VT Technology Education: Advanced Problems

Production: Advanced Problems

|Mat. and Proc. I & II||Manufacturing||Construction||Adv Problems|

EDTE 4464


This course deals with problem solving and the design and application of mechanisms. Through lecture and lab experiences, students will:

  1. Extend technical competence and skills
  2. Extend understanding of newer technologies pertinent to technology education
  3. Develop competence in the repair and maintenance of machine tools and the management of a general laboratory
  4. Develop the awareness of and competence in the use of computer graphic simulation software used in modular technology education programs.

Students have experience through lecture and laboratory activities, which include:

  • CNC Lathe project
  • CNC Router project
  • Computer simulation experiences:
    • Flight simulator
    • Tracon Air Traffic Control Simulation
    • 3D Home Architect
    • Incredible Machine
  • Machine tool maintenance
  • Mechanism problem solving project
  • Rhino Robot project
  • Spreadsheet application project


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