Emphasis in Manufacturing Engineering Technology 
Program Outcomes

At graduation, manufacturing engineering technology graduates will:

General Core Outcomes

• Communicate clearly in written form
• Communicate clearly in oral form
• Explain complex technical related material in written and oral work
• Interact with team members/work groups to solve a technical problem
• Utilize research processes to seek or generate information
• Apply ethics in a technical environment
• Understand the need to advance education in all areas

Mathematics and Science Outcomes

• Analyze and interpret numerical information for validity, clarity, and value
• Generate graphics based on given or developed data
• Interpret statistical data or apply statistics to technical problems
• Solve technical problems using algebra and trigonometry
• Solve technical problems using integral and differential calculus
• Utilize statistical processes in technical and management problems
• Apply the principles of physical science to solving technical problems  
• Comprehend and apply units of measurements
• Understand chemical properties
• Interpret and present scientific data

Computer Outcomes

• Understand the iterations between numerical and analytical problem solving
• Analyze and interpret numerical information for validity, clarity, and value
• Use programming languages to interface with laboratory equipment
• Use on-line help menus to learn new functions of software
• Utilize spread sheets for data analysis and graphical presentation and interpretation
• Understand process of learning to utilize new software
• Obtain and use information from the Internet
• Use graphical presentation software
• Use programming languages to solve manufacturing problems
• Use computers to design parts, components, and systems

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Outcomes

• Identify, prioritize, and solve technical problems through analysis, synthesis, and evaluative processes
• Understand the current needs within the manufacturing industry
• Understand the various forms of manufacturing that exist in industry
• Function as a proficient member of a technical project design team
• Use problem-solving and decision-making techniques in designing and completing a manufactured project
• Incorporate computer tools and industrial processes in the design and execution of a manufactured project
• Assess the need for a safe workplace and develop tools which produce a safe working environment
• Apply quality control fundamentals in an industrial setting
• Utilize modern quality control tools for process improvement
• Understand the uses and limitations of various materials           
• Select materials for technical applications based on various properties
• Apply and generate part strength information
• Understand the composition and uses of various types of plastics
• Know the reasoning behind choosing a particular plastic material as it relates to given manufacturing requirements
• Know composite materials and their uses
• Design, implement and trouble shoot an electrical circuit
• Understand and use basic electrical principles    
• Use electrical measurement tools
• Interpret standard multi-view drawings and translate specifications for manufacturing
• Interpret standard welding symbols
• Determine proper fasteners for given usage
• Demonstrate the standard metal fabrication processes of arc welding with consumable and non-consumable electrodes and oxy/fuel welding and cutting
• Design and construct metal objects based on proper design, material characteristics, and fabrication technology
• Obtain and utilize complex measurement data from various measurement equipment
• Test, understand, and apply basic material properties in design
• Develop knowledge and skill in machine tool usage
• Use manufacturers literature to select components for design
• Utilize machine code and CAM software in CNC usage
• Understand data flow on the factory floor
• Identify and select components used in integrating automated manufacturing systems
• Develop a vision inspection algorithm
• Analyze product design and select appropriate material handling, transfer, and feed mechanics for automation
• Identify and classify sensors and their applications for inspection, measurement, and control
• Analyze and select appropriate strategies for implementing automation
• Know enterprise automation for global manufacturing demands
• Know the use of PLCs and integration in controlling automated systems
• Understand part failure and determination of failure
• Understand compressible and non-compressible fluid flow
• Apply, integrate, and control pneumatic components
• Use computer-aided design package to document engineering design through standard multi-view drawings
• Prepare technical designs using 2D- and 3D-CAD tools
• Use solid modeling software and present component and system designs
• Apply economic analysis to a manufacturing design
• Understand gearing and cam application and analysis