Associate of Science in Manufacturing
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Mechanical Engineering also offers a two-year program leading to the Associate of Science in Manufacturing. This program is aimed at providing graduates with an understanding of the processes, problems, and overall environment of the manufaturing industry. The program consists primarily of courses common to the first two years of the institution's Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineeringprogram including targeted elective classes aimed at providing instruction in manufacturing processes, methods, and statistical analysis.
For a detailed policy regarding transfer credit for the Mechanical Engineering programs,
please see the Department of Mechanical Engineering page.
Curriculum
The matrix below is a sample plan for all coursework required for this program.
| Spring | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENGL 1023 Composition II 1 | 3 |
| PHYS 2114 Calculus-Based Physics I and PHYS 2000 Physics Laboratory I | 4 |
| MATH 2924 Calculus II | 4 |
| MCEG 1002 Engineering Graphics | 2 |
| MCEG 2023 Engineering Materials | 3 |
| Total Hours | 16 |
| Fall | Credits |
|---|---|
| MCEG 2013 Statics | 3 |
| STAT 3153 Applied Statistics | 3 |
| SFHS 1XXX Social Sciences/Fine Arts/Humanities/Communication Courses1 | 3 |
| FAH 1XXX Fine Arts and Humanities Courses 1 | 3 |
| USHG 1XXX U S HISTORY & GOVERNMENT 1 | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
1See appropriate alternatives or substitutions in "General Education Requirements".