Mechanical Engineering Technology - Program Description
The Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech) in Mechanical Engineering Technology prepares graduates to apply engineering principles in the design, operation, construction, maintenance, and testing of mechanical systems. Students gain practical, hands-on experience with modern tools and technologies used across a wide range of industries
Graduates of the program are highly valued by employers in fields such as consumer product development, factory automation, energy systems, transportation, and the defense industry.
Students in this Major:
- Learn design skills along with manufacturing tools and techniques.
- Apply mathematical and scientific skills in hands-on settings.
- Use advanced laboratory equipment to test products and processes.
- Develop computer skills for solving technical problems.
- Frequently participate in small team projects, sometimes serving as team leaders, developing strong communication and project management skills.
Accreditation:
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET
415 N. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 347-7700
Admission Requirements:
- Candidates should have completed NYS Regents Math B with a grade of 80 or higher, or Course III plus one additional year of high school mathematics, and be prepared to enroll in pre-calculus. Students who do not meet this requirement will need to complete prerequisite mathematics courses.
- Graduates of two-year college degree programs in a related area will be evaluated to maximize credit transfer toward completion of the B. Tech. degree.
- Transfer students from community colleges, universities, or other institutions of higher education with partial coursework completed will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
- Refer to the table of high school course prerequisites for admission.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (Curriculum 0235)
The following shows the typical course sequence and program requirements.
Semester I Credits
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGS 101 | Introduction to Engineering | 2 |
| MATH 123 | Pre-Calculus Algebra (GER 1) | 4 |
| MECH 101 | Drawing for Engineers | 1 |
| MECH 121 | Manufacturing Processes I | 3 |
| PHYS 121 PHYS 131 |
College Physics I (GER 2) OR University Physics I |
3 |
| PHYS 125 PHYS 135 |
College Physics I Lab (GER 2) OR University Physics I Lab |
1 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 14 |
Semester II Credits
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 101 | Composition and the Spoken Word (GER 1/2) | 3 |
| MATH 161 | Calculus I (GER 4) | 4 |
| MECH 102 | Parametric Modeling | 2 |
| MECH 122 | Introduction to 3D Printing | 3 |
| PHYS 122 PHYS 132 |
College Physics II (GER 5) OR University Physics II (GER 5) |
3 |
| PHYS 126 PHYS 136 |
College Physics II Lab OR University Physics II Lab |
1 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16 |
Semester III Credits
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGS 201 | Statics | 3 |
| MATH 162 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MECH 241 ENGS 314 |
Fluid Mechanics OR Fluid Mechanics I |
3 |
| MECH 242 | Fluid Power Lab | 1 |
| MECH 261 | MET Electricity | 4 |
| General Elective (GER 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)2 | 3 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 18 |
Semester IV Credits
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGS 203 | Engineering Strength of Materials | 3 |
| MECH 220 | Engineering Materials | 3 |
| MECH 221 | MET Lab3 | 1 |
| MECH 301/ ENGS 202 |
Technical Dynamics OR Dynamics |
3 |
| MECH 303 | Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) | 2 |
| Diversity Elective (GER 5) | 3 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 |
Semester V Credits
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGS 102 | Programming for Engineers | 2 |
| ENGS 350 | Mechanics of Machine Elements | 4 |
| MECH 342 | Thermodynamics | 3 |
| MATH 364 | Differential Equations | 4 |
| Program Elective (300 or 400 level)4 | 3 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16 |
Semester VI Credits
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 141 | Statistics | 3 |
| MECH 312 | Engineering Design | 3 |
| MECH 343 | Heat Transfer | 3 |
| SOET 400 | Technical Communication | 3 |
| Elective (300 or 400 level)4 | 3 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 |
Semester VII Credits
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MECH 310 | Instrumentation and Controls for Mechanical Engineers | 3 |
| MECH 377 | Capstone Research & Proposal | 2 |
| Elective (300 or 400 level)4 | 3 | |
| Elective (300 or 400 level)4 | 3 | |
| GER Elective (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)2 | 3 | |
| GER Elective (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)2 | 3 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 17 |
Semester VIII Credits
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MECH 477 | Capstone Project | 3 |
| ECON 370 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| SOET 377 | Engineering Ethics6 | 1 |
| Elective (300 or 400 level)4,5 | 3 | |
| Elective (300 or 400 level)4,5 | 3 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 13 |
1 Program electives selected from ACHP, AREA, CITA, CONS, ELEC, ENGS, MATH, MECH, SOET course designators and AUTO 104.
2 Must complete 7 of 11 GERS and 30 credits. Required GERs: (1/2), 3, 4, and 5. Need to pick 3 others.
3 Writing intensive course requirement
4 Program electives are upper level from all ACHP, AREA, CITA, CONS, ELEC, MATH, PHYS, MECH, MKTX, SOET course listings. Program electives are selected by advisement based on student interest and career goals. BSAD 421 can also be used.
5 MECH 480 Co-Op can be equivalent up to 6 credit hours.
6Can substitute SOET 378 or BSAD 319 if desired.
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Mechanical Engineering Technology
Lucas Craig
Department Chair
315-386-7384
craigl@canton.edu