MAT-AUTOMATION & MANUFACTURING

MAT 101. Introduction to Automation - 3 cr.

This course will introduce the students to the world of manufacturing from business to production and from raw material to finished goods. Students will be exposed to various manufacturing industries making various products around the world. Course will include historical and present trends.

MAT 105. Introduction to Manufacturing - 3 cr. (2P)

Introduction to manufacturing evolution from basic assembly process to modern automated processes. Covers history, employability, soft skills, quality measurements, teamwork concept, production requirements, and considerations in plan layout and design. Minimum math proficiency of CCDM 114 required or math placement into MATH 120 or higher. Restricted to: Community Colleges only. Crosslisted with: AERT 112

MAT 106. Applied Manufacturing Practices - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Use of measuring tools in manufacturing process and quality control. These tools include: vernier and digital micrometers, calipers, height gauges, hole gauges, pin gauges, electrical pressure/flow, temperature measuring, stress/strain measurements, and non-destructive testing (eddy currents, magnetic particle, ultrasonic, bubble emission, x-ray, Gamma ray, radiography, visual inspection, ring test, taping & Zyglo). Instruction to use of coordinate machine while covering the safety issues that pertains to these types of tools and equipment. Crosslisted with: AERT 114

MAT 107. Computer Integrated Manufacturing - 3 cr. (2+3P)

Applies principles of robotics and automation to Computer Aided Design (CAD) design. The course builds on computer solid modeling skills developed in Introduction to Engineering Design, and Design and Drawing Production. Students use Computer Numerical Control (CNC) equipment to produce actual models of their three-dimensional designs. Fundamental concepts of robotics used in automated manufacturing, and design analysis are included. Restricted to: Community Colleges only.

MAT 108. Metrology, Safety and Quality Control for Manufacturing - 3 cr. (1P)

Course will illustrate how various products are manufactured along with associated process. Mechanical behavior such as bending, cold worked, strained, work hardened, & heat transfer will be emphasized as well. In lab, students will learn how to make selected products starting from prints to complete projects including quality control. Restricted to: Community College campuses only.

MAT 110. Machine Operation and Safety - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Introduction to the operation and safety aspects of various types of machinery and equipment, including both mechanical and electrical machines, Rigid Tubing, and Flexible Lines. Maintenance and safety operation of industrial equipment will also be covered. Restricted to: Community Colleges only. Crosslisted with: AERT 115

MAT 115. Print Reading for Industry - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Reading, interpretation, and revisions of industrial technical drawings common to manufacturing, Aerospace, machine parts, electrical, hydraulic, and Pneumatic drawings. Interpretation of engineering drawings and related shop calculations. Introduction Restricted to: Community Colleges only. Crosslisted with: AERT 113

MAT 125. Industrial Electricity Maintenance - 4 cr. (3+3P)

Electrical safety rules, DC, AC, and solid state circuits, use and care of common measuring instrumentation, schematic and wiring diagrams, electromagnetism, National Electric Code branch circuits. Relationship between motor power, speed, and torque, basic application of relay circuits, motor control circuits, inductance and capacitance factors, transformers, solid state devices and applications, digital devices and controls. Prerequisite: OETS 118 or CCDM 114, or consent of instructor.

MAT 130. Applied Industrial Electricity I - 4 cr. (3+3P)

Electrical safety, AC and DC circuits, use and care of common measuring instrumentation, schematic and wiring diagrams, electromagnetism, National Electric Code branch circuits. Prerequisite: ELT 120 or OETS 118 and consent of instructor.

MAT 135. Applied Industrial Electricity II - 4 cr. (3+3P)

Relationship between motor power, speed, and torque, basic application of relay circuits, motor control circuits, inductance and capacitance factors, transformers, solid state devices circuits and applications. Prerequisite: MAT 130.

MAT 140. Industrial Digital Devices - 4 cr. (3+3P)

Digital techniques, practical applications of number systems, basic logic gates, Boolean algebra, combination circuits, tri-state logic, latches and flip-flops, counters and registers, and digital position encoders. Prerequisite: MAT 130 or consent of instructor.

MAT 145. Electromechanical Systems for Non-Majors - 4 cr. (3+3P)

Electromechanical system interfacing. Principles and applications of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures on automated industrial production machines using system technical and maintenance manuals to develop troubleshooting procedures using systems block and schematic diagrams. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

MAT 151. Introduction to Metalworking I - 3 cr. (4+2P)

Measuring instruments, including steel rules, combination and transfer tools, micrometers, vernier instruments, bevel instruments, and indicators. Shop safety and first aid, introduction to cutting fluids, saws and sawing, and drill presses. Prerequisite: OETS 118 or concurrent enrollment.

MAT 152. Introduction to Metalworking II - 3 cr. (4+2P)

Gage blocks and sine bars, cutting and noncutting hand tools, engine lathes, grinding machines, and concepts of numerical control. Prerequisites: MAT 115, MAT 151, and OETS 118.

MAT 153. Basic Machining Technology I - 5 cr. (6+2P)

Introduction to EDM, saws and sawing practices, and various lathe operations. Prerequisite: MAT 152.

MAT 154. Basic Machining Technology II - 5 cr. (6+3P)

Metallurgy for machinists and computer programming relating to NC and CNC. Prerequisite: MAT 153.

MAT 180. Applied Industrial Chemistry for Technicians - 4 cr. (3+3P)

Basic concepts of chemistry and their roles in industrial processes. Includes classification and structure of matter, identification of types of chemical reactions and their general industrial applications. General principles of laboratory and industrial safety emphasized. Prerequisite: ELT 120 or equivalent math course.

MAT 190. Physics for Technicians - 4 cr. (3+3P)

Basic concepts of physics and their application to technology including force, work, rate, momentum, resistance, energy, power, waves, radiation, and optics. Prerequisite: ELT 120 or equivalent math course.

MAT 205. Statistical Controls for Manufacturing Technicians - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Use of hardware and software for quality assurance to include the design of experiments, sampling techniques, SPC, control chart application and development, and process reliability. Prerequisite: ELT 120 or equivalent.

MAT 220. Vacuum Technology - 2 cr. (2+1P)

Vacuum technology and vacuum systems and their applications in the manufacturing industry. Includes gas laws, operation and applications of vacuum pumps, gauges, valves and system leak detection. Prerequisite: ELT 120. Corequisite: MAT 240 or consent of instructor.

MAT 221. Cooperative Experience I - 1-6 cr.

Supervised cooperative work program. Student is employed in an approved occupation and rated by employer and instructor. Student meets in a weekly class. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Graded S/U.

MAT 222. Cooperative Experience II - 1-6 cr.

Continuation of MAT 221. Maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Graded S/U.

MAT 230. Power RF - 2 cr. (2+1P)

RF plasma energy and its applications in the manufacturing industry. Includes plasma physics, safety, RF applications, RF generators, transmission lines, and RF interference. Prerequisites: ELT 135 and ELT 205. Corequisite: MAT 220 or consent of instructor.

MAT 234. Industrial Electricity Maintenance - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Introduction into electrical systems, theory and uses for the different types of motors used in the industry and related industrial safety practices. DC, AC stepper and servo motors, motor speed and torque, motor performance, and efficiency, motor control fundamentals using variable frequency drives, vector controls, servo and stepper drives. Community Colleges Only. Prerequisites: All ELT 100 level courses in electronics technology or consent of instructor.

MAT 235. Programmable Logic Controllers Pneumatics - 4 cr. (3+3P)

Introduction to theory and application of pneumatic power transfer and control. Programmable logic controllers (PLC s) introduced as controlling elements for electropneumatic systems. Prerequisite: MAT 125 or MAT 130 or consent of instructor.

MAT 240. Electromechanical Devices - 4 cr. (2+4P)

Theory and application of electromechanical devices and digital control circuits. Includes AD and DA converters, pneumatics, hydraulics, programmable logic controllers, DC, AC, and stepper motors, and servomechanisms. Prerequisite(s): MAT 160 and (MAT 105 or (MAT 110 & MAT 135)).Restricted to: Community Colleges only. Crosslisted with: AERT 211

MAT 243. Industrial Mechanical Elements - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Introduction to mechanical systems, theory, characteristics and uses for the different types of mechanical power transmission systems used in the industry, and related industrial safety practices. Topics include: safety, drives, shafts, maintenance and lubrication.

MAT 245. Electromechanical Systems - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Electromechanical system interfacing. Principles and applications of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures on industrial production machines using system technical and maintenance manuals to develop troubleshooting procedures using systems block and schematic diagrams. Pre/Corequisite(s): AERT 211 or MAT 240.Restricted to: Community Colleges only. Crosslisted with: AERT 222

MAT 250. Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology I - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Contemporary processes, materials and equipment used in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Emphasizes wafer preparation, contamination control, oxidation, diffusion, and thin films. Prerequisites: ELT 205 and ELT 160. Corequisite: MAT 230.

MAT 251. Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology II - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Students continue to explore processes, materials, and equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing. Covers ion implantation, photo-lithography and etch. Prerequisite: MAT 250. Corequisite: MAT 220.

MAT 255. Special Problems in Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology - 1-6 cr.

Individual studies in areas directly related to semiconductor manufacturing. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

MAT 265. Special Topics - 1-6 cr.

Course subtitled in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.