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2024-25 Catalog ARCHIVED CATALOG: Content may no longer be accurate.
Course Descriptions - PDD, ETM, MFET, MSE
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Department of Manufacturing and Systems Engineering
MFET 4650 - Software Quality Engineering Principles Credits: (2)
Description: This course prepares the student to incorporate quality development and implementation as a software design team member. The course provides instruction on concepts, principles and techniques to develop a comprehensive understanding of software inspection, testing, verification, and validation. Participants will learn to implement software development and maintenance processes and methods. This course also prepares the student for the Certified Systems Quality Engineer examination administered through American Society for Quality.
MFET 4670 - Reliability Engineering Principles Credits: (2)
Description: This course prepares the student to work as a design team member to incorporate reliability considerations into a basic design. Course provides information on application of proven techniques to achieve quality product results. This course also prepares the student for the Certified Reliability Engineer examination administered through American Society for Quality.
MFET 4750 - Master Planning of Resources Credits: (2)
Description: Explore processes used to develop sales and operations plans, forecast internal and external demand, create the master schedule consistent with business policies, objectives and resource constraints. (APICS series).
Pre-requisite(s): MFET 3510 .
Note: This course is offered in the evenings only.
MFET 4770 - Strategic Management of Resources Credits: (2)
Description: The relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain related functions. Addressing aligning resources with strategic plan, integrating operating processes to support the strategic plan, and implementing change.
Pre-requisite(s): MFET 3510 and be familiar with concepts addressed in all other APICS courses. (APICS series).
Note: This course is offered in the evenings only.
MFET 4800 - Individual Research in Manufacturing Technology Credits: (1-3)
Description: Special individual research and development projects in Manufacturing and Engineering Technology. Credit and time determined by the student and the faculty project supervisor.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission of instructor.
MFET 4830 - Directed Readings in Manufacturing Engineering Technology Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Must have department approval.
MFET 4850 - Integration of Automated Systems Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $50.00
Course Fee Purpose: Paper, lab support, automation lab supplies
Description: An Advanced Automation course designed to give the student both theory and practical application in control and integration issues dealing with automated equipment. Selected topics include motor controllers, PID’s, data collection and transfer devices, vision systems, and systems integration issues.
Pre-requisite(s): MFET 4580 /MFET 4585 .
MFET 4890 INT - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Open to all fourth year students in Manufacturing Engineering Technology. A continuation of MFET 1890 .
MFET 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-3)
Variable Title
Description: Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Juniors and Seniors only. Faculty approval required.
MFET 4995 - Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT) Exam Review Credits: (1)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $115.00
Course Fee Purpose: SME CmfgT exam, paper, lab support
Description: This course is designed to provide a structured review for the student to take the Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT) Exam.
Pre-requisite(s): MSE 3910 .
MFET 5100G - Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) Credits: (5)
Description: IED provides students with opportunities to be creative and to apply their decision-making and problem-solving skills to design problems. Students use powerful computer hardware and software (Inventor) to develop 3-D models or solid renderings of objects. Using a Computer Aided Design System, students learn the product design process through creating, analyzing, rendering and producing a model. The course meets for a total of 75 hours over a two-week period and focuses on the content as well as teaching methods appropriate for the course. This course is designed specifically and only for current high school teachers who have been assigned by their schools and districts to teach the Project Lead the Way courses in their respective schools. These courses carry graduate credit for those teachers who would use them as part of a master’s degree program or for recertification.
MFET 5300G - Principles of Engineering (POE) Credits: (5)
Description: POE is designed to help students understand the field and the career possibilities of engineering and engineering technology. Students work on the problem-solving skills that are used at the college level and in the workplace, and they explore engineering systems and manufacturing processes. Students learn how engineers address concerns about the social and political consequences of technological change. The course meets for a total of 75 hours over a two-week period and focuses on the content as well as teaching methods appropriate for the course. This course is designed specifically and only for current high school teachers who have been assigned by their schools and districts to teach the Project Lead the Way courses in their respective schools. These courses carry graduate credit for those teachers who would use them as part of a master’s degree program or for recertification.
MFET 5400G - Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) Credits: (5)
Description: CIM is a course that applies principles of prototyping, robotics, and automation. It builds on the solid modeling skills developed in Introduction to Engineering Design. Students use computer-controlled equipment to solve problems by constructing models of their three-dimensional designs. Students are also introduced to the fundamentals of robotics and to how this equipment is used in an automated environment. Students evaluate their design solutions using various techniques and modifications before they produce the prototype. The course meets for a total of 75 hours over a two-week period and focuses on the content as well as teaching methods appropriate for the course. This course is designed specifically and only for current high school teachers who have been assigned by their schools and districts to teach the Project Lead the Way courses in their respective schools. These courses carry graduate credit for those teachers who would use them as part of a master’s degree program or for recertification.
MFET 5500G - Engineering Design and Development (EDD) Credits: (5)
Description: In this course, students work on a team with one or two others to design and construct the solution to an engineering problem. The problems involve a wide range of engineering applications (e.g., a school robo-mascot, automated solar water heater, remote control hover craft). The course serves as a capstone course where students apply the principles they developed in previous courses. A journal is part of each student’s portfolio. Each team is responsible for delivering progress reports and making final presentations to an outside review panel. The course meets for a total of 75 hours over a two-week period and focuses on the content as well as teaching methods appropriate for the course. This course is designed specifically and only for current high school teachers who have been assigned by their schools and districts to teach the Project Lead the Way courses in their respective schools. These courses carry graduate credit for those teachers who would use them as part of a master’s degree program or for recertification.
MFET 6050 - Gateway to Technology Credits: (1-4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: 2nd Blk
Description: Gateway to Technology is a course designed specifically and only for current high school teachers who have been assigned by districts to teach the related Project Lead the Way course in their respective schools. Gateway to Technology introduces the Project Lead the Way series of courses covering the principles of engineering and technology. The course promotes an understanding of the field of technology and covers the continuous evolution of technology, the positive and negative impact of technology on our society, and career opportunities in technology. The various modules in this course will utilize a train the trainer approach. Teachers will learn technical content, teaching methodologies used to present the course, and the Project Lead the Way learning management system (Canvas). Credit hours will be based on the number of modules taken (two credits for each one-week module).
May be repeated 4 times and up to 8 credit hours.
MSE 1210 - Metal Processing and Joining for Engineers Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $45.00
Course Fee Purpose: Consumables (aluminum, steel, tools), paper, lab support, computers, software licenses, lab equipment
Description: Manufacturing processes for cost-effective, high-quality production. Consideration of technical capabilities and limitations of alternative methods. Includes Metal Removal, forming, welding concepts and non-tradition manufacturing processes. Course project required. Laboratory experiments include mill and lathe work, welding techniques, friction coefficients analysis and milled surface evaluation.
MSE 3040 - Cost Estimating and Engineering Economic Analysis Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: This course focuses on effective design and implementation of reliable, economically competitive, and environmentally benign manufacturing processes and systems. Topics will include an overview of the manufacturing systems approach in production, control, quality, automation, an introduction to facilities planning and design, an introduction to operations research and simulation in manufacturing, and engineering economics. An introduction to government manufacturing systems engineering will also be presented.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1210 , MSE 3700 .
MSE 3360 - Manufacturing Process and Materials Lab Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Paper, lab support, computers, software licenses, lab equipment
Description: Manufacturing processes for cost-effective, high-quality production. Consideration of technical capabilities and limitations of alternative methods. Includes forming, removal, casting, joining, heat treating, molding, finishing and coating. Course project required. Laboratory experiments include heat treating, deep drawing, powder metallurgy, casting, injection molding, fabricating composites, friction coefficients analysis and milled surface evaluation.
Pre-requisite(s): ENGR 2010 , ENGR 2160 .
MSE 3460 - Product Design and Development Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: An advanced computer-aided design course using state-of-the-art solid modeling CAD/CAM software. Topics include: 3D parametric solid modeling, applications associativity, design-by- feature, assembly modeling, injection mold design, flat pattern development, design analysis using FEA, realistic rendering, and detailing.
Pre-requisite(s): ENGR 1000 , PDD 1160 .
MSE 3700 - Manufacturing Systems I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers, and support.
Description: This course focuses on effective design and implementation of reliable, economically competitive, and environmentally benign manufacturing processes and systems. Topics will include an overview of the manufacturing systems approach in production, control, quality, automation, an introduction to facilities planning and design, an introduction to operations research and simulation in manufacturing, and engineering economics. Students will also be introduced to DoD systems engineering terminology.
Pre-requisite(s): MFET 2320 and ENGR 2140 .
MSE 3710 - Computer Aided Manufacturing and Additive Manufacturing/Lab Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: This course will introduce and explain concepts behind Computer-Automated Manufacturing (CAM). It will define elements, terms, and concepts involved with CAM. Elements of rapid prototyping will also be covered from conceptual design in solids to production of tooling and parts. This course is designed for those who have the basic understanding of the setup and operation of CNC machine tools and programming. Software will be used to perform the CAM operations, such as part generation and post processing.
Pre-requisite(s): MSE 1210 , PDD 1010 , PDD 1160 or MSE 3460 .
MSE 3850 - Statistical Process Control and Reliability Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: Control of quality with statistical analysis; typical control techniques and underlying theory. Development of reliability models and procedures for product assurance. Course will utilize Minitab and Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet software.
Pre-requisite(s): MFET 2410 or MATH 1040 or MATH 3410 .
Pre-requisite/Co-requisite: MATH 1210 or MATH 1110
MSE 3910 - Six Sigma Methods and Tools in Manufacturing Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Six Sigma methods use statistical tools to bring about continual improvement of quality in manufactured goods and services and to document that positive change has occurred. These tools include Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Measurement Systems Analysis (gage R&R), Control Charts, Process Capability Analysis, and Design of Experiments. Students will learn and apply these methods and tools through class participation and completion of required projects. Course will utilize Minitab and Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software.
Pre-requisite(s): MSE 3850 or MFET 3810 .
MSE 4010 - Facility Design and Material Handling Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: In-depth concepts in the planning and design of manufacturing facilities, product analysis, manufacturing processes and equipment selection, and schedule design; flow, space, activity relationships and space planning; location and layout; material handling systems; and facilities planning models.
Pre-requisite(s): MSE 3360 , MSE 3460 , and MSE 3700 .
MSE 4590 - Lean Manufacturing Systems Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $30.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: This course addresses the organization, design, and management of production systems using lean manufacturing techniques. Topics include work standardization, visual manufacturing, workplace organization, poke-yoke methodology, value stream mapping, setup reduction, batch size reduction, kaizen, total productive maintenance, pull systems/kanbans, cellular manufacturing design concepts, & cellular plant layout concepts.
Pre-requisite(s): MFET 2300 or MFET 2320 .
MSE 4600 - Production Systems Modeling and Analysis/Lab Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: Design and analysis of production systems. Fixed, flexible, and programmable automation. Modeling and simulation of alternative production systems in conjunction with the systems-design process.
Pre-requisite(s): MSE 3460 , MSE 3700 .
MSE 4610 - Project Management for Engineers Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: This course is focused on teaching methods and tools for planning and managing complex product and system development projects. The class will focus on the preparation, planning, monitoring and adaptation of projects. The class is organized into five loosely interwoven modules; project planning and simulation techniques, case studies, project tracking, international projects, and project management resources.
Pre-requisite(s): MSE 3040 , MSE 3460 .
Co-Requisite(s): MSE 4615 .
MSE 4615 - Lab: Senior Project Design I Credits: (2)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Equipment maintenance and replacement, tools, software, consumables, materials, manuals, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: This is an engineering laboratory subject for manufacturing systems engineering seniors. Major emphasis is on interplay between analytical and experimental methods in solution of research and development problems. Communication (written and oral) of results is also a strong component of the course. Groups of three or more students work together for two terms on an assigned engineering and design project. Must be taken concurrent with MSE 4610 Project Management for Engineers.
Co-Requisite(s): MSE 4610 .
MSE 4620 - Lab: Senior Project Design II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: Continuation of MSE 4615 . Team assignments will lead to the construction, testing and optimization of the design. This includes detailed engineering analysis and testing of prototypes, final parameter and tolerance design, and economic analysis of the project. Senior Project II culminates in a final design review based on formal student presentations of the documented final product and verification that the final product meets all requirements.
Pre-requisite(s): MSE 4610 , MSE 4615 .
MSE 4700 - Manufacturing Systems Engineering II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course consumables(controllers, robotics, etc.), software licensing, lab computers and support.
Description: This course covers the following topics: models of manufacturing systems, including transfer lines and flexible manufacturing systems; calculation of performance measures, including throughput, in-process inventory, and meeting production commitments; real-time control of scheduling; effects of machine failure, set-ups, and other disruptions on system performance. Also A study of the elements used in the automation of manufacturing processes including: programmable logic controllers, robotics (servo and non-servo), vision systems, and material handling devices.
Pre-requisite(s): MSE 3040 , MSE 3700 .
MSE 4800 - Individual Research Problems Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: With permission and under the direction of faculty, the student researches a specific problem in the manufacturing systems engineering field.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission of department.
May be taken 3 times and up to 3 credits.
MSE 4830 - Directed Readings for Manufacturing Systems Engineering Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: With permission and under the direction of faculty, the student studies a topic taken from the mechanical engineering literature.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission of department.
May be taken 3 times and up to 3 credits.
MSE 4890 INT - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Provides academic credit for engineering work experience. Permission of department required.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission of department.
May be taken 3 times and up 3 credits.
MSE 4900 - Special Topics Credits: (1-3)
Variable Title
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: A special topic in manufacturing systems engineering is selected by the faculty to be taught on a one-time basis. With departmental approval, may substitute for a technical elective.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission of department.
May be repeated three times with a maximum of three credit hours.
MSE 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-6)
Workshop
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Consult the semester class schedule for current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission of department.
May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
Note: With departmental approval, may substitute for a technical elective.
MSE 5010 - Foundation of Systems Engineering Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Per class registration, allocated partially to computer lab refurbishment, lab aids and software licenses.
Description: The Foundation of Systems Engineering course is an introductory overview of the systems engineering perspective and is presented to set the conceptual and practical framework of the entire systems engineering graduate program. The course covers the foundational components of systems engineering, from the concept development stage through the process steps of engineering development. Several issues related to post-development, disposal, and special topics areas are also presented.
MSE 5020 - Engineering Project and Program Management Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Per class registration, allocated partially to computer lab refurbishment, lab aids and software licenses.
Description: The Engineering Project and Program Management course provides participants the opportunity to gain skills and experience applying the framework, processes, and knowledge areas of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Students apply methods and tools through in-class lab work, deliverables, and portfolio generation.
MSE 5140 - Design for Operational Feasibility Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Per class registration, allocated partially to computer lab refurbishment, lab aids and software licenses.
Description: This course will introduce the application of engineering and management efforts to maximize the likelihood that the resulting system design will be operationally feasible and perform as intended in an effective and efficient manner. The objective of the course is to study the characteristics that are known to have a significant impact on the success of a system and the customer’s need. Topics include Design for reliability, maintainability, human factors, logistics, producibility, and affordability.
MSE 5810 - Experimental Course Credits: (1-6)
Experimental
Description: Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
PDD 1010 - Introduction to Engineering & Technical Design (Solidworks) Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: An introductory course to explore engineering and technical design solutions using critical thinking in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Learning modules include; The Engineering Design Process & Professions, Sketching & Documentation, Design Measuring, Introduction to CAD & Geometric Constraints, Design Visualization, Orthographic Projection & Multi-View Drawings, Fasteners, Assembly Drawings, Dimensioning, Tolerancing, Final Team Design Projects, and Final Review & Assessment.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1010 or placement.
PDD 1020 - Introduction to 2D CAD Software Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: An introductory course to explore engineering and technical design solutions using critical thinking in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Topics include Engineering Design Processes & Professions, Sketching and Documentation, Design Measuring, Introduction to 2 D CAD Software, Design Visualization, Orthographic Projection and Multi-View Drawings, Fasteners, Assembly Drawings, Dimensioning, and Tolerancing.
PDD 1030 - Introduction to Product Design and Development Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Fees for this course are designed to cover equipment maintenance and replacement, computer usage, software, consumable materials and supplies, and instructional resources.
Description: This is an introductory course for students interested in majoring in Product Design and Development. Students will be exposed to Product Design and Development through several laboratory experiences that introduce them to concepts needed for future classes. Students will gain a clear understanding of degree requirements and possible career paths.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 1010 .
PDD 1160 - Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Using 3D CAD Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: The use of CAD to create industrial level production working drawings. Includes the latest ASME Y14.5 standards for Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing. Topics of discussion will include: dimensions, fits, tolerances, surface finishes, symbols for welding, piping, machined elements/processes and sheet metal flat patterns.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 1010 .
PDD 1810 - Experimental Course Credits: (1-6)
Experimental
Description: Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hrs.
PDD 2460 - Product Design Fundamentals Using 3D CAD Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: Product Design is the creative process of applying scientific and mathematical principles, experience, and judgment to the development of the solution of a technical product or system to meet a specific need. Turning ideas into design will incorporate problem identification, market research and brainstorming possible solutions, develop detailed part and assembly drawings, implementation, and evaluation. Sketching, gears/cams/shafts, advanced GD&T, tolerance build-up, tolerances for assemblies, introduction to rapid prototyping, and CNC design for manufacturing concepts will be presented. Advanced 3-D modeling software applications will include: library of parts, assembly constraints, motion constraints, drive constraints, and adaptive design. Three lectures per week.
Three lectures per week.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 1160 .
PDD 2650 - Product Design & Development Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: Uses CAD to lay out advanced production drawings and design. Uses the Machinery’s Handbook, ANSI standards, geometric dimensioning and tolerances and manufacturer’s reference materials. Supports the design and drafting required for senior project.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 1030 and PDD 2460 .
PDD 2830 - Directed Readings Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Directed readings in Design Engineering Technology including product design and development and architectural areas. Must have department approval.
Can be taken for 1-3 credit hours twice for a maximum of 6 credits.
PDD 2890 INT - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Open to all advanced students in Design Engineering Technology. Department approval required before registration. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department.
Can be taken for 1-3 credit hours twice for a maximum of 6 credits.
PDD 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-6)
Workshop
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
PDD 3100 - Tool Design Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: Tool design principals used for work piece control in manufacturing and production. Topics include responsibilities of a tool designer, the design process, economics of design, tooling materials, and tool drawings and specifications. Other topics will include jigs, fixtures, gages, dies and tooling required by specialized manufacturing processes.
Pre-requisite(s): PHYS 2010, MFET 1210 , PDD 2460 , and MATH 1080 (or MATH 1050 and MATH 1060 ).
PDD 3210 - Machines and Mechanisms Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: Uses 3D parametric design software to produce design solutions for open-ended design projects, focusing on the relationship between “make” and “buy” parts. Gives students the opportunity to become familiar with engineering functions and manufacturing processes as related to mechanical design. Introduces the iterative process required to optimize design solutions. Studies elements inherent to the design of components fabricated from traditional engineering materials using practical manufacturing methods. Examines the characteristics of mechanical components and the integration of said components to specific machine designs. Uses select information from manufacturer’s data for components integral to the comprehensive design of complete machines. Covers concepts such as position, velocity, and acceleration. Also covers mechanism design including weldments, prime movers, gear pumps, belt and chain drives, hydraulic motors, bearing applications, braking systems, tanks, and sheet metal layout. Supports the design requirements for senior projects.
Pre-requisite(s): MFET 1210 , MFET 2150 , and PDD 2460 .
PDD 3300 - Applied Kinematic Analysis Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: Graphical representation of the motion of bodies without reference to the forces that cause the motion. Devices will be modeled and the limits of movement of components defined so that overall machine design can be animated and analyzed.
Pre-requisite(s): MFET 2300 or MFET 2310 and MFET 2320 .
PDD 3400 - Rendering Basics (Photoshop/3ds Max) Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: This course introduces students to the basic tools and concepts used in Adobe Photoshop and 3ds Max. Photoshop instruction includes using layers, image editing using selection tools, filtering, and touching up a 3D render. 3ds Max instruction includes importing models, adding materials, lighting a scene, and creating a basic animation.
PDD 3460 - Parametric Design Graphics Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support.
Description: An advanced design graphics course using state-of-the-art parametric modeling software. Topics include: parametric modeling fundamentals, constructive solid geometry concepts, model history, parent/child relationships, parametric constraints & relations, datum features, symmetrical features, 3D construction tools, advanced modeling tools, and assembly modeling.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 1010 .
PDD 3470 - Introduction to CATIA V5 Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: Use of parametric 3D modeling software to prepare engineering documentation and model analysis for the automotive and aerospace manufacturing industries. Students will complete a series of laboratory assignments and term projects in an open lab environment.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 1010 , PDD 1160 , and PDD 2460 or MFET 2870 or instructor’s approval.
PDD 3810 - Experimental Course Credits: (1-6)
Experimental
Description: Individual courses offered on an experimental basis, identified by specific name and description. The specific title will appear on student’s transcript along with the authorized credit.
May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
PDD 4200 - Advanced Mechanical Design Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course Fees:
Fees for this course are designed to cover equipment maintenance and replacement, computer usage, software, consumable materials and supplies, and instructional resources.
Description: Uses 3D CAD (3-dimensional computer-aided design) software to create production designs and drawings for heavy industrial applications. Uses the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Manual and the Structural Aluminum Design Handbook in conjunction with metal supplier’s product engineering data to design and analyze mechanical systems using traditional and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Methods in quantifying component mechanics of material integrity. Preparation of fabrication drawings for said systems will also be covered in the course.
Pre-requisite(s): MFET 2320 .
PDD 4400 - Animation Basics (3ds Max) Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: This course is a continuation of DET 3400. An in-depth look into 3ds Max focusing more on photorealism and animation. Students will learn how to take models created in other programs learned throughout the DET program into 3ds Max and bring them to life. Video editing is covered to allow students to create professional animations and videos.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 3400 .
PDD 4470 - Advanced CATIA V5 Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: An advanced 3D CAD course featuring 3-D parametric modeling using commercially available software. Studies in parametric design and design intent, applying surfaces, rendering, and creating animated presentations for the automotive and aerospace industries.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 3470 .
PDD 4500 - Hydraulic and Pneumatic Applications Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $35.00
Course Fee Purpose: Software licensing, lab computers and support
Description: Examines the components of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including a detailed study of each type of system and the integration of all components required for machine design. The symbols used to document hydraulic and pneumatic systems and the selection of components from vendor catalogs will be included in the detailing of complete machines.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 3210 .
PDD 4600 - Senior Project I (Design) Credits: (2)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: A Capstone project spanning two consecutive semesters. This semester concentrates on documenting the design solution. The project includes application of skills, knowledge, techniques and concepts to design and manufacture or construct a project. Emphasis placed on integrated project management including preparation of drawings, creation of presentations, project organization, control, and documentation. Prerequisite: Senior Project Application form, senior standing, approval of the department, and Associates Degree in DET or equivalent. (A student must apply for senior project one semester before the start of the senior project.)
Co-Requisite(s): MFET 4610 . Cross-listed with MFET 4610L .
PDD 4610 - Senior Project II (Build) Credits: (2)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: A Capstone project spanning two consecutive semesters. This semester concentrates on manufacturing or building the design solution. The project includes application of skills, knowledge, techniques and concepts to design and manufacture or construct a project. Emphasis placed on integrated project management including preparation of drawings, creation of presentations, project organization, control, and documentation.
Pre-requisite(s): PDD 4600 . Cross-listed with: MFET 4620L .
PDD 4830 - Directed Readings Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Directed readings in Product Design and Development. Must have department approval.
Can be taken for 1-3 credit hours twice for a maximum of 6 credits.
PDD 4890 INT - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Open to all advanced students in Product Design and Development. Department approval required before registration. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department.
Can be taken for 1-3 credit hours twice for a maximum of 6 credits.
PDD 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-6)
Workshop
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Description: Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
SE 6010 - Foundation of Systems Engineering Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: The Foundations of Systems Engineering course is an introductory overview of the systems engineering perspective and is presented to set the conceptual and practical framework of the entire systems engineering graduate program. The course covers the foundational components of systems engineering, from the concept development stage through the process steps of engineering development. Several issues related to post-development, disposal, and special topics areas are also presented.
SE 6020 - Engineering Project and Program Management Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: The Engineering Project and Program Management course provides participants the opportunity to gain skills and experience applying the framework, processes, and knowledge areas of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Students apply methods and tools through in-class lab work, deliverables, and portfolio generation.
Pre-requisite(s): SE 6130 and SE 6380 .
SE 6120 - System Design and Operational Analysis Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem-Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem-Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem-Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: This course targets systems engineering professionals. It will prepare you to take the International Requirements Engineering Board’s certification exam, to elicit and analyze requirements, document and validate requirements, create UML and SysML use cases, manage requirements, and demonstrate systems requirements for a development project.
Suggested Requisite(s): Calculus and Basic Statistics.
SE 6130 - Overview of Systems Engineering Processes Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: An overview of system life-cycle design processes and the associated analysis techniques. Approaches to system reliability, maintainability and failure analysis are also explored.
Pre-requisite(s): SE 6010 and SE 6370 .
SE 6140 - Design for Operational Feasibility Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: This course will introduce the application of engineering and management efforts to maximize the likelihood that the resulting system design will be operationally feasible and perform as intended in an effective and efficient manner. The objective of the course is to study the characteristics that are known to have a significant impact on the success of a system and the customer’s need. Topics include Design for reliability, maintainability, human factors, logistics, producibility, and affordability.
Pre-requisite(s): SE 6130 and SE 6380 .
SE 6150 - Research Methods and Experimentation Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: The course introduces the participant to research methods and experimentation, including surveys, case studies, stratification, comparative experiments, regression, and design of experiments. The course emphasizes practical decision-making processes, both intuitive and logical; qualitative and quantitative. A review of practical descriptive, comparative, and relational statistics is leveraged to explore and apply advanced methods.
SE 6260 - Reliability Engineering and Risk Analysis Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: An introduction to reliability engineering and risk analysis, including its role in Systems Engineering. Approaches to risk identification, quantification, and reduction will be discussed. Tools, techniques, and methodologies for use in system design, reliability engineering, and project management are emphasized.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1040 or MFET 2410 or MATH 3410 ; and MATH 1210 .
SE 6320 - Simulation Modeling and Engineering Optimization: Methods/Applications Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: This course will introduce methods of optimization, simulation, and analysis for a variety of complex systems -including linear optimization,non-linear optimization,and data modeling. It will also introduce business analytics, the types of business analytics and their uses and advantages. Students will apply business analytics and modeling techniques to improve design for feasibility concepts of a complex system. Software used will include SQL, Visual Basic, Excel, and similar languages.
Pre-requisite(s): SE 6140 .
SE 6350 - Organizational Systems Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: Organizational Systems provides engineers with organizational-level skills to recognize, develop, analyze, improve, and sustain organizational subsystems. The course blends the most useful mental models from organizational theory and design, industrial psychology, and organizational behavior. Participants complete multiple applied deliverables to connect theory and application. Open systems thinking, structural design, internal design elements, and managing dynamic processes frame the content.
SE 6360 - System Logistics: Ensuring a System of Systems Approach Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: 2nd Block Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: System of systems is a collection of task-oriented or dedicated systems that pool their resources and capabilities together to create a new, more complex system which offers more functionality and performance than simply the sum of the constituent systems. This course will introduce the subsequent sustaining maintenance & support of the system throughout its entire life cycle, including end of life/disposal. It will also include different DoD tailorable concepts to effectively manage and field product. Topics include: Reliability Growth, Initial Contractor Support (ICS), and Performance-Based Logistics (PBL)Sytems of Systems (SoS) or Federation of Systems (FoS).
Suggested Requisite(s): Calculus and Basic Statistics.
SE 6370 - Requirement Engineering Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: This course targets systems engineering professional. It will prepare you to take the International Requirements Engineering Board’s certification exam, to elicit and analyze requirements, document and validate requirements, create UML and SysML use cases, manage requirements, and demonstrate systems requirements for a development project.
SE 6380 - Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $130.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: Introduction to formal system architecture methods using the Systems Modeling Language (SysML) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) with detailed case studies. Students will apply the methodology to build architecture models, analyze internal and external interactions, and plan appropriate approaches for implementation. Topics include digital engineering, iterative MBSE techniques, model structure interactions and behaviors based on requirements and constraints, and creating key diagrams (such as use-case, sequence, and activity)
Pre-requisite(s): SE 6010 and SE 6370 .
SE 6390 - Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $130.00
Course Fee Purpose: Per class registration, allocated partially to computer lab refurbishment, lab aids and software licenses.
Description: Students will apply advanced enterprise and system modeling techniques, using state-of-the-art modeling tools, methodologies, architecture frameworks, and languages as well as performing model-based reviews and audits, in the context of enterprises and systems from both supplier and acquirer perspectives.
Pre-requisite(s): SE 6380 or equivalent.
SE 6500 - Systems Engineering Project Overview Credits: (1)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem-Online
Description: This course will provide the foundation for the senior systems engineering project course. This course will include the project plan (mission, vision, values, strategy, and goals) and charter for the selected complex system
Pre-requisite(s): SE 6010 and SE 6020 and SE 6130 and SE 6140 and SE 6370 .
SE 6510 - Design Project Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: MSSE Students are required to complete a system engineering design project that demonstrates proficiency in research, design, analysis, implementation, testing and documentation. The project is an in-depth study selected by the student or course instructor to showcase the student’s skills and knowledge.
Pre-requisite(s): SE 6500 .
SE 6520 - System Design and Operational Analysis Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem - Online
Course Fee: $25.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fees for this course are designed to cover computer labs, paper usage, software, equipment maintenance and replacement, supplies and instructional resources.
Description: This course targets systems engineering professionals. It will prepare you to take the International Requirements Engineering Board’s certification exam, to elicit and analyze requirements, document and validate requirements, create UML and SysML use cases, manage requirements, and demonstrate systems requirements for a development project.
Suggested Requisite(s): Calculus and Basic Statistics.
SE 6900 - Special Topics Credits: (1-4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem - Online
Description: A one-time special study course designed to introduce a new relevant topic that is not covered in the Systems Engineering programs. Lecture or lecture and lab combination. Laboratory activities support the selected course topic.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission from the department.
May be repeated 10 times and up to 12 credit hours.
SE 6910 - Individual Research Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem - Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem - Online
Description: Students taking this course will receive credit for approved, mentored studies in the Master of Science in Systems Engineering (MSSE). A maximum of three credits may be counted toward graduation.
Pre-requisite(s): Permission from the department.
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