Arizona State University Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering 18 courses 120 total credits
If you have completed an Associate of Applied Science degree and wish to earn a four-year degree in manufacturing, the Bachelor of Applied Science program is designed for you. Through hands-on projects, simulation-based learning, and industry-aligned coursework, you develop expertise in modern manufacturing technologies and process optimization. You apply your learning to practical industrial matters through direct access to courses in: advanced manufacturing processes automation digital design and fabrication tools industrial data analytics production management quality assurance robotics smart manufacturing GI Bill® benefitsThis new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
| Total Credits | 120 credits |
Core Courses
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSY 301 | Smart Factory Essentials | 3 |
| MSY 330 | Demand and Forecasting in Factory Operations | 3 |
| MSY 350 | Lean Manufacturing in Factories | 3 |
| MSY 402 | Manufacturing Systems Capstone Project | 3 |
| Total Core Courses | 12 credits | |
Concentration Courses
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHM 101 or PHY 101 | Introductory Chemistry or Introduction to Physics | 4 |
| CIS 105 | Computer Applications and Information Technology | 3 |
| COM 312 | Communication, Conflict, and Negotiation | 3 |
| MSY 305 | Statistical Process Control in Factories | 3 |
| MSY 309 | Factory Data Management | 3 |
| MSY 340 | Preventative Maintenance Tools | 3 |
| TWC 347 | Written Communication for Managers | 3 |
| TWC 435 | Global Issues in Technical Communication | 3 |
| Total Concentration Courses | 25 credits | |
Concentration Courses - Upper Division Technical Electives:
Choose from this list.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSY 320 | Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams | |
| MSY 335 | Industrial Robotics-Vision Integration | |
| MSY 360 | Materials Characterization | |
| MSY 460 | 3D Factory Simulation | |
| MSY 484 | Internship | |
| Total | 12 credits | |
Concentration Courses
Students who have not met all ASU general studies and first-year composition requirements with their transfer courses must complete them at ASU to earn the BAS degree. Students should work with their academic advisor to review the DARS graduation audit to determine needed requirements. AAS Transfer Degree Block of Credit Hours 60 credit hours All baccalaureate degree students must fulfill university graduation requirements, including a minimum of 120 credit hours, with at least 45 credit hours in upper-division courses. All undergraduate students must complete General Studies requirements. Mathematics Placement Assessment score determines placement in first mathematics course. Students should work with their academic advisor, and consider course prerequisites, in order to complete all degree requirements in four years.
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