2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog (Updated Spring 2021) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Education, Curriculum & Instruction |
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EDCI 427 Curriculum and Instruction in Content Specific Areas Credit 3
This course is an in-depth study of current instructional methods and curricular materials used in teaching content in grades relative to the specific area (i.e., P-12 or 7-12). The focus of the course is on effective program development and instructional delivery. It includes lesson and unit planning, collecting reference and illustrative materials, observing and evaluating teaching, and applying effective strategies and techniques. Additional curricular topics include performance objectives, student outcomes, scheduling, community resources, and specialized equipment and technology. The philosophy, history, and important issues and trends related to the content specific area of education are included. Refer to individual areas for specific course descriptions. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Candidacy Status. A field experience/pre-internship in the content specific area at a Professional Development School is required.
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EDCI 427A Curriculum and Instruction in Agriculture Education: Vocational Agriculture-Secondary Credit 3
This course is an in-depth study of current instructional methods and curricular materials used in teaching content in grades relative to the specific area of Agriculture. The focus of the course is on effective program development and instructional delivery. It includes lesson and unit planning, collecting reference and illustrative materials, observing and evaluating teaching, and applying effective strategies and techniques. Additional curricular topics include performance objectives, student outcomes, scheduling, community resources, and specialized equipment and technology. The philosophy, history, and important issues and trends related to the content specific area of education are included. Refer to individual areas for specific course descriptions. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Candidacy Status. A field experience/pre-internship in the content specific area at a Professional Development School is required.
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EDCI 427B Curriculum and Instruction in Business Education: Secondary Credit 3
This course is an in-depth study of current instructional methods and curricular materials used in teaching content in grades relative to the specific area of Business. The focus of the course is on effective program development and instructional delivery. It includes lesson and unit planning, collecting reference and illustrative materials, observing and evaluating teaching, and applying effective strategies and techniques. Additional curricular topics include performance objectives, student outcomes, scheduling, community resources, and specialized equipment and technology. The philosophy, history, and important issues and trends related to the content specific area of education are included. Refer to individual areas for specific course descriptions. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Candidacy Status.
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EDCI 427C Curriculum and Instructional Methods in Human Ecology: Secondary Credit 3
This course is an in-depth study of current instructional methods and curricular materials used in teaching content in grades relative to the specific area (i.e., P-12 or 7-12). The focus of the course is on effective program development and instructional delivery. It includes lesson and unit planning, collecting reference and illustrative materials, observing and evaluating teaching, and applying effective strategies and techniques. Additional curricular topics include performance objectives, student outcomes, scheduling, community resources, and specialized equipment and technology. The philosophy, history, and important issues and trends related to the content specific area of education are included. A field experience/pre-internship in the content specific area at a Professional Development School is required. Refer to individual areas for specific course descriptions. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Candidacy Status.
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EDCI 430 Methods and Materials for Teaching Art P-12 Credit 3
This course is an in-depth study of current instructional methods and curricular materials used in teaching art in grades P-12. The focus of the course is on effective program development and instructional delivery and includes lesson and unit planning, collecting reference and illustrative materials, observing and evaluating teaching, and applying effective strategies and techniques. Additional curricular topics include performance objectives, student outcomes, scheduling, community resources, and specialized equipment and technology. The philosophy, history, and important issues and trends related to art education are included. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Candidacy Status. A field experience/pre-internship in art at a Professional Development School is required.
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EDCI 440 Teaching Internship: Specialty Programs (P-12): Elementary Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at an elementary level Professional Development School. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the PRAXIS II Tests for the specific specialty major. Corequisite(s): This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 450 .
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EDCI 440C Teaching Internship in Music Education - Elementary Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a secondary level Professional Development School. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 450C or EDCI 450D . Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the Praxis II Tests for the specific specialty major.
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EDCI 450 Teaching Internship: Specialty Programs (P-12): Secondary Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a secondary level Professional Development School. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the PRAXIS II Tests for the specific specialty major. Corequisite(s): This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 440 .
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EDCI 450C Teaching Internship in Music Education: Choral - Secondary Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a secondary level Professional Development School. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 440C . Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the Praxis II Tests for the specific specialty major.
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EDCI 450D Teaching Internship in Music Education: Instrumental - Secondary Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a secondary level Professional Development School. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 440C . Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the Praxis II Tests for the specific specialty major.
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EDCI 460 Teaching Internship: Secondary Program (7-12): Middle School Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a Professional Development School at the middle school level. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the PRAXIS II Tests for the specific content major. Corequisite(s): This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 470 or EDCI 490 .
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EDCI 470 Teaching Internship: Secondary Programs (7-12) (High School) Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a Professional Development School at the high school level. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the PRAXIS II Tests for the specific content major. Corequisite(s): This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 460 or EDCI 480 .
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EDCI 480 Teaching Internship: Secondary Program (7-12): Middle School Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a Professional Development School at the middle school level. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the PRAXIS II Tests for the specific content major. Corequisite(s): This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 470 or EDCI 490 .
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EDCI 480B Teaching Internship in Secondary Education (7-12) Middle School: Business Education Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a Professional Development School at the middle school level. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise.
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EDCI 490 Teaching Internship: Secondary Programs (7-12) (High School) Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a Professional Development School at the high school level. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the PRAXIS II Tests for the specific content major. Corequisite(s): This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 460 or EDCI 480 .
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EDCI 490B Teaching Internship in Secondary Programs (7-12) High School: Business Education Credit 6
The student is assigned to a seven (7) or eight (8) week teaching internship at a Professional Development School at the high school level. During this directed teaching experience, the student assumes the role and responsibilities of an educator on a full-time basis in the area of specialization. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to study the application of methods and techniques in a clinical setting through extended supervised practice. The student has the opportunity, under the direction and guidance of a university supervisor and a professional mentor, to refine skills and to develop professional expertise. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Internship. This includes passing the Praxis II Tests for the specific content major. Corequisite(s): This course is taken concurrently with EDCI 400 and EDCI 460 or EDCI 480B .
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EDCI 498 Special Topics in Education Credit 3
This course provides an in-depth exploration of selected topics in education based on the needs and interests of the student. Current issues, trends, and research problems structure the focus and content of the course. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Candidacy Status and permission of the instructor. A comprehensive, field based, independent research or clinical project is required.
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EDCI 499 Independent Study in Education Credit 1-6
This course is designed to refine the skills and expand the knowledge base in critical areas within the field of education. This self-directed course of study is individualized to meet the student’s academic and professional needs. Working closely with a faculty mentor, the student develops an independent, fully detailed plan of study including goals and objectives. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Candidacy Status and permission of the instructor. Successful completion of the course requires that the student complete a significant research or clinical project.
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GNST 100 Freshman Experience Credit 1
This basic seminar introduces the topics of mental health and effectiveness in a changing world. The focus of the course is on developing interpersonal skills and conflict management strategies that will promote academic, personal, social and emotional adjustment. This course is an applied course designed to guide the student through a personal self assessment process and to assist the student in developing a personal plan for self-improvement. THIS COURSE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL FRESHMEN. Satisfies GEN ED Area VI: Emerging Issues.
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Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology |
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ETEE 201 Circuit Technology I Credit 3
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ETEE 202 Circuit Technology II Credit 3
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ETEE 303 Circuit Technology III Credit 3
This course covers advanced network analysis and provides an introduction to the use and applications of Laplace and Fourier transforms, filter theory, and computer applications. Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing and MATH 211 . Lecture two hours. Laboratory two hours.
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ETEE 314 Electric Power and Machinery Credit 3
This course focus on the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical energy, theory and operation of transformers, DC machines, and AC machines including three phase synchronous, asynchronous, single phase and their equivalent circuits and performance analysis. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and ETEE 202 . Lecture two hours; laboratory two hours.
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ETEE 335 Logic and Switching Circuits Credit 3
This course will focus on the principles and application of asynchronous logic, encoder and decoder, control and programmable logic, multiplexer, demultiplexer, PLA, memory latches, systems and codes, counters, shift registers, computer arithmetic circuits, memory systems, static and dynamic RAM and ROMS, and interfacing. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and EDTE 216 . Lecture two hours; laboratory two hours.
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ETEE 346 Control Circuits Credit 3
This course will focus on the study of open and closed loop control systems, principles of feedback control, analysis of system response and criteria of system stabilities and compensation. Prerequisite(s): ETEE 303 . Lecture two hours. Laboratory two hours.
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ETEE 355 Advanced Electronic and Computer Networks Credit 3
This is an introductory course in electronic circuits for computers that covers number systems, computer organization, assembly language programming, microprocessors, system components and interfacing concepts. Prerequisite(s): ETEE 335 . Lecture two hours; laboratory two hours.
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ETEE 421 Instrumentation and Measurements Credit 3
This course will focus on the fundamental concepts of mechanical and electronic measurement of distance, velocity, acceleration, time, pressure, force, strain. Introduction to development of measuring systems and calibration of these systems and the application of measuring systems to industrial technology. Prerequisite(s): EDTE 212 and MATH 112 . Lecture two hours. Laboratory four hours.
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ETEE 425 Microwave Communication Technology Credit 3
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This course is designed to present the basic understanding of the characteristics of electronic circuits with distributed parameters. Topics included in the course include electromagnetic waves propagation in transmission line, types of transmission lines, wave propagation in open environment, wave reflections, transmission and receiving of electromagnetic waves, the Smith chart, high frequency scattering parameters, and basic parameters of antennas. Lecture three hours. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor or EDTE 220 and MATH 211 Lecture two hours. Laboratory two hours.
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ETEE 474 Nuclear Fundamentals Credit 3
This course will focus on the basic theory related to the nuclear energy complex, nuclear reactor design, isotopic and chemical separations and computer applications in problem solving. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor and MATH 211 . Lecture three hours.
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ETEE 485 Design Technology I Credit 3
This course will focus on the design process, including creativity, analysis, synthesis, and decision-making. It will also cover applications of analytical techniques, experimental results and individual or group design projects, emphasizing the synthesis of a design solution to meet performance specifications. Prerequisite(s): ETEE 335 , ETEE 421 and senior standing. Lecture three hours.
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ETEE 486 Design Technology II Credit 3
This course will focus on individual or group design projects requiring the synthesis of analytical, experimental and manufacturer’s data for the development of an electronic system. The course will require execution of the design in sufficient detail to permit construction and testing or evaluation of a prototype, model, or mock-up and consideration of reliability, safety, human factors, and economics of production. Prerequisite(s): ETEE 485 Lecture one hour. Laboratory four hours. Computer applications will be required.
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ETEE 499 Undergraduate Research in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology Credit 1-6
This course is designed for the junior-senior undergraduate student who has an interest in pursuing a special problem as an independent research project. An Independent Study Contract must be prepared and submitted for the Department Chair’s approval within the first week of the semester. Student cannot take more than two 499 courses for a total of 6 credits. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor and approval of the Department Chair.
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Engineering |
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ENGE 100 First Year Orientations with Engineering Credit 1
An overview of the engineering profession and college life; an orientation for incoming freshmen to stress, time management, ethics, and life skills; educational requirements, scholarship availability, career opportunities, and the importance of teamwork are explored. Prerequisite(s): Engineering Freshman Status. Satisfies GEN ED Area VI: Emerging Issues.
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ENGE 150 Modern Engineering Design Credit 3
This course provides an introduction to modern engineering design with emphasis on various aspects of developing a product via hands-on design approach, communication skills, and teamwork, use of product visualization and computer software such as word processing, power point, and spreadsheet; students work as teams to develop and design a working prototype. Prerequisite(s): MATH 109 . Laboratory fee: $25.00.
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ENGE 170 Programming Concepts for Engineers Credit 3
This course provides an introduction to algorithms, overview of computers and programming, principles of software development, high level languages, C-programming; input/output, data types and variables, operators and expressions, selection structure, repetition, functions, arrays, pointers, strings, structure data types, linked list, stream and file management and debugging and documentation are provided in this course. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 150
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ENGE 240 Basic Circuit Theory Credit 3
The course focuses on basic circuit elements, resistors, capacitors, inductors, independent and dependent sources, and operational amplifier; Kirchhoff’s laws; nodal and mesh analysis; superposition; Thevenin and Norton theorems; DC and AC steady state analysis; Transient analysis for first and second order circuits; and phasors. Prerequisite(s): MATH 211 . Corequisite(s): MATH 241 , ENGE 241 .
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ENGE 241 Analog Circuit Laboratory Credit 1
This course is an introduction to basic measurement techniques and electrical laboratory equipment, power supplies, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, and function generators; and experiments concerning principles taught in ENGE 240 Basic Circuit Theory course. Prerequisite(s): MATH 211 . Corequisite(s): ENGE 240 .
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ENGE 250 Digital Logic Design Credit 3
This course is an introduction to number systems, elements of binary arithmetic and codes; Boolean algebra; Karnaugh map and simplification of gate networks; Quine-McCluskey method; adders, subtractors, comparators, multiplexers and demultiplexers, and PLAs; latches, flip-flops, shift registers, counters, and memories; design and analysis of combinational logic and synchronous sequential circuits. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 170 . Corequisite(s): ENGE 251 .
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ENGE 251 Digital Logic Laboratory Credit 1
This course provides an introduction to basic laboratory skills in operating digital test equipment, testing digital logic circuits, generating test inputs and analyzing outputs, and emphasis is placed on experiments concerning principles taught in ENGE 250 Digital Logic Design course. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 170 . Corequisite(s): ENGE 250 .
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ENGE 260 Statics Credit 3
This course offers addition, subtraction, and multiplication of force and moment vectors, equilibrium of particles, planar, and 3-dimensional rigid bodies under the action of forces and moments, applications of equilibrium principles to simple trusses, frames, and machines, center of mass and centroids, moments of inertia; internal forces and moments; and shear force and bending moment diagrams. Prerequisite(s): MATH 112 .
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ENGE 261 Dynamics Credit 3
This course covers kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies; relative motion, force acceleration, work energy, and impulse momentum relationships in Cartesian, normal tangential, polar, spherical, and cylindrical coordinate systems; and an introduction to design analysis involving dynamics principles. Prerequisite(s): MATH 211 , ENGE 260 .
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ENGE 270 Computer Aided Design Credit 3
This course is an introduction to 3-D solid modeling, engineering drawings, assembly modeling and computer animation based on parametric feature-based CAD systems such as Solid Works along with an overview on main geometric modeling theoretical concepts behind commercial CAD systems. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 150 .
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ENGE 320 Statistics and Probability for Engineers Credit 3
This course examines probability, random variables and processes, discrete and continuous distributions and densities, collection and presentation of sample data, frequency distributions and histograms, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, basic problems of statistical inference, linear regression and correlation, designing engineering experiments. Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 .
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ENGE 340 Analog & Digital Electronics Credit 3
Conceptual operation of PN-junction diodes, bipolar junction transistors (BJTs), and mono-oxide semiconductor field effect transistors (MOSFETs); transistor circuits for inverters, NAND, and NOR gates; semiconductor memory; large and small signal characteristics of diodes and transistors; basic transistors configurations; DC bias and small signal analysis of BJTs and MOSFETs; multiple-transistor circuits such as operational and differential-amplifiers; frequency response of simple amplifiers. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 240 . Corequisite(s): ENGE 341 .
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ENGE 341 Analog & Digital Electronics Laboratory Credit 1
This course provides laboratory experiments concerning topics taught in ENGE 340 analog and digital electronics course. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 241 . Corequisite(s): ENGE 340 .
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ENGE 362 Mechanics of Materials Credit 3
Students will be introduced to stress, strain, materials properties, and Hooke’s law; distortion of engineering materials in relation to changes in stress or temperature; torsion of circular rods and tubes; bending and shear stresses in beams; deflection of beams; thin wall pressure vessels; combined loading; stress and strain transformation; buckling of columns; engineering applications. Prerequisite(s): MATH 102 , ENGE 260 .
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ENGE 370 Computational Methods in Engineering Credit 3
Fundamentals of linear algebra and basic operations of vectors and matrices are discussed; students will also study error analysis, solution of a system of linear equations, iterative solution of nonlinear equations, numerical integration, and numerical solution of differential equations. An introduction to Matlab software programming and applications relating to the computational functions in Matlab is included. Prerequisite(s): MATH 211 . Corequisite(s): MATH 241 .
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ENGE 380 Instrumentations Credit 3
This course provides principles of measurement and instrumentation, transduction and calibration, noise measurement and signal conditioning, data acquisition, recording, and presentation, sensor selection to measure temperature, pressure, flow, level, force, and torque, transducers to measure translational displacement, velocity, acceleration, and vibration, rotational displacement, velocity, acceleration measurement and sensor application to measure different physical phenomena. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 240 . Corequisite(s): ENGE 340 .
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ENGE 382 Control Systems Credit 3
This course covers Mathematical models of control system; Laplace transform; signal flow graph; frequency and time domain characteristics of the system response; methods of linear control system analysis and designs, root locus, Bode, and Nyquist plots; stability theory; design specifications in time and frequency domains; compensator design; PID controller design. Prerequisite: MATH 241 , ENGE 261 . Co-requisite: ENGE 383 . Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 , ENGE 261 Corequisite(s): ENGE 383 .
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ENGE 383 Control Lab Credit 1
This laboratory course provides practical hands-on training and experience with methods used in modeling, analysis, simulation, and control of engineering systems. Laboratory experiments cover topics taught in ENGE 382 Control Systems course. Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 and ENGE 261 . Corequisite(s): ENGE 382 .
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ENGE 475 Engineering Seminar Credit 1
This is a general seminar course that covers current topics in General Engineering. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and Senior Standing.
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ENGE 476 Senior Design Project I Credit 2
Students are introduced to a design project to demonstrate their ability to engage in the practice of engineering as a profession. Students in consultation with the supervising professor and course coordinator must identify and implement a design project. The topic may be analytical, numerical, experimental, or field-oriented, utilizing knowledge gained from academic and research experiences integrated in the curriculum. Use of professional engineering standards and a design approach are required. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of instructor. A written proposal, literature search, and an oral presentation are required.
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ENGE 477 Senior Design Project II Credit 2
This course is a continuation of ENGE 476 Senior Design Project I , with the same standards and requirements. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 476 . A progress report, a final report, and an oral presentation are required.
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Engineering - Aerospace |
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ENAE 342 Fluid Mechanics Credit 3
This course covers fluid properties; fluid statistics; conservation of mass, momentum, and energy in control volumes; steady and unsteady Bernoulli’s equation; differential analysis of fluid flow; dimensional analysis and similitude; introduction to laminar and turbulent flow; Introduction to boundary layers; lift and drag. Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 , ENGE 261 .
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ENAE 345 Thermodynamics Credit 3
This course covers work and heat transfer; the study of classical thermodynamics approach to closed systems and control volumes; properties and processes of gases and vapors; zeroth, first, and second laws of thermodynamics for closed systems and control volumes; entropy; thermodynamic power and refrigeration/heat pump cycles. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 261
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ENAE 389 Space Navigation and Guidance Credit 3
This course covers Fundamental of astrodynamics; two-body orbital initial-value and boundary-value problems; celestial mechanics, Kepler’s problem, Lambert’s problem, orbit determination, multi-body methods, mission planning, and recursive algorithms for space navigation; applications to space vehicle navigation and guidance for lunar and planetary missions for both powered flight and mid-course maneuvers. Prerequisites: ENGE 261 , ENGE 370 Prerequisite(s): ENGE 261 , ENGE 370
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ENAE 412 Space Systems Design Credit 3
This course covers the design of a complete space system, systems analysis, trajectory analysis, entry dynamics, propulsion and power systems, structural design, launch vehicle integration, avionics, thermal and environmental control, human factors, support systems, and weight and cost estimates; latest practices in space systems and design of a space mission. Prerequisite: ENGE 362 , ENAE 389 . Prerequisite(s): ENGE 362 , ENAE 389
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ENAE 420 Aerodynamics Credit 3
This course covers the introduction to aerodynamics fundamental concepts such as lift, drag, moment, pressure distribution, boundary layers; potential theory of bodies; airfoil theory and applications; finite wing theory and applications; introduction to Navier-Stokes equations; laminar boundary layers; turbulent boundary layers; instability and turbulence/separation; introduction to airfoil design. Prerequisite(s): ENAE 342 .
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ENAE 430 Finite Element Analysis Credit 3
This course covers the introduction to finite element method and application; relations between stresses, strains, displacements, temperature and material properties; discretization and meshing; force vector, displacement vector, stiffness matrix, assembly process, solution techniques; truss elements, beam elements; triangular and quadrilateral elements; iso-parametric formulation; plane stress and plane strain applications; penalty and Lagrangian methods; software applications. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 270 , ENGE 362
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ENAE 440 Mechatronics Credit 3
This course covers physical and mathematical modeling of mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, thermal, fluid, and multidisciplinary physical systems; sensors and electronics for measurements of system; embedded/external feedback control using conventional and intelligent control algorithms; computer aided engineering tools for mechatronic system design and analysis; practical applications using mechatronic devices. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370 , ENGE 382
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ENAE 442 Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems Credit 3
Basic integrated circuit manufacturing processes; electronics devices fundamentals; microelectromechanical systems fabrications including surface micromachining, bulk micromachining, and lithography; introduction to micro-actuators and microsensors such as micromotors, grippers, accelerometers and pressure sensors; physics of MEMS, scaling law, heat transfer, mechanics, electrostatics; introduction to micro-fluid systems; mechanical and electrical issues in micromachining; packaging techniques; CAD tools to design microelectromechanical structures. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 380
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ENAE 462 Digital Control Systems Credit 3
Introduction to techniques for the analysis and design of digital control systems; linearization; difference equations; z-transforms; design of linear controllers; digital implementation of control systems. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 382
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ENAE 464 Embedded System Design Laboratory Credit 2
Fundamentals of embedded system hardware and firmware design; embedded processor selection; hardware/firmware partitioning; architecture and instruction set of a microcontroller; firmware architecture, design, and debugging; circuit design, layout, and debugging; development tools; a set of design experiments utilizing a popular microcontroller for practical applications. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 383
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ENAE 465 Remote Sensing and Image Processing Credit 3
Passive remote sensing from aerial platforms; basic principles of photogrammetry; geospatial information technology, georeferencing, mosaicking, and rectification; RGB and CIR imagery, multi-spectral imagery; fundamentals of digital image processing; introduction to active remote sensing; applications of remote sensing in engineering and sciences. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370
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ENAE 467 Design of Autonomous Aerial Systems Credit 3
Introduction to unmanned aerial vehicles, manned and unmanned aircraft design; conceptual unmanned aerial vehicles design based on concepts drawn from airplane aerodynamics, aircraft structure, stability and control, propulsion and compressible flows, navigation, guidance, communication, and design of control sensors; design for efficiency, design for performance, design for stability; introduction to ground, wind tunnel and flight testing. Prerequisite(s): ENAE 420
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ENAE 472 Selected Topics in Engineering Credit 3
This course covers selected topics on special or current topics and issues relating to engineering structured for students in engineering and other areas. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor
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Engineering - Computer |
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ENCE 330 Signals and Systems Credit 3
In this course, the concept of linear systems, state space equations for continuous and discrete systems, time domain analysis of linear systems, Fourier, Laplace, and z-transforms and application of theory to problems in general engineering are examined Prerequisite(s): MATH 102 , MATH 241 . . This course is cross-referenced as ENEE 330 .
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ENCE 350 Computer Organization Credit 3
This course provides an introduction to the structure and function of computers, digital computer organization, design of digital computer at the machine and microprogramming level, assembly language programming concepts, data and instruction formats, architecture of the central processing unit, input-output peripherals, registers, memory unit, addressing modes, subroutines and their linkages. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 250 .
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ENCE 352 Microprocessors & Microcomputers Credit 3
This course focuses on microprocessor architectures, instruction sets, and applications, bus structures, memory, and I/O interfacing. The course also covers assembly language programming, real-time system design, interrupt-driven system design, LSI peripheral configuration and drivers, and embedded-system design. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 250 .
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ENCE 372 Computer Networks Credit 3
Fundamentals of computer networks: computer network architecture, network protocols, optical communication, and elements of Queuing Theory. Advance topics in interconnection network architecture and design: network topology, routing strategies, flow control methods, deadlock and deadlock avoidance, congestion control, and network performance analysis. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 250 This course is crosslisted with ENEE 372.
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ENCE 387 Simulation & Virtual Reality Credit 3
This course offers an introduction to computer simulation and virtual reality; fundamental of 3-D simulation modeling; analysis of model output; interaction devices for virtual environments; physical based simulation; virtual prototypes; data exchange and data communication; user interfaces and interactive applications; complete virtual reality systems; using simulation and virtual reality software for modeling. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370 .
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ENCE 422 Introduction to Machine Learning Credit 3
This course provides an overview of machine intelligence and the role of machine learning for making informed data-driven decisions and solving a variety of real-world problems in engineering, computer science or related fields. The course starts with a mathematical and statistical background required for machine learning and covers models, algorithms, and approaches for supervised learning, unsupervised learning, etc., as well as their applications. This course will also discuss recent advances in data analytics such as data modeling, evaluation, data communication and visualization, and data ethics that are critical to machine learning. Topics covered will be illustrated with MATLAB or other software packages for a range of applications, for example, information process, signal/image processing, pattern recognition, system identification, control, agriculture and farming, and healthcare, etc. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 320 or MATH 109 or equivalent.
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ENCE 452 Artificial Intelligence Credit 3
Introduction to theoretical and computational techniques related to human and machine intelligences, selection of data representations and algorithms useful in the design and implementation of intelligent systems, knowledge representation languages, problem-solving heuristics and machine learning are the focus of this course. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370
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ENCE 454 Computer System Architecture Credit 3
Fundamentals of computer design: cost models, performance models, evaluation methodologies, implementation techniques and tools. Topics include instruction set architectures, pipeline design, memory system design, and basic concepts in storage systems. Understanding the rules of parallelism and power in current and possible future computer designs is a growing component. Prerequisite: ENCE 350 . Prerequisite(s): ENCE 350
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ENCE 456 Microprocessors Design Lab Credit 3
This course covers hardware designed experiments to provide practical experience in the design, construction, components selection, and interfaces of digital computers and data transmission systems. Prerequisite: ENCE 352 . Prerequisite(s): ENCE 352 .
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ENCE 458 VLSI Design Credit 3
This course focuses on the introduction to the concepts of large-scale integrated circuit design; device fabrication and modeling; designing CMOS combinational and sequential circuits; designing arithmetic building blocks and memory structures; interconnection and timing issues; testing and verification; simulation and use of current CAD tools. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 340
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ENCE 460 Digital Signal Processing Credit 3
This course explores an introduction to digital signal processing; discrete-time description of signals; z-transform; digital filter structures; infinite and finite impulse response filter design techniques. Prerequisite(s): ENCE 330 .
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ENCE 462 Digital Control Systems Credit 3
This course offers an introduction to techniques for the analysis and design of digital control systems; linearization; difference equations; z-transforms; design of linear controllers; and digital implementation of control systems. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 382 .
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ENCE 464 Embedded System Design Laboratory Credit 2
Fundamentals of embedded system hardware and firmware design, embedded processor selection, hardware/firmware partitioning, architecture and instruction set of a microcontroller, firmware architecture, design, and debugging, circuit design, layout, and debugging, development tools, and a set of design experiments utilizing a popular microcontroller for practical applications are examined. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 383
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ENCE 468 Robotics Credit 3
This covers Introduction to industrial manipulator systems; Kinematic and dynamic models of robotic arms; homogeneous transformations; forward and inverse kinematics; motion control through coordinate transformations; robotic vision and sensors. Prerequisites: ENGE 370 , ENGE 382 . Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370 , ENGE 382 .
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ENCE 469 Robotics and Automation Design Laboratory Credit 2
This course continues the topics covered in ENCE 468 through laboratory experiments to design and develop flexible automation systems utilizing robot manipulators. Prerequisite(s): ENCE 468 .
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ENCE 472 Selected Topics in Engineering Credit 3
This course covers selected topics on special or current topics and issues relating to engineering structured for students in engineering and other areas. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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ENEE 330 Signal and Systems Credit 3
In this course, the concept of linear systems, state space equations for continuous and discrete systems, time domain analysis of linear systems, Fourier, Laplace, and z-transforms and application of theory to problems in general engineering are examined. Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 , ENGE 240 .
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ENEE 348 Electromagnetic Theory Credit 3
This course offers an introduction to electromagnetic fields; Coulomb’s law; Gauss’ law; electrical potential; dielectric materials; capacitance; boundary value problems; Biot-Savart law; Ampere’s law; Lorentz force equation; magnetic materials; magnetic circuits; inductance; time varying fields and Maxwell’s equations. Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 , PHYS 263 .
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ENEE 372 Computer Networks Credit 3
Fundamentals of computer networks: computer network architecture, network protocols, optical communication, and elements of Queuing Theory. Advance topics in interconnection network architecture and design: network topology, routing strategies, flow control methods, deadlock and deadlock avoidance, congestion control, and network performance analysis. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 250 Digital Logic Design
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ENEE 385 Power Electronics Credit 3
This course is an overview of the basic principles of power electronics and its applications; power electronics elements and circuits; connections between power electronics and circuit theory; semiconductor devices for electric power, motor drives, and control are examined. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 340 .
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ENEE 387 Simulation & Virtual Reality Credit 3
This course is an introduction to computer simulation and virtual reality; fundamental of 3-D simulation modeling; analysis of model output; interaction devices for virtual environments; physical based simulation; virtual prototypes; data exchange and data communication; user interfaces and interactive applications; complete virtual reality systems; using simulation and virtual reality software for modeling. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370 .
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ENEE 422 Introduction to Machine Learning Credit 3
This course provides an overview of machine intelligence and the role of machine learning for making informed data-driven decisions and solving a variety of real-world problems in engineering, computer science or related fields. The course starts with a mathematical and statistical background required for machine learning and covers models, algorithms, and approaches for supervised learning, unsupervised learning, etc., as well as their applications. This course will also discuss recent advances in data analytics such as data modeling, evaluation, data communication and visualization, and data ethics that are critical to machine learning. Topics covered will be illustrated with MATLAB or other software packages for a range of applications, for example, information process, signal/image processing, pattern recognition, system identification, control, agriculture and farming, and healthcare, etc. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 320 or MATH 109 or equivalent.
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ENEE 443 Communication Systems Credit 3
This course covers Fourier transforms and linear system analysis; random signals; autocorrelation functions and power spectral densities; analog communication systems; amplitude modulation; single sideband modulation; frequency and phase modulation; sampling theorem and pulse-amplitude modulation; digital communication systems; pulse-code modulation; phase-shift keying; differential phase shift keying; frequency shift keying; performance of analog and digital communication systems in the presence of noise. Prerequisite(s): ENEE 330 .
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ENEE 444 Communication Design Laboratory Credit 2
Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiments exploring the design and development of communication systems based on topics covered in ENEE 443 Communication Systems . Prerequisite(s): ENEE 443 .
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ENEE 460 Digital Signal Processing Credit 3
This course is an introduction to digital signal processing; discrete-time description of signals; z-transform; digital filter structures; infinite and finite impulse response filter design techniques. Prerequisite(s): ENEE 330 .
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ENEE 462 Digital Control Systems Credit 3
This course is an introduction to techniques for the analysis and design of digital control systems; linearization; difference equations; z-transforms; design of linear controllers; digital implementation of control systems. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 382 .
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ENEE 464 Embedded System Design Laboratory Credit 3
This course covers the fundamentals of embedded system hardware and firmware design; embedded processor selection; hardware/firmware partitioning; architecture and instruction set of a microcontroller; firmware architecture, design, and debugging; circuit design, layout, and debugging; development tools; a set of design experiments utilizing a popular microcontroller for practical applications. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 383 .
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ENEE 465 Remote Sensing and Image Processing Credit 3
This course covers passive remote sensing from aerial platforms; basic principles of photogrammetry; geospatial information technology, georeferencing, mosaicking, and rectification; RGB and CIR imagery, multi-spectral imagery; fundamentals of digital image processing; introduction to active remote sensing; applications of remote sensing in engineering and sciences. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370 .
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ENEE 468 Robotics Credit 3
This course covers Introduction to industrial manipulator systems; Kinematic and dynamic models of robotic arms; homogeneous transformations; forward and inverse kinematics; motion control through coordinate transformations; robotic vision and sensors. Prerequisite: ENGE 370 , ENGE 382 . Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370 , ENGE 382 .
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ENEE 469 Robotics and Automation Design Laboratory Credit 2
This course provides laboratory experiments to design and develop flexible automation systems utilizing robot manipulators based on topics covered in ENEE 468 Robotics course. Prerequisite(s): ENEE 468 .
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ENEE 472 Selected Topics in Engineering Credit 3
This course covers selected topics on special or current topics and issues relating to engineering structured for students in engineering and other areas. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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ENME 342 Fluid Mechanics Credit 3
This course explains fluid properties, fluid statistics, conservation of mass, momentum, and energy in control volumes, steady and unsteady Bernoulli’s equation, differential analysis of fluid flow, and dimensional analysis and similitude. This course also provides an introduction to laminar and turbulent flow in addition to an introduction to boundary layers, lift and drag. Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 , ENGE 261 .
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ENME 345 Thermodynamics Credit 3
This course offers insight into work and heat transfer, the study of classical thermodynamics approach to closed systems and control volumes, properties and processes of gases and vapors, zeroth, first, and second laws of thermodynamics for closed systems and control volumes, entropy, thermodynamic power and refrigeration/heat pump cycles. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 261 .
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ENME 346 Heat Transfer Credit 3
This course examines conduction, convection, radiation, heat storage, energy conservation, steady-state/transient conduction, thermal circuit modeling, multidimensional conduction, surface radiation properties, enclosure radiation exchange, surface convection/fluid streams over objects, non-dimensional numbers, laminar, turbulent, thermo buoyant flow, boiling and condensation and heat exchangers. Prerequisite(s): ENME 342 .
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