Engineering Technology

EGT-108 - Principles of Engineering

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This course explores technology systems and manufacturing processes using the methodology of project-based engineering problem solving. Learning activities explore a variety of engineering disciplines and address the social and political consequences of technological change.

EGT-116 - Continuous Quality Management

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

This introductory course will lead the student into the world of quality and the quality process. Students will be exposed to the basic principles of lean manufacturing and quality control inspection tools. Students will analyze the performance of a production process, formulate process adjustments or improvements and carry out the strategies for process adjustment and/or improvement.

EGT-142 - Fluid Power 1

Lecture: 1

Lab: 2

Credit: 2

This course discusses the fundamentals of hydraulic technology. Students will learn hydraulic circuits, pumps, actuators, valves, fluid, safety, maintenance and troubleshooting. Students will also learn how to operate, install, analyze performance and design hydraulic systems.

EGT-143 - Fluid Power 2

Lecture: 1

Lab: 2

Credit: 2

This course discusses the fundamentals of pneumatic technology. Students will learn specific skills needed to understand the principles of pneumatics including circuits with compressed air power, air processing, valves, safety, maintenance and troubleshooting. Students will learn industry skills including how to operate, install, analyze and design pneumatic systems.

EGT-147 - Hydraulic Power Systems and Troubleshooting

Lecture: 0.5

Lab: 1

Credit: 1

This course will cover the operation, diagnosis and maintenance of basic and complex hydraulic systems. Prerequisite: EGT-142.

EGT-400 - PLTW - Introduction to Engineering Design

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

This course uses a design development process while enriching technical and engineering problem-solving skills; students create and analyze models using specialized computer software (AutoCAD Inventor).

EGT-420 - PLTW - Digital Electronics

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

This course is an introduction to fundamental digital circuits and systems is presented by study of integrated circuit logic modules. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting techniques and tools.

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