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Mechanical Engineering Technician Co-op |
School of Applied Technology |
Program AvailabilityNorth Fall 2012: Open |
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Type:
Co-op Diploma
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Campus:
North
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Program Code:
30601 |
Length: Four semesters, beginning in September, plus a co-op work term after semester four |
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CONTACT INFORMATION: Ed Espin, program co-ordinator | 416.675.6622 ext. 4713 | ed.espin@humber.ca
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This Mechanical Engineering Technician program covers the theory and the skills needed to prepare working drawings, and determine specifications and materials for the manufacturing or performance of components, assemblies or major processes installation. Also, students learn to select the proper tooling and fixtures required for the machining and production of mechanical components using traditional machining processes or the latest CAM software packages and NC equipment. In addition, students will be able to develop the manufacturing procedures to produce mechanical components.
The mechanical technician graduates will be prepared to apply design and manufacturing principles to a wide range of technical engineering problems.
The graduates of this program may expect to find employment areas related to mechanical design, production, testing, consulting or service industries. Graduates of this program have been also employed in machine tool sales and service departments.
Students are responsible for arranging their own four-month (minimum 400 hours) paid work term. It normally takes place from May through August following semester four. Students receive career management support to help them develop effective job search skills, prior to the work term. The school provides a wide range of support services.
Note: For more information visit Selection Procedures.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Upon completion of this program, graduates can attain a Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma by taking the two-semester Mechanical Engineering Technology program 30731.
Qualified graduates of this program may be eligible to apply their academic credits toward further study at many postsecondary institutions. For detailed information, visit our website at humber.ca/transferguide.
The 2012/2013 fee for two semesters is
– domestic $4,020.48
– international $12,800.
Amounts listed are the total of tuition, lab and material fees, student service and auxiliary fees for the first two semesters of the 2012/2013 academic year.
Fees are subject to change.
For more information, visit Fees and Financial Assistance.
For information regarding the co-op fee for this program, refer to Fees and Financial Assistance.
Semester 1 | ||
| Course Code | Course | Credits |
| COMM 213 | Technical Communications 1Technical Communications 1Course Code: COMM 213 Credits: 3 This course is designed to develop the writing skills that will be required for clear communication in technical documents. Students will learn write documents that are clear, accurate, and grammatically correct.
Students will practice reading and writing skills that will be valuable in their college programs and build a strong base for professional technical and business writing. Those students who plan to further their studies will develop the fundamental skills for writing acceptable academic English.
To help students reach these goals, the course covers the following: analytical reading and critical thinking; the organization and development of expository and persuasive essays; and the elements of clear writing, including grammar and punctuation skills. 3 | 3 |
| MECH 106 | Workshop PracticeWorkshop PracticeCourse Code: MECH 106 Credits: 0 The use of basic machine shop measuring instruments will be covered. The student will be introduced to basic machining theory and operation of conventional machines such as mills, drill presses and lathes. The student is expected to follow safe work procedures developed for the lab and all machines used in this course. | 0 |
| MECH 120 | Blueprint Reading - Freehand SketchingBlueprint Reading - Freehand SketchingCourse Code: MECH 120 Credits: 4 Blueprints are the starting point of any engineering project. These are the main method of communication between all persons concerned with the design and manufacture of parts. The blueprint reading course has three main sections. The first part includes the principles of mechanical drafting (i.e., scales, line work, dimensioning, orthographic projections, auxiliary views, and cross sections) and free-hand sketching of simple mechanical parts. In the second part the student will use the skills acquired during the workshop practices course MECH 106, to take measurements, sketch and dimension the assembly and parts of mechanical devices. The third section of the course covers the review and study of industrial blue prints, including the process of assembling a set of blue prints, the revision process and documentation. Throughout this course the student will be able to recognize and use dimensions, symbols and call-outs used in the drafting practice. Drawings will concentrate on manufacturing, machining, mechanical, electrical, services, and process technologies. | 4 |
| MECH 207 | Engineering MaterialsEngineering MaterialsCourse Code: MECH 207 Credits: 3 This is an introductory course on engineering materials used in designs for manufacturing. Core elements in manufacturing consist of materials, processes and systems. Emphasis in this course is placed on engineering materials such as metals, polymers, ceramics and composites. Topics in engineering materials include material properties, product attributes and property enhancing operations. Property enhancing operations are limited to the heat treatment of metals. The student is expected to follow safe work procedures developed for the lab and all machines used in the lab portion of the course. | 3 |
| MECH 230 | Technical Drawing (CAD)Technical Drawing (CAD)Course Code: MECH 230 Credits: 4 This is a mechanical drafting course. The student will produce drawings incorporating Canadian and metric standards for third angle orthographic projection, dimensioning, sectional views, screw thread symbols, welded joints, fits, and tolerances, surface finishes, and assembly drawings | 4 |
| TMAT 105 | Math 1Math 1Course Code: TMAT 105 Credits: 4 This mathematics course includes the following: numerical computation of basic arithmetic operations; basic operations applied to algebraic expressions; simple equations; functions and graphs; trigonometric functions; factors and factoring; algebraic fractions and fractional equations; systems of linear equations; second-order determinants; exponents and radicals; quadratic equations; vectors and oblique triangles; radian measure; ratio, proportion and variation.4 | 4 |
Semester 4 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| HUMA 024 | Humanities: An Introduction to Arts and ScienceHumanities: An Introduction to Arts and ScienceCourse Code: HUMA 024 Credits: 3 The Humanities course focuses on fundamental questions individuals ask of themselves as they proceed through life. Why are we the way we are? Do we have free will or are we prisoners of our past experience or our biological inheritance? What motivates societies to change? Why do societal changes so often divide people into opposing camps? Why do so many people find contemporary life at home, at work, and in the community unfulfilling? What constitutes good government? How should injustice be fought? Can nations successfully deal with global problems? What is science and how does it differ from other kinds of inquiry? Can scientists provide solutions to the problems we face? What is art and does it offer answers of its own? What is its relationship to beauty, to knowledge, and to ethics? Is objectivity about art (or anything) possible? These questions are organized into units that begin with issues concerning the nature of the individual and then extend outward to various social, cultural and physical contexts.
The issues explored in this course are too complex to have any one right answer. Rather, individuals must search for answers that make sense of their experiences via various theoretical perspectives. The Humanities course supports this endeavour through study of different thinkers presented in the readings and exploration of different points of view explored in class discussions.
ESL students should consider taking the ESL Humanities course. Students may transfer into
ESL Humanities (HESL 024) either at the Registrar?s Office or the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Office (K201) on a first-come, first-served basis before the Last Day to Add. | 3 |
| MECH 401 | Strength of MaterialsStrength of MaterialsCourse Code: MECH 401 Credits: 4 The study of strength of materials is concerned with the design of structural load bearing components. These load bearing components fail in two main ways; fracture and excessive deformation. The course develops the analytical techniques necessary to design a load-bearing component, which will not fail. The design methodology developed involves identifying the load conditions, optimizing the component's shape and size, and selection of a material of suitable strength. The main structural elements examined in this course are beams, columns and connections. | 4 |
| MECH 405 | Cost Estimating Cost EstimatingCourse Code: MECH 405 Credits: 4 The study of strength of materials is concerned with the design of structural load bearing components. These load bearing components fail in two main ways; fracture and excessive deformation. The course develops the analytical techniques necessary to design a load-bearing component, which will not fail. The design methodology developed involves identifying the load conditions, optimizing the component's shape and size, and selection of a material of suitable strength. The main structural elements examined in this course are beams, columns and connections. | 4 |
| MECH 413 | Industrial Controls 1Industrial Controls 1Course Code: MECH 413 Credits: 4 This course covers two major topics:
1) The use of compressed air as a power and control medium. The focus is to select industrially used pneumatic and electrical hardware and to design simple sequencing and control circuits.
2) Introduction to hydraulic principles, components and their use in hydraulic circuits. The course will prepare students to identify and install, specify and select basic components to build hydraulic circuits. | 4 |
| MECH 440 | Industrial Controls 1Industrial Controls 1Course Code: MECH 440 Credits: 4 This is the second mechanical design and drafting course where the students build upon their knowledge gained from the study of earlier courses. The main topics of study in this course will centre on machine systems: hydraulic system and gear reducer as well as on design of machined parts. | 4 |
| MECH 470 | Applied Industrial Processes 3Applied Industrial Processes 3Course Code: MECH 470 Credits: 4 MasterCAM graphic software is used for programming of advanced projects on a machining centre and turning centre. This course is a continuation of Applied Industrial Processes 2 MECH 370. A three-dimensional part will be programmed and cut on the HAAS machining centre.
Turned parts will be programmed and cut on the Mori Seiki SL3 turning centre. Projects will be drawn in AutoCAD or be provided in Solid Works format. The output G Code file will be checked for correctness before cutting. The student is expected to follow safe work procedures developed for the lab and all machines used in this course. | 4 |
| MECH 550 | Co-op Work TermCo-op Work TermCourse Code: MECH 550 Credits: Students are encouraged to gain valuable work experience, by completing a paid work term following semester four. Students are responsible for finding a suitable placement (minimum 400 hours). The school provides a range of services, including work preparation workshops, to help students develop effective job search skills. The school also works with business and industry to identify employment opportunities for students. |
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