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Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology Degree

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Learn how to collaborate with a team in understanding the theories and practical application of manufacturing design engineering by enrolling in the Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology. You’ll use state-of-the-art, computer-aided tools and simulation modeling techniques to design complex engineering devices while developing a realistic awareness of product life cycles and engineering systems. You’ll explore the impact of human factors such as ergonomics and safety issues required in engineering systems, products, and services design.

Throughout the manufacturing engineer degree program, your team will study actual production and design problems to develop useful and effective manufacturing systems. The program develops communication skills and provides the global and team awareness needed to succeed as a manufacturing design engineer.

In support of the National University mission, the educational objectives of the Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology degree program are to prepare graduates to achieve success within a few years of graduation. The graduates are expected to:

  1. Succeed in pursuing chosen career path and demonstrate technical competence in utilizing manufacturing design engineering technology principles and skills in industry, academia, or the public sector.
  2. Engage in sustained learning through graduate education, professional development, and self-study in manufacturing design engineering technology, and other professionally related fields.
  3. Function well on a diverse and multidisciplinary team with effective communication skills.
  4. Exhibit leadership, high standards of ethical conduct, and societal responsibility in the practice of manufacturing design engineering technology.

Degree Requirements

To receive a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology, students must complete at least 180 quarter units, 76.5 of which must be completed at the upper-division level and 45 of which must be taken in residence, including the research project classes, and a minimum of 69 units of the University General Education requirements. In the absence of transfer credit, students may need to take additional general electives to satisfy the total units for the degree. Students should refer to the section on undergraduate admission procedures for specific information on admission and evaluation. All students receiving an undergraduate degree in Nevada are required by State Law to complete a course in Nevada Constitution.

National University awards credit in quarter units, with each academic year divided into four 12-week quarters. 

Each quarter is made up of three 4-week classes, with one class per month. Under the current policy, 4.5 units of credit are awarded for courses.

PRogram Requirements

11 Courses

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 12A and MTH 12B, or Accuplacer test placement evaluation

Examines higher degree polynomials, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry and matrix algebra needed for more specialized study in mathematics, computer science, engineering and other related fields. Computer and/or graphing calculator use is highly recommended.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: 2 years of high school algebra and MTH 204, or MTH 215, or MTH 216A and MTH 216B

Non-calculus based general physics course for earth and life science majors. Study of force, laws of motion, heat, fluid mechanics, electricity, magnetism, light (optics) and modern physics.

One of the following LAbs:

1.5 Quarter Units

Non-calculus based general physics lab course for earth and life science majors. Laboratory experiments and exercises will include data analysis and evaluations of measurement. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following: force, gravity, laws of motion, fluid mechanics, electricity, and light (optics).

1.5 Quarter Units

Non-calculus based general physics lab course for Master of Science in Environmental Engineering online program. The course includes interactive illustrations, explorations, and problems in major parts of General Physics: Kinematics, Dynamics, Electric current and Optics.

4.5 Quarter Units

Recommended Preparation: MTH 204, or MTH 215, or MTH 216A and MTH 216B

Fundamentals of inorganic and organic chemistry, including bonding and basic types of reactions. An introduction to nuclear, biological and environmental chemistry. Basic principles and calculations of chemistry with emphasis in the areas of atomic structure, molecular structure and properties, equilibrium, thermodynamics, oxidation-reduction and kinetics.

One of the following LABS:

1.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: CHE 101, or CHE 141 for science majors

This laboratory course will complement the student’s knowledge of chemistry with demonstrations and experiments.

1.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: CHE 101

An online-only laboratory class that introduces engineering students to the fundamentals and procedures of chemistry laboratory. Open only for students in the Master of Science in Environmental Engineering, and is not a substitute for the course CHE 101A.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 215

Introduction to the latest version of Auto CAD software for two- and three-dimensional modeling, engineering graphics and technical drawings.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 215

An examination of the major mathematical tools for engineers and scientists.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: EGR 220

Introduction to the key topics in strength of materials with focus on applications, problem solving and design of structural members, mechanical devices, and engineering systems.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 215

A study of fundamentals of direct and alternating current, basic circuit theory, three-phase circuits, transformers, electrical generators, and motors.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 215

(Cross-listed and equivalent to MTH220) Focus on differential and integral calculus with applications. Topics include limits and continuity, derivatives, standard rules of differentiation including chain rule, exponential and logarithmic forms, curve sketching, definition of anti-derivatives; integration rules including substitution and by parts, coverage of Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and a brief exposure to numeric integration. Students may not receive credit for both CSC 208 and MTH 220.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: CSC 208, or MTH 220; EGR 220

Introduction to the theory and applications of probability and statistics. Topics include data and numerical summary measures, fundamental concepts of probability, conditional probability, random variables, common distributions, quality and reliability and statistical inference (estimation, hypothesis testing, and regression). The emphasis is on developing problem solving skills and application to business, social sciences and engineering.

*May be used to satisfy a general education requirement.

Requirements for the Major

15 Courses

4.5 Quarter Units

Course focuses on basic principles and new developments in the legal aspects of architectural, engineering and construction processes. Coverage includes contractor licensing, professional design services, liability, intellectual property, and competitive bidding.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: CSC 208, or EGR 220

The scientific approach to problem solving through analysis and design are presented using modern computer science and engineering examples. Critical thinking and communication skills will be used to interpret and present results from real-world case studies where computers were used to solve scientific problems.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: EGR 320 with a minimum grade of C. The laboratory experiments in EGR 320L build on the content covered in EGR 320 (mechanical, electrical, and thermodynamics problem solving concepts).

Using hands-on computer tools, the scientific approach to problem solving through analysis and design is applied in this laboratory course. Results from these hands-on activities will be interpreted and presented both on an individual basis and in a team environment. Critical thinking and communication skills will be used to interpret and present results of scientific investigations.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: EGR 219

Introduction to simulation modeling and analysis, model development, intermediate and detailed modeling, modeling issues and techniques.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 215

Economic Analysis for decision making with emphasis on rate of return, net present value, benefit-cost and multi-objective evaluation methods. Cost estimation and alternative analysis.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: EGR 219

Introduction to the computer aided design package SolidWorks for mechanical design applications, modeling and analysis.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: EGR 219

Introduction to the industry-standard engineering language provided by MATLAB latest versions for computation, analysis, and visualization, with emphasis on engineering graphics applications.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: EGR 219; DEN 411 with a minimum grade of C. Student must have a working knowledge of the basics of SolidWorks to be successful in DEN 420; DEN 417 with a minimum grade of C. Student must have a working knowledge of the basics of MatLab to be successful in DEN 420

Advanced topics on three-dimensional parametric modeling tools, features and functions of SolidWorks with emphasis on mechanical design solutions, standards, simulation and techniques.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: EGR 225

An introduction to the thermal, bonding, usage and machining characteristics of materials and manufacturing processes used in the production industry. The course introduces the basic concepts of manufacturing and emphasizes quantitative analysis of manufacturing processes and the relationships between material properties and the variables of manufacturing processes.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 215

Consideration of human characteristics in the requirements for design of the systems, products and devices. Human-centered design with focus on human abilities, limitations and interface.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 215

An introduction to reliability engineering with emphasis on practical applications and the mathematical concepts. Cover mechanical, electronic and software failure mechanisms, design and testing.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 215

This course focuses on analytical and empirical tools that allow designers and manufacturing engineers to predict the manufacturing and assembly cost estimates for optimized design.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: MTH 210, or CSC 220

An introduction to the concepts, methodologies and practices of the concurrent engineering design environment for effective and efficient integration of products, systems and manufacturing processes.

4.5 Quarter Units

Introduction to the concepts of making the design and analysis of engineering experiments more effective and efficient. Coverage includes advanced techniques to analyze experimental results, Taguchi’s robust design strategy, combination designs, and Qualitek-4 software for automatic experiment design and analysis.

4.5 Quarter Units

This course focuses on project management concepts and definitions, network scheduling techniques, strategic planning, risk management, cost control, and project implementation.

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3 Courses

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: DEN 308; DEN 417; DEN 420; DEN 423; DEN 426; DEN 429; EGR 320; EGR 320L; EGR 440 and satisfactory completion of other requirements for the major as specified by the Academic Program Director

This is the first course in a three-course sequence. Students will work in teams and conduct research leading to preliminary development of a project product, with an emphasis on hardware/software and hardware/software systems. Students apply the knowledge and skills gained from all or most of their Manufacturing Design Engineering courses to develop a real-world manufacturing design engineering product, significant product component, or system. During this first of three capstone courses, student teams develop a detailed project proposal, provide a detailed schedule for project completion including team members assigned to specific tasks, consider seeking patents on one or more aspects of their project (if applicable), and present the proposed project for approval by faculty to proceed. Students research a set of realistic constraints during the design and implementation of their project, including time constraints as well as economic, social, political, and ethical impacts. It is important to note that capstone course sequence DEN495A, DEN495B, and DEN495C needs to be taken in consecutive months. In case a student is not able to complete this course sequence in consecutive months, they may be required to start with the DEN495A course in the future, whenever this course sequence is offered.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: DEN 495A

This is the second course in a three-course sequence. Students continue to work in teams and conduct research leading to preliminary development of a project product, with an emphasis on hardware/software and hardware/software systems. Students apply the knowledge and skills gained from all or most of their Manufacturing Design Engineering courses to develop a real-world manufacturing design engineering product, significant product component, or system. During this second of three capstone courses, students complete a review of a literature search, conduct research on the project approved by faculty in DEN 495A. Student teams will develop an initial draft of the project overview, literature search, project methodology, and findings and results chapters of their written project report. Students research a set of realistic constraints during the design and implementation of their project, including time constraints as well as economic, social, political, and ethical impacts. It is important to note that capstone course sequence DEN495A, DEN495B, and DEN495C needs to be taken in consecutive months. In case a student is not able to complete this course sequence in consecutive months, they may be required to start with the DEN495A course in the future, whenever this course sequence is offered.

4.5 Quarter Units

Prerequisite: DEN 495B

This is the third and final course in a three-course sequence. Students continue to work in teams and complete the final research leading to preliminary development of a project product, with an emphasis on hardware/software and hardware/software systems. Students apply the knowledge and skills gained from all or most of their Manufacturing Design Engineering courses to develop a real-world manufacturing design engineering product, significant product component, or system. During this third and final of three capstone courses, students complete research on the project approved by faculty in DEN 495A, prepare a demonstration of the results of their work, if appropriate, complete their written project report, and give an oral presentation of their project findings and results. Students research a set of realistic constraints during the design and implementation of their project, including time constraints as well as economic, social, political, and ethical impacts. It is important to note that capstone course sequence DEN495A, DEN495B, and DEN495C needs to be taken in consecutive months. In case a student is not able to complete this course sequence in consecutive months, they may be required to start with the DEN495A course in the future, whenever this course sequence is offered.

Career Outlook

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The Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology degree will prepare you for careers such as:

  • Top Jobs in this field
  • Median Salary (USA)
  • JOB Openings (USA)
  • General and Operations Managers
  • $100,934 avg. salary (USA)
  • 373,566 job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
Median Salary:
$100,934 annual +110% above US average
Job Openings:
373,566 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $46,104
  • Medium
    $100,934
  • High
    $231,855

Most desired skills

  1. Operations Management
  2. Marketing
  3. Merchandising
  4. Finance
  5. Project Management
  6. Inventory Management
  7. Profit And Loss (P&L) Management

Top companies hiring for this role

  • Unclassified
  • CVS Health
  • AutoZone
  • Buckle
  • Walmart
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
  • Menards
  • Architectural and Engineering Managers
  • $164,837 avg. salary (USA)
  • 18,084 job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.
Median Salary:
$164,837 annual +242% above US average
Job Openings:
18,084 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $106,581
  • Medium
    $164,837
  • High
    $235,134

Most desired skills

  1. Project Management
  2. Engineering Management
  3. Construction
  4. Continuous Improvement Process
  5. New Product Development
  6. Computer Science
  7. Electrical Engineering

Top companies hiring for this role

  • Unclassified
  • Marriott International
  • Northrop Grumman
  • Lumen Technologies
  • WSP Global
  • Black & Veatch
  • Apple
  • Industrial Engineers
  • $99,153 avg. salary (USA)
  • 29,187 job openings (past yr.) past year
Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes, including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
Median Salary:
$99,153 annual +106% above US average
Job Openings:
29,187 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $64,947
  • Medium
    $99,153
  • High
    $143,351

Most desired skills

  1. Continuous Improvement Process
  2. Auditing
  3. Project Management
  4. Process Improvement
  5. Quality Management Systems
  6. Lean Manufacturing
  7. New Product Development

Top companies hiring for this role

  • Unclassified
  • Raytheon Technologies
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Northrop Grumman
  • L3Harris Technologies
  • Boeing
  • Amazon
  • Materials Engineers
  • $104,104 avg. salary (USA)
  • 2,181 job openings (past yr.) past year
Evaluate materials and develop machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that must meet specialized design and performance specifications. Develop new uses for known materials. Includes those engineers working with composite materials or specializing in one type of material, such as graphite, metal and metal alloys, ceramics and glass, plastics and polymers, and naturally occurring materials. Includes metallurgists and metallurgical engineers, ceramic engineers, and welding engineers.
Median Salary:
$104,104 annual +116% above US average
Job Openings:
2,181 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $63,336
  • Medium
    $104,104
  • High
    $165,568

Most desired skills

  1. Materials Science
  2. Metallurgy
  3. Materials Engineering
  4. Chemistry
  5. Project Management
  6. Welding
  7. Mechanical Engineering

Top companies hiring for this role

  • Unclassified
  • Raytheon Technologies
  • Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
  • S&Me
  • Braun Intertec
  • Northrop Grumman
  • Acuren

Program Learning Outcomes

Learn the key skills to help you excel in your field of study.

  • Combine knowledge and practices needed to work on engineering projects that require innovative and interdisciplinary skills
  • Utilize product reliability and design optimization concepts in engineering applications
  • Apply state-of-the-art computer-aided engineering tools and engineering graphics techniques and methodologies
  • Integrate engineering project management standards for efficient and competitive design of engineering products and processes
  • Apply the concepts of engineering experiment design and analysis
  • Analyze human factors, ergonomics, and safety issues as part of the requirements for design of engineering systems, products, and services
  • Analyze a production problem and design and/or develop a manufacturing system
  • Develop oral and written communication skills appropriate for engineering professionals
  • Demonstrate global awareness and team skills needed in manufacturing design engineering
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