laboratory and project oriented experiences that teach the practical, hands-on aspects of mechanical engineering technology. A balanced blend of engineering science and practical applications provides the mechanical engineering technologist the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in today's technical workplace. Mechanical engineering technology has lead to numerous opportunities for exciting, creative and rewarding careers in a wide range of industries including aerospace, automotive, electronics, manufacturing, medical equipment, mining and power generation. Mechanical Engineering Technology associate of applied science degree (aas) » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in MET courses and support courses is required (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable) in addition to an overall GPA for all courses of 2.00 or higher. Also refer to the general grade requirements for graduation on page 37. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 64 credits is required, 20 of which are within the Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology Department. Transfer students are required to take a minimum of 30 credit hours at Weber State University. » Assessment Requirements: Students will be required to complete certain assessment instruments as part of the overall requirements for receiving their associate's degree. Please see your advisor or your department for specific information regarding assessment. Advisement All Mechanical Engineering Technology students are required to meet with their faculty advisor at least annually for course and program advisement. Please call the department secretary at 801-626- 6305 for the name of your advisor and to schedule an appointment. Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (see page 18). There are no special admission or application requirements for this program. General Education Refer to pages 38-43 for Associate of Applied Science requirements. Computer & Iriformation Literacy as defined in this catalog is also required for the AAS degree. Consult with your advisor for specific general education guidelines. Course Requirements for the AAS Degree MET Core and Support Courses Required (49 credit hours) MET 1000 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Technology & Design (3) MET 1500 Mechanical Design Engineering (3) MET 2500 Modern Engineering Technologies (3) MFET 2300 Statics and Strength of Materials (5) MFET 2360 Manufacturing Processes (3) CEET 1850 Industrial Electronics (4) CHEM PS/SI1110 Elementary Chemistry (5) DGET 1060 Fundamentals of Drafting Using 3D CAD (3) Computer and Inf ormation Literacy (2) MATH QL1080 Precalculus (5) MATH SI1210 Calculus I (4) MATH 1220 Calculus II (4) PHYS PS/SI2210/L Physics for Scientists Sc Engineers (w/lab) (5) Other General Education Support Courses Required (15 credit hours) COMM HU2110 Interpersonal Communication (3) ENGL EN1010 Introductory College Writing (3) ENGL EN2010 Intermediate College Writing (3) ECON SSI010 Economics as a Social Science (3) Gen Ed Creative Arts Elective (3) Suggested Course Sequence Please refer to this program in the online catalog (weber.edu/catalog) and/or contact the department for a suggested course sequence. MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE (BS) » Program Prerequisite: Complete the requirements for the AAS Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology. » Minor: Not Required. » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in all MET courses, support courses and technical electives is required for this major (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable) in addition to an overall GPA for all courses of 2.00 or higher. Also refer to the general grade requirements for graduation on page 37. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 127 credit hours is required for graduation, 57 of which are within the Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology Department. A total of 42 upper division credits is also required (courses numbered 3000 and above), 39 of which are within the Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology Department. Transfer students are required to take a minimum of 30 credit hours at Weber State University. » Assessment Requirement: Students will be required to complete certain assessment instruments as part of the overall requirements for receiving their bachelor's degree. Please see your advisor or your department for specific information regarding assessment. Advisement All Mechanical Engineering Technology students are required to meet with their faculty advisor at least annually for course and program advisement. Please call the department secretary at 801-626- 6305 for the name of your advisor and to schedule an appointment. Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (see page 18). Refer to the Program Prerequisite listed on the previous page. There are no additional special admission or application requirements for this program. General Education Refer to pages 37-43 for Bachelor of Science requirements. Consult with your advisor for specific general education guidelines. Course Requirements for BS Degree To be taken in addition to the courses required for the AAS Mechanical Engineering Technology Mechanical Engir eering Technology Courses Required (33 credit hours) MET 3050 Dynamics (3) MET 3150 Engineering Technology Materials (3) MET 3300 Computer Programming Applications of MET (3) MET 3400 Machine Design (3) MET 3500 Mechanical Measurements & Instrumentation (3) MET 3700 Testing and Failure Analysis (3) MET 4200 Mechanical Design with FEA (3) MET 4500, 4510 Senior Project (6) MET 4650 Thermal-fluid Sciences (5) MET 4990 Seminar in MET (1) Support Courses Required (9 credit hours) MFET 1210 Machining Principles Lecture/Lab I (3) MFET 3340/L Applied Fluid Power (3) TBE 3250 Business Communications (3) or ENGL 3100 Professional Sc Technical Writing (3) Weber State University 2009-2010 Catalog