MET 110 - Manufacturing Fundamentals

3 Credit Hours

This course provides the student with an overview of the various types of manufacturing that takes place in the discrete, hybrid and continuous sectors and of the jobs that must be performed within manufacturing. The course provides an introduction to the techniques and resources that manufacturers employ to improve operations, preparing the student for independent investigating and life-long learning. It provides basic knowledge and skills with regard to blueprint reading, CADD drawing, measurement, and quality assurance. At least one plant tour will be included as part of this course to provide first-hand validation of the topics covered.

Prerequisite(s): COM 061 or ESL 060, MAT 110

Students are granted credit for Mechatronics Engineering Technology (MET) courses by articulation after completion of the course competencies through courses offered by RACC’s Workforce and Economic Development/Community Education Division. Students should contact the division to obtain information on course offerings.