MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

The Mechanical Engineering Technology Program prepares students to assume responsible positions in drafting, CADD,CMM, geometric tolerancing, manufacturingprocesses, material testing, fluid power, heatpower, refrigeration, stress analysis, machinedesign and instrumentation.

Degree: Associate in Applied ScienceHEGIS Code: 5315Curriculum Code: 0493Campus Location: NorthEngineering & Technologies DivisionPre-Admission Recommendations:Math I, Math II, Math IIIRecommended H.S. Courses and/or Experiences: Chemistry, PhysicsCareer Opportunities/Further Education: To assume positions as a mechanical technician or continue their education toward a bachelor’s degree

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

The demand for trained mechanical engineeringtechnicians, knowledgeable in both the theory andapplication of engineering principles, continues togrow. These professionals serve as the link betweenengineers and craftsmen, and the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program provides theirfoundation.

The objective of the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program is to train professionals capableof assuming responsible positions in drafting,CADD, CMM, geometric tolerancing, manufactur-ing processes, material testing, fluid power, heatpower, refrigeration, stress analysis, machine designand instrumentation as well as being able to pursuetheir education toward a bachelor's degree.

Comprehensive in nature, the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program offers an in-depthstudy of mechanical engineering technology courses

as well as liberal arts and social science courses. Analytical mechanics, strength of materials, fluid mechanics, applied thermodynamics and electricityfor mechanical equipment are among the subjectscovered in the curriculum. The Mechanical Engineering Technology courses are enriched withlaboratory experiences. The program is completedwith composition, literature, ethics and social sciencecourses, which help students to better communicateand to participate in meaningful interpersonal relationships.

Graduates of the program either assume positions as amechanical technician or continue their educationstoward a bachelor or advanced degree in engineer-ing or technology. Graduates of this program are ca-pable of taking certificate exams such as the National Institute for Engineering Technicians examand exams offered by the Society of ManufacturingEngineers.

Program Description

Special Admission Requirements/PrerequisitesMET first-year students must have been placed at MT 126/MT122 or higher math courses. Students with low math scores arerequired to start a MET pre-engineering program. This programwill provide them with additional courses and will prepare themfor the regular MET Program. The pre-engineering students willbe placed immediately in the regular MET Program once theyregister in MT 126 or MT 122.

Course Sequence Options and Electives

Math Sequence Options:Any of the following sequences are allowed with approval of theunit coordinator:MT 126 , MT 180; orMT 122 , MT 180; orMT 180, MT 181 for those who intend to continue their education

Science Sequence Options:Students are encouraged to take both PH 262/PH 263 and CH140 /CH 141 courses.PH 260 /PH 261; orPH 280 /PH 281 for those who intend to continue their education

English Sequence Options:EN 110 and EN 111

Social Science Electives:Only one elective from the following list is required.EC 100EC 104GO 101HI 101 -HI 104PS 100 SO 100

Internships/Co-opsInternships/co-ops are often available from local companies.These are unique opportunities for students to gain valuable ex-perience while in school and offer potential employment oppor-tunities with the company upon successful completion of aninternship/co-op program andgraduation. For more information,contact the department chair/adviser or call the SUNY Erie In-ternship office at 851-1546.

ScholarshipsVarious scholarships are available. Contact the department coor-dinator for more information.

AccreditationAccredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commis-sion (ETAC), at ABET, Inc., 415 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD21201, Phone: (410) 347-7700, E-mail: accreditation@ABET.org,Web site: http://www.ABET.org.

Program CompetenciesUpon graduation with an Associate in Applied Science degree inMechanical Engineering Technology, the graduate will be able to:• construct multi-view mechanical drawings;• create two and three-dimensional drawings using CAD;• apply geometric tolerancing and true positioning;• understand instrumentation and take measurements with instruments;

• understand engineering materials and utilize manufacturing processes;

• solve for analytical forces;• test materials using standard testing machines;• write technical reports;• use personal computers for problem solving;• solve problems in fluid and heat flow;• relate electricity to the operation of mechanical equipment;• design basic machine elements;• understand basic thermal machines and equipment includingrefrigeration systems; and

• understand basic hydraulic and pneumatic systems in power orcontrol applications.

SUNY Erie is committed to equal opportunity in educational programs, admissions and employment. It is the policy of SUNY Erie to provide equal opportunity for all qualified applicants, students and employees,and to prohibit discrimination. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), disability, sexual orientation,marital status or veteran status. Discrimination of this nature is unacceptable and impermissible conduct which will not be tolerated.

SUNY Erie deplores such conduct as an abuse of authority. Allegations leading to conviction can result in suspension or termination of employment. Related inquiries should be addressed to: Title IX, ADA and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator, 851-1119. 1/2018

CURRICULUMTotal Degree Credits: 64.0

Full-Time StudentsThe course sequence suggested in this brochure for full-time andpart-time students is just one approach to complete the program.Alternate course sequence completions may be suggested to METstudents based on their needs, backgrounds, course pre-requisite,and course availability.

First Year, Fall SemesterME 104 - Technical Drawing (2 cr)ME 114 - Analytical Mechanics (3 cr)ME 150 - Manufacturing Processes and Materials I (1 cr)ME 151 - Lab for ME 150 (1 cr)ME 160 - Introduction to Computer Concepts in MET (1 cr)ME 161 - Lab for ME 160 (1 cr)MT 122 - Technical Mathematics II (4 cr)MT 126 - College Mathematics II (4 cr)PH 260 - Technical Physics I (4 cr)PH 261 - Lab for PH 260 Credit Hours: Included in the (4 cr) for

PH 260

First Year, Spring SemesterME 200 - Manufacturing Process and Materials II (2 cr)ME 201 - Lab for ME 200 (1 cr)ME 250 - Computer Aided Drafting and Design (2 cr)ME 258 - Mechanics of Materials (3 cr)ME 259 - Lab for ME 258 (1 cr)EN 110 - College Composition (3 cr)MT 180 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics (4 cr)

Second Year, Fall SemesterME 260 - Instrumentation (2 cr)ME 261 - Lab for ME 260 (1 cr)ME 262 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (1 cr)ME 263 - Lab for ME 262 (1 cr)ME 270 - Fluid Mechanics (2 cr)ME 271 - Lab for ME 270 (1 cr)ME 272 - Applied Thermodynamics (3 cr)EN 111 - Composition and Interpretation of Literature (3 cr)______ Social Science Elective (3 cr)

(716) 851-1322 • www.ecc.edu

Second Year, Spring SemesterME 280 - Fluid Power (2 cr)ME 281 - Lab for ME 280 (1 cr)ME 282 - Heat, Power and Refrigeration (2 cr)ME 283 - Lab for ME 282 (1 cr)ME 288 - Basic Electricity for Mechanical Equipment (3 cr)ME 290 - Machine Design (2 cr)ME 291 - Lab for ME 290 (1 cr)ME 298 - Mechanical Engineering Technology Cooperative/

Internship (3 cr)

Part-Time StudentsPart-time students can take courses according to pre-requisitesand course sequence of full-time student schedule.

Pre-Mechanical (or Extended Program) SequencePre-mechanical courses are offered based on availability of instructor and number of interested students.

Evening coursesEvening courses are offered based on availability of instructors,and number of interested students.

For more information contact the department secretary at(716) 270-5290.