MFG 101 - Introduction to Manufacturing

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): RD 90 or WR 91 or designated placement, and MTH 20 or designated placement.

Course Description: This course is designed to develop an understanding of various manufacturing processes, materials, and possible career opportunities in manufacturing-related disciplines. The course includes an orientation to the use of personal computers in manufacturing and various industry standard software programs; introduction to problem solving and laboratory procedures, a survey of common manufacturing processes, including a history of manufacturing technology; economic considerations associated with manufacturing; the influence of product design on process selection on manufacturing taxonomy, surface finish, tolerances, and functional specifications.

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Explain the nature of manufacturing, the organizational structure of manufacturing, and what types of materials are used.
CLO#2: Recognize the various processes and machinery required for manufacturing.
CLO#3: Work cooperatively with others and contributes to group with ideas, suggestions, and effort to solve manufacturing problems. (ILO: Communication)
CLO#4: Locate manufacturing careers based on skill requirements and occupational opportunities.