Course Objective

A study of research tools, methods, and data collection techniques used in the field of Engineering Technology. Emphasis will be placed on design of experiments to quantify manufacturing processes/performance. The gathering, analyzing, and presenting statistical and other technical information related to manufacturing. Common formats and documentation styles found in manufacturing will be discussed such as; Technical reports, product documentation, and correspondence

Student Objectives

1. Students will apply data collection methods
2. Students will apply descriptive statistical processes on collected data.
3. Students will identify different types of data
4. Students will use relevant publication, research and data sets in their literature review.
5. Students will create a research proposal to identify, collect, and analyze data related to a manufacturing process or procedure
6. Students will present their findings
7. Students will be familiar with common documents and reports found in manufacturing related jobs. Audit reports, Improvement Studies, and Process/Product Documentation.