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MET 001: Preparatory Shop  I                                       (2-2-2)

In this course students will be introduced to; how to read simple technical drawings, sketch simple objects, and convert their ideas into orthographic sketch. The students will learn the methods of using machines and hand tools and develop some basic shop skills and workshop safety. Students will learn the basic properties and characteristic of materials (plastic, ceramics, and metals), the general basic metal heat treatments. An introduction to the techniques of material manufacturing processes is also covered. The students will perform four workshop assignments covering the course contents.

This is a hands-on course to develop the student’s skills in making graphical representations of manufactured components. It focuses mainly on manual techniques including orthographic projections, developments, auxiliary views, dimensioning, sectioning & assemblies. The student is also familiarized with the use of manufacturing information such as surface finish, weldment symbols and tolerances. This acquired knowledge is then applied to creating graphic files using AutoCAD software.

This course carries the basic mechanics learnt in PHYS 161 to more advanced levels required for practical engineering applications. It emphasizes the use of vectors to solve forces in frameworks (statics) as well velocities and accelerations in mechanisms (dynamics). The main principles of the dynamics of rectilinear and rotational motion are covered as well as vibrating systems, energy and power transmissions.

This course introduces the student to the principles of first and second law of thermodynamics with the thermal properties of gases and vapors plus energy extraction and refrigeration. The basic mechanics of fluids and various engineering applications such as fluid flow measurement, Bernoulli principle. Vapor power and refrigeration cycles. Introduction to heat transfer by conduction, convection and radiation.

This course is an introduction to database management. Using appropriate database software, students will learn how to design, create manipulate, and maintain data in an organized, accessible, and accurate manner.  Emphasis is placed on the use of PC-based relational database management software for common business applications.

Different welding techniques, theories and hand-on experience: (gas, electric, MIG, TIG welding). The study of welding joints and the formation of defects like crack and corrosion. Sheet metal and bulk forming processes: Rolling, Forging, Wire Drawing and Extrusion, and lab will include hand-on-experience of these concepts and processes.

Principle of Heat Engine, Constructional Details of Engine, Engine Balance, Carburetion and Fuel Injection, Engine Lubrication, Engine Cooling, Transmission System, Braking System, Steering System and Vehicle Safety.

The thermodynamic principles covered in MET 123 will be continued in greater depth together with practical applications. Heat exchangers, air conditioner performance calculations, refrigeration and power cycles are covered in detail. A significant part of the course also covers practical aspects of design specific to thermal plant operation and maintenance such as corrosion and fouling etc.

Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics is a middle-level course covering the applications of fluid power and logical control technologies in work-place situations leading to creation of basic circuits according to prescribed functional requirements. The course is dedicated to understanding functions and applications of main components and ancillary equipment. It incorporates experimental laboratory work and discovery learning on educational rigs.  

This course provides the student with an understanding of different machining processes. It covers a wide range of practical and theoretical work in the area of metal cutting. It includes lathe machines, drilling machines, shaping machines, threading, turning, boring, grinding and milling machines. It also covers the topics on cutting forces, tool life, cutting tool materials, programming and working on CNC lathe machine.

Types of maintenance, tools and instruments, uses of machine manuals, machine history documentation failure analysis, Machinery Condition Monitoring, Vibration signals analysis, Oil Debris Monitoring and Analysis, Machine alignment and hoisting, Belts, Gears and Chains, Bearings, Troubleshooting and maintenance of Pumps, Compressors,  Refrigeration and Air-conditioning, Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Turbines and Diesel engines.

It is a basic course for post-preparatory students. Introductory topics include hazards, risks, administration of safety within an industrial organization and first aid. The course covers basic requirements to ensure safe work procedures, safe machinery, a healthy working environment and control of hazardous substances.

The cooperative training program (course) is a graduation requirement for the students after completing the courses of the curriculum. The Co-op students are required to spend 16 weeks doing practical work in a relevant field in industry especially troubleshooting and maintenance of mechanical equipment. At the end of the course they must submit a comprehensive report covering their work experience and make an oral presentation.

Electric circuit: series and parallel circuits, voltage and current sources, loop equations, node equations, energy and power, superposition. AC steady state, Impedance and Admittance, instantaneous, average and RMS voltage, current, power. Electronics: description of semiconductor devices (diodes, transistors), application of integrated circuits to control and measurement. Machines: Introduction to 3-phase system, magnetic circuits, and concept of electric machines, DC generators and motor operation.