Rock Valley College
Rockford, Illinois

Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Degree conferred: Associate in Applied Science – 65 credits
Program contact: Division of Engineering and Technology, (815) 921-3101

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Program overview

Work and employment

Transfer opportunities

Course Descriptions

Program overview

Today’s manufacturing is impacted by global competition forcing the need to accelerate product design and development. Graduates of this program are prepared for interdisciplinary careers in high-tech manufacturing and industrial technology. The areas of emphasis are modern design methods, production, and continuous improvement techniques.

Work and employment

In addition to the areas of product design, 3D CAD modeling, process planning, production scheduling, quality technician, and CNC programming and operation, a graduate of this degree may assume responsibilities in automated production, technical sales, and problem solving in many other areas of today’s dynamic world of manufacturing.

Important Information
Graduates of this program are qualified and encouraged to pursue the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT) certification.

Transfer opportunities

This program provides the first two years of an engineering technology baccalaureate program. Graduates may transfer with articulated credit to universities such as Bradley University, Northern Illinois University, Illinois State University, MSOE, Southern Illinois University and UW Platteville.


Manufacturing Engineering Technology Core Course Requirements:                        (44 credits)  
*  MET 110    Manufacturing Processes I                (3)
    MET 111    CNC Machine Setup/Operation/Programming        (3)
    MET 243    Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing        (3)
    MET 100    Introductory CAD and Print Reading         (3)    
*   MET 105    Materials and Processes                (3)
     MET 133    Graphics/SolidWorks CAD I                (3)
*    MET 146    Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and PLCs            (3)
*    MET 162    Applied Physics                    (4)
*    MET 217    Statics                        (3)
*    MET 218     Strength of Materials                (3)
*    EET141        DC/AC Circuits & Electronics I            (4)
*    EET254        Robotics and Automated Systems            (3)
*    MET 106    Metrology                        (3)

Students must select one of the following areas of emphasis:                             (9 credits)
Mechanical Design
*    MET 220    Mechanisms                         (3)
*    MET 221    Machine Design                     (3)
*    MET 249     Manufacturing Capstone Project                (3)
           
OR
Automated Production
*    MET 226    CNC/CAM Operations I                 (3)
*    MET 247    Mfg. Methods, Process Planning and Systems    (3)
*    MET 249    Manufacturing Capstone Project          (3)
           
*Course has a prerequisite—refer to course description section in this catalog.

General Education Course Requirements:                (15 credits)
*    ENG    101    Composition I                        (3)
*    ENG    103    Composition II, or    
      ENG    110    Introductory Technical Writing            (3)
*    MTH    125    Plane Trigonometry, or                (3)
     MTH    132    Pre-calculus Mathematics, or            (5)
     MTH    100    Technical Mathematics                (5)
    SPH    131    Fundamentals of Communication            (3)
    MTH    xxx    Mathematics Elective                (3)

Course Descriptions

MET-100
Introductory CAD and Print Reading

IAI: None
Introductory CAD and Print Reading is designed for the student without recent high school or industrial drafting experience. The basic concepts required to create and interpret industrial drawings is presented and practiced. This course provides fundamental print reading principles with emphasis on dimensions and tolerances, shape description, machine operations, notes, symbols, and other pertient data.
Prerequisite: MET 089
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-102
Meth of Statistical Process Cntrl (SPC)

IAI: None
Methods of Statistical Process Control (SPC) presents basic statistical concepts, quality tools, common probability distributions, problem solving techniques, control charts for variable and attribute data, interpretation, Gage R&R, process capability analysis, and acceptance sampling. Instruction and lab exercises integrate management strategies, data planning, cross-functional project teams, and requirements of modern quality standards that lead to successful application of SPC.
Prerequisite: MTH-094
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-105
Materials and Processes

IAI: None PCS:
Materials and Processes introduces material properties and attributes of metals, plastics, ceramics, composites, and other materials. Survey of processes includes heat treatment, surface processing, particulate processing, casting, molding, forming, joining, material removal and other processing technologies. Theory is illustrated by laboratory experiments and demonstrations along with company visits to view the latest techniques. Note: This course formerly known as CDT 105.
Prerequisite: MTH-094 Co-requisite in MTH 100, MTH 125, or MTH 132
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab:2

MET-106
Metrology

IAI: None
Metrology introduces the science of measurement for engineering technicians, machinists, and technical personnel through basic measurement principles, selection, operation, and application of English and Metric measuring instruments. Lecture and lab exercises cover basic dimensional gaging and instruments, high-amplification comparators, surface plate, angular instruments, sine bar, pneumatic gaging, and advanced systems. Related topics introduce data analysis, variable versus attribute, MSA, calibration systems, and modern standards for quality systems and metrology. Note: This course formerly known as QLT 106.
Prerequisite: MTH-094 Credit or current enrollment in MTH 100, MTH 132, or MTH 125
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-108
Computer Drafting Using AutoCAD

IAI: IND 911
Computer Drafting Using AutoCAD introduces computer graphic concepts, hardware, software, and operating principles of a comprehensive PC based computer graphics system. The student will use AutoCAD software for all course projects. The latest ANSI/ASME standards will be incorporated throughout the course. Lecture and laboratory projects emphasize drafting principles and techniques necesary to produce multi-view, auxiliary, and section drawings with appropriate dimensioning practices. Note: This course formerly known as CDT 108.
Prerequisite: MET 100 or consent of instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-110
Manufacturing Processes I

IAI: IND 913
Manufacturing Processes I provides an introduction to machining processes including milling, turning, grinding, drilling, and cutoff operations. Laboratory activities include the fundamentals of machine setup and operations, tooling, precision measurement, process safety, care and maintenance. This course is offered at a regional training center in partnership with Rock Valley College. Note: This course formerly known as AMT 110.
Prerequisite: MTH-089,or consent of instructor. Co-requisite: MTH 100
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-111
CNC Machine Setup/Operations/Programmin

IAI: None
CNC Machine Setup/Operation/Programming studies the setup and operation of computer numerical control (CNC) machine tools. The course is designed to provide knowledge on the latest CNC machines using an online training environment and lab session including turning centers and machining. Exercise and laboratory projects emphasize practical problems, demonstrations, and student operation of CNC equipment.
Prerequisite: MTH-089
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-118
Intermediate AutoCAD Production Draftin

IAI: None
Intermediate AutoCAD - Production Drafting extends and builds upon current drafting practices for AutoCAD users. Emphasis is placed on the identification and familiarization of techniques that enhance CAD productivity and the production of industrial drawings. This course is intended for students completing a CAD certificate program and not required for an A.A.S. degree program.
Prerequisite: MET 108
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-120
CNC Machine Setup/Operation

IAI: None
CNC Machine Setup/Operation studies the setup and operation of computer numerical control (CNC) machine tools. The course is designed to provide knowledge on the latest CNC machines using turning centers and machining centers in the CIM Laboratory. Lecture and laboratory projects emphasize practical problems, demonstrations, and student operation of CNC equipment.
Prerequisite: MTH-089
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2

MET-121
Fundamentals of CNC Programming (Manual

IAI: None
Fundamentals of CNC Programming (Manual) is a study of the fundamentals of computer numerical control programming for machine tools within the manufacturing environment. Emphasis is on application, operation of a CNC program, tooling and machines. Students will write programs and verify them using machine or computer graphics.
Prerequisite: MET 120
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2

MET-133
Graphics/SolidWorks CAD I

IAI: IND 911
Graphics/SolidWorks CAD I introduces computer graphics concepts, hardware, software, and operating principles of a computer graphics system. The student will use SolidWorks software for all course projects. The latest ANSI/ASME standards will be incorporated throughout the course. Lecture and laboratory projects emphasize design principles and techniques necessary to produce solid models, assemblies, and multi-view drawings. Note: This course formerly known as CDT 133.
Prerequisite: MTH-092
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-146
Hydraulics, Pneumatics and PLCs

IAI: None
Hydraulics and Pneumatics introduces the basic concepts of fluid power technology including the function of hydraulic and pneumatic components. Emphasis is placed upon the delineation of basic hydraulic and pneumatic circuits. Basic operations and programming of PLCs is also presented.
Prerequisite: MTH 094
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-162
Applied Physics

IAI: None
Applied Physics for technical students teaches industrial and technical applications to develop competence in physics and mathematics fundamental for all technology students. Five major areas of study relating physics for the technician are covered: mechanics, matter and heat, wave motion and sound, electricity and magnetism, and light.
Prerequisite: MTH-094
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 2

MET-217
Statics

IAI: None
Statics is an analysis of real force systems by applying the principles of equilibrium to rigid bodies, and simple structures. Distributed forces, determination of centroids, moments of inertia, analysis of structures, friction, and related topics are presented.
Prerequisite: MTH-094
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

MET-218
Strength of Materials

IAI: None
Strength of Materials studies the relationship between external forces and the stresses and deformations they produce in a deformable body. Consideration is given to members subjected to tension and compression, torsion, and bending related to: loading and deflection of beams and shafts and buckling of columns. Computer-aided design systems will be incorporated where applicable.
Prerequisite: MET-217
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

MET-220
Mechanisms

IAI: None
Mechanisms present the study of existing mechanisms, motion characteristics, and the application of mechanism design to provide desired motions. In the motion study, absolute and relative velocities and accelerations are presented. CAM layout is presented in detail as well as the nomenclature and kinematics of gearing. Computer-aided design systems will be incorporated where applicable.
Prerequisite: MTH-094
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

MET-221
Machine Design

IAI: None
Machine Design explores factors that influence materials and application of particular machine elements in their environment. Attention is given to various loading conditions, stresses, and deformations, which must be considered in arriving at a satisfactory design. Elements include: gears, power screws, fasteners, bolted joints, springs, and environmental considerations. Computer-aided design systems will be incorporated where applicable.
Prerequisite: MET 218
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

MET-226
CNC/CAM Operations I

IAI: None
CNC/CAM Operations I teaches the concepts of Computer Numerical Control for machine tools, tooling, software and operating principles of CNC systems. Students develop part programs using current, industrial CAM software for program generation, editing and tool path verification. Postprocessing and G-M code verification is presented for specific machine tools.
Prerequisite: MET 111 or MET-121
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-233
Graphics/SolidWorks CAD II

IAI: None
Graphics/SolidWorks CAD II requires a comprehensive background with SolidWorks software and current drafting practices. Lecture and laboratory projects include: surface, solid modeling, parametrics, and assemblies, and introduces rapid prototyping techniques. Emphasis is placed on the techniques used to maximize design and drawing productivity.
Prerequisite: MET-133, or consent of instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-237
Design of Experiments

IAI: None
Design of Experiments presents the best of Taguchi and Western experimental design techniques for process quality improvement. Students learn the sequential approach, effective setup, quality tools, statistical and graphical analysis, and reporting of DOE. Lecture and lab exercises make extensive use of practical case studies to apply simple response tables, graphical techniques, and computer analysis for process optimization.
Prerequisite: MET 102 and MET 106
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 2

MET-240
CNC/CAM Operations II

IAI: None
CNC/CAM Operations II is a second course that provides the student with a background in CNC programming using CAM software. Emphasis is placed on the identification and familiarization of techniques that enhance CAM productivity and the production of CNC programs. Students develop part programs using software for program generation, editing and simulation of tool paths.
Prerequisite: MET 226-CNC/CAM Operations I with minimum grade of C.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-243
Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing

IAI: None
Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing is designed to bring lean manufacturing techniques and training that are changing the world of manufacturing into the classroom. Emphasis is placed on continuous improvement, waste elimination, customer focus, and elements of lean production.
Prerequisite: MTH-092 or consent of instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

MET-247
Manufacture Methods, Process Plan & Syst

IAI: None
Manufacturing Methods, Process Planning and Systems studies the techniques, equipment and systems for successful manufacturing production. Students learn to plan an operation sequence, determine tooling requirements, develop physical supply, operation planning and control and physical distribution. Lecture and case studies involving management issues will engage the principles and practives of various techniques and methods including:Just-in-Time (JIT), Total Quality Management (TQM) Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) and Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS).
Prerequisite: MTH-092 or consent of instructor.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

MET-249
MET Capstone Project

IAI: None
MET Capstone Project is a capstone course emphasizing the solving of technical programs, using a multidisciplinary engineering technology approach. The instructor or student may propose an area of investigation. Successful solutions will require that the student use an interactive method using varying degrees of analysis, syntheses, and evaluation. Information, such as vendor catalogs, manuals and library references will be used. The project findings will be presented by the student in both oral and written form.
Prerequisite: SPH 131, MET 133, MET 162, MET 218. This course is intended to be taken the final semester prior to graduation.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

MET-250
Special Topics in Manufacturing

IAI: None
Special Topics in Manufacturing teaches the tools and strategies of specific needs or interest in modern manufacturing. A special topic requires: adequate and available materials on a specific manufacturing related issue, a comprehensive course outline, instructor expertise, student and community interest, and ability to increase skill and/or knowledge in manufacturing technology. Variable and repeatable credit up to 6 credit hours may be earned.
Prerequisite: determined by the special topic and consent of instructor
Credit: 1-6 semester hours
Lecture: 1-6 Lab: 0-4