Bachelor of Science, Major in Mechanical Engineering Technology
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| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science, Major in Mechanical Engineering Technology | ||
| Core Curriculum | ||
| Component Area I (Communications) | 6 | |
| Component Area II (Mathematics) 1 | 3 | |
| Component Area III (Life and Physical Science) | 8 | |
| Component Area IV (Language, Philosophy, and Culture) | 3 | |
| Component Area V (Creative Arts) | 3 | |
| Component Area VI (U.S. History) | 6 | |
| Component Area VII (Political Science/Government) | 6 | |
| Component Area VIII (Social and Behavioral Sciences) | 3 | |
| Component Area IX (Component Area Option) 1 | 4 | |
| Degree Specific Requirements | ||
| COSC 1436 | Programming Fundamentals I 2 | 4 |
| MATH 1420 | Calculus I 1 | 4 |
| PHYS 1301 & PHYS 1101 | General Physics-Mechanics and Heat and General Physics Laboratory I | 4 |
| PHYS 1302 & PHYS 1102 | General Physics-Sound, Light, Electricity, and Magnetism and General Physics Laboratory II | 4 |
| Major: Foundation | ||
| ETDD 1361 | Engineering Graphics | 3 |
| ETDD 4388 | 3-Dimensional Parametric Design | 3 |
| ETEC 1010 | Engineering Foundations 3 | 2 |
| ETEC 2382 | Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| ETEC 3367 | Engineering Materials Techniques | 3 |
| ETEC 3375 | Statics | 3 |
| ETEC 4099 | Engineering Innovation | 1 |
| or ETEC 4199 | Senior Design I | |
| ETEC 4376 | Strength of Materials | 3 |
| ETEC 4399 | Senior Design II | 3 |
| ETEE 1340 | Introduction to Circuits | 3 |
| ETEE 2320 | Circuits and Systems | 3 |
| ETEE 3360 | Electrical Power & Machinery | 3 |
| ETEE 3373 | Control Systems Technology | 3 |
| ETME 2305 | Engineering Analysis Methods | 3 |
| ETME 3376 | Engineering Dynamics | 3 |
| ETME 3378 | Applied Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| ETME 4376 | Applied Thermodynamics | 3 |
| ETME 4378 | HVAC Systems | 3 |
| ETME 4385 | Mechanical Design | 3 |
| ETSM 3386 | Industrial Safety | 3 |
| Major: Prescribed Electives | ||
| Select three of the following: | 9 | |
| Product Design & Development | ||
| Material Hand & Plant Layout | ||
| Manufacturing Processes II | ||
| Solar and Wind Energy Systems | ||
| Quality Assurance and Control | ||
| Alternative Energy Technology | ||
| Work Base Mentorship | ||
| Microcontroller Applications | ||
| Automation and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) | ||
| Minor: Not Required 4,5 | ||
| Total Hours | 120 | |
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MATH 1420 requires the following prerequisites: C or better in MATH 1410, or MATH 1314 and MATH 1316 with a grade of C or higher, or high school equivalent. MATH 1410 is recommended. Satisfies the Core Curriculum requirement Component Area II (Mathematics) as well as one hour of Component Area IX (Component Area Option).
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ETME major students must take a specific class section of COSC 1436 to learn C (C++) programming. Students must consult with academic advisors to learn which class section of COSC 1436 offers C (C++) programming.
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Mechanical Engineering Technology major students must take ETEC 1010 for two credit hours section to learn necessary software skills for this major.
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A minor is not required for this degree program; however, a student has the option to add a minor, but to do so additional semester credits hours may be needed above the degree program’s stated total semester credit hours.
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All minors can be paired with this degree program.
Notes
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum overall GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.0 minimum overall major GPA in all major coursework.
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum SHSU GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.0 minimum SHSU major GPA in all major coursework.
Additional information: Reference the Program Landing Page for additional information, such as cost, delivery format, contact information, or to schedule a visit.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area I | 3 | Component Area I | 3 |
| Component Area IV | 3 | Component Area III | 4 |
| Component Area VI | 3 | ETEE 1340 | 3 |
| ETDD 1361 | 3 | MATH 14202 | 4 |
| ETEC 10101 | 2 | ||
| 14 | 14 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area VII | 3 | Component Area VI | 3 |
| COSC 14363 | 4 | Component Area VII | 3 |
| ETEC 2382 | 3 | ETEE 2320 | 3 |
| PHYS 1301 & PHYS 1101 | 4 | ETME 2305 | 3 |
| PHYS 1302 & PHYS 1102 | 4 | ||
| 14 | 16 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area VIII | 3 | Component Area III | 4 |
| Component Area IX | 3 | ETEE 3360 | 3 |
| ETEC 3367 | 3 | ETEE 3373 | 3 |
| ETEC 3375 | 3 | ETME 3376 | 3 |
| ETSM 3386 | 3 | ETME 3378 | 3 |
| 15 | 16 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area V | 3 | ETEC 4399 | 3 |
| ETDD 4388 | 3 | ETME 4376 | 3 |
| ETEC 4099 or 4199 | 1 | ETME 4378 | 3 |
| ETEC 4376 | 3 | ETME 4385 | 3 |
| Major: Prescribed Electives | 6 | Major: Prescribed Electives | 3 |
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Total Hours: 120 | |||
- 1
Mechanical Engineering Technology major students must take ETEC 1010 for two credit hours section to learn necessary software skills for this major.
- 2
MATH 1420 requires the following prerequisites: C or better in MATH 1410, or MATH 1314 and MATH 1316 with a grade of C or higher, or high school equivalent. MATH 1410 is recommended. Satisfies the Core Curriculum requirement Component Area II (Mathematics) as well as one hour of Component Area IX (Component Area Option).
- 3
ETME major students must take a specific class section of COSC 1436 to learn C (C++) programming. Students must consult with academic advisors to learn which class section of COSC 1436 offers C (C++) programming.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major: Prescribed Electives | ||
| ETDD 3310 | Product Design & Development | 3 |
| ETDD 4380 | Material Hand & Plant Layout | 3 |
| ETEC 3340 | Solar and Wind Energy Systems | 3 |
| ETEC 3382 | Manufacturing Processes II | 3 |
| ETEC 4315 | Quality Assurance and Control | 3 |
| ETEC 4340 | Alternative Energy Technology | 3 |
| ETEC 4391 | Work Base Mentorship | 3 |
| ETEE 3376 | Microcontroller Applications | 3 |
| ETEE 4351 | Automation and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) | 3 |
Notes
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum overall GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.0 minimum overall major GPA in all major coursework.
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum SHSU GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.0 minimum SHSU major GPA in all major coursework.
A minor is not required for this degree program; however, a student has the option to add a minor, but to do so additional semester credits hours will be needed above the degree program’s stated total semester credit hours.
All minors can be paired with this degree program.
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) marketable skills initiative is part of the state’s 60x30TX plan and was designed to help students articulate their skills to employers. Marketable skills are those skills valued by employers and/or graduate programs that can be applied in a variety of work or education settings and may include interpersonal, cognitive, and applied skill areas.
The BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology is designed to provide graduates with the following marketable skills:
- Advanced mechanical discipline knowledge.
- Application of design and analysis concepts to mechanical engineering and technology.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes and equipment.
- Knowledge of industry standards, quality assurance, and ethics.
- Critical thinking skills.
- Ability to logically solve practical problems.
