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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will encompass review and discussion of fundamental quality concepts and various quality systems. Fundamental concepts of quality will be covered including: variation, charting and diagrams, problem solving and process improvement, team guidelines, metrics, control charts and process capability, project tools, as well as others. There will also be discussion on the roles of quality and associated tools within the business environment. Types of quality systems covered will include: ISO 9001, Malcom Baldrige National Quality Award, some state quality awards, as well as others. There will also be discussion on quality system planning, implementation and integration with other quality and business systems. (Prereq: None) (EP) 3 cr
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course encompasses review and discussion of the major principles and practices of Lean manufacturing. Partial listing of Lean tools covered include: Visual Management, 5S, Problem Solving, Material Management, Kanban, Mistake Proofing, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, as well as other. There will also be discussion on the high level (overarching) principles and philosophies of Lean Manufacturing and Lean Enterprise. This course utilizes a Lean Simulation tool to enhance the learning experience by demonstrating the actual use of Lean principles and tools in a simulated manufacturing environment. The simulation tool compares and contrasts traditional manufacturing with Lean to show subsequent results improvement. There will also be discussion on Lean program planning and implementation. (Prereq: None) (EP) 3 cr
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course encompasses review and discussion of the major components and process of developing a project plan for implementing Lean in an organization. Success of any program is highly dependent on the project planning that occurs before the program commences as well as its ongoing management as it progresses. Partial listing of concepts covered include: Management buy-in and support, resource determination and budgeting. (Prereq: None) (EP)3 cr
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course encompasses review and discussion of the major Lean principles and practices and their application in areas other than the manufacturing. This class provides a more detailed review of the major lean tools and their use and application in non-production areas. Partial listing of Lean tools covered include: Visual Management, 5S, Problem Solving, Mistake Proofing, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, as well as others. There will also be discussion on the high level (overarching) principles and philosophies of Lean Manufacturing and Lean Enterprise.This course utilizes a Lean Simulation tool to enhance the learning experience by demonstrating the actual use of Lean principles and tools in a simulated manufacturing environment. The simulation tool compares and contrasts traditional processes with Lean to show subsequent results improvement. There will also be discussion on Lean program planning and implementation as ti relates to non-manufacturing areas of the organization. (Prereq: METS1505) (EP) 3 cr
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course encompasses review and discussion of the major principles and practices of Lean. This class provides a more detailed review and discussion of the major lean tools, including their use and application. There will also be discussion on the high level (overarching) principles and philosophies of Lean Manufacturing and Lean Enterprise. This class compliments and expands upon the basic concepts presented in Principles and Practices of Lean Manufacturing: Lean Tools and Techniques.This course utilizes a Lean Simulation tool to enhance the learning experience by demonstrating the actual use of Lean principles and tools in a simulated operations environment. The simulation tool compares and contrasts traditional processes with Lean to show subsequent results improvement. (Prereq: METS1505) (EP) 3 cr
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course encompasses review and discussion of the components of a Quality System or Lean program components and implementation steps, resources, timelines, etc. The focus will be on the development of an actual Quality System or Lean program implementation plan. This class is an independent workshop with the participants working individually or in small groups to create and document a plan for actual implementation of a Lean or Quality System. (Prereq: METS1505 and METS1510) (EP) 3 cr
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides you with the opportunity to experience a variety of hands-on activities that explore the design and manufacturing of products. You will be involved in a project from concept design/drawing to finished product. (EP) 3 cr
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course covers the nature of design, rotary and linear motion components such as: levers, linkages, winches, chain, belt and sprocket drives, gear boxes and electric motors. Hydraulic and pneumatic actuators and limited rotation devices will be discussed. Various applications will be discussed and evaluated during the course. The student will get experience selecting mechanical drive components, bearings, and fasteners from various vendor catalogs. Students will work in teams to develop an assigned project. (Prereq: None) (BP/EP) 3 cr
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will introduce the student to the understanding and applications of applied physics. Items covered will include the use of calculators to solve algebra and trigonometry functions, vectoring equilibrium`s, stress, strain, deformations, moments of inertia and section modules, belt friction, thermal expansion, welded and bolted connections. (Prereq: Recommended: MATH1150 or MATH1400) (BP/EP) 3 cr
  • 1.00 - 16.00 Credits

    This course is designed for students who want to enhance their skills and knowledge in order to become more proficient in "work-environment" areas of the curriculum. Students will have the ability to direct their efforts, with instructor approval, in curriculum activities that meet their needs. An `Internship Training Agreement` must be signed by the student, employer and the proper HTC representatives and submitted to the registrar at the time of registration. (Prereq: Advisor approval) (BP) 1-16 cr
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