Mechanical Engineering Technology
Nathan Luetke, Program Director
The Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (BSET) degree program in Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org/. The MET program offers courses at the senior level specializing in manufacturing systems, mechanical systems design, nuclear systems, mechatronics, and marine systems. Students in this program take common courses in areas such as computer-aided drafting, statics, strength of materials, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and automation and controls. The program culminates in a senior project that integrates coursework with a practical project assignment in the student's area of interest. To satisfy the upper-division general education requirements, students are required to complete a minor within the College of Engineering and Technology or the College of Sciences. Graduates should be qualified for application positions in mechanical product design, development and manufacturing, mechanical system operation and maintenance, field operations, and various other technical functions.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) program is to sustain a high quality undergraduate program of study leading to the Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology degree. It is a significant component of the University's commitment to science, engineering and technology, particularly in fields of major importance to the region. Through ODUGlobal, the mechanical engineering technology program provides opportunities for technical personnel throughout the state and elsewhere to enhance their education and pursue baccalaureate level studies. Simultaneously, the program supports the general education components that yield a well-rounded graduate who is aware of societal needs and issues.
Program Educational Objectives
The objective of the mechanical engineering technology program is to prepare graduates to establish themselves as successful professionals in mechanical systems or related areas during the first few years of their careers by having demonstrated their ability to:
- Identify and solve increasingly complex technical problems, both theoretically and practically, as raised by continually evolving technologies and industry needs and practices.
- Make educated, responsible, and ethical decisions in response to the needs of the profession and society, with these decisions solidly grounded in science and engineering fundamentals.
- Work effectively as member or leader of technical teams and clearly communicate ideas leading to successful team outcomes.
Student Outcomes
The mechanical engineering technology program has adopted, after deliberations by its constituents, five student outcomes for the Bachelor of Science program in mechanical engineering technology. These outcomes are listed below:
- an ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
- an ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline;
- an ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
- an ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes; and
- an ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology - Mechanical Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET www.abet.org.
The curriculum prepares MET graduates with the knowledge, techniques, skills, and use of modern equipment in mechanical engineering technology. Baccalaureate degree graduates build on the strengths of associate degree programs by gaining proficiency in the analysis, applied design, development, implementation or oversight of more advanced mechanical components, systems or processes. The following curricular topics are covered:
- Application of principles of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing;
- Use of computer aided drafting and design software;
- Perform selection, set-up, and calibration of measurement tools/instrumentation;
- Elements of differential and integral calculus;
- Manufacturing processes;
- Material science and selection;
- Solid mechanics (such as statics, dynamics, strength of materials, etc.);
- Mechanical system design;
- Thermal sciences (such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, etc.);
- Electrical circuits (ac and dc) and electronic controls;
- Application of industry codes, specifications and standards; and
- Technical communications typically used in preparation of engineering proposals, reports, and specifications.
The capstone experience, ideally multidisciplinary in nature, must be project-based and include formal design, implementation and test processes.
Requirements
Lower-Division General Education
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
| 6 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 0-6 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 8 |
| 3 |
General Education requirements in information literacy and research, impact of technology, and philosophy and ethics are met through the major.
Upper-Division General Education
A minor from the College of Engineering and Technology, a minor from the College of Sciences, or a minor in cybersecurity is required.
Requirements for Graduation
Requirements for graduation include the following:
- Minimum of 120 credit hours.
- Minimum of 30 credit hours overall and 12 credit hours of upper-level courses in the major program from Old Dominion University.
- Minimum overall cumulative grade point average of C (2.00) in all courses taken.
- Minimum overall cumulative grade point average of C (2.00) in all courses taken toward the major.
- Minimum overall cumulative grade point average of C (2.00) in all courses taken toward a minor.
- Completion of ENGL 110C, ENGL 211C or ENGL 231C, and the writing intensive (W) course in the major with a grade of C or better. The W course must be taken at Old Dominion University.
- Completion of Senior Assessment.
Mechanical Engineering Technology Grade Requirements
Critical MET course sequences within the Mechanical Engineering Technology curricula require a minimum grade of C before progressing to subsequent courses. A grade of C- does not satisfy the requirement for a C grade.
The following courses require a minimum grade of C:
Mechanical Engineering Technology Major
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credit Hours |
| 32-38 |
| 12 |
| 83 |
| Total Credit Hours | 127-133 |
Degree Program Guide*
The Degree Program Guide is a suggested curriculum to complete this degree program in four years. It is just one of several plans that will work and is presented only as broad guidance to students. Each student is strongly encouraged to develop a customized plan in consultation with their academic advisor. Additional information can also be found in Degree Works.
Plan of Study Grid
| Freshman |
|---|
| Fall |
|---|
| MET 120 |
Computer Aided Drafting |
3 |
| ENGN 110 |
Explore Engineering and Technology |
2 |
| MATH 162M |
Precalculus I () |
3 |
| CHEM 121N |
Foundations of Chemistry I Lecture ** |
3 |
| CHEM 122N |
Foundations of Chemistry I Laboratory ** |
1 |
|
3 |
| | Credit Hours | 15 |
| Spring |
|---|
| MET 230 |
Engineering Graphics and Computer Solid Modeling |
3 |
| ENGT 111 |
Engineering Technology Information Literacy/Research |
2 |
| MATH 163 |
Precalculus II () |
3 |
| PHYS 111N |
Introductory General Physics |
4 |
| ENGL 110C |
English Composition () |
3 |
| | Credit Hours | 15 |
| Sophomore |
|---|
| Fall |
|---|
| MET 200 |
Manufacturing Processes and Methods |
3 |
| MET 210 |
Statics |
3 |
| MATH 211 |
Calculus I () |
4 |
| PHYS 112N |
Introductory General Physics |
4 |
ENGL 211C
|
Writing, Rhetoric, and Research ()
or Writing, Rhetoric, and Research: Special Topics |
3 |
| | Credit Hours | 17 |
| Spring |
|---|
| MET 220 |
Strength of Materials () |
3 |
| MET 225 |
Strength of Materials Laboratory |
1 |
STEM 221
|
Industrial Materials
or Materials and Processes Technology |
3 |
| COMM 101R |
Public Speaking |
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Credit Hours | 16 |
| Junior |
|---|
| Fall |
|---|
| MET 300 |
Thermodynamics () |
3 |
| MET 310 |
Dynamics |
3 |
| MET 320 |
Design of Machine Elements |
3 |
| ENGT 305 |
Advanced Technical Analysis |
3 |
| EET 350 |
Fundamentals of Electrical Technology |
3 |
| EET 355 |
Electrical Laboratory |
1 |
| | Credit Hours | 16 |
| Spring |
|---|
| MET 330 |
Fluid Mechanics |
3 |
| MET 335 |
Fluid Mechanics Laboratory |
1 |
| MET 350 |
Thermal Applications |
3 |
| MET 370 |
Automation and Controls *** |
3 |
| MET 386 |
Automation and Controls Laboratory *** |
1 |
| ENMA 480 |
Ethics and Philosophy in Engineering Applications **** |
3 |
| ***** |
3 |
| | Credit Hours | 17 |
| Senior |
|---|
| Fall |
|---|
| MET 387 |
Power and Energy Laboratory |
2 |
| ENGT 434 |
Introduction to Senior Project |
1 |
| ENGN 401 |
Fundamentals of Engineering Review |
1 |
|
6 |
| ***** |
3 |
|
3 |
| | Credit Hours | 16 |
| Spring |
|---|
|
6 |
| ENGT 435W |
Senior Design Project () |
3 |
| ***** |
6 |
| | Credit Hours | 15 |
| | Total Credit Hours | 127 |
Mechanical Engineering Technology Senior Electives
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credit Hours |
| MET 400 | Computer Numerical Control in Production | 3 |
| MET 405 | Introduction To Welding Technologies | 3 |
| MET 406 | Additive Manufacturing | 3 |
| MET 410 | Advanced Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| MET 415 | Introduction to Robotics | 3 |
| MET 420 | Design for Manufacturing | 3 |
| MET 426 | Introduction to Mechatronics | 3 |
| MET 427 | Mechatronic System Design | 3 |
| MET 430 | Mechanical Subsystem Design | 3 |
| MET 431 | Modeling and Simulation of Mechatronic Systems | 3 |
| MET 440 | Heat Transfer | 3 |
| MET 445 | Computer Integrated Manufacturing | 3 |
| MET 450 | Energy Systems | 3 |
| MET 455 | Lean Engineering | 3 |
| MET 460 | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | 3 |
| MET 465 | Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing | 3 |
| MET 471 | Nuclear Systems I | 3 |
| MET 472 | Nuclear Systems II | 3 |
| MET 475 | Marine Engineering I | 3 |
| MET 476 | Marine Engineering II | 3 |
| MET 480 | High Performance Piston Engines | 3 |
| MET 485 | Maintenance Engineering | 3 |
Linked Bachelor's/Master's Degree Programs
These are designed to allow qualified students to secure a space in a master's program available in the Frank Batten College of Engineering and Technology while they are still pursuing their undergraduate degrees. An eligible student can choose a master's program in the same discipline as his/her bachelor's program or in a complementary discipline. Subject to the approval of the undergraduate and graduate program directors, a student enrolled in a linked program can count up to six credit hours of course work towards both the undergraduate and the graduate degrees. Full-time students may be able to complete the requirements for the bachelor's degree in four years and the master's degree in one additional year. Students in linked programs must earn a minimum of 150 credit hours (120 discrete credit hours for the undergraduate degree and 30 discrete credit hours for the graduate degree).
Students who are matriculated in an undergraduate major in the Frank Batten College of Engineering and Technology with a GPA of at least 3.00 overall and 3.00 in the major are eligible to apply for admission to a linked bachelor's/master's program. Transfer students who desire to be admitted to a linked program at the time they join an undergraduate major at Old Dominion University are eligible to apply if their overall GPA at their previous institution is 3.25 or higher. Prerequisite courses may be required for engineering technology majors to pursue a master's degree in engineering.
Continuance in a linked bachelor's/master's program requires maintenance of a GPA of 3.00 or higher overall and in the major.
Bachelor-to-PhD Programs
For a select number of exceptionally well-qualified students, the college has established a linked doctoral program that enables students to be admitted directly into the PhD program upon completion of the baccalaureate degree. A select number of exceptionally well-qualified students can be admitted to the Bachelor/PhD program in their junior year while they are pursuing one of the undergraduate programs at Old Dominion University. This program encourages admitted students to work closely with faculty members and pursue a research experience. Just as in the linked Bachelor/MS program, six credit hours of graduate course work may again be counted towards the undergraduate degree and doctoral course work mentioned above for the Bachelor/PhD program. For linked bachelor's to doctoral programs, students must earn a minimum of 198 credit hours (120 discrete credit hours for the undergraduate degree and 78 discrete credit hours for the graduate degree). Students in these programs must maintain a GPA of 3.50 or better throughout their bachelor's and doctoral studies.
The student may opt to obtain the master's degree along the way to the doctorate. To obtain the master's degree, the student must utilize the six graduate credits obtained as part of their undergraduate program, use 18 credits of the graduate course work that is part of the PhD, and also write a master's thesis.
