Manufacturing Technology A.A.S. Degree

MFG A.A.S. Degree Courses

Preferred Course Sequence

Semester I Cr Hrs
IMT-120 Industrial Safety

This course offers lecture/lab experiences that provide the student a solid foundation for continued study of Industrial Maintenance. Topics include a wide variety of safety and regulatory compliance sessions such as: First Aid, CPR, Electrical Safety, and Lock-out/Tag-out. OSHA and EPA regulations are also covered, as well as awareness of Environmental Safety and Health issues. 

 
3-3-0
BUS-110 Principles of Business

This course provides a survey of business in the United States and also global considerations, including its background,functions, objectives, ethics and opportunities for careers. Various aspects of business will be covered: marketing,management, human resources, production, accounting, finance, administrative services, technology, computerization of the workplace, regulations, international trade and the impact of e-commerce on businesses around the globe.

 
3-3-0
ENG-101 Composition I

English 101 introduces students to college-level writing and thinking through personal narrative, analytical, and research-supported writing. The processes of critical thinking, composing, revising, and editing are emphasized.  Students will learn basic research skills and documentation techniques.

 Prerequisite: Grade of NC or better in ENG 050 or satisfactory score on English placement assessment.
3-3-0

Related Elective - 3-4 hours

Related Elective - 4 hours

Total Semester Hours: 15-16
Semester II Cr Hrs
COM-105 Public Speaking

This is an introductory course in research, composition, delivery, and evaluation of speeches for a variety of purposes and occasions. Students will develop skills in critical listening and analysis through small group and individual activities.

 
3-3-0
MTH-125 Technical Math I

This course is designed to give students in technical programs a background in applied algebra and trigonometry. Topics include basic algebraic expressions, ratio and proportion, trigonometric functions, solving right and oblique triangles, linear and quadratic equations, volumes and surface areas, operations with polynomials, graphing, and number systems.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “NC” or better in MTH 070 (preferred), MTH 050 or MTH 055 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
PHY-105 Introduction to Physics

This course provides an introduction to basic physics. Students will apply the principles of mechanics, energy, waves, matter and atomic theory. Laboratory activities will give students the opportunity to demonstrate physics principles presented in lecture.  This course is designed for non-science majors.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MTH 110 or equivalent score on the Placement Test.
4-3-2

Related Elective - 4 hours

Related Elective - 4 hours

NOTE:  MTH 130 can be substituted for MTH 125.

 

Certificate Level I awarded with the completion of 33-34 hours

Total Semester Hours: 18
Semester III Cr Hrs

Social Science Elective (must satisfy Missouri law to include instruction in U.S. and State Constitutions) - 3 hours

Related Elective - 4 hours

Related Elective - 4 hours

Related Elective - 3-4 hours

Total Semester Hours: 14-15
Semester IV Cr Hrs
MFG-275 Manufacturing Capstone

This course provides the student the opportunity to apply skills, knowledge, and creativity to a variety of manufacturing related problems and scenarios. The specific course outline is tailored to the individual MFG degree student and may require participation in a capstone course from one of the programs that constitute the MFG degree or may involve a directed customized capstone experience. The student must consult with a department chair from one of the MFG programs to tailor the course content to the individual’s needs prior to enrolling.

 Prerequisite: 30 hours completed or including concurrent enrollment in MFG program specific courses and department chair consultation.
3-4 1-2 4
MFG-290 Co-operative Education/Internship

This course provides supervised work experience in the major fi eld, which provides the opportunity to make practical application of the knowledge and skills attained through coursework. An individualized instructional management plan determines goals to be accomplished. Seminars may also be required.

 Prerequisite: 30 hours completed or including concurrent enrollment in MFG program specific courses and department chair consultation.
1-3
TEC-285 Occupational Seminar

Instruction for this course includes career identification, self-assessment, resume’ development, preparation of cover letters, completion of applications for local jobs, learning the on-line employment application process, research of local companies, jobs available, and current salary ranges, job searching techniques and tools, interviewing skills, follow-up steps after the job interview and on-the-job performance expectations.

 Prerequisite: Minimum of 30 hours toward degree program or advisor’s approval.
1-1-0

Social Science Elective - 3 hours

Related Elective - 4 hours

Related Elective - 3-4 hours

 

AAS and Certificate Level I awarded with the completion of 62-68 hours

Total Semester Hours: 15-19
Semester V Cr Hrs
Semester VI Cr Hrs