As technology evolves, so do manufacturing processes. Our Minor in Manufacturing equips mechanical engineering students with knowledge, skills and perspectives that will enhance their career prospects and prepare them to contribute effectively in today's dynamic industrial landscape.
In this program, engineering students will learn to design for manufacturing, manufacturing processes and robotics systems, all while fostering innovative thinking to solve manufacturing problems and improve current processes.
Courses will prepare students to apply appropriate theories and methods to analyze and design manufacturing technologies and systems despite economic constraints or sustainability and environmental concerns. Students will also learn to communicate effectively about problem solutions, technologies and system designs.
Students pursuing this minor may tailor their learning experience by selecting one of three distinctive tracks, each offering specialized expertise and insights:
Mechatronics and Robotics
Production and Process Improvement
Six Sigma
Connecticut offers a unique array of assets that have contributed to its reputation as a world-class leader in manufacturing. As the only state with an official Chief Manufacturing Officer, Connecticut's commitment to investing in and growing our manufacturing workforce and innovation is reflected in the actions of our state officials.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MER 250 | Computer Aided Design | 3 |
| MER 340 | Manufacturing/Machine Component Design | 3 |
| MER 490 | Engineering Professional Experience | 0-1 |
| Select One of the Following Tracks | ||
| 1. Mechatronics/Robotics | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| MER 475 | Mechatronics | 3 |
| IER 370 | Industrial Robotics (MER 375) | 3 |
| Select one of the following courses | 1-3 | |
| Production Systems (MER 225) | ||
| Lean Systems Engineering (MER 235) | ||
| Physical Human Factors and the Workplace (MER 245) | ||
| Operations Planning and Control | ||
| Statistical Process Control | ||
| 2. Production and Process Improvement | ||
| Take three of the following courses | 7-9 | |
| Production Systems (MER 225) | ||
| Lean Systems Engineering (MER 235) | ||
| Physical Human Factors and the Workplace (MER 245) | ||
| Operations Planning and Control | ||
| Industrial Robotics (MER 375) | ||
| Statistical Process Control | ||
| 3. Six Sigma | ||
| Take the following two courses | ||
| IER 492 | Six Sigma - Black Belt Project Exp I | 3 |
| IER 497 | Six Sigma - Black Belt Project Experience II | 3 |
| Take one of the following courses | 1-3 | |
| Production Systems (MER 225) | ||
| Lean Systems Engineering (MER 235) | ||
| Physical Human Factors and the Workplace (MER 245) | ||
| Operations Planning and Control | ||
| Statistical Process Control | ||
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