MECT 1150 - Fundamentals of Engineering Design

Academic Division: Business, Industry and Technology
Academic Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Technology

Assistant Dean: Vincent Palombo PhD

2 Credit(s)
An introductory course to acquaint the student with the tools used to convey design concepts and product information in the engineering arena. 3D visualization, using sketching, drawing, solid modeling and computer aided drafting will be used. The course will also introduce the main concepts in developing an engineering design project. UG

3 Lab Hour(s)

1 Lecture Hour(s);

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcomes	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Make orthographic sketches from isometric drawings of simple machined objects.	Drawing assignments & exams Week 5, midterm exam
2. Create multi-view drawings of simple machined objects..	Drawing assignments & exams Week 7, midterm exam
3. Successfully use Architect and Engineering Scales.	Drawing assignments & exams Week 2, midterm exam
4. Display knowledge of standard engineering symbols and lettering, numbering and dimensioning, including Bills of Materials.	Drawing assignments, Week 9 Final project
5. Identify and apply standard engineering symbols (GDT).	Drawing assignments, Week 9
6. Use 3D modeling software to develop 3D models and assemblies of standard machined parts based on dimensions taken from standard isometric or orthographic drawings.	Drawing assignments & exams Weekly, midterm and final exam
7. Create properly dimensioned orthographic drawings from 3D models using 3D software.	Computer assignments & exams Weekly, midterm and final exam
8. Draw, dimension and print basic machined parts.	Computer assignments & exams Week 4, midterm and final exam
9. Describe and discuss the role of engineers in industry.	Written assignment Week 10
10. Describe the general design process used in engineering projects.	Written assignment Week 12

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

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