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| Core Engineering (School of Engineering) |
| ENGR-1010 Professional Development I An introduction to the issues related to working in team settings. Topics explored include: communications in teams, public speaking and self awareness, stages of group development, building a team, group decision making, and conflict resolution. The course format will include small and large group discussions, case studies, experiential exercises, and regular participation from industry guests. Offered in conjunction with ENGR-2050. Fall and spring terms annually. 1 credit hour |
| ENGR-1100 Introduction to Engineering Analysis An integrated development of linear algebra and statics emphasizing engineering applications and also incorporating computer exercises involving matrix techniques and calculations using available software packages. Fall, spring, and summer terms annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-1200 Engineering Graphics and CAD An introduction to the techniques for creating solid models of engineering designs. Topics include three-dimensional modeling of parts and assemblies, visualization, orthographic and isometric free-hand sketching, and computer-generated design documentation. Fall, spring, and summer terms annually. 1 credit hour, 3 contact hours |
| ENGR-1300 Engineering Processes The use of basic machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, band saws, and grinders, including micrometers, vernier calipers, and other devices of use in a machine shop or laboratory. Welding techniques and tool making are also considered. Fall, spring, and summer terms annually. 1 credit hour |
| ENGR-1310 Introduction to Engineering Electronics A hands-on experience with electronic circuits and modern laboratory instrumentation. Motivates further study of engineering. The laboratory provides opportunities to build and test simple electronic circuits that illustrate basic concepts. A design project is included. Fall and spring terms annually. 1 credit hour, 3 contact hours |
| ENGR-1330 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering This is a course for first and second year engineering students which provides an overview and introduction to the field of Biomedical Engineering. It will present the many aspects of the discipline, with information about the state of the art, current practices and challenges confronting the field. Career opportunities will be identified, and the education and training needed to qualify for different jobs will be outlined. Fall term annually. 1 credit hour |
| ENGR-1500 Chemistry of Materials I Basic principles of chemistry with an emphasis on structure and bonding, thermodynamics, kinetics, and ideal solids. (Cross listed as CHEM-1500. Students cannot obtain credit for both this course and CHEM-1100 or CHEM-1500.) Fall and spring terms annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-1600 Chemistry of Materials II Introduction to “real” (defect-containing) solids, and equilibria and kinetic processes in solids. Macroscopic properties, such as mechanical strength and electrical conductivity, are dominated by structure and bonding, and the course continuously emphasizes this connection. Each of the materials classes (metals, ceramics, semiconductors, and polymers) is discussed in detail in this context. (Cross listed as CHEM-1600. Students cannot receive credit for both this course and Introduction to Materials.) Prerequisite: CHEM-1500 (ENGR-1500) or CHEM-1100, although the former is recommended. Fall and spring terms annually. 4 credit hours, 5 contact hours |
| ENGR-2010 Introduction to Materials II A study of the basic laws and concepts relating to the structures of solids to their physical and mechanical properties. Study of “real” defect-containing solids, their equilibrium properties, and how these properties can be manipulated by kinetic processes to control, and mechanical, electrical and optical properties of all classes of useful engineering materials. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between atomic level structure and macroscopic level behavior. Includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite: ENGR-1500 or equivalent. 4 credit hours, 5 contact hours |
| ENGR-2020 Product Design and Innovation Design Studio II This design studio focuses on the product development process with an emphasis on problem definition and the impact that the designer has on the final outcome. Students are exposed to basic social science methods of observation and the role they can play in discovering and defining problems. Students are expected to develop a design from initial definition through actual use. Development of individual design skills in design development, presentation, and portfolio building are also emphasized. Prerequisite: ARCH-2XXX, Design Studio I, or permission of the instructor. Spring term annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-2050 Introduction to Engineering Design A first course in engineering design which emphasizes creativity, teamwork, communication, and work across engineering disciplines. Students are introduced to the design process through a semester-long project which provides a design-build-test experience. Oral and written communication are important elements of the course. The course meets with ENGR-1010. Prerequisites: ENGR-1100, ENGR-1200, and either ENGR-1300, ENGR-1310, or ENGR-1330. Corequisite: PHYS-1200. Fall, spring, and summer terms annually. 4 credit hours, 6 contact hours |
| ENGR-2090 Engineering Dynamics An integrated development of modeling- and problem-solving techniques for particles and rigid bodies emphasizing the use of free-body diagrams, vector algebra, and computer simulation. Topics covered include the kinematics and kinetics of translational, rotational, and general plane motion, energy and momentum methods, and single degree of freedom vibrations. Prerequisites: ENGR-1100 and PHYS-1100. Corequisite: MATH-2400. Fall and spring term annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-2250 Thermal and Fluids Engineering I Application of control volume balances of mass, momentum, energy and entropy in systems of practical importance to all engineers. Identification of control volumes, properties of pure materials, mass and energy conservation for closed and open systems, second law of thermodynamics, Bernoulli equation, fluid statics, forces and heat transfer in external and internal flows, conduction and radiative heat transfer. Prerequisites: ENGR-1100 and PHYS-1100. Corequisite: MATH-2400. Fall, spring, and summer terms annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-2350 Embedded Control Engineering laboratory introduction to the microprocessor as an embedded element of engineering systems. Students simultaneously develop the hardware and software of one or more target systems during the semester. Topics include concepts and practices of microcontroller hardware and software for command, sensing, control, and display. Specifically this includes control of dynamic systems and sensor interfaces; analog-digital conversion; parallel input/output; driver circuits, modular programming, and subsystem integration. Prerequisite: a programming language, preferably C. Fall, spring, and summer terms annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-2530 Strength of Materials Concept of stress and strain, generalized Hooke’s law, axial load, torsion, pure bending, transverse loading, transformation of stress and strain components in 2-D, design of beams and shafts for strength, deflection of beams, work and energy, columns. Prerequisite: ENGR-1100. Fall, spring and summer terms annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-2600 Modeling and Analysis of Uncertainty Appreciation and understanding of uncertainties and the conditions under which they occur, within the context of the engineering problem-solving pedagogy of measurements, models, validation, and analysis. Problems and concerns in obtaining measurements; tabular and graphical organization of data to minimize misinformation and maximize information; and development and evaluation of models. Concepts will be supported with computer demonstration. Applications to problems in engineering are emphasized. Prerequisite: MATH-1010. Fall and spring terms annually. 3 credit hours |
| ENGR-2710 General Manufacturing Processes A classroom study of the basic theory and methods of traditional and nontraditional machining, metal joining, material working, and foundry processes, and the variety of functions performed by the primary machine tools employed by the modern manufacturing community. A basic first course or terminal course for all students who are interested in manufacturing processes. Fall and spring terms annually. 3 credit hours |
| ENGR-2830 Nuclear Phenomena for Engineering Applications A survey of atomic and nuclear phenomena and their application in various engineering disciplines. Systematics of atoms and nuclei; nuclear reactions and their characterization; radioactive decay; fission and fusion energy release; radiation effects on materials and biological systems; radiation production, detection and protection. Applications in energy production, manufacturing, medicine, etc. Prerequisite: PHYS-1100 and ENGR-1500. Spring term annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-2940 Engineering Project 1 to 3 credit hours |
| ENGR-2960 Topics in Engineering 1 to 3 credit hours |
| ENGR-4010 Professional Development III Students will study issues associated with working in teams in a modern work environment. Various styles of leadership, the definitions of power and empowerment and their applications in industry and team settings will be studied. Additionally, other topics to be explored include vision, values and attitudes, and organizational culture. The course format will include small and large group discussions, case studies, experiential exercises, and regular participation from industry guests. Offered in conjunction with senior courses. 1 credit hour |
| ENGR-4050 Modeling and Control of Dynamic Systems Introduction to modeling, analysis, and control of dynamic systems. Modeling of mechanical, electrical and electromechanical systems. Time-domain and Laplace-Transform solutions. Block diagrams and transfer functions. Analysis and design of feedback control systems. Control system representation and characteristics. System performance specifications. Absolute stability criteria. Root-Locus and frequency response analysis and design methods. Systems compensation and controller design. Design case study. Corequisites: MATH-2400, PHYS-1200. Fall and spring terms annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-4060 Inventor’s Studio Students work in teams to continue design and development work on approved projects that started in other courses such as Introduction to Engineering Design. New projects can also be proposed by students. Emphasis will be on completing the design, building an improved prototype, applying for patent protection, and licensing the design. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Oral and written presentations are required. This is designated as a writing-intensive course. Prerequisite: ENGR- 2050 or permission of instructor. Fall and spring terms annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-4300 Electronic Instrumentation A survey, application-oriented course for engineering and science majors. Transducers and measurement devices. DC and AC analog circuits including impedance, power, frequency response, and resonance. Diodes, transistors, and operational amplifiers. Signal conditional, noise, and shielding. Digital electronics, A/D and D/A conversion. Power supplies, rectifiers, and electromagnetic devices. Credit not allowed for ECSE majors or for students taking ECSE-2010. Prerequisite: MATH-2400 and PHYS-1200. Fall and spring terms annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-4700 Introduction to Manufacturing Planning A survey of the basic concepts and analytical methodologies used to plan and control a manufacturing system. Topics include forecasting, production scheduling, facility layout, inventory control, and project planning. Admission by application. Restricted to juniors in engineering. Students cannot obtain credit for both this course and DSES-2210. Spring term annually. 3 credit hours |
| ENGR-4710 Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory I Theory and laboratory experimentation in selected modern manufacturing technologies. Topics include robotics, injection molding, computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines, metal processing systems, nondestructive testing (NDT), and industrial safety. Prerequisite: ENGR-4700 recommended. Fall term annually. 3 credit hours, 6 contact hours |
| ENGR-4720 Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory II Students are organized into “companies” to design, manufacture, and sell products based on the technologies of ENGR-4710. Individual projects for in-depth studies of one or more of these technologies. Additional topics include marketing and development of technical writing and oral presentation skills. Prerequisite: ENGR-4710. Spring term annually. 3 credit hours, 6 contact hours |
| ENGR-4750 Engineering Economics and Project Management This course deals with cost analysis in engineering decision making and the management and control of complex projects. Engineering economics topics include interest formulas and equivalence calculations, inflation, measures of investment worth, after tax analysis, depreciation accounting and replacement analyses, life-cycle costing and design economics, risk analysis and cost-benefit analysis. Engineering project management topics include methods for planning, evaluation, organization, budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling, expediting, reporting, monitoring, and implementation of projects. Students cannot obtain credit for both this course and either ENGR-4760 or DSES-4240. Spring term annually. 4 credit hours |
| ENGR-4760 Engineering Economics The objective is to help engineering students recognize and understand the importance of cost factors that are inherent in all engineering decisions. Development of ability to handle engineering problems that involve economic factors. The course includes economic environment, selections in present economy, value analysis, critical path economy, interest and money-time relationships, depreciation and valuation, capital financing and budgeting, basic methods for undertaking economic studies, risk, uncertainty and sensitivity, selections between alternatives, fixed, increment, and sunk costs, the effects of income taxes in economic studies, replacement studies, minimum cost formulas, economic studies of public projects, economic studies in public utilities. Effects of inflation are considered at each step. Students cannot obtain credit for both this course and ENGR-4750. Spring term annually. 3 credit hours |
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