Manufacturing Technology (A.S.)

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Program Coordinator/Contact

Teresa Hall, Department Head
Department of Construction and Operations Management
Solberg Hall 116
605-688-6417

Program Information

The Manufacturing Technology major prepares students for entry-level technical positions in advanced manufacturing and its supply chains. Completion of the Manufacturing Technology major will allow students to transfer 60 credits of coursework towards the B.S. in Operations Management .

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation from the Manufacturing Technology program, students will have:

an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, and science.
an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
an ability to formulate or design a system, process, or program to meet desired needs.
an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
an ability to communicate effectively.
the broad education necessary to understand the impact of solutions in a global and societal context.
a recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
a knowledge of contemporary issues.
an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern scientific and technical tools necessary for professional practice.

Course Delivery Format

The program provides coursework on the University Center - Sioux Falls campus in classroom, laboratory, and field based settings.

Requirements for Manufacturing Technology Major: 60 Credits

Associate of Science

System General Education Requirements

Goal #1 Written Communication:
ENGL 101
and SGR #1 Elective Credits: 6
Goal #2 Oral Communication:
SPCM 101
Credits: 3
Goal #3 Social Sciences/Diversity : Credits: 3
Goal #4 Arts and Humanities/Diversity : Credits: 3
Goal #5 Mathematics:
MATH 102
Credits: 3
Goal #6 Natural Sciences:
CHEM 106-106L
and SGR #6 Elective Credits: 7

Major Requirements

GE 101 - Introduction to Engineering and Technical Professions Credits: 1
GE 121 - Engineering Design Graphics I Credits: 1
GE 123 - Computer Aided Drawing Credits: 1
GE 210 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Credits: 2
GE 231 - Technology, Society, and Ethics Credits: 3
GE 265 - Industrial Safety Credits: 3
MNET 150 - Introduction to Manufacturing Processes Credits: 3
MNET 243 - Introduction to Materials Science Credits: 3
MNET 251 - Electricity and Electronics I Credits: 3
MNET 265 - Quality Assurance Credits: 3
MNET 367-367L - Production Strategy and Lab Credits: 3

Supporting Coursework

ACCT 210 - Principles of Accounting I (COM) Credits: 3
ACCT 211 - Principles of Accounting II (COM) Credits: 3
MGMT 325 - Management Information Systems (COM) Credits: 3

Total Required Credits: 60

Summary of Program Requirements

Associate of Science
System General Education Requirements	25 Credit Hours
Major Requirements	26 Credit Hours
Supporting Coursework	9 Credit Hours
Electives**	0 Credit Hours

**Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.

Academic Advising Guide Sheet

The goal of the academic advising guide sheets and sample plans of study is to promote undergraduate student success by guiding all students to timely completion of an undergraduate degree. Students are not limited to the course sequence provided for their academic program. Instead, the sample plan of study is one possible path to completing your degree and is meant to be used as a guide for planning purposes in consultation with an academic advisor. The plans also help students prepare for meetings with their academic advisor and track their progress in their selected academic program.