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ADVANCED MANUFACTURING/MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY -- ADVANCED MANUFACTURING AND DESIGN LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE
(Level I Certificate)
Richland only
(Block Scheduling available on Richland Campus)
- Students pursuing this award program are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: C1.ADV.MAN.DES
This certificate teaches students to design products using relevant engineering concepts and computer-aided design (CAD) technologies. The award prepares students to use the latest CAD technologies to produce two- and three-dimensional assembly, solid construction, parametric construction and tooling drawings and to provide engineering specifications. Students learn to build scale models, communicate technical information, and solve mechanical engineering problems. In addition to covering CAD technologies and general education requirements, coursework may include:
- Manufacturing processes
- Technical drafting and math
- Computer applications and mechanical concepts
- Materials, statics, and tool design
- Design elements and problems
- Mechanical engineering basics
- Ability to design products, processes, and systems; and to communicate sophisticated mechanical engineering concepts and ideas through drawings, computer images, and symbols.
- Real-world problem solving
- Students learn engineering design, additive manufacturing, jig and fixture design, mold design, F.E.A sustainable design and many other areas of mechanical engineering design.
The program teaches a design process that encourages creativity, craftsmanship, and personal expression, aesthetics, and emphasizes brainstorming and need finding. The coursework provides students with the skills necessary to carry projects from initial concept to completion of working prototypes. Students will operate a 3D printer to produce prototype design through additive manufacturing.
| CREDIT HOURS |
SEMESTER I
| DFTG 1309 | Basic Computer-Aided Drafting | 3 |
| DFTG 1345 | Parametric Modeling and Design | 3 |
| DFTG 2332 | Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting | 3 |
| 9 |
SEMESTER II
| DFTG 2440 | Solid Modeling/Design | 4 |
| DFTG 2335 | Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design and Drafting | 3 |
| 7 |
| Minimum Hours Required | 16 |
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING/MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY -- ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree)
Richland only
(Block Scheduling available on Richland Campus)
- Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: AAS.AMMT.ADV.MANUF
Design skills are required of today's CAD professionals. Knowledge of FEA, material analysis, applied mechanics, design for manufacture and CAD/CAM provides a strong base of information needed in design development.
This program stresses the entire product development process, using the parametric approach and integrating the computer as a true instrument of design - not a drafting tool.
| CREDIT HOURS |
SEMESTER I
| INMT 1319 | Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| MCHN 1320 | Precision Tools and Measurement | 3 |
| DFTG 1309 | Basic Computer-Aided Drafting | 3 |
| MATH 1314 | College Algebra OR | 3 |
| TECM 1341 | Technical Algebra | (3) |
| SPCH 1311 | Introduction to Speech Communication OR | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 | Public Speaking | (3) |
| 15 |
SEMESTER II
| MCHN 1326 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) | 3 |
| MCHN 1338 | Basic Machine Shop I | 3 |
| DFTG 2332 | Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting | 3 |
| MATH 1316 | Plane Trigonometry OR | 3 |
| TECM 1317 | Technical Trigonometry | (3) |
| +Elective | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 |
| 15 |
SEMESTER III
| MCHN 1352 | Intermediate Machining I | 3 |
| DFTG 1345 | Parametric Modeling and Design OR | 3 |
| DFTG 2335 | Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design and Drafting | (3) |
| MCHN 2331 | Operation of CNC Turning Centers | 3 |
| PHYS 1401 | College Physics I OR | 4 |
| PHYS 1405 | Elementary Physics I | (4) |
| 13 |
SEMESTER IV
| MCHN 2447 | Specialized Tools and Fixtures | 4 |
| MCHN 2435 | Advanced CNC Machining | 4 |
| INMT 2381 | Cooperative Education-Manufacturing Technology/Technician OR | 3 |
| MCHN 1393 | Special Topics in Tool and Die Maker/Technologist | (3) |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| ++Elective | Social/Behavioral Science | 3 |
| 17 |
| Minimum Hours Required | 60 |
+Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts.
++Social/Behavioral Science Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Social/Behavioral Science.
Note: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an engineering technology faculty member regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING/MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY
(Associate of Applied Science Degree)
Eastfield only
(Block Scheduling available on Richland Campus)
Degree Plan Code: AAS.ADV.MANUF.MECH
- Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
- Students must complete 25% of the degree requirements at the college awarding the degree.
Advanced manufacturing/mechatronics technology merges electronics, mechanics, fluid power, PLC and computer controls with sensors, transducers and actuators to manufacture a product or perform a task with minimal human intervention. This frees people from the routine tasks and allows them to focus on solving problems, fixing equipment breakdowns or changing processes for better operation. A person with these diverse skill sets has a wider range of employment opportunities and is prepared to adapt to changes in industry. The technician with training in advanced manufacturing/mechatronics will be ready to take advantage of the new developments in industry and realize their potential to grow with changes in the global economy.
| CREDIT HOURS |
SEMESTER I
| CETT 1403 | DC Circuits | 4 |
| ELMT 1405 | Basic Fluid Power | 4 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| +Elective | MATH Elective | 3 |
| EECT 1104 | Electronic Soldering OR | 1 |
| EECT 1191 | Special Topics in Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | (1) |
| 15 |
SEMESTER II
| MFGT 1404 | Automated Manufacturing | 4 |
| CETT 1405 | AC Circuits | 4 |
| CETT 1429 | Solid State Devices | 4 |
| SPCH 1311 | Introduction to Speech Communication OR | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 | Public Speaking | (3) |
| 15 |
SEMESTER III
| MFGT 1406 | Mechanical Principles in Automated Manufacturing | 4 |
| CETT 1425 | Digital Fundamentals | 4 |
| ELPT 2419 | Programmable Logic Controllers I | 4 |
| +++Elective | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 |
| 15 |
SEMESTER IV
| MFGT 2459 | Industrial Automation II | 4 |
| ++++Elective | Technical Elective | 4 |
| CETT 1441 | Solid State Circuits | 4 |
| ++Elective | Social/Behavioral Science | 3 |
| 15 | ||
| Minimum Hours Required | 60 |
+MATH Elective - must be selected from the following:
| MATH 1332 | Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning) | 3 |
| MATH 1314 | College Algebra | 3 |
++Social/Behavioral Science Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Social/Behavioral Science.
+++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts.
++++Technical Elective - must be selected from the following:
| CETT 1407 | Fundamentals of Electronics | 4 |
| CETT 1449 | Digital Systems | 4 |
| CETT 2480 | Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology Technician # | 4 |
| CETT 2481 | Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology Technician # | 4 |
| CPMT 1403 | Introduction to Computer Technology | 4 |
| EECT 1491 | Special Topics in Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering | 4 |
| HART 1407 | Refrigeration Principles | 4 |
| MCHN 1454 | Intermediate Machining II | 4 |
| WLDG 1471 | Welding Qualifications | 4 |
# Only one cooperative education course can be taken in any one semester.
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING/MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY
(Level I Certificate)
Eastfield and Mountain View only
(Block Scheduling available on Richland Campus)
Degree Plan Code: C1.ADV.MANUF.MECH.13
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Students must complete 25% of the degree requirements at the college awarding the degree.
Advanced manufacturing/mechatronics technology merges electronics, mechanics, fluid power, PLC and computer controls with sensors, transducers and actuators to manufacture a product or perform a task with minimal human intervention. This frees people from the routine tasks and allows them to focus on solving problems, fixing equipment breakdowns or changing processes for better operation. A person with these diverse skill sets has a wider range of employment opportunities and is prepared to adapt to changes in industry. The technician with training in advanced manufacturing/mechatronics will be ready to take advantage of the new developments in industry and realize their potential to grow with changes in the global economy.
| CREDIT HOURS |
SEMESTER I
| MFGT 1404 | Automated Manufacturing | 4 |
| MFGT 1406 | Mechanical Principles in Automated Manufacturing | 4 |
| 8 |
SEMESTER II
| ELPT 2419 | Programmable Logic Controllers I OR | 4 |
| ELMT 2433 | Industrial Electronics | (4) |
| ELMT 1405 | Basic Fluid Power OR | 4 |
| MFGT 2459 | Industrial Automation II | (4) |
| 8 | ||
| Minimum Hours Required | 16 |
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
