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GET130 - Introduction to Engineering Technology

This course covers engineering technology fields such as computer, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mechatronics and robotics and their relation in sharing a set of common foundation concepts and skills. The intent of this course is to introduce the beginning engineering technology student to the world of engineering technology. Included topics for this course: survey of engineering technology fields and sample problems, case studies, terminology and units of measurement, problem solving/decision making, design processes, data collection and interpretation, technical calculator usage, drawing concepts, fabrication/prototyping basics, communication skills, and team work. Through a series of hands-on projects, the student will also be introduced to a number of modern software tools as used in various engineering technology fields.

GET140 - High Tech Systems

Modern society relies on high-tech systems for agriculture, communications, manufacturing, transportation and similar applications. One facet of these systems is based essentially on the Internet and mobile technologies, and this course serves as an introduction to the principles and methods used in modern hightech systems. Topics covered include a study of the fundamentals of electricity and electronics; the construction and control of simple circuits; the definition, types and uses of modern communications and networking equipment; and the use of computer technologies and smart devices in modern operations. The focus is the network of systems, including physical devices, autos, vehicles, appliances, homes, and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, actuators, and the network connectivity which enables these objects to connect, exchange and respond within systems.