Engineering Design - Course Descriptions
ENGD 100 Design and Communication Studio 6R-10L-8C F
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Integrates rhetorical analysis, research methods, and the conventions of academic writing into the design process. Includes problem definition, analysis, alternate solutions, and specifications of final solutions. Uses sketching, computer-aided drawings, and traditional orthographic drawings to communicate design decisions. Introduces teamwork through group design efforts and instruction. Successful completion of this studio satisfies the requirements of RH131, EM103, and EM104. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD100 and any of RH131, EM103, and EM104.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Integrates rhetorical analysis, research methods, and the conventions of academic writing into the design process. Includes problem definition, analysis, alternate solutions, and specifications of final solutions. Uses sketching, computer-aided drawings, and traditional orthographic drawings to communicate design decisions. Introduces teamwork through group design efforts and instruction. Successful completion of this studio satisfies the requirements of RH131, EM103, and EM104. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD100 and any of RH131, EM103, and EM104.
ENGD 110 Circuits, Software Development, and Societal Impact Design Studio 4R-12L-6C W
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Extends the design process to include the development of software, the use of instrumentation and measurement techniques, and the consideration of scientific research and technological development within cultural, historical, and social contexts and values. Introduces fundamental principles and techniques of programming, including classes, objects, and methods. Surveys types of sensors and basic principles of circuit design (including Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Laws). Supplies context in ideas about technical progress and scientific facts, the role of design in social institutions, and issues of gender facing technical professionals and knowledge domains. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD110 and any of CSSE120, ES213, or HUM H239 (formerly IA239).
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Extends the design process to include the development of software, the use of instrumentation and measurement techniques, and the consideration of scientific research and technological development within cultural, historical, and social contexts and values. Introduces fundamental principles and techniques of programming, including classes, objects, and methods. Surveys types of sensors and basic principles of circuit design (including Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Laws). Supplies context in ideas about technical progress and scientific facts, the role of design in social institutions, and issues of gender facing technical professionals and knowledge domains. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD110 and any of CSSE120, ES213, or HUM H239 (formerly IA239).
ENGD 120 Integrating Electrical, Software, and Societal Systems 4R-12L-6C S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 110
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Continues the design process with software development, instrumentation and measurement techniques, and cultural, historical, and social contexts and values surrounding scientific and technological development work. Adds more advanced programming concepts (implicit loops and conditionals) and tasks of software development (such as development of user interfaces). Includes use of electronic components (op amps, capacitors, inductors) and signal processing (amplifiers and filters). Social contexts for analysis of technology and its history include gender and work, with particular attention to the social implications of biotechnology. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for ENGD120 and any of CSSE120, ES213, or IA239. Successful completion of ENGD110 and ENGD120 satisfies the requirements of ES213, ES213L, CSSE120, and IA239.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 110
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Continues the design process with software development, instrumentation and measurement techniques, and cultural, historical, and social contexts and values surrounding scientific and technological development work. Adds more advanced programming concepts (implicit loops and conditionals) and tasks of software development (such as development of user interfaces). Includes use of electronic components (op amps, capacitors, inductors) and signal processing (amplifiers and filters). Social contexts for analysis of technology and its history include gender and work, with particular attention to the social implications of biotechnology. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for ENGD120 and any of CSSE120, ES213, or IA239. Successful completion of ENGD110 and ENGD120 satisfies the requirements of ES213, ES213L, CSSE120, and IA239.
ENGD 150 Independent Design Project 1R-2L-2C S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. May include computer-aided design, testing, or design methodology. Plan of study for students' specialization must be approved.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. May include computer-aided design, testing, or design methodology. Plan of study for students' specialization must be approved.
ENGD 151 MATLAB for Problem Solving 0.5R-1.5L-1C F
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Examines efficient methods for acquiring a new programming language. Applies MATLAB for matrix manipulations, signal and/or image processing, and controls.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Examines efficient methods for acquiring a new programming language. Applies MATLAB for matrix manipulations, signal and/or image processing, and controls.
ENGD 190 Selected Topics in Engineering Design 1-4C Arranged F,W,S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only, approval of director, advisor, and course instructor
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. Projects may emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only, approval of director, advisor, and course instructor
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. Projects may emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 199 Professional Experience 1R-0L-1C
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
The professional experiences course captures the practical work experiences related to the student’s academic discipline. Students are required to submit a formal document of their reflections, which communicates how their employment opportunity reinforced and enhanced their academic studies. The course will be graded as “S” satisfactory, or “U” unsatisfactory based on the written report of the professional experience.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
The professional experiences course captures the practical work experiences related to the student’s academic discipline. Students are required to submit a formal document of their reflections, which communicates how their employment opportunity reinforced and enhanced their academic studies. The course will be graded as “S” satisfactory, or “U” unsatisfactory based on the written report of the professional experience.
ENGD 200 Systems Accounting and Modeling I 2R-0L-2C W
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: MA 111 or
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Covers systems accounting and modeling approach to engineering science, conservation of mass, linear and angular momentum. 2D and 3D vectors will be introduced and reinforced with examples.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: MA 111 or
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Covers systems accounting and modeling approach to engineering science, conservation of mass, linear and angular momentum. 2D and 3D vectors will be introduced and reinforced with examples.
ENGD 205 Systems Accounting and Modeling I 3R-0L-3C W
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: MA 111
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Covers systems accounting and modeling approach to engineering science, conservation of mass, linear and angular momentum. 2D and 3D vectors will be introduced and reinforced with examples. Basic stress-strain, impact/impulse, relative motion, and tipping will be covered.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: MA 111
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Covers systems accounting and modeling approach to engineering science, conservation of mass, linear and angular momentum. 2D and 3D vectors will be introduced and reinforced with examples. Basic stress-strain, impact/impulse, relative motion, and tipping will be covered.
ENGD 210 Systems Accounting and Modeling II 4R-0L-4C S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 200 or EM 121 or equivalent
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
A common framework for engineering analysis is extended using the concepts of a system, accounting and conservation of extensive properties, constitutive relations, constraints, and modeling assumptions. Stress, strain, and deformation under axial loading are defined. Equilibrium is defined. Conservation equations for mass, charge, momentum and energy, and an entropy accounting equation are developed. Applications are developed from multiple engineering disciplines. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD210 and ES201.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 200 or EM 121 or equivalent
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
A common framework for engineering analysis is extended using the concepts of a system, accounting and conservation of extensive properties, constitutive relations, constraints, and modeling assumptions. Stress, strain, and deformation under axial loading are defined. Equilibrium is defined. Conservation equations for mass, charge, momentum and energy, and an entropy accounting equation are developed. Applications are developed from multiple engineering disciplines. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD210 and ES201.
ENGD 215 Systems Accounting and Modeling II 3R-0L-3C S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 205 or EM 121 or equivalent
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This course is a continuation of ENGD 205 and emphasizes engineering problem solving using common engineering science concepts: systems, conservation and accounting principles for extensive properties, material properties, constitutive equations, and physical constraints. This framework, combined with appropriate mathematics, provides a powerful tool for modeling and predicting the behavior of the physical world. The course introduces two- and three-dimensional force systems, equilibrium, distributed forces, and strength and elastic deflection of engineering materials under axial loading. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD215 and ES201.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 205 or EM 121 or equivalent
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This course is a continuation of ENGD 205 and emphasizes engineering problem solving using common engineering science concepts: systems, conservation and accounting principles for extensive properties, material properties, constitutive equations, and physical constraints. This framework, combined with appropriate mathematics, provides a powerful tool for modeling and predicting the behavior of the physical world. The course introduces two- and three-dimensional force systems, equilibrium, distributed forces, and strength and elastic deflection of engineering materials under axial loading. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD215 and ES201.
ENGD 240 User Experience Design Studio 4R-12L-6C W
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 120
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Provides students with instruction and practice in analyzing contexts, audiences, and genres. Stakeholder analysis will be emphasized. SCRUM project management techniques will be introduced. Object-oriented programming concepts, including the use of inheritance, interfaces, polymorphism, abstract data types, and encapsulation to enable software reuse and assist in software maintenance will be introduced. Habits of rhetorical analysis, skills in teaming and collaboration, and techniques for presenting content and evidence will be presented. Systems engineering models will be integrated with software development. User experience and usability testing will be emphasized. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 240 and either of RH 330 or CSSE 220.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 120
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Provides students with instruction and practice in analyzing contexts, audiences, and genres. Stakeholder analysis will be emphasized. SCRUM project management techniques will be introduced. Object-oriented programming concepts, including the use of inheritance, interfaces, polymorphism, abstract data types, and encapsulation to enable software reuse and assist in software maintenance will be introduced. Habits of rhetorical analysis, skills in teaming and collaboration, and techniques for presenting content and evidence will be presented. Systems engineering models will be integrated with software development. User experience and usability testing will be emphasized. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 240 and either of RH 330 or CSSE 220.
ENGD 250 Human Computer Interfaces Studio 4R- 12L-6C S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 240
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Extends the design process to include development of human-computer (HCI) interfaces. Continues with object-oriented programming concepts such as use of common object-based data structures, including stacks, queues, lists, trees, sets, maps, and hash tables. Space/time efficiency analysis. Testing. Introduction to UML. Crafting documents to meet the demands and constraints of professional situations; integrating all stages of the writing process; and collaborating effectively within and across teams will be emphasized. Systems engineering models will be used. Successful completion of both ENGD 240 and ENGD 250 meet the prerequisite requirements of RH 330 and CSSE 220. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 250 and either of RH 330 or CSSE 220.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 240
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Extends the design process to include development of human-computer (HCI) interfaces. Continues with object-oriented programming concepts such as use of common object-based data structures, including stacks, queues, lists, trees, sets, maps, and hash tables. Space/time efficiency analysis. Testing. Introduction to UML. Crafting documents to meet the demands and constraints of professional situations; integrating all stages of the writing process; and collaborating effectively within and across teams will be emphasized. Systems engineering models will be used. Successful completion of both ENGD 240 and ENGD 250 meet the prerequisite requirements of RH 330 and CSSE 220. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 250 and either of RH 330 or CSSE 220.
ENGD 260 Product Design Studio VI: Product Design 4R-12L-6C F
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 100 or equivalent
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Continues the design process by examining the interactions between design and manufacturing from the designer's point of view. Common manufacturing processes will be introduced and design guidelines will be developed for each process. Emphasizes a systems engineering approach for new product development. Applies several design methods to integrate concepts of form and function to realize value for the user. Explores the intersections of beauty and utility in design. Visceral, behavioral, and reflective aspects of emotional design are examined. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 250 and HUM 239.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 100 or equivalent
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Continues the design process by examining the interactions between design and manufacturing from the designer's point of view. Common manufacturing processes will be introduced and design guidelines will be developed for each process. Emphasizes a systems engineering approach for new product development. Applies several design methods to integrate concepts of form and function to realize value for the user. Explores the intersections of beauty and utility in design. Visceral, behavioral, and reflective aspects of emotional design are examined. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 250 and HUM 239.
ENGD 270 Vertically Integrated Project I 1R-2L-2C W
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Sophomore students work as mentors with freshmen in the program under faculty supervision. Special emphasis will be placed on time management and psychological safety.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Sophomore students work as mentors with freshmen in the program under faculty supervision. Special emphasis will be placed on time management and psychological safety.
ENGD 271 Vertically Integrated Project II 1R-2L-2C S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Sophomore students work with seniors who are completing their capstone design projects. Special emphasis will be placed on project management and teaming.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Sophomore students work with seniors who are completing their capstone design projects. Special emphasis will be placed on project management and teaming.
ENGD 290 Selected Topics in Engineering Design 1-4C Arranged F,W,S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only, approval of director, advisor, and course instructor
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. Projects may emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only, approval of director, advisor, and course instructor
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. Projects may emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 300 Engineering Practicum I 0R-12L-4C Su
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 260
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Requires in-depth experience in engineering design processes. May emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Practicum learning outcomes must be approved by the Director of Engineering Design. ENGD 300 and ENGD 301 must be taken consecutively.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 260
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Requires in-depth experience in engineering design processes. May emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Practicum learning outcomes must be approved by the Director of Engineering Design. ENGD 300 and ENGD 301 must be taken consecutively.
ENGD 301 Engineering Practicum II 0R-12L-4C F
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 300
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Requires in-depth experience in engineering design processes. May emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Practicum learning outcomes must be approved by the Director of Engineering Design. ENGD 300 and ENGD 301 must be taken consecutively.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 300
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Requires in-depth experience in engineering design processes. May emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Practicum learning outcomes must be approved by the Director of Engineering Design. ENGD 300 and ENGD 301 must be taken consecutively.
ENGD 302 Engineering Practicum III 0R-12L-4C S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 301
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Requires significant design experience. May emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Practicum learning outcomes must be approved by the Director of Engineering Design. ENGD 302 and ENGD 303 must be taken consecutively.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 301
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Requires significant design experience. May emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Practicum learning outcomes must be approved by the Director of Engineering Design. ENGD 302 and ENGD 303 must be taken consecutively.
ENGD 303 Engineering Practicum IV 0R-12L-4C Su
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 302
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Requires significant design experience. May emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Practicum learning outcomes must be approved by the Director of Engineering Design. ENGD 302 and ENGD 303 must be taken consecutively.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 302
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Requires significant design experience. May emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Practicum learning outcomes must be approved by the Director of Engineering Design. ENGD 302 and ENGD 303 must be taken consecutively.
ENGD 390 Selected Topics in Engineering Design 1-4C Arranged F,W,S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only, approval of director, advisor, and course instructor
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. Projects may emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only, approval of director, advisor, and course instructor
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. Projects may emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 490 Selected Topics in Engineering Design 1-4C Arranged F,W,S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only, approval of director, advisor, and course instructor
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. Projects may emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only, approval of director, advisor, and course instructor
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Selected design projects. Projects may emphasize certain phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.