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Term 1
Course Number
Course Name
C - L - H
Hrs
Concentration
201-941-DW
Engineering Mathematics I
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course covers mathematic principles, including algebra, trigonometry, and matrices as they apply to the field of mechanical engineering.
241-102-DW
Introduction to CIM
2 - 2 - 1
60
Description:
This course covers the appropriate use of a computerized workstation and basic software applications necessary for documentation, analysis, and reports.
241-131-DW
Introduction to Mechanical Technology
4 - 0 - 1
60
Description:
This course examines the discipline of Mechanical Engineering Technology and the different types of occupations available to graduates. Field trips and guest speakers will complement instruction.
241-320-DW
Metrology
2 - 2 - 1
60
Description:
This course covers the use of basic measuring tools and inspection methods.
242-103-DW
Engineering Graphics
2 - 2 - 1
60
Description:
This is an introductory course in engineering graphics. Topics include orthographic views, isometric views, basic dimensioning, section views, auxiliary views, and scales. By the end of the course, the student will know how to read and understand basic mechanical drawings, and be able to produce basic mechanical drawings by hand.
270-103-DW
Engineering Materials
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course covers different materials and their mechanical properties when used in manufacturing processes. The different standards organizations, such as ASTM, SAE, ANSI, and CSA, will also be covered.
This course is intended to introduce the student to the engineering approach for the solution of equilibrium problems. Topics covered include: units and unit conversions, vectors and forces, moments and couples, equilibrium, structures, friction, centroids and centre of gravity, moment of inertia.
241-202-DW
Machine Tools I
2 - 5 - 2
105
Description:
This course covers basic lathe and milling machine operation and safety practices in the machine shop.
241-226-DW
CAD I
2 - 2 - 1
60
Description:
This course covers creating, interpreting, dimensioning, and plotting 2D orthographic drawings using AutoCAD software, and the application of ANSI drafting standards.
241-331-DW
Mechanical Components I
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course covers basic mechanical components and systems, and the engineering design principles behind them.
241-381-DW
Quality Control
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course covers controlling product quality, first off inspection, SPC/SQC, ISO 9000 standards, and inspection documentation.
241-433-DW *
Mechanical Components II
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
Building upon concepts learned in Mechanical Component I, this course explores the problem solving process; the selection of appropriate mechanical components for specific applications, and determining the effects of external forces applied to components. The strength of materials are also considered within the mechanical system.
270-213-DW
Heat Treatment
2 - 1 - 2
45
Description:
This course covers the heat treatment of both ferrous and non-ferrous materials, and the technical design considerations for different applications.
General Education
603-10x-DW
English 102 or 103
2 - 2 - 3
60
Please see the English Department's offering of courses for:
This course covers differential and integral calculus, in applications related to mechanical engineering.
241-303-DW
Machine Tools II
2 - 5 - 2
105
Description:
This course covers moderately complex machining operations on both lathes and milling machines, and assists the development of precision machining skills.
241-326-DW
CAD II
2 - 3 - 1
75
Description:
This course will further the students' knowledge of computer-aided drafting principles in a 2D and 3D environment using AutoCAD and Inventor software. Topics include: Detail and assembly drawings; generating a parts List; Accessing CAD Libraries and integrating online CAD resources into drawings; Choice of materials, surface textures, and machining processes; Dimensioning standards for manufacturing and inspection; Analysis of industrial drawings and identifying issues such as missing views/information.
270-341-DW
Manufacturing Processes
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course covers the various types of manufacturing processes, such as casting, forging, molding, cutting, welding and bonding.
General Education
603-10x-DW
English 102 or 103
2 - 2 - 3
60
Please see the English Department's offering of courses for:
This course will introduce the student to the engineering approach in solving kinematics and dynamics problems. Topics covered include: kinematics of linear and angular motion, motion in a plane, force and inertia, work, energy and power, conservation of momentum.
241-406-DW
Tooling Manufacturing
2 - 5 - 1
105
Description:
This course covers the techniques used to produce tooling, jigs and fixtures.
241-421-DW
CNC Operation
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course covers basic CNC machine tool operation, including controller operation, tool setting, and basic G and M code programming.
241-426-DW
CAD III
2 - 2 - 1
60
Description:
Topics addressed in this course include Fits and Tolerances, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and advanced CAD and manual drafting. The main focus of this course is the interrelationship of fitted parts.
241-433-DW
Mechanical Components II
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
Building upon concepts learned in Mechanical Component I, this course explores the problem solving process; the selection of appropriate mechanical components for specific applications, and determining the effects of external forces applied to components. The strength of materials are also considered within the mechanical system.
General Education
345-102-MQ
World Views
3 - 0 - 3
45
Please see the Humanities Department's offering of World Views (345-102-MQ) courses.
241-506-DW: Design Modifications This course covers the design modification of existing equipment. Teamwork, researching equivalent components and performing basic engineering analysis are also examined.
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Design Modifications in French
2 - 2 - 2
60
241-506-DW: Design Modifications This course covers the design modification of existing equipment. Teamwork, researching equivalent components and performing basic engineering analysis are also examined.
241-501-DW
Pneumatic Systems
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
This course covers the development of basic pneumatic and hydraulic circuits for industrial applications.
241-502-DW
Machine Design
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
This course covers the engineering design of machine components, housings and fasteners.
241-504-DW
Sheet Metal Design
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course covers sheet metal development using computer software.
241-506-DW *
Design Modifications
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course covers the design modification of existing equipment. Teamwork, researching equivalent components and performing basic engineering analysis are also examined.
241-554-DW
CAD IV
2 - 3 - 1
75
Description:
This course introduces 3-D modeling, using surface and solid modeling software. Project management using a computer network, and file sharing will also be covered.
241-562-DW
System Design I
2 - 2 - 2
60
Description:
This course covers how to design industrial work processing systems.
This course covers new, emerging and changing technologies in the Mechanical Engineering Technology field, and methods to research and keep abreast of changes in technology.
241-656-DW
3D Modeling
2 - 4 - 1
90
Description:
This course covers how to create 3-D models, including reverse engineering, digitizing, parametric modeling, photo realistic renderings, and simple animation.
241-663-DW
System Design II
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
This course covers the research of and design applications for industrial process systems.
241-692-DW
Design Project
1 - 4 - 1
75
Description:
This course covers how to define and resolve design problems, through the ordination, documentation and execution of a design project involving a moderately complex multi-component assembly.
