General Courses for Engineering Majors
116.
Introduction to Engineering.
(1-3 to a maximum of 6 ?)
Description of the engineering profession, orientation to engineering education, introduction to the engineering design process. Does not count toward degree credit in the College of Arts and Sciences or in the School of Engineering. Two hours lecture and demonstrations.
{Offered upon demand}
195.
Special Topics.
(1-3 to a maximum of 6 ?)
Selected topics in interdisciplinary engineering or computer science at an introductory level.
200.
Technology in Society.
(3)
This is an introduction to the ways in which technology shapes the world–and is itself shaped by society, culture, politics, economics and history. Topics include industrialization, technological changes, cultural impact, environmental policies and social and ethical responsibilities.
401.
Interdisciplinary Design I.
(3)
Engineering design methodology. Development of professional skills in project management, communication, team work, economic aspects of design projects, and engineering ethics. Students will begin work on an interdisciplinary design project.
Restriction: only seniors admitted to a School of Engineering program.
402.
Interdisciplinary Design II.
(3)
Continuation of ENG 401. Students work in assigned teams to design, build, and test an interdisciplinary engineering project.
Prerequisite: 401.
495.
Special Topics.
(1-3 to a maximum of 6 ? )
Selected topics in interdisciplinary engineering or computer science at a senior level.
