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Table of Contents | Areas of Study | Manufacturing Technology - 26 courses

MFRG101 Introduction to Manufacturing (Fall) -- 2.0 hoursThis course is designed to provide an overview and foundation for persons interested in or currently employed in the manufacturing industry. The class provides the student abbreviated instruction in a variety of academic, skill and attitude areas considered to be an integral part of successful employment within the industry. Students will engage in learning activities focused upon mathematics, precision measuring, employee "soft" skills, safety, quality, blueprint reading and basic manufacturing processes. Overall, the class will explore the various roles and responsibilities of employees related to production and company performance. This course is considered to be an excellent beginning course to expose the student to the many areas involved in a certificate or Applied Science degree program in the manufacturing area. Notes: This course is not available for web registration. [C] IAI:

MFRG105 Mechatronics I (Intro to Maintenance) (Fall) -- 3.0 hours

Introduces the basic principals and practices of mechanical technology used in advanced manufacturing and mechatronics systems. This course will examine the appropriate procedures for the installation, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical machine components. Issues including; material properties, surface finish, lubrication, and preventive maintenance of mechatronic systems will be discussed. Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG110 Maintenance Tools and Procedures (Fall) -- 3.0 hoursThis course will describe the tools and procedures typically utilized in the diagnosis, repair, installation, and set-up of industrial machinery.  Through extensive hands-on exercises, students will learn the proper and accurate use of all types of precision measuring tools and equipment.  In addition, the safe and proper use of hand tools, power tools, lifting equipment, rigging, and other maintenance equipment is covered.  Finally, students will get extensive practice in the disassembly of industrial machinery and the procedures followed for accurate diagnosis of worn parts and components.  This class will further develop logical diagnostic skills introduced in MFRG 105. Prerequisites: MFRG105 Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG120 Introduction to Engineering Technology ( ) -- 4.0 hoursThis course is an introduction to engineering careers and the engineering process. Student will be taught the engineering process, design and development through classroom lectures, online research and project work. Prerequisites: DRAF161 and and a Asset Elementary Algebra Score of 46 or higher. Notes: [ ] IAI:

MFRG160 Basic Machining I (Fall and Spring) -- 3.0 hoursThis course is an introduction to machine tools and processes associated with the machine trade.  Students are taught the fundamentals of shop safety, the use of metal hand tool, bench and layout work and the skills needed for the preparation for metal removal processes.  Machine shop measurements using precision measuring devices are stressed in the course. Notes: [C] IAI: MTM 921

MFRG161 Machining II (Spring) -- 3.0 hoursThis course is an introduction to the lathe engine.  Students are taught the fundamentals of shop safety and skills associated with the operation of the lathe engine for metal removal processes. Prerequisites: MFRG160 Notes: [C] IAI: MTM 922

MFRG162 Machine Tools III (Fall) -- 3.0 hoursThis course is an introduction to the mill and surface grinder.  Students are taught the fundamentals of shop safety and skills assocdiated with the operation of the mill and surface grinder for metal removal processes. Prerequisites: MFRG161 Notes: [C] IAI: MTM 923

MFRG163 Machine Tools IV (Spring) -- 3.0 hoursThis course will allow the student to demonstrate and advance the skills acquired in Machining I, II and III through the development of an independent project.  Students are further prepared for NIMS testing. Prerequisites: MFRG162 Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG164 Machining V (As Needed) -- 3.0 hoursThis course will allow the student to demonstrate and advance the skills acquired in Machining I, II, III and IV through the development of a group project.  Students are further prepared for NIMS testing. Prerequisites: MFRG163 Notes: [ ] IAI:

MFRG168 CNC Setup & Operations (Spring) -- 4.0 hoursIntroduction to the fundamentals of programming and operating computerized numerically controlled machining equipment.  Emphasis on set up, tooling, operation, and basic program development. Prerequisites: MFRG160 Notes: [C] IAI: MTM 915

MFRG169 Intro to CNC Programming (Fall) -- 4.0 hoursContinuation of CNC I with emphasis on programming, debugging, and operation techniques. Prerequisites: MFRG168 Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG170 Applied CNC Programming (Spring) -- 4.0 hoursThis course will continue the study of Computer Numerical Control programming started in MFRG 169.  Students will learn more advanced techniques which is required in the production of complex items on a CNC machine.  Particular advanced features of the specific controllers will also be explored. Prerequisites: MFRG169 Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG185 Supervised Occupational Experience (Spring) -- 3.0 hoursOn-the-job training in an Industrial or related area during the second semester. Prerequisites: Consent from Division Dean is required. Notes: This course is not available for web registration. [C] IAI:

MFRG199 Apprenticeship Worksite Experience (Fall or Spring) -- 1.0 hourStudents who are participating in an apprenticeship program started at the secondary level are the only ones eligible to enroll in this class.  Depending upon the design of the individual apprenticeship program the student may be required to participate in worksite activities during the Summer semester prior to the regular Fall semester as a Freshman at Danville Area Community College.  Additionally, some apprenticeships require worksite activities during the Fall and Spring semesters. Apprenticeship students can enroll in this class a maximum of 4 times to cover worksite activities during their program of study.  This class requires a minimum of 75 hours at the worksite during the semester of enrollment.  For those students who know that they will be working more than 150 hours at the worksite during the semester, they should enroll in MFRG 299.  Enrollment is contingent upon approval from Division Chair. Prerequisites: Consent from Division Dean required. Notes: This course is not available for web registration. [ ] IAI:

MFRG200 Manufacturing Management & Quality (Spring) -- 3.0 hoursThis course will introduce to the student the types of management often utilized in the manufacturing industry.  It will discuss leadership, ethics, and conflict resolution.  Students will also learn about quality control strategies such as TQM, SPC, and other efforts. Prerequisites: MFRG110 or MFRG160 Notes: [C] IAI: MTM 914

MFRG220 Mechanical Diagnosis and Repair (Spring) -- 4.0 hoursThis course will provide the student a comprehensive exposure to the mechanical operating principles, systems, and components of industrial machinery.  Emphasis will be placed on mechanical wear, vibration, and metal characteristics.  Students will get extensive instruction in the removal and installation of gaskets and seals, bearings, couplings, gearing, clutches and brakes, belt drives, chain drives, and shafting. Hands-on experience with the operation, disassembly, and reassembly of these mechanical units will be a large portion of this class.  Heavy emphasis will be placed on diagnostic and troubleshooting skills utilized throughout the disassembly and reassembly process. Prerequisites: MFRG110 Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG230 Electrical Diagnosis and Repair (Spring) -- 4.0 hoursThis course will provide the student a comprehensive exposure to the electrical system and components utilized on typical industrial machinery.  Emphasis will be placed on the understanding of electrical schematics, location and testing of electrical components, and the overall analysis of the electrical system.  Students will get extensive instruction on the removal and installation of electrical components following proper safety procedures.  Hands-on experience with the use of electrical testing equipment in concert with machine specifications and blueprints will be a large portion of this class.  Heavy emphasis will be placed on diagnostic and troubleshooting skills utilized throughout the disassembly and reassembly of the electrical system. Prerequisites: ELEC160 Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG231 Mechatronics V (Hydraulic Diagnosis and Repair) (Fall or Spring) -- 4.0 hours This course will provide the student a comprehensive exposure to the hydraulic system and components utilized on typical industrial machinery.  Emphasis will be placed on the understanding of hydraulic schematics, location and testing of hydraulic components, and the overall analysis of the hydraulic system.  Students will get extensive instruction on the removal and installation of hydraulic components following proper safety procedures.  Hands-on experience with the use of hydraulic testing equipment in concert with machine specifications and blueprints will be a large portion of this class.  Heavy emphasis will be placed on diagnostic and troubleshooting skills utilized throughout the disassembly and reassembly of the hydraulic system.
Prerequisites: MATT133 and MFRG110
Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG245 Applied Problem Solving (As Needed) -- 3.0 hoursCreative approach to the recognition, analysis, and resolution of basic engineering problems.  Emphasis on the solution to abstract problems. Prerequisites: Consent from Division Dean required. Notes: This course is not available for web registration. [C] IAI:

MFRG250 Pneumatic Diagnosis and Repair (Fall or Spring) -- 4.0 hoursThis course will provide the student a comprehensive exposure to the pneumatic system and components utilized on typical industrial machinery.  Emphasis will be placed on the understanding of pneumatic schematics, location and testing of pneumatic components, and the overall analysis of the pneumatic system.  Students will get extensive instruction on the removal and installation of pneumatic components following proper safety procedures.  Hands-on experience with the use of pneumatic testing equipment in concert with machine specifications and blueprints will be a large portion of this class.  Heavy emphasis will be placed on diagnostic and troubleshooting skills utilized throughout the disassembly and reassembly of the pneumatic system. Prerequisites: MFRG110 or MATT133 Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG260 Machine Rebuilding & Setup I (Spring) -- 4.0 hoursThis course will expose the student to the complete diagnose and repair process for an industrial production machine.  The project will involve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems which will have to be analyzed and repaired.  The student will have the opportunity to perform a complete machine disassembly, repair, and reassembly using proper tools and techniques learned in earlier classes.  Heavy emphasis will be placed on shop work, blueprint reading, machine specifications, and diagnostic and troubleshooting skills. Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG265 Machine Rebuilding & Setup II (Spring) -- 4.0 hoursThis course will build on the student’s knowledge and skills acquired through successful completion of MFRG 260 but will place emphasis on the operation and repair of advanced control systems.  Programmable logic controllers (PLC) will be covered to the extent that the maintenance person can still be effective in the diagnosis and repair of machines that incorporate the use of PLC control systems.  In addition, computer numerical control (CNC) will be covered to the extent that the maintenance person can still be effective in the diagnosis and repair of machines that incorporate the use of CNC technology. Prerequisites: MFRG260, MFRG168 and ELEC169. Notes: [C] IAI:

MFRG280 CAD/CAM (Spring) -- 3.0 hours Theory and laboratory experience in the fundamentals of programming a CAD based system to generate numerical control programs for production machinery.  Creation of tool data bases, machining curves, tool paths for lathes and mills are covered.  In addition, tool and turret statements, machine characteristics, post processors are covered.
Prerequisites: DRAF266 and MFRG169
Notes: [C] IAI: MTM 933

MFRG285 S.O.E. Industrial (Spring) -- 3.0 hoursOn-the-job training in an Industrial or related area during the fourth semester. Prerequisites: Consent from Instructor and Division Dean required. Notes: This course is not available for web registration. [C] IAI:

MFRG290 Special Project (As Needed) -- 2.0 hoursIndividual study for Sophomore students in Manufacturing Technology Field. Prerequisites: Consent from Division Dean required. Notes: This course is not available for web registration. [C]

MFRG299 Apprenticeship Worksite Experience (Fall or Spring) -- 2.0 hoursStudents who are participating in an apprenticeship program started at the secondary level are the only ones eligible to enroll in this class.  Depending upon the design of the individual apprenticeship program the student may be required to participate in worksite activities during the Summer semester prior to the regular Fall semester as a Sophomore at Danville Area Community College.  Additionally, some apprenticeships require worksite activities during the Fall and Spring semesters. Apprenticeship students can enroll in this class a maximum of 4 times to cover worksite activities during their program of study.  This class requires a minimum of 150 hours at the worksite during the semester of enrollment.  For those students who know that they will be working less than 150 hours at the worksite during the semester, they should enroll in MFRG 199.  Enrollment is contingent upon approval from Division Chair. Prerequisites: Consent from Division Dean required. Notes: This course is not available for web registration. [ ] IAI:

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[T] indicates a transfer course. Transfer courses can be counted towards a transfer degree. Transferability for specific institutions and majors varies. Consult a counselor for this information.

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