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18 courses with the subject ADM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

ADM 101PRECISION MEASUREMENT3

This course covers the use of precision measurement instruments utilized in inspection. In addition, basic print reading techniques, reverse engineering, and related industry standards in advanced manufacturing disciplines are covered. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate correct use of precision measuring instruments, interpret basic prints, and apply basic reverse engineering techniques. Lab Hours: 1 Theory Hours: 2

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 109FREEHAND SKETCHING2

This is an introductory course, which allows students to learn the terminology and procedures related to drawing. Students will learn and demonstrate the foundations of basic sketching techniques and design principles, focusing on two and three-dimensional representations. Credits 2 Lab Hours 1 Theory Hours 1 150

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 112ORIENTATION TO ADDITIVE1
Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 114DESIGN INNOVATION3

Natural Science or Mathematics 3

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 116INTRODUCTION TO CATIA3

Introduction to parametric, three-dimensional modeling using CATIA. The course focuses on how to navigate within the software, how to create three-dimensional solid models using industry best practices, and how to create and manipulate assemblies made from these parts. Students learn the process of designing models with CATIA from conceptual sketching, to solid modeling, assembly design, and drawing production. Upon completion of this course, users will have acquired the skills to confidently work with CATIA. Students will gain an understanding of the parametric design philosophy of CITIA in this extensive hands-on course. Lab Hours: 0 Theory Hours: 3

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 123PLASTIC MATERIAL PROCESSES3

This course in plastic materials and processes includes the basic principles and methodology of various material types and manufacturing processes. Comparison of selecting the best type of manufacturing for product will be discussed. Student will learn proper instruction on safety operations, set-up and maintenance and production of parts on a Fused Disposition Manufacturing (FDM) printer or Rapid Prototype (RP) System. Emphasis is directed on 3D modeling software program (such as Solid works) and Insight software 2/3Dsketches. RP manufacturing technologies, FSM usages and processing with various types of manufactured plastics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and understand the significance of materials properties and structure, basic rapid photo typing and express and interpret material specifications and be able to select the best process for the type of product being produced. Lab Hours: 2 Theory Hours: 1

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 147MOLD DESIGN3

Students learn to identify the components of a mold such as mold base, spruce brushing, runner system, gates, vents, cavities, inserts and ejection system. Students learn the purpose of each component of a mold. Student lean common materials used to build a mold. Lab Hours: 0 Theory Hours: 3 Southern Union State Community College 2021-22 Catalog

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 160ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING3
Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 161SPECIALIZED SOFTWARE3
Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 162ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING PROCESS3

This course focuses on basic principles and methodology of different types of polymers and processes created with the Additive Manufacturing (AM) process. Comparison of selecting the best type of polymer for production will be discussed. Students receive proper instruction on safety operations, set-up, routine maintenance and production on the AM system. Students learn the various types of polymer AM systems; ie. Fused Deposition Manufacturing (FDM), Poly Jet and SLA. Students also learn the software used for each AM system. Upon completion, students will be able to describe the different types of polymers available for the AM process including, but not limited to, ABS, PC, PCABS, ULT, PPS, and Nylon and explain what the benefits are for basic AM. They should be able to demonstrate the how to take the AM system apart from start to finish and be able to select the best process for the type of product being produced. Lab Hours: 2 Theory Hours: 1 121

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 164ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING3

PROCESSES '96 Metals This course focuses on the basic principles and methodology of different types of metal powders and processes created with the Additive Manufacturing (AM) process. Students receive instruction on safety operations, set-up and routine maintenance and production of the AM Systems. Students learn metal powder based AM with the use of the Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) system. Students also learn various design software programs used for a metal powder system. Upon completion, students will be able to describe the different types of metal powders including, but not limited to aluminum, stainless steel, cobalt, titanium, and nickel and explain what the benefits are of basic AM. They should be able to demonstrate how to take a '93part'94 from start to finish on the AM system and be able to select the best process for the type of product being produced. Lab Hours: 2 Theory Hours: 1

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 202INTRODUCTION TO TECHNOLOGY3
Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 205ADVANCED MOLDING3

Students learn advanced applications in molding, including fill time, cycle time, melt temperature, part size and weight, pressure and clamp pressure. Students learn solutions for common part defects such as short shots, flash, warp, surface defects, color changes and shrinkage. Lab Hours: 0 Theory Hours: 3

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 261REVERSE ENGINEERING3

This course emphasizes reverse engineering techniques and quality control inspection of parts employing 3D printing, scanning, and Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM technologies). The emphasis is on using applicable software to convert scanned images from point cloud data into 3D models. The process will allow using software to clean up point cloud data, create airtight 3D models, run a comparison analysis of collected data to solid, improve or reproduce a scanned part, print the part and then perform an inspection using CMM probe for additional analysis and comparison. Lab Hours: 2 Theory Hours: 1

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 291MSSC SAFETY3

This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills related to safety in a manufacturing environment. Lab Hours: 0 Theory Hours: 3 Southern Union State Community College 2021-22 Catalog

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 292MSSC QUALITY PRACTICES AND3
Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 293MSSC MANUFACTURING3

ts PROCESSES AND PRODUCTION

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
ADM 294MSSC MAINTENANCE AWARENESS3

This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills related to maintenance awareness in a manufacturing environment. Lab Hours: 0 Theory Hours: 3

Subject
ADM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu

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