Computer-Integrated Manufacturing - Central Michigan University

Computer-Integrated Manufacturing from Central Michigan University is a Campus Bachelor Manufacturing Technology degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. This major offers an integrated program of coursework for students planning CIM/CAD/CAM related careers. The course listings below are a representation of what this academic program requires. Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Major CPS 170 Operating Systems Commands Intensive introduction to using one or more operating systems (VMS, CMS, UNIX, etc.). Operating systems presented will be announced in the Class Schedule. CPS 180 Principles of Computer Programming Algorithm development and problem solving methods. Design and development of computer programs in a structured programming language. Corequisite: MTH 130. (University Program Group II-B) CPS 181 Introduction to Data Structures Continuation of CPS 180. Dynamic storage allocation, recursion, abstract data types (such as stacks, queues, linked lists, and binary trees), sorting and searching. Prerequisites: CPS 180; Corequisite: MTH 175. CPS 210 Assembly Language and Computer Organization Topics in assembly language concepts, introduction to computer organization, machine representation of information, models of computer architecture, instruction and addressing fundamentals, control structures. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CPS 181 Recommended: One of: MTH 132, MTH 136 or MTH 216. CPS 280 Alternative Programming Languages Intensive study of one or more selected programming languages, such as APL, LISP and ADA. Languages presented will be announced in the Phase I Class Schedule Booklet. Students may not earn credit for a language in which they already have credit in one of the primary programming sequences. Prerequisites: CPS 181 or ITC 111. CPS 340 Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms Theory of and advanced techniques for representation of information; lists, trees, graphs; analysis of algorithms; sorting, searching and hashing techniques. Prerequisites: CPS 181, CPS 210; MTH 223 or MTH 137. CPS 360 Computer Design and Architecture Logic gates, design and analysis of digital circuits, clocked digital circuits, processor micro-architecture, instructions sets and addressing modes, virtual memory. IET 154 Engineering Design Graphics Focus on engineering design fundamentals, design processes, and the utilization of graphics within design. Computer-Aided design and product data management techniques are covered. IET 359 Parametric Design and Modeling Development and production of engineering and technical models with computer systems and specialized computer aided software applications; introduction to parametric modeling and design. Prerequisites: IET 154 IET 375 Robotics A basic study of robotics including components, programming, and industrial applications. Prerequisite: IET 291 or permission of instructor. Recommended: IET 292. IET 377 Numerical Control Programming Processes and techniques to produce and use programs for numerically controlled machines including manual and microprocessor methods. IET 457 Computer-Aided Design Development and production of computer generated graphical images for solid-based models and basic system assemblies utilizing mass properties and boolean operations. Recommended: IET 359. IET 477 Computer-Assisted Numerical Control Programming Processes and techniques to produce and use programs for NC machines with main frame computer assistance in programming. Prerequisite: IET 377. IET 502 Computer Applications in Industry General/special purpose, digital/analog computer applications in industry and automation with emphasis on input/output devices and process control. Prerequisite: 12 IET credit hours. Electives CPS 282 Introduction to Multimedia Design Introduction to multimedia concepts. Survey of multimedia applications in fields such as education, business and entertainment. Introduction to multimedia authoring tools. Hands-on projects. Prerequisites: any CPS 100-level course, or permission of instructor. CPS 370 File Manipulation Techniques Creation and manipulation of program and data files, scientific and industrial applications of file-oriented systems, prominent computer languages having file processing capabilities. Prerequisite: CPS 181. CPS 380 Microcomputer Architecture Concepts and operation of microprocessors and microcomputers to include input/output, mass storage, memory, and small read-only memory operating systems. Prerequisites: CPS 210, CPS 360 or equivalent. CPS 410 Software Engineering Software specification, design methods, programming and testing techniques and CASE tools. Developing large software systems in a group environment using modern software engineering techniques. Prerequisites: CPS 340; Recommended: CPS 370. CPS 420 Windows Programming Introduction to programming for windowing systems. Graphical User Interfaces, object-oriented programming, shared data and program libraries. Mixed-language programming. Relationships among windowing systems. Prerequisites: CPS 340 or ITC 320. CPS 480 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Automated reasoning, search strategies, knowledge representation, game playing, expert systems, machine learning and perception; applications. Prerequisites: CPS 340. CPS 482 Advanced Multimedia Design Interactive multimedia projects will be designed using advanced authoring tools. Issues concerning representation, storage, compression, transmission, and manipulation of various multimedia components will be discussed. Prerequisites: CPS 282 or permission of instructor. CPS 541 Databases Physical and logical organizations of databases, database management systems, project involving a student-designed database. Prerequisites: CPS 340 and CPS 370; or ITC 441 and permission of instructor. CPS 565 Computer Networks I Introduction to computer networks. Point-to-point, local area and wireless networks. Protocols, routing algorithms, and congestion control in networks. Prerequisites: CPS 340, 360. CPS 575 Computer Graphics Representation of line drawings, handwritings, and three-dimensional surfaces in computers. A plotter and graphics terminal are used. Prerequisites: CPS 181; MTH 137 or MTH 223. CPS 576 Digital Image Processing Digital image fundamentals. Introduction to digital image processing concepts and techniques. Image transforms. Enhancement, segmentation, representation, and description of images. Image encoding and restoration. Prerequisites: CPS 340; MTH 175, MTH 223; or permission of instructor. IET 170 Metal Technology Introduction to the processing of metal materials through casting, fabricating, machining, and basic welding. IET 326 Manufacturing Methods Analysis Study of methods, materials, tools and equipment for optimizing production operations. IET 350 Mechanism Design Study of mechanisms with graphical and analytical analysis of displacement, velocity, acceleration, motion, gearing, gear trains, linkages, and cams. Recommended: MTH 106, MTH 108, or MTH 130. IET 354 Descriptive Geometry Instruction and exercises emphasizing the space relationships of points, lines, planes, and solids. Prerequisite: IET 154 or departmental permission. IET 379 Mechanics of Materials Introduction to methods of determining the internal stresses and deflections of basic load-carrying members of construction and machine applications. Prerequisites: PHY 145, PHY 175; or PHY 130, PHY 170. IET 425 Industrial Internship Supervised work experiences in industry. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: departmental permission. IET 426 Plant Layout and Materials Handling Study of plant layout through the development of overall layout, area detailing, scale models, and drawing of flow diagrams. IET 450 Machine Design Graphics Design layouts, calculations, and detail and assembly drawings of machines are made. Prerequisites: IET 359 or department permission. IET 455 Tool Design Covers the process of planning and developing tools, fixtures, and devices for efficient and economical manufacture of a product. Prerequisites: IET 170, IET 359. IET 458 Surface Modeling View more details on Central Michigan University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Manufacturing Technology courses.