• MSE 3700: Manufacturing Systems I

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course focuses on effective design and implementation of reliable, economically competitive, and environmentally benign manufacturing processes and systems. Topics will include an overview of the manufacturing systems approach in production, control, quality, automation, an introduction to facilities planning and design, an introduction to operations research and simulation in manufacturing, and engineering economics. Students will also be introduced to DoD systems engineering terminology. Prerequisite:    ENGR 2140 and MFET 2320
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• MSE 3710: Comp Aided Manuf/Additive Lab

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course will introduce and explain concepts behind Computer-Automated Manufacturing (CAM). It will define elements, terms, and concepts involved with CAM. Elements of rapid prototyping will also be covered from conceptual design in solids to production of tooling and parts. This course is designed for those who have the basic understanding of the setup and operation of CNC machine tools and programming. Software will be used to perform the CAM operations, such as part generation and post processing. Prerequisite:    DET 1010 and DET 1160 and MSE 1210 and MSE 3460
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• MSE 3850: Stat Process Control & Reliab

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Control of quality with statistical analysis; typical control techniques and underlying theory. Development of reliability models and procedures for product assurance. Course will utilize Minitab and Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet software. Prerequisite:    MATH 1040 and MATH 3410 and MFET 2410
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• MSE 3910: Six Sigma Methods & Tools

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Six Sigma methods use statistical tools to bring about continual improvement of quality in manufactured goods and services and to document that positive change has occurred. These tools include Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Measurement Systems Analysis (gage R&R), Control Charts, Process Capability Analysis, and Design of Experiments. Students will learn and apply these methods and tools through class participation and completion of required projects. Course will utilize Minitab and Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software. Prerequisite:    MFET 3810 and MSE 3850
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• MSE 4010: Facility Design & Material

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  In-depth concepts in the planning and design of manufacturing facilities, product analysis, manufacturing processes and equipment selection, and schedule design; flow, space, activity relationships and space planning; location and layout; material handling systems; and facilities planning models. Prerequisite:    MSE 3360 and MSE 3460 and MSE 3700
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• MSE 4590: Lean Manufacturing Systems

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course addresses the organization, design, and management of production systems using lean manufacturing techniques. Topics include work standardization, visual manufacturing, workplace organization, poke-yoke methodology, value stream mapping, setup reduction, batch size reduction, kaizen, total productive maintenance, pull systems/kanbans, cellular manufacturing design concepts, & cellular plant layout concepts. Prerequisite:    MFET 2300 and MFET 2320
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• MSE 4600: Prod Syst Model & Analysis Lab

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Design and analysis of production systems. Fixed, flexible, and programmable automation. Modeling and simulation of alternative production systems in conjunction with the systems-design process. Prerequisite:    MSE 3460 and MSE 3700
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• MSE 4610: Project Managemt for Engineers

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course is focused on teaching methods and tools for planning and managing complex product and system development projects. The class will focus on the preparation, planning, monitoring and adaptation of projects. The class is organized into five loosely interwoven modules; project planning and simulation techniques, case studies, project tracking, international projects, and project management resources. Prerequisite:    MSE 3040 and MSE 3460 Corequisite:    MSE 4615
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• MSE 4615: Lab: Senior Project Design I

  2.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This is an engineering laboratory subject for manufacturing systems engineering seniors. Major emphasis is on interplay between analytical and experimental methods in solution of research and development problems. Communication (written and oral) of results is also a strong component of the course. Groups of three or more students work together for two terms on an assigned engineering and design project. Must be taken concurrent with MSE 4610 Project Management for Engineers. Corequisite:    MSE 4610
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• MSE 4620: Lab: Senior Project Design II

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Continuation of MSE 4615. Team assignments will lead to the construction, testing and optimization of the design. This includes detailed engineering analysis and testing of prototypes, final parameter and tolerance design, and economic analysis of the project. Senior Project II culminates in a final design review based on formal student presentations of the documented final product and verification that the final product meets all requirements. Prerequisite:    MSE 4610 and MSE 4615
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