MAN Series Course Descriptions
MAN-30 - Material Handling
UC
Prerequisite: None
A course in the storage and movement of raw materials, component parts and assemblies through the manufacturing process. Focus will be on plant layout, workflow analysis and flexible manufacturing requirements to optimize the flow of materials in manufacturing. Automated systems of material handling such as automated guided vehicles, robots and conveyors will be discussed. 54 hours lecture.
3 Units
MAN-31 - Production Planning, Operating and Control
UC
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: MAN-30 recommended
A course studying the part of a manufacturing organization that actually produces the organization's product(s). Course includes flexible manufacturing, inventory control, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRPII) and world class manufacturing requirements. 54 hours lecture.
3 Units
MAN-47A - Statistical Process Control
UC (Same as ENE-47A)
Prerequisite: None
A course presenting the basic elements of Statistical Process Control in manufacturing and industries.This course will give an overview of the statistical methods used to measure a process and determine if the process is in control or needs attention to bring into control. 54 hours lecture.
3 Units
MAN-47B - Advanced Statistical Process Control
UC (Same as ENE-47B)
Prerequisite: ENE-47A, MAN-47A
A study of advanced applications and use of Statistical Process Control in manufacturing and engineering. This course will provide an in-depth analysis of how statistics are used in a variety of industries to solve problems and control processes. Special applications will be covered and significant use of computer analysis is included. 54 hours lecture.
3 Units
MAN-48 - Manufacturing Quality Management
UC
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: MAG-46 and MAN-47 recommended
The application of the principles and concepts of Total Quality Management in a manufacturing environment, including Quality Function Deployment and Continuous Process Improvement. Uses problem solving techniques such as SPC, Team Skills and group discussion to arrive at consensus. 54 hours lecture.
3 Units
MAN-49 - Problem Solving in Manufacturing
UC
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: MAN-47 recommended
An in-depth application of scientific problem solving and decision making principles as they relate to manufacturing and Continuous Process Improvement. Pareto, run, and check starts, cause and effect and scatter diagrams are used with force field analysis, brainstorming and nominal group technique to solve problems and make decisions. 54 hours lecture.
3 Units
MAN-51 - Machine Processes
UC (Same as MAC 51)
Prerequisite: None
Basic machine tools, industrial safety, metrology, machinability of common industrial materials and alloys. The theory and practice of basic machine equipment with an emphasis on lathe operations (turning) and milling operations. An overview of numerical control machining is given. 27 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.
3 Units
MAN-52 - Fundamentals of Computer-Aided Manufacturing
Prerequisite: None
A course in computer-aided manufacture of parts and assemblies using MasterCam software. Applications of Numerical Control (NC) programming in machine processes with a focus on turning centers and milling operations. This course allows the student the opportunity to fabricate parts using computer interfaces with machining operations. May be taken a total of two times. 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
4 Units
MAN-54 - Manufacturing Measurement
Prerequisite: None
A course in the appropriate selection and use of basic measurement tools, techniques and devices. Included are direct and calculated measurements with precision, non-precision and calibration of direct reading instruments typically found in manufacturing processes. Linear and radial measurements are included in both metric and U.S. customary units. 27 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.
2 Units
MAN-56 - CNC Machine Set-up and Operation
(Same as MAC-56)
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to teach the fundamental skills related to the setup and operation of CNC (Computer Numerically Control) machine tools. Students will setup and operate CNC machine tools exposing them to CNC controllers and some CNC manual programming. Students will gain hands-on experience with CNC machine tools. May be taken a total of three times. 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
3 Units
MAN-57 - CNC Program Writing
(Same as MAC-57)
Prerequisite: None
This course is an introductory course for manual CNC program writing. This course includes the Cartesian coordinate system, absolute/incremental programming, circular interpolation, cutter radius compensation, canned cycles, and other programming techniques related to CNC machine tools. Students will gain hands-on experience with CNC machine tools. 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
3 Units
MAN-58 - Quality Assurance
(Same as MAC-58)
Prerequisite: None
A course in quality assurance procedures which will allow detection then prevention of defects in any manufacturing process. Includes metrology, gauge R & R, inspection and prevention systems. Overview of Quality Assurance requirements of ISO 9000. 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
3 Units
MAN-60 - Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
Prerequisite: None
Basics of hydraulic and pneumatic systems including physical properties of liquids under pressure. Pumps, motors, accumulators, valves and cylinders are studied. The design and assembly of both high and low pressure fluid control systems from standard components is experienced. Application of fluids in robotic and macatronic systems is presented. 18 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
2 Units
MAN-62 - Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Machine Shop is recommended
A course studying the use of a computer system to integrate a manufacturing enterprise. Applications of CIM in automation, production analysis and development of improved productivity through information sharing. 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
3 Units
MAN-64 - Programmable Logic Controllers
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Recommend ELE-10 or 21
Fundamentals of programmable logic controllers, with an emphasis on introductory programming of PCLs. Problem analysis with solutions that integrate programming formats, auxiliary commands and functions, common programming languages and popular software programs used with PLCs. Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair are inherent components. 18 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
2 Units
MAN-65 - Mechanical Systems
Prerequisite: None
Detailed examination of the fundamental relationships between force and motion. Also covers broad relationships that apply to all mechanical equipment, including lubrication, bearings, drives and assemblies. Maintenance, servicing and repair of mechanical systems is also covered. 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
3 Units
MAN-70 - Manufacturing Methods
(Same as ENE-70)
Prerequisite: None
Deming's manufacturing improvement techniques are studied along with his 14 points for improving manufacturing and engineering processes, seven deadly diseases, and other philosophies. The course focuses on practical applications of Deming as used in industry today. 54 hours lecture.
3 Units
MAN-71 - Supplier Improvement
(Same as ENE-71)
Prerequisite: None
A study of the supplier improvement process with an emphasis on evaluation to establish supplier capability. Supplier Quality Improvement Teams are defined and studied, as well as the interfaces between Purchasing, QA, and Engineering with the supplier when the eventual goal is supplier certification. 54 hours lecture.
3 Units
MAN-75A - Robotic Systems
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: MAT-36 or ENE-60 recommended
The application of numerical control programming to perform multiple manufacturing process operations by positioning tools, material and robots for machining, assembly and inspection. Live robots will be programmed and used to complete automated manufacturing and assembly of simple products. subsequent enrollment in an additional semester will provide the student with additional skill and competency within the subject area. May be taken a total of two times. 36 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.
4 Units
MAN-75B - Advanced Robotic Systems
Prerequisite: MAN-75A
The operation of multiple robots and numerically controlled systems to perform simultaneous manufacturing processes. The development of a robot assisted automated manufacturing process is included. Subsequent enrollment in additional semesters will provide the student with additional skill and competency within the subject area. May be taken a total of three times. 36 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.
4 Units
MAN-76 - Automated Systems Lab
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: MAN-75A recommended
The development and construction of interfaced systems including robots, NC machines, PLCs and manufacturing processes used to produce and assemble simple and complex parts. Subsequent enrollment in additional semesters will provide the student with additional skill and competency within the subject area. May be taken a total of four times. 54 hours laboratory.
1 Unit
MAN-81 - Inventory Control
(Same as BUS-81)
Prerequisite: None
Review of the concepts and techniques available for planning and controlling inventories. 27 hours lecture.
1.5 Units
MAN-82 - Fundamentals of Operations Management
Prerequisite: None
This course deals with priority and capacity management through the use of material requirements planning (MRP), capacity management, capacity requirements planning (CRP), production activity control (PAC), and Just-In-Time (JIT). 36 hours lecture.
2 Units
MAN-83 - Fundamentals of Operations Management
Prerequisite: None
This course is concerned with the design of processes to produce goods and services and the operation of those processes. It discusses the relationships within the company environment, particularly with marketing and product design. Topics covered include facilities planning, total quality management (TQM), cost analysis, project planning, and operations resource management. 36 hours lecture.
2 Units
MAN-84 - Fundamentals of Materials and Operations Planning
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces the principles of effective materials and operations planning. The course presents the concepts of planning at each level, from strategic to tactical. Students learn the essential elements of effective planning. 36 hours lecture.
2 Units
MAN-92A - Manufacturing Problem Solving
Prerequisite: None
An in-depth application of scientific problem solving in relation to manufacturing and Continuous Process Improvement. Pareto, run and check starts, cause and effect and scatter diagrams are used with brainstorming and nominal group techniques.
2 Units
MAN-92B - Manufacturing Teamwork and Communication
Prerequisite: None
A course in the team concepts used in industries to support world class manufacturing. This course presents the procedures to work effectively as self directed work teams using informal written and oral communication. 36 hours lecture.
2 Units