Our mission is to provide students with the essential knowledge, skills, and work habits to excel in their careers and future learning.
PROGRAM SYLLABUS
Course Advanced Engineering Technology
National Career Cluster: U.S. Dept. of Education, STEM
Michigan Career Pathway: Engineering, Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
Instructor:
Credentials
Mr. Gregory Butts
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Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology from Siena Heights
University
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Masters of Science from Central Michigan University
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State of Michigan teaching certification - Industrial Technology (IX) and
Vocational Technology (VT)
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State of Michigan occupational (vocational) certifications – Engineering
Technology (15.000) and Machine Tool Operation/Machine Shop
(48.0501)
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NIMS (National Institute of Metalworking Skills) certification
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Member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
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US Department of Labor Journeyman Toolmaker
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US Department of Labor Journeyman Machine Repair/Machinist
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27 years at General Motors in Skilled Trades and Manufacturing
Engineering
Contact Information
Types of Credit
Articulation Agreements
517-244-1342 e-mail: gbutts@inghamisd.org
Fourth year math credit
Elective Credit: Recommended by CACC; awarded by sending school
Lansing Community College
Eastern Michigan University
Ferris State University
Washtenaw Community College
Special Requirements/Program Prerequisites
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Good attendance
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Good basic math skills
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First year algebra (suggested)
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Course Description
CIP Code: 15.0000
Advance Engineering Technology is an intensive, hands-on cluster that will prepare students to enter postsecondary institutions or move directly into employment opportunities. Students will learn high-tech engineering technologies like CAD and Design, CNC/CAM, Robotics, as well as the mechanical and electrical aspects of today’s automated manufacturing systems. The module based, mixed delivery of the course allows students to cover theory-based content online, then go in-depth with more hands-on projects including diagnostics, assembly, programming, and design. Students work at their own pace and can focus or specialize in a pathway of their choice such as pre-engineering, advanced manufacturing skills, CNC programming and operation, or CAD and Design.
Course Standards
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Safety and Health
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Instrumentation and Measurement
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Mechanical Components and Systems
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Computer and Control Systems
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Equipment Controls and Sensors
 Computer Aided Design (CAD)
 Machining/CNC Equipment
 Mechatronics Concepts and Principles
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Electrical Components and Systems
Hydraulic/Pneumatic Components and
Systems
Digital Electronics Fundamentals and
PLC’s
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Robotics
Career and Employability
Year Sequence:
(dynamic based on student interest)
Semester 1:
Safety (ongoing)
Blueprint/Schematics/Drafting (ongoing)
Metrology – Quality/Measurements
Mechanical Systems – Drives/Conveyance/Simple and Compound Machines
Electrical Systems – Motor Control/VFD/Servo/Sensor Driven/Electronics/Sensors
Pneumatics – System design/Electro and Sensor Driven/Trouble Shooting
Hydraulics - System design/Electro and Sensor Driven/Trouble Shooting
Semester 2:
Motor Control - Control Relay Circuits/Ladder Diagrams
PLCs – Boolean Logic/Ladder Logic/Programming
Robotics – Operation and Programming/Interfacing/Material Handling
System Design/Prototyping/CAD
Machining/Programing/CNC/Manufacturing
System Integration/Mechatronics – Sequencing/Programming
Work Based Learning Opportunities
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Guest speakers
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Field trips
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Job shadow
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Unpaid work experience
Co-op
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Grading Policy
Item Points/Percentage
Work Habits (includes attendance)
Academic
Lab
Total:
35%
32%
33%
100%
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Work Habits: Points based upon your attitude, quality, professionalism, motivation, resources, and attendance.
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Academic (Tests, quizzes, and Worksheet grades): Your instructor may choose to give you a grade for all classroom work you take for the program.
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Lab (Project Grades): You will be given a grade for every completed project that you work on.
A = 93-100%
A- = 90-92%
B = 83-86%
B- = 80-82%
C = 73-76%
C- = 70-72%
D = 63-66%
D- = 60-62%
B+ = 87-89% C+ = 77-79% D+ = 67-69% E = 59 or below
Student Code of Conduct
Good student conduct is important for maintaining a healthy course environment. Students enrolled in the
Precision Machining/CAM program are expected to:
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Exercise self-control o Use courteous language o Resolve conflict in a mature manner o Be appropriately dressed and groomed
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Demonstrate a positive attitude o Take a leadership role o Be polite o Be cooperative
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Respect the rights and feelings of others o Behave in a manner that does not disrupt others o Treat others with courtesy and respect (i.e., put oneself in the place of the other person, whether that person is another student, teacher, parent/guardian, community person, administrator, lunchroom or custodial worker, or any other person on campus)
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Take responsibility for school property o Respect the building, grounds, and property o Conserve resources in the classroom and lab
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Support the learning process o Attend all classes regularly and on time o Be prepared for class (i.e., bring assignments, books, and supplies) o Listen carefully to instructions o Participate in class activities
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