## Mechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology

**Mechanical Engineering Technology Overview** If you want a practical career in design, testing, manufacturing, or operations, then the Mechanical Engineering Technology field may be just what you've been looking for. Here's the best part: there are jobs that are waiting to be filled right now. That's because modern manufacturing is staging a major comeback, thanks to robotics and advanced electronics.

If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, right now could be the perfect time to earn a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology at ECPI University! You could earn a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology in as little as 2.5 years.

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**Program Description** ECPI University's Mechanical Engineering Technology program focuses on problem solving and real-world application of applied engineering science and technology. Mechanical engineering technologists are real problem solvers with responsibilities ranging from those of a support technician to plant manager.

Our Mechanical Engineering Technology degree program focuses on core areas such as:

- Mechanical design and analysis
- Material science and manufacturing processes
- Thermal-fluid-energy sciences
- Computer aided engineering graphics and analysis
- Electro-mechanical devices
- Instrumentation and controls

Building upon ECPI's tradition of providing an interactive and "real world" practical education in technology, students will have the opportunity to:

- Acquire knowledge, techniques, skills, and use modern tools of Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to design and improve mechanical processes

Incorporate quality, aptitude, continuous improvement in both skills and professional behavior

**Possible Career Track** ECPI University's curriculum prepares graduates for entry-level employment in various public and private industries in such areas as:

- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Product Design & Fabrication
- CAD & Computer Graphics
- Automation & Manufacturing
- Machining & Mechanical Maintenance
- Power Generation & Plant Management
- Climate Control: Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Transportation: Vehicles & Infrastructure
- Aerospace & Aerodynamics Industry
- Systems Control

Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates are employed in a wide spectrum of positions such as:

- Mechanical Engineering Consultant
- Product and Materials Testing Technologist
- Drafting and Computer Graphics Engineer
- Manufacturing and Quality Management Engineer
- Industrial Engineer
- Product Engineer
- Plant Maintenance and Production Manager
- Transportation Engineer
- Power and Energy Engineer

**Curriculum** ### Core Curriculum

70 semester credit hours
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICITY |
| [EET113](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET113?width=500&height=550) | DC & AC Circuits | 3 |
| ANALOG ELECTRONICS |
| [EET223](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET223?width=500&height=550) | Electronic Devices & Operational Amplifiers | 3 |
| PROGRAMMING |
| [SDC100](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/SDC100?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| [EET207](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET207?width=500&height=550) | Applied Engineering Programming | 3 |
| ENGINEERING MECHANICS |
| [MET211](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET211?width=500&height=550) | Statics | 3 |
| [MET311](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET311?width=500&height=550) | Mechanisms | 3 |
| [MET410](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET410?width=500&height=550) | Dynamics | 3 |
| DRAFTING & MODELING |
| [EET192](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET192?width=500&height=550) | Engineering Graphics Communications | 3 |
| [EET192L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET192L?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to 3-D Modeling LAB | 1 |
| [MET213](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET213?width=500&height=550) | Advanced 3-D Modeling | 3 |
| MANUFACTURING |
| [EET191](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET191?width=500&height=550) | Materials Science | 3 |
| [MET221](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET221?width=500&height=550) | Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| [MET320](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET320?width=500&height=550) | Machine Tools | 3 |
| [MET320L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET320L?width=500&height=550) | Machine Tools LAB | 1 |
| [MET322](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET322?width=500&height=550) | CNC Machines | 3 |
| MECHANICAL DESIGN |
| [MET313](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET313?width=500&height=550) | Applied Strength of Materials | 3 |
| [MET313L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET313L?width=500&height=550) | Materials LAB | 1 |
| [MET412](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET412?width=500&height=550) | Machine Design | 3 |
| [MET414](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET414?width=500&height=550) | Applied Finite Element Analysis | 3 |
| FLUID SCIENCE |
| [MET230](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET230?width=500&height=550) | Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems | 3 |
| [MET230L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET230L?width=500&height=550) | Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems LAB | 1 |
| [MET330](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET330?width=500&height=550) | Applied Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| [MET330L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET330L?width=500&height=550) | Applied Fluid Mechanics LAB | 1 |
| [MET432](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET432?width=500&height=550) | Applied Thermodynamics | 3 |
| [MET434](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET434?width=500&height=550) | Applied Heat Transfer | 3 |
| [MET434L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET434L?width=500&height=550) | Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics LAB | 1 |
| SENIOR PROJECT |
| [MET400](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET400?width=500&height=550) | Senior Project | 3 |
| [MET400L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET400L?width=500&height=550) | Senior Project LAB | 1 |

Arts and Sciences37 semester credit hours
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| [CAP480](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CAP480?width=500&height=550) | Arts and Sciences Capstone | 3 |
| [COM115](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/COM115?width=500&height=550) | Principles of Communication | 3 |
| [ENG110](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/ENG110?width=500&height=550) | College Composition | 3 |
| [ENG120](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/ENG120?width=500&height=550) | Advanced Composition | 3 |
| [HUM205](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/HUM205?width=500&height=550) | Culture and Diversity: Exploring the Humanities | 3 |
| [MTH131](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MTH131?width=500&height=550) | College Algebra | 3 |
| [MTH200](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MTH200?width=500&height=550) | Pre-calculus | 3 |
| [MTH220](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MTH220?width=500&height=550) | Applied Calculus I | 3 |
| [MTH320](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MTH320?width=500&height=550) | Applied Calculus II | 3 |
| [PHY120](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PHY120?width=500&height=550) | Physics | 3 |
| [PHY120L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PHY120L?width=500&height=550) | Physics LAB | 1 |
| CHOOSE TWO COURSES: |
| [ECO201](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/ECO201?width=500&height=550) | Macroeconomics\* | 3 |
| [ECO202](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/ECO202?width=500&height=550) | Microeconomics\* | 3 |
| [PSY105](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PSY105?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Psychology\* | 3 |
| [PSY220](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PSY220?width=500&height=550) | Positive Psychology\* | 3 |

*\*For allowable substitutions of arts and sciences courses, see the Arts & Sciences Department page.*

Self Integration and Computer Literacy10 semester credit hours
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| [COR191](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/COR191?width=500&height=550) | Career Orientation | 1 |
| [CST120](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CST120?width=500&height=550) | Computer Configuration I | 3 |
| [EET102](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET102?width=500&height=550) | Engineering Math & Software Applications | 3 |
| [FOR110](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/FOR110?width=500&height=550) | Essentials for Success | 3 |

Electives7 semester credit hours
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| [BUS102](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/BUS102?width=500&height=550) | Fundamentals of Customer Service | 3 |
| [BUS121](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/BUS121?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| [BUS328](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/BUS328?width=500&height=550) | Business Process Improvement | 3 |
| [BUS328L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/BUS328L?width=500&height=550) | Business Process Improvement LAB | 3 |
| [PMT472](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PMT472?width=500&height=550) | Applied Project Management | 3 |
| [PMT472L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PMT472L?width=500&height=550) | Applied Project Management Lab | 1 |
| [SDC100L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/SDC100L?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Programming LAB | 3 |
| [CST160](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CST160?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Networking | 3 |
| [EET130](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET130?width=500&height=550) | Digital Systems I | 3 |
| [EET220](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET220?width=500&height=550) | Industrial Applications | 3 |
| [EET230](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET230?width=500&height=550) | Digital Systems II | 3 |
| [EET233](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET233?width=500&height=550) | Robotics and Smart Manufacturing (SM) | 3 |
| [EET233L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/EET233L?width=500&height=550) | Robotics and Smart Manufacturing (SM) LAB | 1 |
| [MET114](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET114?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) | 3 |
| [MET223](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET223?width=500&height=550) | Applied Machine Tools | 3 |
| [MET224](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET224?width=500&height=550) | CNC Machines Operation | 3 |
| [MET420](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET420?width=500&height=550) | Instrumentation & Industrial Controls | 3 |
| [MET420L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET420L?width=500&height=550) | Instrumentation & Industrial Controls LAB | 1 |
| [MET405](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET405?width=500&height=550) | Externship-MET Sr. III | 3 |
| [MET406](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET406?width=500&height=550) | Externship-MET Sr. II | 2 |
| [MET407](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET407?width=500&height=550) | Externship-MET Sr. I-a | 1 |
| [MET408](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET408?width=500&height=550) | Externship-MET Sr. I-b | 1 |
| [MET409](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MET409?width=500&height=550) | Externship-MET Sr. I-c | 1 |

**Possible Outcomes** ### **Program Objectives**

Building upon ECPI’s tradition of providing an interactive and “real world” practical education in technology, you can:

- Acquire knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to design and improve mechanical processes
- Function effectively as a team member for preparation of reports and presentations
- Incorporate quality, aptitude, and continuous improvement in expertise and professional behavior

### **Program Outcomes**

The learning outcomes of the BS MET program include the following:

- Select and apply current knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering and technology
- Select and apply current knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of mechanical engineering technology
- Design systems, components, or processes
- Conduct tests, measurements, experiments, and interpret results thereof
- Identify, analyze and solve key problems, and improve processes
- Communicate effectively by preparing technical reports, documenting work or writing paper, and by making individual and group presentations
- Demonstrate of an understanding of professional, ethical, and social responsibilities while collaborating effectively with diverse team members to achieve a designated task
- Commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement

| Fall 2018 | Total Enrollment | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| BS MET | FT | 12 | N/A- New Program |
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