25 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 103Project Management2
This course introduces essential project management and problem-solving skills, focusing on the core principles required to effectively manage projects. Students will explore key tools for planning and executing projects, gaining practical experience through problem- solving exercises. Emphasis is placed on developing analytical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities, empowering students to tackle professional challenges with confidence. Through hands-on activities and simulated projects, students will enhance teamwork, communication, and leadership skills. Designed for students from various disciplines, this foundational course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills necessary for success in both future coursework and professional endeavors.
This course teaches the basics of mechanical assembly for industrial systems. Students learn safe shop practices, how to read simple drawings, and how to measure, align, and fasten parts correctly. Topics include common hardware, bearings and shafts, belts/chains, and 181
This course introduces the students to the design of 3D watertight meshes to create physical parts utilizing a 3D printer. Topics covered include the history of additive manufacturing, types of printing technologies, design for additive manufacturing, materials used, and corporate application of this process. Formerly AMT-255. (Co-requisite: MEC-156)
This course instructs the students in the use of various software packages to design and create the code required to use a 3D printer. Software packages taught include Catalyst, Cura, TinkerCAD, SolidWorks, Fusion360, and Meshmixer. After creation of parts using the CAD software students then set up the part to be printed. When finished printing, students are then instructed in cleaning the part of support material and checking for accuracy and functionality. Formerly AMT-256. (Prerequisite: ART-127; Co-requisite: MEC-155)
This course will introduce the students to common types of detection sensors used in automation. The theory of operation, setup in control circuits and troubleshooting will also be covered. The course will also introduce the student to pneumatic and hydraulic systems used in the industrial setting for control of actuators and grippers in an automated system. (Prerequisites: EET-161, EET-162 or BTT-151, BTT-152; Co-requisite: MEC-158)
This course introduces students to microcontrollers and the ways they are used in various environments. The course will focus on the who, what, when, where, and why of employing microcontrollers and various case studies of implementation. (Co-requisite: MEC-162)
This course is intended to re-examine and emphasize specific skills and diagnostic techniques and apply them to principles and theories learned in previous courses. Students are expected to hone the specific skills to prepare them for entry-level positions upon graduation. (Co-requisite: MEC-202)
This course accompanies MEC-201 and is intended to re-examine and emphasize specific skills and diagnostic and testing techniques and apply them to principles and theories 182
This course introduces students to Allen-Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) with an emphasis on interpreting and troubleshooting industrial automation. Through instructor demonstrations, presentations, and guided walk-throughs in Studio 5000, students learn to trace signal flow, read prints and schematics, analyze ladder logic and tag structures, and understand PLC architecture. (Co-requisite: MEC-236)
This course begins with a study of the terminology for automated and robotic systems. Then the students will work with the classifications, coordinate systems, and physical makeup of a robotic system. This course continues with an examination of the power systems, lifting capacities and applications for automation and robots. An investigation of sensors, vision, artificial intelligence, the principles and techniques involved in working with robotics. (Co-
This course is designed to work in parallel with MEC-243. The student will work with a FANUC industrial robot and design programs to guide the robot through movement paths. An emphasis is placed on safety at all times. Projects will range from linear and circular motion to palletizing applications. (Co-requisites: MEC-243, MEC-245, MEC-246)
This course is designed to introduce the student to modern programmable logic controllers based on ControlLogix and CompactLogix Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs). The student will investigate the specification, setup, configuration, programming, and implementation of the controller. The course then continues with an examination of the different types of hardware devices that are used in conjunction with PACs. An emphasis is placed on programming projects throughout the course. (Co-requisite: MEC-246)
This course continues the study of robotics and automated systems started in the first robotics course. The integration of the robot with other automated systems is investigated. Techniques for handshaking, task passing, and sequencing events will be studied. The student will design integration projects based on the criteria provided in the lecture. Safety concerns when dealing with integration projects will be emphasized throughout the course. (Prerequisites: MEC-243, MEC-244; Co-requisites: MEC-254, MEC-255, MEC-256)
This course continues the study of robotics and automated systems started in the first robotics course through hands-on projects. The integration of the robot with other automated systems will be investigated. Techniques for handshaking, task passing, and sequencing events will be studied. The student will implement integration projects based on the criteria provided in the lab. Safety concerns when dealing with integration projects will be emphasized throughout the course. (Prerequisites: MEC-243, MEC-244; Co-requisites:
This course continues the investigation into the modern programmable logic controllers (PLCs) using the CompactLogix Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs). The student will use the PACs to work through exercises designed to implement control systems from beginning to end. This process will also have the student work through the setup, configuration, programming, and implementation of HMIs to provide an operator with a usable and well thought out touch screen to interact with a process under PAC control. (Prerequisites: MEC-245, MEC-246;
This course introduces students to the full production of an end user grade product from raw materials. The course will focus on the steps needed to produce a product that needs fabrication (parts and electronics), and assembly. The students will do research, cost evaluations, and analysis of both the final product and its lifecycle. (Prerequisites: MEC- 251, MEC-252; Co-requisite: MEC-258)
In this course, students will produce a small production run of an end user grade product. The course will focus on the design, fabrication, production, and assembly of a full manufacturing run of a single product. The students will decide on a product, iterate designs, 184
In this course, the students will work to implement research on an open-ended research project to advance the lab space. Projects will be cycled based on the group’s interests. Elements from each of their previous courses will be used and needed to complete this course successfully. The objective of this course is to research upgrades to the lab. (Co-
