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MEC

12 courses with the subject MEC, 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.

MEC 111Machine Processes I3
Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2012-2013
Source
www.waketech.edu
MEC 130Mechanisms2

This course introduces the purpose and action of various mechanical devices. Topics include cams, cables, gear trains, differentials, screws, belts, pulleys, shafts, levers, lubricants, and other devices. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, maintain, and troubleshoot the components of mechanical systems. Class Lab Credits: 2 Clinic Credits: 0

Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
None
MEC 141Introduction to Manufacturing Processes 2 2 03

Prerequisites: Corequisites: This course covers the properties and characteristics of manufacturing materials and the processes used to form them. Emphasis is placed on manufacturing materials, heat-treating processes, and manufacturing processes. Upon completion, students should be able to identify physical characteristics of materials and describe processes used to manufacture a part. MEC-145 Manufacturing Materials I 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: Corequisites: This course introduces a variety of manufacturing materials and common processing techniques. Emphasis is placed on the processing, testing, and application of materials such as wood, metals, plastics, ceramics, and composites. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental engineering applications for a variety of materials, including their process capabilities and limitations. MEC-161 Manufacturing Processes I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: This course provides the fundamental principles of value-added processing of materials into usable forms for the customer. Topics include material properties and traditional and non-traditional manufacturing processes. Upon completion, students should be able to specify appropriate manufacturing processing for common engineering materials. MEC-161 Manufacturing Processes I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Corequisites: This course provides the fundamental principles of value-added processing of materials into usable forms for the Last Updated 8/4/14 359 2013-2014 Catalog Volume 35 | Wake Technical Community College

Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2014-2015
Source
www.waketech.edu
Corequisite
MEC-161A
MEC 145Mfg Materials I3
Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2012-2013
Source
www.waketech.edu
MEC 161Manufacturing Processes I3

This course provides the fundamental principles of value-added processing of materials into usable forms for the customer. Topics include material properties and traditional and non-traditional manufacturing processes. Upon completion, students should be able to specify appropriate manufacturing processing for common engineering materials. Class Lab Credits: 0 Clinic Credits: 0

Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
None
MEC 161AManufacturing Processes I Lab

This course is a laboratory for MEC 161. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in MEC 161. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in MEC 161. Class Credits: 0 Lab Credits: 3 Clinic Credits: 0

Subject
MEC
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
Take MEC-161
MEC 180Engineering Materials2

This course introduces the physical and mechanical properties of materials. Topics include materials testing, pre- and post-manufacturing processes, and material selection of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, composites, and non-conventional materials. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize basic material property tests and select appropriate materials for applications. Class Lab Credits: 3 Clinic Credits: 0

Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
None
MEC 193Selected Topic: Green Technologies: Design3
Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2012-2013
Source
www.waketech.edu
MEC 210(S20669) CEG-115; <br>Option: Take MEC-210(S20669) EGR-115(S20666); Take previously
Subject
MEC
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Source
www.waketech.edu
MEC 260Fundamentals of Machine Design 2 3 03

This course introduces the fundamental principles of machine design. Topics include simple analysis of forces, moments, stresses, strains, friction, kinematics, and other considerations for designing machine elements. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze machine components and make component selections from manufacturers' catalogs. MEC-265 Fluid Mechanics 2 2 0 3 Requisites: This course covers the physical behavior of fluids and fluid systems. Topics include fluid statics and dynamics, laminar and turbulent flow, Bernoulli's Equation, components, applications, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply fluid power principles to practical applications. MEDICAL ASSISTING (MED Prefix)

Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2016-2017
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
Take MAT-121(S20804) MAT-161(S20916) or MAT-171(S20807); Take previously. Required.
MEC 265Fluid Mechanics2

This course covers the physical behavior of fluids and fluid systems. Topics include fluid statics and dynamics, laminar and turbulent flow, Bernoulli's Equation, components, applications, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply fluid power principles to practical applications. Class Lab Credits: 2 Clinic Credits: 0

Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu
Prerequisite
Take MAT-121 or MAT-171
MEC 267THERMAL SYSTEMS3

This course introduces the fundamental laws of thermodynamics. Topics include work and energy, open and closed systems, and heat engines. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of the laws and principles that apply to thermal power. Requisites: Take PHY-131(S13319) or PHY-151(S16517); Take previously. Required.<br>Take 1 group; <br>Option: Take MAT-121(S20804) PHY-131(S20809); <br>Option: Take MAT-121(S20804) PHY-151(S20924); <br>Option: Take MAT-161(S20916) PHY-131(S20809); <br>Option: Take MAT-161(S20916) PHY- 151(S20924); <br>Option: Take MAT-171(S20807) PHY-131(S20809); <br>Option: Take MAT- 171(S20807) PHY-151(S20924); Take previously. Required.<br>

Subject
MEC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.waketech.edu

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