Students in this course, complete several projects that test the proper application of the different processes conveyed to them in both class and lab sessions. These projects, consisting of multiple components, must meet specifications and requirements that would be expected of the manufacturing staff in industrial settings. Their parts must be finished in a professional, functional and aesthetic manner to exacting tolerances. These expectations are conveyed, through engineering drawings that the students must proficiently decipher to meet a successful outcome.
This approach to fostering the growth of young engineers is certainly not a new concept, but it is something that sets this program apart from many others offered at universities of this size. We find that this method, produces entry-level engineers with a superior ability to design, manufacture and practically apply their experiences.
This facility supports all of the hands-on aspects of our Mechanical Engineering Program. After completing MECH 200, students are encourage to use the laboratory for the projects that they are assigned in their other core classes for the remainder of their time at CSU. Mechatronics, Sophomore Design and Senior Design to name a few
The EMEC is the latest development in a long tradition of this program having a fully functional manufacturing space for its students. Though the size of the facilities and the philosophy behind the purpose of this entity have changed many times over the history of this program, giving its students a unique and valuable set of skills, has always been the driving force in why we do what we do.