ENGR (Engineering)

ENGR 1020 - Introduction to Engineering and Technology - 3 Credits

This course introduces students to the various fields of engineering and technology and the relationship of the engineer to the technician. Analytical tools such as dimensional analysis, statistical and graphical analysis and digital and analog computers are introduced along with methods of solving and presenting practical problems. (Prerequisite or Corequisite: MATH 0600 or higher or permission of instructor) Lecture: 3 hours

ENGR 1030 - Engineering Graphics - 3 Credits

This course studies the theory of orthographic projection and the principles of descriptive geometry. Students construct exact drawings of three-dimensional objects including auxiliary views, cross-sections, dimensioning, pictorial drawings and free-hand sketching. Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 3 hours

ENGR 2050 - Engineering Mechanics - Statics - 3 Credits

This is a basic course built around solutions and applications of Newton’s laws of forces in equilibrium. Systems of particles and rigid bodies are studied using standard scalar and vector methods. (Prerequisite: MATH 1910 or equivalent) Lecture: 4 hours

ENGR 2060 - Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics - 3 Credits

This course covers the application of Newton’s law of motion, to include kinematic and kinetic studies of the motion of systems of particles and rigid bodies, acted upon by unbalanced forces. (Prerequisites: ENGR 2050 and MATH 1920) Lecture: 4 hours

ENGR 2150 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering - 3 Credits

This basic course in electrical engineering includes a study of static, electric and magnetic fields, Coulomb’s laws, capacitance and inductance, GAUSS’ Law, Ampere’s Law, electrical current and voltage. (Recommended: Calculus background) Lecture: 3 hours

ENGR 2151 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering Lab - 1 Credit

Laboratory exercises reinforce the theory learned in the Introduction to Electrical Engineering course. Use of various electronic instruments to make measurements is an important part of the lab. (Corequisite: ENGR 2150) Lab: 3 hours

ENGR 2160 - Introduction to Engineering Analysis - 2 Credits

This course introduces students to analytical methods employed in engineering problem solving using computer software. (Prerequisite: ENGR 2050 and MATH1920 Lecture: 3 hours

ENGR 2320 - Digital Electronics - 4 Credits

This course studies logical building blocks and functional building blocks such as OR gates, AND gates, inventers, XOR gates registers, counters, adders, D/A converters, A/D converters, decoders, encoders and binary multiplexers. Number systems and codes, arithmetic processes and memory devices are also covered. Input, output, memory, control and arithmetic functional units are developed using functional building-blocks. Note: Engineering students should consult department academic advisor before enrolling. Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours

ENGR 2520 - Microprocessor and Microcomputers - 4 Credits

This hands-on course familiarizes students with computer and microprocessor software and hardware. Computer architecture and interfacing with input and output devices is studied. Students develop an understanding of how the computer is used to control electronic and mechanical devices. (Recommended: Digital electronics background) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours

ENGR 2530 - Advanced Microprocessors - 4 Credits

This course studies 16 bit and 32 bit microprocessors with emphasis on the 8086 series of processors. In the lab. students gain hands-on experience using computers to control electro-mechanical devices and using debuggers. (Prerequisite: ENGR 2320 and 2520 or equivalent) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours

ENGR 2540 - Mechanics of Materials for Engineering - 3 Credits

This is a basic study of the theory of stresses and strains in beams, columns and thin-walled cylinders including combined bending and direct stresses. (Prerequisites: ENGR 2050) Lecture: 3 hours

ENGR 2560 - Mechanical Engineering Laboratory - 1 Credit

This laboratory covers the theory of stresses, strains and physical properties of engineering materials. (Corequisite: ENGR 2540) Lab: 3 hours

ENGR 2620 - Linear Electrical Systems and Circuit Theory for Engineers - 3 Credits

This course offers a study of electrical linear circuit theorems, Kirchhoff’s Laws, DC resistive networks, dependent sources, natural and forced response of first and second order circuits, sinusoidal steady-state response and A.C. power. (Recommended: Calculus background) Lecture: 4 hours

ENGR 2621 - Linear Circuits Lab - 2 Credits

Topics covered in this lab include: D.C. measurements, natural and step response of first and second order circuits, A.C. measurements, impulse and frequency response and operational amplifiers. (Corequisite: ENGR 2620) Lecture: 1 hour, Lab: 3 hours