals, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, divergence and curl and utilization of a computer algebra system.
Prerequisites: MT 182 or equivalent and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 284 - Introduction to Differential Equations
Credit Hours: 4
Fourth course in the calculus-differential equations sequence. A study of methods of solving certain first order linear and nonlinear differential equations, second and higher order linear differential equations and systems of first order linear differential equations, as well as various applications of such equations. Techniques include series solutions and Laplace transforms. A computer algebra system will be utilized.
Prerequisites: MT 182 or equivalent, and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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MT 292 - Introduction to Linear Algebra
Credit Hours: 4
An introduction to linear algebra for students with a strong mathematics background. Matrices and systems of linear equation, vector spaces, determinants and linear transformations.
Prerequisites: MT 182 or equivalent, and/or appropriate mathematics level code.*
* Level code is determined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or successful completion of Mathematics courses.
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ME 101 - Introduction to Technology Concepts I
Credit Hours: 3
Orientation to college and program; history of engineering technology, succeeding in the classroom, keys to effectiveness, group study, test taking, discussions on study habits, course expectations, explorations of the engineering technology majors, problem solving, teamwork skills and engineering future challenges. Course topics also include technical mathematics, applications of units, algebraic operations, ratios, proportions, linear equations, formula rearrangements, graphing linear equations and system of linear equations.
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ME 102 - Introduction to Technology Concepts II
Credit Hours: 3
Project management, communication skills, formal reports, letters, resumes, economic evaluations, engineering design and ethics in engineering. Course topics also include technical mathematics, polynomials, factoring, quadratic equations, geometry, trigonometry, logarithm and exponents.
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ME 111 - Principles of Engineering Technology I
Credit Hours: 4
Topics include detailed discussions of force, work, rate, resistance, energy, power and force transformers.
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ME 112 - Principles of Engineering Technology II
Credit Hours: 4
Topics include detailed discussion of linear and rotational momentum, waves, vibrations, energy converters, transducers, radiation, light, optical systems and time constant.
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ME 114 - Analytical Mechanics
Credit Hours: 3
A basic engineering statics course primarily dealing with the topics of force systems, equilibrium, centroids, moments of inertia, space forces, trusses, frames, and friction.
Prerequisites: MT 121 or MT 125, or permission of instructor.
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ME 120 - Industrial Refrigeration I
Credit Hours: 3
Topics include: Ammonia refrigeration, plant safety, fundamental items and concepts used by the refrigeration plant operator in the course of duty, the refrigeration cycle, physical properties of various refrigerants, refrigerant performance tables, compressor types, compressor operation and maintenance, lubrication, cooling units, condensers, high pressure receivers, purging non-condensable gases from the refrigeration system, diagrams and tables. F (N)
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ME 121 - Industrial Refrigeration II
Credit Hours: 3
Topics include: Liquid feed to evaporators and vessels, direct expansion evaporators, gravity flooded evaporators, pumped liquid re-circulation systems, secondary refrigerants, heat exchangers, pressure enthalpy diagrams and two-stage and defrost systems.
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ME 122 - Industrial Refrigeration III
Credit Hours: 3
Topics include: compressor installation fundamentals, compressor alignment, compressor service and maintenance, vertical single acting compressors, v/w multicylinder compressors, screw compressors, evaporative condensers, unwanted liquid slop, troubleshooting and energy savings.
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ME 150 - Manufacturing Processes and Materials I
Credit Hours: 1
An introductory course covering the fundamental manufacturing methods, processes and equipment. This course will be taught utilizing the videotape series on manufacturing process produced by the SME. Topics covered are metallurgy, metal forming, metal joining, metal removal, coatings, gauges and measurement, non-destructive testing and computer usage in manufacturing.
Concurrent registration in ME 151.
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ME 151 - Lab for ME 150
Credit Hours: 1
The laboratory for ME150 enhances the student learning by hands-on experiments with gauges, measurement, hardness machine, universal tensile testing machine, casting, rolling and spot welding. Some videotapes of manufacturing processes are utilized in this course.
Concurrent registration in ME 150, or permission of instructor.
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ME 200 - Manufacturing Process and Materials II
Credit Hours: 2
An advanced course covering automated systems manufacturing. Topics include control systems, cell design, automated materials handling, flexible manufacturing and computer integrated manufacturing.
Concurrent registration in ME 201.
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ME 201 - Lab for ME 200
Credit Hours: 1
The laboratory work compliments the course subjects. Projects, homework, activities in control, robotics and PLC programming (pick and place operations) are a few examples of the activities.
Concurrent registration in ME 200, or permission of instructor.
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ME 206 - Machine Tools I
Credit Hours: 1
A study of all basic machine tools encompassing theory, design and applications.
Prerequisites: No prerequisites.
Concurrent registration in ME 207.
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ME 207 - Lab for ME 206
Credit Hours: 1
Laboratory projects involving practical application of basic machine tools and machining methods.
Concurrent registration in ME 206, or permission of instructor.
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ME 208 - Machine Tools II
Credit Hours: 2
A study of the application and operation of the more advanced machine tools. Numerical control, computer numerical control machining centers, electric discharge machines and chemical milling. Emphasis is placed on programming computer numerical control lathes/milling machines where the student will produce a tool of his or her own design for the electrical discharge machine and other projects.
Prerequisites: ME 206 and ME 207.
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ME 250 - CADD
Credit Hours: 2
A survey of the basic CAD tasks necessary to complete simple orthographic projections using a micro CAD system. Various tasks are studied and followed up with drawing plates exemplifying the various tasks studied. The course attempts to investigate the CAD field and give the student a brief look at its potential. Tasks studied include lines, circles, arcs, lettering, dimensioning and move/copy/delete.
Prerequisites: A basic drafting course; the student must exhibit an understanding of basic drafting.
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ME 250 - Computer Aided Drafting and Design
Credit Hours: 2
Basic CAD tasks necessary to complete simple orthographic projections using CAD software (AutoCAD). Various commands are studied and followed-up with drawings exemplifying the various commands studied. Commands include lines, circles, arcs, lettering, shading, dimensioning and introduction to solid modeling. Design projects are assigned.
Prerequisites: DF 104, a basic drafting course and an understanding of basic drafting or permission of instructor.
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ME 251 - Introduction to Auto CAD
Credit Hours: 2
An introduction to the solution of drafting problems and development of graphic presentations using computer assisted drafting techniques. Use of programming techniques for direct solution to drafting/graphics problems and available software routines for complex problems. Includes the introduction to use of the computer plotters.
Prerequisites: AR 108, AR 109, or DF 104.
Concurrent registration in ME 252.
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ME 252 - Lab for ME 251
Credit Hours: 1
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ME 315 - Mechanics of Materials
Credit Hours: 3
This course covers stress and strain calculations to understand the behavior of material under different types of loading. Topics include fundamental stress-strain relationships, tensile, shear, torsion, bending/flexure, deflections, elongations, deformations, thermal stresses and thin wall cylinders.
Prerequisites: MT 125 or MT 121.
Concurrent registration in ME 316, or permission of instructor.
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ME 316 - Lab for ME 315
Credit Hours: 1
Material testing is covered in this course. Tensile, shear, torsion and flexure tests are carried out in this course.
Concurrent registration in ME 315, or permission of instructor.
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ME 317 - Machine Design
Credit Hours: 2
The course is about the analysis and design of machines and machine elements under tensile, shear, torsion, flexure, combined stress, impact and fatigue loading. Emphasis is on the design procedure, sizing of parts, use of strength of materials and the use of manufacturers catalogs in design and in the selection of standard parts. Typical elements studied could be keys, gears, belts, chains, fasteners, springs, bearings, welds, linkages, shafts, columns, couplings, clutches, brakes and cams.
Prerequisites: MT 121 or MT 125, DF 104.
Concurrent registration in ME 318, or permission of instructor.
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ME 318 - Lab for ME 317
Credit Hours: 1
Several machine design projects will be completed to review the subjects covered in the machine design course. A few stress analysis cases will be carried out using Algor software.
Concurrent registration in ME 317, or permission of instructor.
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ME 321 - Tool Design I
Credit Hours: 2
Instruction in the theory and application of design fundamentals for drill jigs, fixtures and press tooling. Principles of proper location, support, tolerance computation and related factors in jig and fixture design. Strip layout, press capacity and selection and design requirements for punch press applications.
Prerequisites: MT 121 or MT 125, DF 104.
Concurrent registration in ME 322, or permission of instructor.
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ME 322 - Lab for ME 321
Credit Hours: 1
Course includes student design of tools required for parts production in areas of study, as selected from typical industrial problems and examples. Students will use CAD software to complete their projects.
Concurrent registration in ME 321 or permission of instructor.
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