Mechanical Engineering Technology - A.A.S.

Mechanical Engineering Technology - A.A.S.

Looking to jump-start your career in engineering? The Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology provides you with the technical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a wide range of mechanical engineering roles. With hands-on training, experienced faculty, and industry-standard tools, you'll gain practical experience and be ready to hit the ground running in the industry.

Mohammad A. Irfan, Ph.D., C.E.M.

Associate Professor
Mechanical Engineering Technology, College of Applied and Technical Studies,
118C, Technology Building
330-675-8807
mirfan1@kent.edu

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Program Information for Mechanical Engineering Technology - A.A.S.

Program Description

Full Description

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology provides students with knowledge and skills in the manufacturing areas related to computer-controlled equipment and integrated manufacturing. Students learn drafting, materials testing, robotics applications and computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software for design and design documentation.

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Admissions for Mechanical Engineering Technology - A.A.S.

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

91�ֿ� campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Apply the knowledge, techniques, skills and modem tools of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to solve mechanical engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge.
Design solutions for well-defined mechanical engineering technology problems and assist with the design of systems, components or processes for solving broad mechanical engineering technology problems.
Apply written, oral and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments, and proficiently use technical reference material.
Conduct standard tests, measurements and experiments and analyze and interpret the results.
Function effectively as a member of a technical team.
Understand and commit to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity.

Coursework

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Program Requirements
Graduation Requirements

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Course List
Code	Title	Credit Hours
Major Requirements (courses count in major GPA)
EERT 22014	MICROPROCESSORS AND ROBOTICS	3
ENGT 23099	ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DESIGN PROJECT (ELR)	3
MERT 12000	ENGINEERING DRAWING	3
MERT 12001	COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN	3
MERT 12004	MANUFACTURING PROCESSES	3
MERT 12005	PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS	3
MERT 22003	COMPUTER-AIDED TOOL DESIGN	3
MERT 22005	STATICS	3
MERT 22007	STRENGTH OF MATERIALS	3
MERT 22012	FLUID POWER	3
Additional Requirements (courses do not count in major GPA)
COMM 15000	INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN COMMUNICATION (KADL)	3
ENG 20002	INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL WRITING	3
or OTEC 26638	BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
MATH 11010	ALGEBRA FOR CALCULUS (KMCR)	3
MATH 11012	INTUITIVE CALCULUS (KMCR)	3
MATH 11022	TRIGONOMETRY (KMCR)	3
OTEC 26636	PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS	1
UC 10001	FLASHES 101	1
Physics Elective A, choose from the following:		3-5
PHY 12201	TECHNICAL PHYSICS I (KBS) (KLAB)
PHY 13001 & PHY 13021	GENERAL COLLEGE PHYSICS I (KBS) and GENERAL COLLEGE PHYSICS LABORATORY I (KBS) (KLAB)
Physics Elective B, choose from the following:		3-5
PHY 12202	TECHNICAL PHYSICS II (KBS) (KLAB)
PHY 13002 & PHY 13022	GENERAL COLLEGE PHYSICS II (KBS) and GENERAL COLLEGE PHYSICS LABORATORY II (KBS) (KLAB)
PHY 13012 & PHY 13022	COLLEGE PHYSICS II (KBS) and GENERAL COLLEGE PHYSICS LABORATORY II (KBS) (KLAB)
		3
		3
		3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:		62

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements Summary
Minimum Major GPA	Minimum Overall GPA
2.000	2.000

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this major. However, courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Plan of Study Grid
	Semester One		Credits
	MATH 11010	ALGEBRA FOR CALCULUS (KMCR)	3
!	MERT 12000	ENGINEERING DRAWING	3
!	MERT 12004	MANUFACTURING PROCESSES	3
	UC 10001	FLASHES 101	1
	Kent Core Requirement		3
	Kent Core Requirement		3
		Credit Hours	16
	Semester Two
	COMM 15000	INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN COMMUNICATION (KADL)	3
	MATH 11022	TRIGONOMETRY (KMCR)	3
!	MERT 12001	COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN	3
!	MERT 12005	PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS	3
	MERT 22012	FLUID POWER	3
		Credit Hours	15
	Semester Three
!	EERT 22014	MICROPROCESSORS AND ROBOTICS	3
	MATH 11012	INTUITIVE CALCULUS (KMCR)	3
!	MERT 22003	COMPUTER-AIDED TOOL DESIGN	3
!	MERT 22005	STATICS	3
	Physics Elective A		3-5
		Credit Hours	15
	Semester Four
	ENG 20002 or OTEC 26638	INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL WRITING or BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS	3
	ENGT 23099	ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DESIGN PROJECT (ELR)	3
!	MERT 22007	STRENGTH OF MATERIALS	3
	OTEC 26636	PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS	1
	Physics Elective B		3-5
	Kent Core Requirement		3
		Credit Hours	16
		Minimum Total Credit Hours:	62

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