IndT 310: Introduction to Industrial Technology
Course Syllabus
Course Description
This course presents an overview of the careers that comprise the field of Industrial Technology and the courses and curriculum for the degree. Topical areas include: the concept of technology, overview of materials and manufacturing, safety science, network technology, electricity and electronics, automation and robotics, energy technologies, and nuclear technology.
Course Scope
The course provides students with an overview of the topical areas in Industrial Technology. The specific topics include engineering design, graphical communication, measurement systems, electricity and power, engineering ethics, materials science, mathematics in engineering, and manufacturing technologies and automation.
Course Objectives
After the completion of the course the students should demonstrate the ability to:
- Identify the primary topical areas of Industrial Technology.
- Understand basic foundational concepts in technology and engineering.
- Identify the main steps and considerations in engineering design problems.
- Discuss the forms for implementing industrial technology concepts across different workplaces in the industry.
- Solve mathematical and physical problems using the fundamentals dimensions and units.
- Explain the concepts of work, mechanical energy, power, and efficiency.
- Summarize the properties and characteristics of various materials, and explain the main factors considered in materials selection.
- Outline the main characteristics of the dominant industrial manufacturing processes and systems.
- Identify the principal methods and systems used for manufacturing automation.
Course Materials
Textbook: S. Moaveni, "Engineering Fundamentals: An Introduction to Engineering," 5th Edition, Cengage Learning, 2016 (ISBN: 978-1305084766).
Topics
- Introduction to Industrial Technology, Career Choice
- Engineering Design, Engineering Communication
- Graphical Communication
- Measurement Systems
- Mass, Force, Temperature
- Engineering Ethics, Workplace Safety
- Electric Current, Energy and Power
- Mathematics in Engineering
- Probability and Statistics
- Introduction to Materials
- Introduction to Manufacturing
- Automation and Robotics
Evaluation Procedure
The course evaluation involves six homework assignments. There is one mid-semester examination, and a final exam.
Grading
| Homework Assignments (6) | 60 % |
| Midterm Exam | 20 % |
| Final Exam | 20 % |