Mechanical Engineering Technology - Design Major & Computer Aided Design Certificate (METD & METCAD)

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Mechanical Engineering Technology—Design Major (METD)

Students in the Mechanical Engineering Technology - Design Major learn to use the latest technology to design and manufacture devices and systems for consumer products, machine tools, and the automotive and aerospace industries.

The curriculum prepares students to solve real-world problems from concept to completion using logical thinking as well as computer software, including computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided engineering (CAE). 

The MET - Design Major is the traditional Mechanical Engineering Technology program. Graduates earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, and are well prepared to continue their education in a related engineering bachelor’s degree program.

For more information, please contact the Engineering and Information Technologies Division at (513) 569-1743.

To apply for this program at Cincinnati State, visit the Admissions section of the College website.

Mechanical Engineering Technology - Computer Aided Design Certificate (METCAD)

The Mechanical Engineer Technology - Computer Aided Design Certificate assists professionals who want to upgrade their skills, and also prepares new students for entry-level jobs in the field of computer-aided design (CAD).

While completing the certificate, students gain proficiency with the most popular CAD software packages used in industry, including AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, and NX.

For more information, please contact the Engineering and Information Technologies Division at (513) 569-1743.

To apply for this program at Cincinnati State, visit the Admissions section of the College website.

Mechanical Engineering Technology—Design Major (METD)

Semester 1LecLabCredits
MET 100Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Technology ( B) 122
MET 111Manufacturing Processes 1 ( B) 233
MET 131MET Computer Aided Drafting 1 ( B) 233
ENG 101English Composition 1 ( G) 303
FYE 1XX First Year Experience Elective (B)  101
MAT XXX Mathematics Elective 1 (G)  324
Semester 2  
MET 132MET Computer Aided Drafting 2 ( T) 233
MET 140Engineering Materials ( T) 223
MET 150Statics and Strength of Materials for MET ( T) 233
ENG 10X English Composition Elective (G)  303
MAT XXX Mathematics Elective 2 (B)  324
Semester 3  
MET 291Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Mechanical Engineering Technology ( T) 1402
Semester 4  
MET 240Hydraulics and Pneumatics ( T) 233
MET 250Machine Design ( T) 334
MET 285Mechanical Engineering Technology Capstone Project 1 ( T) 233
PHY 151Physics 1: Algebra and Trigonometry-Based ( G) 334
Semester 5  
MET 260Applied Thermodynamics ( T) 223
MET 270Kinematics ( T) 223
MET 290Mechanical Engineering Technology Capstone Project 2 ( T) 233
EET 101Electronic Fundamentals 1 ( T) 233
XXX XXX Arts/Humanities or Social/Behavioral Science Elective (G)  303
Semester 6  
MET 292Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Mechanical Engineering Technology ( T) 1402
Total Credits:  4712265

Electives

First Year Experience Elective
FYE 100College Success Strategies: Overview1
FYE 105College Success Strategies: Overview and Application2
FYE 110College Success Strategies: Practice and Application3
Mathematics Electives8
Take one of the following series:
Algebra and Trigonometry
and Functions and Calculus
Or
Calculus 1
and Calculus 2
English Composition Elective
ENG 102English Composition 2: Contemporary Issues3
ENG 104English Composition 2: Technical Communication3
ENG 105English Composition 2: Business Communication3
Arts/Humanities or Social/Behavioral Science Elective
Any course from CULT, ECO, GEO, HST, LBR, PHI, POL, PSY, SOC

Some courses are offered in alternative versions identified with a letter after the course number-- for example, ENG 101 and ENG 101A.

  • This curriculum displays only course numbers without the added letter.
  • The alternative version, when available, meets the requirements of the course version without the added letter.

The letters G, B, and T (displayed after course titles or elective descriptions) identify types of courses required by the Ohio Department of Higher Education as part of an associate’s degree curriculum. 

G = General Education course in this curriculum

B = Basic Skills course in this curriculum

T = Technical course in this curriculum

Mechanical Engineering Technology - Computer Aided Design Certificate (METCAD)

Semester 1LecLabCredits
MET 100Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Technology 122
MET 131MET Computer Aided Drafting 1 233
MAT 1XX Mathematics Elective  324
Semester 2  
MET 111Manufacturing Processes 1 233
MET 132MET Computer Aided Drafting 2 233
MET 140Engineering Materials 223
Total Credits:  121518

Electives 

Mathematics Elective
MAT 124Applied Algebra and Geometry4
MAT 125Algebra and Trigonometry4

Some courses are offered in alternative versions identified with a letter after the course number-- for example, ENG 101 and ENG 101A.

  • This curriculum displays only course numbers without the added letter.
  • The alternative version, when available, meets the requirements of the course version without the added letter.

Mechanical Engineering Technology (METD, METM)

  • Students will have the ability to conduct standard tests and measurements, and to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments.
  • Students will have an ability to function effectively as a team member of a design or manufacturing team.
  • Students will have the ability to design mechanical systems, components, or processes to solve engineering technology problems.
  • Students will have the ability to identify, analyze, and solve narrowly defined mechanical engineering technology problems.
  • Students will have the ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in technical environments.
  • Students will demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Courses

MET 100 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

An orientation to the Mechanical Engineering Technology program and the profession. Topics include: computers and software used in the profession, career opportunities, professional skills, and preparation for cooperative education.
Prerequisites: Placement into ENG 101A, and MAT 124 or appropriate Math placement

MET 111 Manufacturing Processes 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

An introduction to machining and fabrication. Topics include: measuring techniques, manual and computer numerical controlled metal removal processes, machine operations, and materials considerations.
Prerequisites: Placement into ENG 101A, and MAT 124 or appropriate Math placement

Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved

MET 112 Manufacturing Processes 2
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A continuation of MET 111. Topics include: CNC programming of complex parts on two-axis mills and lathes, and CNC control.
Prerequisites: MET 111 (minimum grade C), and MET 131, and MAT 124 or MAT 125, or appropriate placement

MET 113 Manufacturing Processes 3
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A continuation of MET 112. Topics include: CAM simulation, machining processes, prototyping techniques, and using CAD/CAM software to create programs for producing components on CNC machines.
Prerequisites: MET 112 (minimum grade C)

MET 131 MET Computer Aided Drafting 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

An introduction to mechanical drafting and computer aided drafting. Topics include: geometric construction, orthographic projection, dimensioning, section views, and auxiliary views.
Prerequisites: Placement into ENG 101A, and MAT 124 or appropriate Math placement

Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved

MET 132 MET Computer Aided Drafting 2
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A continuation of MET 131. Topics include: 3D modeling, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and creating assembly models.
Prerequisites: MET 131 (minimum grade C)

Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved

MET 140 Engineering Materials
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on the materials used in designing and manufacturing machinery and products. Topics include: steel and non-ferrous metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. Students use the materials testing laboratory to study physical and mechanical properties of materials.
Prerequisites: MET 111 and MAT 124, or appropriate placement

Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved

MET 150 Statics and Strength of Materials for MET
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on analyzing forces that occur within machine and structural elements subjected to various types of loads. Topics include: vector analysis, free body diagrams, individual stresses, and combined stresses.
Prerequisites: MAT 124 or MAT 125 or appropriate placement

MET 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Mechanical Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 100

MET 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: Mechanical Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 191

MET 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: Mechanical Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 192

MET 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: Mechanical Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fourth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 193

MET 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: Mechanical Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fifth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 194

MET 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: Mechanical Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their sixth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 195

MET 215 Advanced and Additive Manufacturing
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on innovative manufacturing techniques and tools used in industry today. Topics include additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, laser scanning, laser cutting, and reverse engineering.
Prerequisites: MET 112 and MET 132

MET 230 Quality Control and Six Sigma
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on modern quality methods used in manufacturing. Topics include: data collection, statistical process control, continuous improvement, and the reduction of product defects through the six-sigma process.
Prerequisites: MET 150

MET 240 Hydraulics and Pneumatics
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on applied fluid power systems. Topics include: fluid transport, power systems components and circuits, relay logic, and ladder diagrams. Students design, build, and operate hydraulic and pneumatic circuits in the laboratory.
Prerequisites: MET 150

MET 250 Machine Design
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on applying principles of engineering mechanics and strength of materials to the analysis and selection of mechanical components. Topics include: combined stresses, failure theories, shaft components, shaft design, and fasteners.
Prerequisites: MET 140 and MET 150 (minimum grade C for both)

MET 260 Applied Thermodynamics
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course in the engineering study of energy. Topics include: first and second laws of thermodynamics, general energy equation, Mollier diagrams, ideal cycles, steam generation and turbines, and refrigeration.
Prerequisites: MET 150 and MAT 124, or appropriate placement

MET 270 Kinematics
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on analyzing mechanisms. Topics include: linear and angular displacement, velocity, acceleration, mass moment of inertia, and dynamic balance. Students use computer simulation software to analyze machine motions and forces.
Prerequisites: MET 150 and PHY 151

MET 285 Mechanical Engineering Technology Capstone Project 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

Students participate in a team design project. Topics include: feasibility study, design concepts, detail and assembly drawings, bill of materials, commercial and fabricated parts, vendors, costs, and manufacturing.
Prerequisites: MET 111 and MET 132 and MET 140 and MET 150 (minimum grade C for all)

MET 290 Mechanical Engineering Technology Capstone Project 2
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A continuation of MET 285. Students manufacture, assemble, and test the product designed in MET 285, and prepare a presentation on the complete design process.
Prerequisites: MET 285

MET 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Mechanical Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 100

MET 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Mechanical Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 291

MET 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: Mechanical Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 292

MET 294 Internship 1: Mechanical Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 100

MET 295 Internship 2: Mechanical Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: MET 294

Faculty

Program Chair/Advisor

Michael DeVore, PhD, PE
michael.devore@cincinnatistate.edu

Co-op Coordinator

Brian Hooten, MAOL
brian.hooten@cincinnatistate.edu

Engineering and Information Technologies Division Advising

Call (513) 569-1743 or Text (513) 569-1600