Engineering BAS

A course in engineering professional ethics. This course will focus on ethical situations engineering technology students will face throughout their careers. Research and projects included will be taught from the administrator lens.

Design and analysis of DC and AC circuits using basic laws such as Ohm's and Kirchhoff's laws. Introduction to circuit analysis methods such as the node method, mesh current method, superposition, and the Thevenin methods. Applications of phasor representations to circuits with R, L, and C components. Analysis of AC steady-state circuits and determination of average power. Measurement of circuit variables using tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators.

This course covers sensors, transducers, signal conditioning devices and computer-based instrumentation. Input/output (I/O) characteristics of sensors for pressure, distance, light, airflow, temperature, Hall effect and humidity are evaluated using data acquisition equipment and virtual instrumentation. Emphasis is placed on industrial applications, troubleshooting and determining I/O requirements to interface actuators such as AC, DC, stepper and servo motors to programmable logic controllers (PLCs).

Fundamental concepts, techniques and applications of risk analysis and risk-informed decision making for engineering students. An introduction to lock-out tag procedures, electrical arc flash protection, personal protection equipment (PPE) safety gear, and hands-on safety training.

Utilizing Lean principles and concepts, this course develops a foundation of solutions that support planning, scheduling, monitoring and performance measurement activities required for successful project completion.

Crystal structure, microstructure, and physical properties of metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, and amorphous materials. Also includes elementary mechanical behavior and phase equilibria.

The mechanics of materials emphasizing the analysis and design of statically determinate beams, columns, and structural members in torsion and application of the three moment equations to statically indeterminate beams.

A course in fluid mechanics. Topics include: fluid properties, hydrostatics, conservation laws, infinitesimal and finite control volume analysis, Navier-Stokes equations, dimensional analysis, internal and external flows. Students will build upon knowledge gained in ENGR 325 and analyze, troubleshoot, predict and problem-solve complex systems.

Modeling and analysis of dynamic systems and introduction to feedback control. Topics include dynamic modeling and response of mechanical, electrical, fluid, and thermal systems; and feedback control systems analysis. Students will build upon skills learned in prior courses that enables them to draw conclusions about complex problems and provide solutions.

Analysis of hydraulic control components and systems. Topics include pumps, valves, actuators, and industrial and mobile control systems.

Design, create and test systems which require the integration of mechanical and electronic components. Topics include microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, mechanical systems, real-time control system programming and modeling of electronic and mechanical systems. 

Introduction to microcontrollers, microprocessors, and embedded systems. Microcontroller and microprocessor architecture. Assembly language and high-level programming. Hands-on projects to design, program, and troubleshoot microcontroller and microprocessor-based systems.

Safety and health in the manufacturing, construction, and utilities industries, including pertinent laws, codes, regulations, standards, and product liability considerations. Organizational and administrative principles and practices for safety management and safety engineering, accident investigation, safety education, and safety enforcement.

Prepare and plan for capstone project.

Fundamentals of planning, scheduling, allocating resources and controlling projects using project management software and tools. The role of leadership and organizational structure in project management is also covered.

Supervised on-the-job training with a manufacturer, processor, or related industrial firm. Students will need a letter of recommendation and faculty director permission.

Students can choose projects in electronics, renewable energy systems, wireless/data communications and automation/robotics. Typical project activities include the research and design phase, the execution phase, and the project report phase. A written report and oral presentation are required.