Industrial Engineering Technology (IET) Courses

IET 100 (F, S) 3 hrs. cr.
Introduction to Machine Tool Processes
The theory and safe operation of machine tools. Fundamental practices include: safety, basic mathematics, blue print reading, bench work, precision measurement, metal sawing, drills and drilling, pedestal bench grinding, engine lathes, mills. One hour lecture, four hours lab.

IET 105 (F, S) 3 hrs. cr.
Introduction to Industrial Engineering Technology
Overview of the industrial engineering technology profession. Students will become familiar with tools and methods of industrial engineering and their application in manufacturing and service industries.

IET 110 (F, S) 3 hrs. cr.
Engineering Graphics I
The class requires participation in actual preparation of drawings by using state-of-the-art CADD. Spreadsheet, word processing is incorporated along with geometric construction, lettering, orthographic projection, dimensioning, sections, pictorial drawing, graphs, and diagrams. One hour lecture and four hours lab per week.

IET 115  (S)  3 hrs. cr.
Introduction to 3D Computer Aided Drafting
Computer aided drafting and the design of basic 3D wireframe and 3D models. Individuals who have a background in CADD should take the course for personal or professional improvement. One hour lecture, four hours lab per week. Prerequisites: IET/CADD 110 & Math 30.

IET 160 (S)  3 hrs. cr
Inspection and Gaging
Inspection, gaging and precision measurement procedures utilizing mechanical electronic and optical measuring equipment and related math.  Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing emphasized computer assisted process control methods are introduced and applied to specific inspection procedures.

IET 202 (F)  3 hrs. cr.
Tool Design
Advanced course on the designing, machining, and manufacturing of production tools, dies, jigs and fixtures. Prerequisites: IET/CAMT 100 &  IET/CAMT 160 or permission of instructor.

IET 204 (F)  3 hrs. cr.
Industrial Statics & Strength of Materials
Introductory survey of selected topics of statics and strength of materials, with emphasis on equilibrium friction, summation of forces and moments. The strength of materials will concentrate on simple stress and strain, basic beam relationships and torsional load carrying members. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: Math 135, IET/CADD 110, Phys 151 or instructor’s permission.

IET 240 (S)  3 hrs. cr
Engineering Materials
Introduction to materials currently used in today's modern manufacturing settings with emphasis on metals, plastics, ceramics and composites. Laboratory activities involve both manual and computer assisted testing. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week.

IET 250 (S)  3 hrs. cr.
Computer Assisted Manufacturing
Introduction to the history and fundamentals of computer numerical control machining. Will cover basic concepts of CNC programming as well as advanced techniques along with operational and set-up procedures CNC machines. Programming methods would use computer assisted programming. One hour lecture and four hours lab per week. Prerequisites: IET/CAMT 100, IET/CAMT 160, IET/CADD 110 or permission of instructor.

IET 305 (S)  3 hrs. cr.
Basic Electricity and Electronics
This course provides an introduction into the principals of electricity/electronics with an emphasis on applications, problem solving, and laboratory experiments. Topics covered will include AC and DC circuits, Series and Parallel circuits, Electrical components, Magnetism, Power and Instruments and Measurements. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisite: Math 130.

IET 310 (F)  3 hrs. cr.
Computer Production/Planning Control
The course is designed to provide the theory and application of production and inventory management philosophies and techniques. The topics covered in this course will be discussed in light of the framework suggested in the APICS curriculum guides so that this can serve as a foundation for students preparing for certification exams. Applications will be illustrated through the use of computers. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: Math 130.

IET 315 (F)  3 hrs. cr.
Probability & Statistics for Engineers
This course is designed for students majoring in Industrial Engineering. Topics include: data analysis, probability, random variables, correlation, linear regression, and confidence intervals. Prerequisites: Math 130.

IET 320 (F)  3 hrs. cr.
Applied Statistical Quality Control
This course provides participants with the basic skills and research methods to analyze organizational systems. Topics include analytical approaches to problem solving, control charts, capability, Pareto charts, flow charts, cause-effect diagrams, histograms and scatter diagrams. Students are expected to take a set of data that represent an organizational process and apply the appropriate statistical procedure, analyze the results of the procedure, and develop a recommendation based on the analysis. Computer based solution techniques are used where appropriate. This course is also part of the requirements for the Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

IET 350 (Su or F)  3 hrs. cr.
Industrial Supervision  (Writing Intensive)
The course is a study of the role of the supervisor. The focus is on key skills needed for effective supervision—e.g., goal-setting, delegating, budgeting, interviewing, negotiating, counseling, coaching, conducting group meetings, and handling grievances. Prerequisites:  Junior standing, six hours English Comp or permission of instructor.

IET 355 (S)  3 hrs. cr.
Work Measurement/Ergonomics
This course covers work measurements and methods. The course will focus on the use of standards, value engineering, methods design, workstations, time studies, and ergonomics. Prerequisites: Math 130.

IET 383 (S)  3 hrs. cr.
Power Generation including Pneumatics and Hydraulics
The course is an overview of automatic control of modern and or CNC applications manufacturing equipment using Hydraulics and Pneumatics. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: Math 130.

IET 390 (F)  1 hr. cr.
Applied Measurement Systems Analysis
Introduces critical components in measurement systems. Topics include Repeatability, Reproducibility, Bias, Resolution, Stability and Linearity. An emphasis will be placed on learning how to quantify and improve the measurement process. This course is also part of the requirements for the Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. Prerequisites: IET 320.

IET 415 (S)  3 hrs. cr.
Mechanical Design
Machine elements in mechanical design, design for different modes of failure, tolerances and fits, shaft design, keys and couplings, springs, spur gears, belts and chains, clutches and brakes, and rolling contact bearing. Two hours lecture and two hours lab.  Prerequisites: Phys 100 or higher and Math 130 or above.

IET 420 (S)  3 hrs. cr.
Manufacturing Computer Applications
Introduces problem solving and analysis in the application of integrated manufacturing information systems software. Includes:  design, production routing, project planning and tracking, material handling and inventory control, coding and classification using current integrated manufacturing software. 

IET 425 (S)  3 hrs. cr.
Design of Experiments (Writing Intensive)
Learn basic statistical concepts of designing and analyzing experiments. Applications from various manufacturing as well as non-manufacturing fields will be illustrated throughout the course. Computer software packages to implement the methods presented will be illustrated extensively and used for homework assignments and a term project. This course is also part of the requirements for the Six Sigma Black Belt certification. Prerequisites: Junior Standing.

IET 440 (S)  3 hrs. cr.
Six Sigma Methodology
This course is about building on skills and knowledge gained in prior coursework and demonstrating the successful use of Six Sigma tools and concepts toward reducing costs, increasing quality, or improving lead-time.  This course is also part of the requirements for the Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. Prerequisites: IET 320 and IET 390. To achieve Six Sigma Black Belt certification, student must be enrolled in IET 425 concurrently.

IET 450 (F)  3 hrs. cr.
Plant Layout / Material Handling
This course is designed to give the students a comprehensive understanding of the issues involved in the design of an industrial production system. It will cover the problems in plant location, product analysis, process design, equipment selection, material handling, and plant layout. Prerequisites: IET/CADD 110, IET/CADD 115, Math 130.

IET 460 (F)  3 hrs. cr.
Competitive Industrial Practices
Explores concepts and principles guiding today’s businesses. Provides students with powerful approaches for eliminating waste and improving operations in organizations. Prerequisite: Senior Standing.