Engineering & Technology

Programs
Associate Degree Programs
Computer and Networking Technology
Computer Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Certificate Programs
Computer Assisted Manufacturing
Advanced Networking Technician
Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Telecommunications Engineering Technology
The Department of Engineering & Technology offers an array of associate degree and certificate programs to provide students with the skills and foundation for careers and advancement in engineering, engineering technology, manufacturing technology, telecommunications and computer networking.
Computer and Networking Technology (CNTD)
NOTE:
This program is under revision, please consult department when enrolling.
Tip:
Since several courses are required in all Engineering and Technology Concentrations, students may transfer between concentrations more easily, without losing much educational time.
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S) Degree
Knight Campus, Warwick
The Computer and Networking Technology Program prepares students for entry-level technical positions in computer and networking systems administration, installation, and maintenance. This program provides balanced coverage of technological fundamentals, computer hardware and software, and networking technology. Emphasis is placed on operating principles of hardware and software, networking models, operating systems, internetworking components, industry standards and hands-on laboratory activities for developing practical, problem-solving skills.
Students develop the ability to configure and troubleshoot basic PCs, local area networks (LANS) and internetworks using routers and switches. Integrated into the program are courses that prepare students for both the CISCO CCNA examination and CompTIA A+ certification.
Full-Time Students should take courses in this sequence:
1st Semester: COMI 1100, ENGL 2100, ENGR 1020, ETEK 1030,
MATH 1700
2nd Semester: ENGR 2320, ETEK 1060, 1120, MATH 1710, COMI
1415, CSCO 1850
3rd Semester: COMI 1461, 1840, CSCO 1860, ETEK 1000, 2
Liberal Arts Electives
4th Semester: COMI 1451, 1800, CSCO 1870, 1880, ENGR 2520,
ETEK 2350
Part-Time Students:
Should take a balance of General Education and Major requirements each semester
General Education Requirements
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMI 1100 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
| COMI 1415 | Microcomputer Operating System (5 weeks) | 1 | |
| COMI 1451 | Introduction to Windows* | 1 | |
| COMI 1461 | Introduction to UNIX* | 1 | |
| COMI 1800 | Computer Networking Software | 3 | |
| COMI 1840 | Microsoft Windows Server | 3 | |
| ENGL 2100* | Technical Writing | 3 | |
| MATH 1700* | Algebra for Technology | 3 | |
| MATH 1710* | Trigonometry for Technology | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts elective | Select 2 from: THEA, MUSC, CHIN, FREN, PORT, GERM, RUSN, JAPN, SPAN, ITAL, MATH (except 0500, 0600, 0700), ASTR, CHEM, OCEN, BIOL, GEOL, PHYS, ECON, PHIL, PSYC, GEO, POLS, SOCS, HIST | 3 | |
| Total General Education Credits | 27 |
*Placement test required
Major Requirements
P - This course has a prerequisite. See Course Descriptions section for class hours, prerequisites and corequisites.
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR 1020 | Introduction to Engineering and Technology | 3 | |
| ENGR 2320 | P | Digital Electronics | 4 |
| ENGR 2520 | P | Microprocessors and Microcomputers | 4 |
| ETEK 1000 | Introduction to Computer Repair | 3 | |
| ETEK 1030 | P | Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis I | 4 |
| ETEK 1060 | P | Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis II | 4 |
| ETEK 1120 | P | Electronic Devices and Circuits I | 4 |
| ETEK 2350 | P | Computer Repair II | 3 |
| CSCO 1850** | Networking Technology | 3 | |
| CSCO 1860** | P | Intermediate Networking Technology | 3 |
| CSCO 1870** | P | LAN Design/Management | 3 |
| CSCO 1880** | P | WAN Design/Management | 3 |
| Total Major Requirements Credits | 41 |
**can be taken in 7 1/2 weeks (4 hr. lecture, 4 hr.
lab) or
15 weeks (2 hr. lecture, 2 hr. lab)
Total Program Credits..........................................................................................68
Computer Engineering Technology (CETC)
Tip:
Since several courses are required in all Engineering and Technology Concentrations, students may transfer between concentrations more easily, without losing much educational time.
Consult with faculty advisor in selecting electives to determine transferability.
Associate in (A.S.) Science Degree
Knight Campus, Warwick
The Computer Engineering Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions in the computer industry. Computer engineering technicians assist engineers in the design, development, manufacture and testing of new computer-based products and systems. They are also employed to build, install, operate, and maintain computer equipment.
Graduates of this program are proficient in problem solving, fundamental circuit analysis, digital design concepts and basic computer and communications systems architecture. This background also prepares them for positions in design, sales support, research, development, manufacturing, technical support and field service.
Full-Time Students should take courses in this sequence:
1st Semester: COMI 1100, ENGL 2100, ENGR 1020, ETEK 1030,
MATH 1700
2nd Semester: ENGR 2320, ETEK 1060, 1120, MATH 1710, PHYS
1050
3rd Semester: COMP 2430, ETEK 2010, 2220, 2080
4th Semester: ENGR 2520, ETEK 2370, MATH 1510, General
Elective, Liberal Arts Elective
Part-Time Students:
Should take a balance of General Education and Major requirements each semester
General Education Requirements
P - This course has a prerequisite. See Course Descriptions section for class hours, prerequisites and corequisites.
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMI 1100 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
| COMP 2430 | Operating Systems | 4 | |
| ENGL 2100* | P | Technical Writing | 3 |
| General elective | Take any CCRI course. | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Elective** | Select 3 credits from: THEA, MUSC, CHIN, FREN, PORT, GERM, RUSN, JAPN, SPAN, ITAL, MATH (except 0500, 0600, 0700), ASTR, CHEM, OCEN, BIOL, GEOL, PHYS, ECON, PHIL, PSYC, GEO, POLS, SOCS, HIST | 3 | |
| MATH 1700* | P | Algebra for Technology | 3 |
| MATH 1710* | P | Trigonometry for Technology | 3 |
| MATH 1510* | P | Scientific Programming | 3 |
| PHYS 1050 | Physics for Technology I | 4 | |
| Total General Education Credits | 29 |
*Placement test required
Major Requirements
P - This course has a prerequisite. See Course Descriptions section for class hours, prerequisites and corequisites.
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR 1020 | Introduction to Engineering and Technology | 3 | |
| ENGR 2320 | Digital Electronics | 4 | |
| ENGR 2520 | Microprocessors and Microcomputers | 4 | |
| ETEK 1030 | P | Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis I | 4 |
| ETEK 1060 | P | Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis II | 4 |
| ETEK 1120 | P | Electronic Devices and Circuits I | 4 |
| ETEK 2010 | P | Telecommunications I | 4 |
| ETEK 2220 | P | Telecommunications II | 4 |
| ETEK 2280 | P | Analog Communications | 3 |
| ETEK 2370 | P | Technical Project | 4 |
| Total Major Requirements Credits | 40 |
Total Program Credits..........................................................................................69
Electronics Technology (ETEK)
Tip:
Since several courses are required in all Engineering and Technology Concentrations, students may transfer between concentrations more easily, without losing much educational time.
Associate in Applied (A.A.S.) Science Degree
Knight Campus, Warwick
The Electronics program prepares students to become electronic technicians who work in the design, development and testing of electronic systems. The technical skills needed by scientists and engineers form the basic foundation for this program. Electronic technologists are uniquely qualified as valuable assets to an electronics company because they have not only a strong technical background, but considerable hands-on laboratory experience as well.
Graduates of this program have practical experience in problem solving, circuit analysis, circuit design concepts, and communications techniques. These skills prepare them for employment in electronics industries in areas of research and development, design, manufacturing, testing, quality assurance, customer service and sales support.
Full-Time Students should take courses in this sequence:
1st Semester: COMI 1100, ENGL 2100, ENGR 1020, ETEK 1030,
MATH 1700
2nd Semester: ENGR 2320, ETEK 1060, 1120, MATH 1710, PHYS
1050
3rd Semester: ETEK 2220, 2280, General Elective, 2 Liberal
Arts Electives
4th Semester: ENGR 2520, ETEK 2370, 2390, Select 2 from:
CSCO 1850, 1860, ETEK 2210
Part-Time Students:
Should take a balance of General Education and Major requirements each semester
General Education Requirements
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMI 1100 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
| ENGL 2100* | Technical Writing | 3 | |
| MATH 1700* | Algebra for Technology | 3 | |
| MATH 1710 | Trigonometry for Technology | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts electives: |
Select 6 credits from: THEA, MUSC, CHIN, FREN, PORT, GERM, RUSN, JAPN, SPAN, ITAL, MATH (except 0500, 0600, 0700), ASTR, CHEM, OCEN, BIOL, GEOL, PHYS, ECON, PHIL, PSYC, GEO, POLS, SOCS, HIST | 6 | |
| PHYS 1050 | Physics for Technology | 4 | |
| General Elective | Take any CCRI course | 3 | |
| Total General Education Credits | 22 |
*Placement test required
Major Requirements
P - This course has a prerequisite. See Course Descriptions section for class hours, prerequisites and corequisites.
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR 1020 | Introduction to Engineering and Technology | 3 | |
| ENGR 2320 | P | Digital Electronics | 4 |
| ENGR 2520 | P | Microprocessors and Microcomputers | 4 |
| ETEK 1030 | P | Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis I | 4 |
| ETEK 1060 | P | Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis II | 4 |
| ETEK 1120 | P | Electronic Devices and Circuits I | 4 |
| ETEK 2220 | P | Electronic Devices and Circuits II | 3 |
| ETEK 2280 | P | Analog Communications | 4 |
| ETEK 2370 | P | Technical Project | 2 |
| ETEK 2390 | P | Industrial Electronics | 4 |
| 2 Technical Electronics |
Select 6-7 credits from: CSCO 1850, 1860, ETEK | 6-7 | |
| Total Major Requirements Credits | 42-43 |
Total Program Credits..........................................................................................64-65
Engineering Transfer (ENGN)
Tip:
Students interested in transferring to the URI Engineering Program should consult the Transfer Guide available online at www.ribghe.org.
Select elective courses in consultation with a faculty advisor.
Associate in (A.S.) Science Degree
Knight Campus, Warwick
Successful completion of this program enables qualified students to transfer to an accredited engineering curriculum at a four-year college or university to earn a bachelor of science degree in an engineering field.
This program provides a firm background in basic engineering principles. The curriculum includes a strong foundation in mathematics, the basic sciences and engineering fundamentals, as well as a good portion of liberal arts courses. A strong background in high school mathematics with a minimum of two years of algebra or the equivalent is required for admission into the Engineering Program.
General Education Requirements
P - This course has a prerequisite. See Course Descriptions section for class hours, prerequisites and corequisites.
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1010* | Composition I | 3 | |
| MATH 1910* | Calculus I (take Placement test prior to summer session) | 4 | |
| CHEM 1030 | P | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| Liberal Arts Electives |
Select 12 credits from English, Fine Arts (not studio), Foreign Language, Social Science | 12 | |
| MATH 1510 | Scientific Programming | 3 | |
| PHYS 1100 | Engineering Physics | 4 | |
| MATH 1920 | P | Calculus II | 4 |
| Physical Science Elective |
Select 3 credits from MATH (except 0500, 0600, 0700), ASTR, CHEM, OCEN, BIOL, GEOL, PHYS) | 3 | |
| MATH 2910 | P | Calculus III | 4 |
| General Electives | Select 3 credits from any academic area | 3 | |
| Total General Education Credits | 45 |
*Placement test required. Some students may be required to complete MATH 1900 and/or ENGL 1005 also.
Major Requirements
P - This course has a prerequisite. See Course Descriptions section for class hours, prerequisites and corequisites.
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR 1020 | Intro. to Engineering and Technology | 3 | |
| ENGR 1030 | Engineering Graphics | 3 | |
| ENGR 2050 | P | Engineering Mechanics Statics | 3 |
| ENGR 2060 | P | Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics | 3 |
| ENGR 2150 | P | Intro. to Electrical Engineering | 3 |
| ENGR 2151 | P | Intro. to Electrical Engineering Lab | 1 |
| ENGR 2160 | P | Introduction to Engineering Analysis | 2 |
| ENGR 2540 | P | Mechanics of Materials for Engineering | 3 |
| ENGR 2620 | P | Linear Electrical Systems & Circuit Theory | 3 |
| Total Major Requirements Credits | 24 |
Total Program Credits..........................................................................................69
LAND SURVEYING (LAND) [NEW for Fall 07]
Tip:
Students considering transfer to URI’s bachelor program in civil engineering are encouraged to follow a calculus MATH sequence including MATH-1900, 1910, 1920, 2910 in place of MATH 1700, 1710, 1670.
Associate in APPLIED Science (A.A.S.) Degree
Knight Campus, Warwick
The Land Survey program curriculum is tailored to individuals seeking a career as a registered Professional Land Surveyor. Technological advancements have made the traditional mentor/apprentice approach to training obsolete. As of 1992, a new state law requires anyone applying for registration as a professional land surveyor to have a minimum of an associate's degree in land surveying or related curriculum. Most businesses are unable to afford the required commitment of time and money in training recruits in the basics of science and law. Land surveyors are playing an ever-increasing role in major land development projects and providing geographical data to information systems throughout the country. Graduates can also find careers as technicians and professionals in government, such as surveying, engineering, planning, zoning and public works departments, and in the private sector with surveying, engineering and architectural firms.
General Education Requirements
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 2100* | Technical Writing | 3 | |
| SPCH 1100 | Oral Communications | 3 | |
| MATH 1700 | Algebra for Technology | 3 | |
| MATH 1710* | Trigonometry for Technology | 3 | |
| GEOL 1010 | General Geology I | 4 | |
| COMI 1100 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Elective | |||
| Science Elective | |||
| Social Science Elective | |||
| Total General Education Credits | 23 |
*Placement test required
Major Requirements
P - This course has a prerequisite. See Course Descriptions section for class hours, prerequisites and corequisites.
| COURSE NO. | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGR 1030 | Engineering Graphics | 3 | |
| ENGT 1060 | P | AutoCAD Basic | 1 |
| ENGT 1070 | P | AutoCAD (Advanced) | 2 |
| CVE 240*** | Geomatics (Land Surveying I) | 3 | |
| CVE-241*** | Goematics Lab | 3 | |
| ENGT **** | P | Land Surveying II | 3 |
| ENGT 1410 | P | Drafting for Surveyors | 3 |
| MATH 1670 | P | Quantitative Business Analysis | 3 |
| LAWS 2050 | Law of Contracts | 5 | |
| LAWS 2060 | Law of Property, Estates and Trusts | 3 | |
| MATH 1550 | P | Statistical Analysis I | 3 |
| PHYS 1050* | Physics for Technology I | 4 | |
| Total Major Requirements Credits | 33 |
Total Program Credits..........................................................................................61


