Program Overview

Manufacturing Engineering Technology Certificate

Program Overview

The Certificate in Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MFET) is an undergraduate certification program offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of North Texas. The program develops technical skills for a career path in advanced manufacturing industries and prepares students for the innovation of manufacturing processing technologies.

Program Details

• Program Type: Certificate
• Format: On Campus
• Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 semesters
• Credit Hours: 15

Program Requirements

The program requires the completion of 15 credit hours, including the following courses:

• Quality Assurance (3 hrs)
• Engineering Cost Analysis (3 hrs)
• CAD/CAM System Operations (3 hrs)
• Digital Manufacturing (3 hrs)
• Machining Principles and Processes (3 hrs)

Research Areas

Faculty members have a wide array of research interests, including:

• Quality assurance
• Materials engineering
• Metal and ceramic matrix composites
• Plastics processing
• Surface coatings
• Welding and joining
• Micro manufacturing
• Metrology
• High performance machining
• Additive Manufacturing

Facilities and Resources

Students have access to state-of-the-art machines and laboratories, including the UNT Engineering Manufacturing Facility (EMF), which offers advanced manufacturing services such as fabrication of mechanical prototypes, proof of concepts for machinery, 3D printing, laser engraving, and CNC precision machining.

Career Opportunities

The MFET program enhances the opportunity to land a rewarding career in the manufacturing sector. Graduates can pursue careers in advanced manufacturing industries and are recognized professionally by some of the nation's top companies.