Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET)

Course Description for Mechanical Engineering Technology

(Bachelor of Science Degree Offered)
The purpose of this degree program is to develop students into Mechanical Engineering Technologists who are capable of applying current "state-of-the-art" engineering concepts to industrial applications. Mechanical Engineering Technology is concerned with the practical aspects of the following topics: generation, transmission and applications of heat and mechanical forms of energy; the design of tools and machines; and manufacturing processes and techniques. The curriculum combines the basic sciences and mathematics with mechanical engineering technology concepts and applications to prepare the graduate to meet the needs of today's and tomorrow's technological society. Particular emphasis is placed upon addressing the needs of those industries which are prevalent in the Southeast.

In addition to the common core of courses taken by all MET students, a student may concentrate in an area of specialization by the appropriate choice of elective courses.

General Concentration
The MET bachelor degree with a general concentration permits the selection of two elective courses in the major. It is strongly encouraged that students concentrate these two elective courses in one of the following three areas to enhance their knowledge and preparation in an area in which they are most interested in working:

1.Energy/Thermal Design: The Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration area specializes in the design and operation of heat and mass transfer systems which produce the needed environments for manufacturing operations, industrial processes and human comfort. Systems which utilize mechanical equipment such as pumps, blowers, fans, compressors and heat exchanges are found in fields as diverse as air conditioning, low temperature metallurgy, food preservation, chemical processing and industrial manufacturing. Graduates of this program are employed as systems designers for consulting firms and mechanical contractors; as manufacturer sales representatives; and as maintenance supervisors. The Heat/Power area of specialization deals with energy conversion, i.e., the study of internal combustion engines, steam turbines, boilers, air compressors, pumps and fans. The program includes study in thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics. Graduates with this specialty are employed as process plant engineers in the petrochemical and pulp and paper industry; as power generation plant results engineers; as maintenance supervisors; and as sales representatives for manufacturers. Specialty courses in this area include: 

2.Machine/Mechanical Design: This area of specialization is concerned with the application of fundamental principles of design to new and existing machines, machine parts and mechanical structures; the fabricating, testing and assembly of components into production of mechanical systems; and the operation of machines and mechanical equipment. Graduates may be employed as designers of machinery and/or machine parts for the improvement of production operations and cost; as supervisors of fabricating facilities, manufacturing plants, maintenance and repair shops; and as sales and service representatives of industrial and manufacturing firms. Specialty courses in this area include:  3.Manufacturing: The area of specialization called Manufacturing is concerned with manufacturing production processes and operations: tool and jig design, and the design and layout of manufacturing facilities. Graduates may be employed in areas such as steel production and fabrication, aircraft and automobile fabrication and assembly, cable manufacture, and textile mills. Specialty courses in this area include:  NOTE: MET 4801 - 4805 Special Projects and MET 4901 - 4905 Special Topics may also be used to satisfy portions of the above requirements.
 
Manufacturing Concentration
The MET bachelor degree with a manufacturing concentration is obtained by the appropriate selection of elective courses and one course substitution within the MET curriculum.* These courses emphasize a variety of topics in modern manufacturing and are as shown below. All four courses must be completed to obtain this designation.
 
Manufacturing Courses Source of Credit Hours
MET 4332 Advanced Tool Design Major Electives (3) 
MET 4341 Automation Systems and Controls Major Electives (3) 
MET 4342 Numerical Control of Machines Free Electives (3) 
MET 4351 Manufacturing System Design Project Substitute for MET 3402 (3)

*If courses other than Physics are used to satisfy Area D, Lab Science I and/or Lab Science II, Core Curriculum requirements, it is recommended that you discuss course options with your assigned Faculty Advisor and/or the Mechanical Engineering Technology Department Head.
 
NOTE: In approximately 40 states in the U.S., including Georgia, bachelor degree Engineering Technology graduates with the appropriate work experience are eligible to take examinations for registration as Professional Engineers.
 
 

First Year
 
      Hours Per Week Credit
First Semester     Class Lab Hours
ENGL 1101 English Composition I 3 0 3
MATH 1113 Precalculus 4 0 4
MET 1000 MET Orientation 1 0 1
MET 1211 Engineering Graphics I 3 3 4
MET 1311 Manufacturing Processes 3 0 3
SPCH 2400 Public Speaking 2 0 2
    Total 16 3 17
 
Second Semester          
ENGL 1102 English Composition II 3 0 3
CHEM 2211 General Chemistry I 3 3 4
MATH 2253 Calculus I 4 0 4
MET 1212 Engineering Graphics II 3 3 4
MET 1321 Manufacturing Processes Lab I 1 3 2
    Total 14 9 17

 NOTE: MET majors are required to earn a 2.0 average for all courses designated as "MET" courses.
 
 

Second Year
 
      Hours Per Week Credit
First Semester     Class Lab Hours
Area E   Group 2 3 0 3
CS 2123 C Programming 2 2 3
MET 2322 Manufacturing Processes Lab II 1 3 2
MATH 2254 Calculus II 4 0 4
PHYS 2211* Calculus-based Physics I (Area D, Lab Science) 3 3 4
    Total 13 8 16
 
Second Semester          
ENGL 2010 Technical Writing 3 0 3
MATH 2306 Ordinary Differential Equations 3 0 3
MET 2121 Statics 3 0 3
MET 2401 Thermodynamics I 3 0 3
PHYS 2212* Calculus-based Physics II (Area D, Lab Science) 3 2 4
STS 2400 Science, Technology, and Society 2 0 2
    Total 17 2 18

*Since Physics I and II are requirements for the degree, it is strongly recommended that they be taken to satisfy the Lab Science component of Area D of the Core Curriculum. It is also recommended that you discuss Lab Science options with your assigned Faculty Advisor and/or the Mechanical Engineering Technology Department Head.
 

The following substitutions are allowed:
PHYS 1111 for PHYS 2211
PHYS 1112 for PHYS 2212
 
NOTES: MET majors are required to earn a 2.0 average in all courses designated as "MET" courses.

For more information about Area C, D, and E courses, see the "Core Curriculum" section under "Admission Information."
 
 

Third Year
 
      Hours Per Week Credit
First Semester     Class Lab Hours
Area C    Group 2     3
Area E    Group 1 3 0 3
MET 3101 Fluid Mechanics 3 3 4
MET 3122 Dynamics 3 0 3
MET 3131 Strength of Materials 3 3 4
    Total     17
 
Second Semester          
ECET 3000 Electrical Principles 3 3 4
MET 3123 Dynamics of Machines 3 0 3
MET 3132 Engineering Materials 3 3 4
MET 3331 Tool Design 3 0 3
MET 3402 Thermodynamics II 3 0 3
    Total 15 6 17
 
 
Fourth Year
 
      Hours Per Week Credit
First Semester     Class Lab Hours
Area E    Group 3 3 0 3
IET 3424* Engineering Economy 3 0 3
MET 4141 Machine Design 3 0 3
MET 4421 Instruments and Controls 2 3 3
    Major Elective     3
    Total     15
 
Second Semester          
Area C    Group 1 3 0 3
Area E    Group 4 3 0 3
    Major Elective*     3
    Free Elective*     3
    Total     12
           
    Bachelor Degree Program Total 129    

*If courses other than Physics are used to satisfy Area D, Lab Science, Core Curriculum requirements, it is recommended that you discuss course options with your assigned Faculty Advisor and/or the Mechanical Engineering Technology Department Head prior to taking the annotated courses.
 
NOTE: MET majors are required to earn a 2.0 average in all courses designated as "MET" courses.