Advanced Manufacturing Technology: Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Award: Associate of Applied Science Degree
Major: Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Specialization: Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/advanced-manufacturing/
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
This specialization combines operational/mechanical technology with advanced troubleshooting and process improvement skills. The curriculum includes basic mechanical and electrical, trouble shooting, materials, process and productivity improvement and prepares the student for manufacturing positions such as an engineering technician, reliability technician, maintenance planner or process control technician. Terminal or potential transferrable degree.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 123 | Electrical Applications I | 2 |
| ETR 113 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals I | 3 |
| MAC 156 | Mechanisms I | 3 |
| MEC 161 | Basic Fluid Mechanics - Hydraulics/Pneumatics | 4 |
| MTH 161 | Precalculus I | 3 |
| SDV | Student Development | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CAD 140 | Technical Drawing | 3 |
| ENG 111 or ENG 115 | College Composition I or Technical Writing | 3 |
| IND 181 | World Class Manufacturing I | 3 |
| MTH 162 | Precalculus II | 3 |
| General Education Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| EGR 121 | Foundations of Engineering | 2 |
| IND 165 | Principles of Industrial Technology I | 4 |
| MEC 111 | Materials for Industry | 3 |
| Literature/Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| IND 251 | Automated Manufacturing Systems I | 3 |
| MEC 112 | Processes of Industry | 3 |
| PHY 100 or PHY 201 | Elements of Physics or General College Physics I | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Introductory Chemistry I | ||
| Engineering Economics | ||
| Spreadsheet Software | ||
| Parametric Solid Modeling I | ||
| Credit Hours | 16-17 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 62-63 | |
Applied Mechatronics I
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
Purpose: To provide a broad overview of the major areas involved in the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing facility, including leadership, process improvement, financial management, and information systems. The completed career studies certificate will provide a foundation for those students seeking further study in the area of manufacturing management.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 123 | Electrical Applications I | 2 |
| ETR 113 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals I | 3 |
| MAC 156 | Mechanisms I | 3 |
| MEC 161 | Basic Fluid Mechanics - Hydraulics/Pneumatics | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Basic Technical Mathematics | ||
or MTH 161 | Precalculus I | |
| SDV | Student Development | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours | 16 | |
Applied Manufacturing Technician
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
Purpose: To provide a basic understanding of manufacturing methods and processes with emphasis on problem solving and process improvement. The completed career studies certificate will provide a foundation for students seeking to enhance their skills in advanced manufacturing.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| CAD 161 | Blueprint Reading I | 2 |
| or CAD 140 | Technical Drawing | |
| IND 165 | Principles of Industrial Technology I | 4 |
| IND 181 | World Class Manufacturing I | 3 |
| IND 251 | Automated Manufacturing Systems I | 3 |
| MEC 111 | Materials for Industry | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | |
Mechatronics I
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/advanced-manufacturing/
Purpose: To provide the student with a basic understanding of electrical and mechanical operations. Included is foundational math instruction. This career studies certificate prepares students for entry level positions in industrial maintenance.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 123 | Electrical Applications I | 2 |
| ETR 113 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals I | 3 |
| MAC 156 | Mechanisms I | 3 |
| MEC 161 | Basic Fluid Mechanics - Hydraulics/Pneumatics | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Basic Technical Mathematics | ||
or MTH 161 | Precalculus I | |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | |
Manufacturing Engineering Technician I
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/advanced-manufacturing/
Purpose: To provide a basic understanding of manufacturing methods and processes with emphasis on problem solving and process improvement. The completed career studies certificate will provide a foundation for students seeking to enhance their skills in advanced manufacturing.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| CAD 161 | Blueprint Reading I | 2-3 |
| or CAD 140 | Technical Drawing | |
| IND 181 | World Class Manufacturing I | 3 |
| IND 165 | Principles of Industrial Technology I | 4 |
| MEC 111 | Materials for Industry | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 15-16 | |
Manufacturing Engineering Technician II
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/advanced-manufacturing/
Purpose: To provide an in depth understanding of major areas involved in day to day operations of a manufacturing facility including leadership, communication, troubleshooting, and financial management. The completed career studies certificate will enhance students’ skills in advanced manufacturing.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CAD 241 | Parametric Solid Modeling I | 3 |
| EGR 206 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| IND 251 | Automated Manufacturing Systems I | 3 |
| MEC 112 | Processes of Industry | 3 |
| PHY 100 | Elements of Physics | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours | 16 | |