Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology
Offered at Penn State Altoona, Berks, New Kensington, and York.
Dr. Dhushy Sathianathan, Head of SEDTAPP, University Park Campus, 814-865-7589
Program Coordinators
RONALD LAND, Penn State New Kensington, 724-334-6730 rel9@psu.edu
TERRY SPEICHER, Penn State Berks, 610-396-6331 tls20@psu.edu
IRENE FERRARA, Penn State Altoona, 814-949-5568 ixf107@psu.edu
CHARLES GASTON, Penn State York, 717-771-4155 cag9@psu.edu
The Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology (B.S. EMET) degree program provides the basic undergraduate education required for a career as an electro-mechanical engineering technologist. The program emphasizes a breadth of knowledge in all fields of engineering technology related to typical, highly automated manufacturing, production, or assembly plant processes. Basic coverage is provided in all major areas of technology involved in the operation and control of manufacturing and production processes, including instrumentation and monitoring methods, principles of machine design, automated control techniques, thermal and fluid sciences, computerized manufacturing systems, principles of electrical and electronic circuit operation, computer-aided drafting and design, economics of production, and statistical analysis and quality control.
Program Objectives
The primary aim of the EMET program is to provide graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply current methods and technology to the development, design, operation, and management of electro-mechanical systems, particularly in those industries where automated systems are prevalent. Specific educational objectives of the program are to:
- Provide graduates with a broad knowledge of the electrical, electronic, and mechanical devices; instrumentation; machine technology; computer applications; and control equipment applicable to electro-mechanical systems.
- Prepare graduates who can apply technical knowledge to the development, operation, control, troubleshooting, maintenance, and management of automated electro-mechanical systems.
- Prepare graduates who can communicate effectively and work collaboratively in multi-discipline teams.
- Prepare graduates who are productive professionals in technical careers and who continue to adapt to changes in the technical fields.
The program achieves these objectives by developing students’ abilities to accomplish a variety of specific outcomes while they are enrolled in the degree program. Once they achieve these outcomes, graduates of the EMET program will be able to:
- Identify, analyze, and solve technical problems related to integration of electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, computers, and control components to perform industrial and manufacturing functions.
- Apply concepts of calculus, differential equations, and probability and statistics, as appropriate to the applied design and analysis of electro-mechanical systems.
- Plan and conduct experimental measurements, use modern test and data acquisition equipment, and analyze and interpret the results.
- Apply electrical, electronic, and mechanical devices; computers; and instrumentation systems, as appropriate, to the development, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electro-mechanical systems.
- Apply advanced engineering mechanics, engineering materials, machine design, and fluid mechanics, as appropriate, to the development, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electro-mechanical systems.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of control systems, including appropriate computer technologies and programming skills, as appropriate, to the development, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electro-mechanical systems.
- Choose appropriate technology to solve problems.
- Apply the engineering design process to solve open-ended problems.
- Recognize the social, economic, safety, quality, reliability, and ethical issues in the work environment.
- Effectively communicate their ideas and solutions orally, in writing, and graphically.
- Demonstrate the ability to work as professionals on a team and in a project environment.
- Recognize the need for life-long learning, be prepared to continue their education through formal or informal study, and be able to adapt to a continuously changing work environment.
- Display a respect for diversity and a knowledge of social and global issues.
The major is organized as a four-year baccalaureate program with the corresponding Penn State admission requirements. First-year students can enroll directly into the EMET program upon admission to the University. Graduates of an associate degree program in either electrical or mechanical engineering technology from Penn State may re-enroll into the EMET program as juniors. College of Engineering ENGR students may enroll through “Change of Major” procedures. Students from an engineering technology program at another institution or community college accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC of ABET) may transfer into the program with advanced standing.
A minimum of 130 credits is required to earn the B.S. degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology. The program is available at the Altoona, Berks, New Kensington, and York campuses.
Career Opportunities
The B.S. EMET program is the only one of its kind in the state of Pennsylvania and one of only a few similar programs in the U.S. Although programs such as this one are common throughout the world, they are relatively new to the U.S. The B.S. EMET, which is sometimes called mechatronics in other parts of the world, is unique in that it is designed for the individual with “hands-on” or applied interests in both electrical and mechanical areas, especially their interface and control.
Small and mid-sized manufacturing industries have expressed a need for individuals who are cross-trained in both electrical and mechanical disciplines. Representatives of these types of industries have been involved in the design of the curriculum.
Areas of specialization and concentration vary by location where this program is offered. They may include such specialty topics as automated manufacturing, instrumentation and controls, and power distribution. Consult the individual locations for specific information regarding their areas of specialization or concentration.
Opportunities vary by location where this program is offered. Among those that may be available are co-op, internship, or undergraduate research. Consult the individual locations for specific information.
Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology (EMET) Curriculum - Students at all locations
1st Semester |
2nd Semester |
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| EET 105 | Electrical Systems | 3 | CMPET 117 | Digital Electronics | 3 | |
| MET 105 | Mechanical Systems | 3 | CMPET 120 | Digital Electronics Lab | 1 | |
| EDSN 100 | Introduction to Engineering Design | 3 | MCH T 111 | Mechanics for Technology: Statics | 3 | |
| MATH 40 | Algebra. Trig. & Analytic Geom. | 5 | MCH T 112 | Mechanics for Technology Lab | 1 | |
| ENGL 15 | Rhetoric & Composition | 3 | MATH 83 | Technical Calculus | 4 | |
| First-year Seminar | 1 | CAS 100 | Effective Speech | 3 | ||
| GA, GH or GS course | 3 | |||||
| Total Credits: | 18 | Total Credits: | 18 |
3rd Semester |
4th Semester |
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| EET 114 | Electrical Circuits | 4 | EET 275 | Intro. to Programmable Logic Controls | 3 | |
| EET 118 | Electrical Circuits Lab | 1 | IET 215 | Production Design | 2 | |
| EMET 222 | Mechanics for Technology | 4 | IET 216 | Production Design Lab | 2 | |
| EGT 114 | Spatial Analysis & CAD | 2 | MATH 211 | Intermed. Calculus w/ Diff. Eqns | 3 | |
| MATH 210 | Calculus w/ Engr. Tech. Applications | 3 | GN Course | Genl. Educ. – Natural Science Course | 3 | |
| GA, GH or GS course | 3 | ENGL 202C | Technical Writing | 3 | ||
| Total Credits: | 17 | Total Credits: | 16 |
5th Semester |
6th Semester |
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| EET 212W | Op-amps & IC Electronics | 4 | EMET 330 | Meas. Theory & Instrumentation | 3 | |
| EMET 230 | Computerized I/O Systems | 3 | EMET 325 | Electric Drives | 3 | |
| EMET 326 | Mechanical Drives | 3 | EMET 350 | Quality Control, Inspection & Design | 3 | |
| CMPET 211 | Embedded Processors & DSP | 3 | GN Course | Genl. Educ. – Natural Science Course | 3 | |
| GN Course | Genl. Educ. – Natural Science Course | 3 | GA, GH or GS course | 3 | ||
| Total Credits: | 16 | Total Credits: | 15 |
7th Semester |
8th Semester |
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| EMET 410 | Automated Control Systems | 4 | EMET 405 | Elem. Fluids & Thermodynamics | 3 | |
| IET 333 | Engineering Economics for Tech. | 2 | EMET 440 | Electro-mechanical Project Design | 3 | |
| EMET xxx | Electro-Mechanical ET Elective Course | 3 | EMET xxx | Electro-Mechanical ET Elective Course | 3 | |
| GA, GH or GS course | 3 | GA, GH or GS course | 3 | |||
| Health & Phys. Activity | 3 | GA, GH or GS course | 3 | |||
| Total Credits: | 15 | Total Credits: | 15 |
Total Credits - 130
Courses listed in boldface type require a grade of C or better for graduation in this major.
The prerequisites for the courses listed above may be found on the following Web site: http://www.ecsel.psu.edu/StudentGuide.
Students considering enrolling into one of the baccalaureate ET programs at Penn State Harrisburg should be aware that the Capital College requires all graduates to have a minimum of six credits of physics, and at least three credits must be earned prior to admission to the baccalaureate program. This requirement should be considered when choosing natural sciences courses.
