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. Introduces disability studies, a multi-disciplinary field that identifies, challenges, and re-conceptualizes representations of disability. 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 HUM H140, EM 103, and EM 104. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 100 and any of HUM H140, EM 103, and EM 104.
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. Introduces disability studies, a multi-disciplinary field that identifies, challenges, and re-conceptualizes representations of disability. 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 HUM H140, EM 103, and EM 104. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 100 and any of HUM H140, EM 103, and EM 104.
ENGD 101 Representations of Design Studio 1R-5L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Uses sketching, computer-aided drawings, and traditional orthographic drawings to develop and communicate design decisions. Emphasizes design intent. Successful completion of ENGD 101 satisfies the requirements of EM 104. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 101 and EM 104.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Uses sketching, computer-aided drawings, and traditional orthographic drawings to develop and communicate design decisions. Emphasizes design intent. Successful completion of ENGD 101 satisfies the requirements of EM 104. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 101 and EM 104.
ENGD 102 Design Realization Studio 1R-5L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Includes problem definition, stakeholder analysis, design and manufacturing processes, prototyping, and communicating the design. Successful completion of ENGD 102 satisfies the requirements of EM 103. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 102 and EM 103.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Includes problem definition, stakeholder analysis, design and manufacturing processes, prototyping, and communicating the design. Successful completion of ENGD 102 satisfies the requirements of EM 103. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 102 and EM 103.
ENGD 103 Designing for Disabilities Studio 4R-0L-4C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduces disability studies, a multi-disciplinary field that identifies, challenges, and re-conceptualizes representations of disability. Integrates concepts from ENGD 101 and ENGD 102 to meet the needs of a client with disabilities. Includes ethnographic observations. Successful completion of ENGD 103 satisfies the requirements of HUM H140. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 103 and HUM H140.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduces disability studies, a multi-disciplinary field that identifies, challenges, and re-conceptualizes representations of disability. Integrates concepts from ENGD 101 and ENGD 102 to meet the needs of a client with disabilities. Includes ethnographic observations. Successful completion of ENGD 103 satisfies the requirements of HUM H140. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 103 and HUM H140.
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 BE 121, CSSE 120, ES 213, ES 213L, or HUM H190.
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 BE 121, CSSE 120, ES 213, ES 213L, or HUM H190.
ENGD 111 Science, Technology, and Society in Design 02R-0L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Considers scientific research and technological development with cultural, historical, and social contexts and values. Examines role of metrics in design. Successful completion of ENGD 111 and ENGD 121 satisfies the requirements of HUM H190. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for ENGD 111 and HUM H190.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Considers scientific research and technological development with cultural, historical, and social contexts and values. Examines role of metrics in design. Successful completion of ENGD 111 and ENGD 121 satisfies the requirements of HUM H190. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for ENGD 111 and HUM H190.
ENGD 112 DC Circuits 1R-6L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduces the fundamentals of DC circuit design and analysis. DC circuit analysis tools such as Kirchhoff’s laws, mesh and nodal analysis, superposition, and source transformations are utilized. Surveys types of sensors and basic principles of circuit design. Successful completion of ENGD 112 satisfies the requirements of BE 121. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 112 and any of BE 121, ES213, or ES213L.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduces the fundamentals of DC circuit design and analysis. DC circuit analysis tools such as Kirchhoff’s laws, mesh and nodal analysis, superposition, and source transformations are utilized. Surveys types of sensors and basic principles of circuit design. Successful completion of ENGD 112 satisfies the requirements of BE 121. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 112 and any of BE 121, ES213, or ES213L.
ENGD 113 Software Development Principles 1R-6L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
An introduction to procedural and object-oriented programming with an emphasis on problem solving. Problems may include visualizing scientific or commercial data, interfacing with external hardware such as robots, or solving numeric problems from a variety of engineering disciplines. Introduces fundamental principles and techniques of programming, including classes, objects, and methods. Successful completion of ENGD 113 and ENGD 123 satisfies the requirements of CSSE 120. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 113 and CSSE 120.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
An introduction to procedural and object-oriented programming with an emphasis on problem solving. Problems may include visualizing scientific or commercial data, interfacing with external hardware such as robots, or solving numeric problems from a variety of engineering disciplines. Introduces fundamental principles and techniques of programming, including classes, objects, and methods. Successful completion of ENGD 113 and ENGD 123 satisfies the requirements of CSSE 120. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 113 and CSSE 120.
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. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for ENGD120 and any of CSSE120, ES213, or HUM H190. Successful completion of ENGD110 and ENGD120 satisfies the requirements of BE 131, ES213, ES213L, CSSE120, and HUM H190.
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. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for ENGD120 and any of CSSE120, ES213, or HUM H190. Successful completion of ENGD110 and ENGD120 satisfies the requirements of BE 131, ES213, ES213L, CSSE120, and HUM H190.
ENGD 121 Science, Technology, and Society in Design 2R-0L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 110 or ENGD 111
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Considers scientific research and technological development with cultural, historical, and social contexts and values. Scheduled with ENGD 122 and ENGD 123. Successful completion of ENGD 111 and ENGD 121 satisfies the requirements of HUM H190. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 121 and HUM H190.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 110 or ENGD 111
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Considers scientific research and technological development with cultural, historical, and social contexts and values. Scheduled with ENGD 122 and ENGD 123. Successful completion of ENGD 111 and ENGD 121 satisfies the requirements of HUM H190. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 121 and HUM H190.
ENGD 122 AC Circuits 1R-6L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 110 or BE 121 or ENGD 112
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This course introduces the fundamentals of AC circuit design and analysis. Topics include RLC circuits, equivalent impedance, phasor domain analysis (nodal analysis, mesh current, source superposition, source transformation), and Thevenin and Norton theorems. The concept of linear systems and the use of electronic components (op-amps, capacitors, inductors) will also be introduced. Successful completion of ENGD 122 satisfies the requirements of BE 131. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 122 and any of BE 131, ES213, or ES213L.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 110 or BE 121 or ENGD 112
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This course introduces the fundamentals of AC circuit design and analysis. Topics include RLC circuits, equivalent impedance, phasor domain analysis (nodal analysis, mesh current, source superposition, source transformation), and Thevenin and Norton theorems. The concept of linear systems and the use of electronic components (op-amps, capacitors, inductors) will also be introduced. Successful completion of ENGD 122 satisfies the requirements of BE 131. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 122 and any of BE 131, ES213, or ES213L.
ENGD 123 Software Development Principles 1R-6L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 110 or ENGD 113
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Adds more advanced programming concepts (implicit loops and conditionals) and tasks of software development (such as development of user interfaces). Successful completion of ENGD 113 and ENGD 123 satisfies the requirements of CSSE 120. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 123 and CSSE 120.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 110 or ENGD 113
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Adds more advanced programming concepts (implicit loops and conditionals) and tasks of software development (such as development of user interfaces). Successful completion of ENGD 113 and ENGD 123 satisfies the requirements of CSSE 120. Students may not receive credit towards graduation for both ENGD 123 and CSSE 120.
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 Problem Solving and Data Representation 0.5R-1.5L-1C S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Discusses scientific data representation. Examines efficient methods for acquiring a new programming language. Uses both Excel and MATLAB for problem solving and data representation.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Discusses scientific data representation. Examines efficient methods for acquiring a new programming language. Uses both Excel and MATLAB for problem solving and data representation.
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 ENGD 240 and either ENGL H290 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 ENGD 240 and either ENGL H290 or CSSE 220.
ENGD 241 Technical Communication in Design 2R-0L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Habits of rhetorical analysis, skills in teaming and collaboration, and techniques for presenting content and evidence will be presented. User experience and usability testing will be emphasized. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 241 and ENGL H290.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Habits of rhetorical analysis, skills in teaming and collaboration, and techniques for presenting content and evidence will be presented. User experience and usability testing will be emphasized. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 241 and ENGL H290.
ENGD 242 Design Thinking 1R-6L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This course expands design processes to include decision making, design of experiments, and additional processes for monitoring customer requirements.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This course expands design processes to include decision making, design of experiments, and additional processes for monitoring customer requirements.
ENGD 243 Software Development Principles 1R-6L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
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. 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 243 and CSSE 220.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
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. 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 243 and 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 ENGL H290 and CSSE 220. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 250 and either of ENGL H290 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 ENGL H290 and CSSE 220. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 250 and either of ENGL H290 or CSSE 220.
ENGD 251 Technical Communication in Design II 2R-0L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Crafting documents to meet the demands and constraints of professional situations; integrating all stages of the writing process; user experience; usability testing; and collaborating effectively within and across teams will be emphasized. Successful completion of ENGD 241 and ENGD 251 meets the requirements of ENGL H290. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 251 and ENGL H290.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Crafting documents to meet the demands and constraints of professional situations; integrating all stages of the writing process; user experience; usability testing; and collaborating effectively within and across teams will be emphasized. Successful completion of ENGD 241 and ENGD 251 meets the requirements of ENGL H290. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 251 and ENGL H290.
ENGD 252 Design of Human-Computer Interfaces 1R-6L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Extends the design process to include development of human-computer (HCI) interfaces. User experience will be emphasized.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Extends the design process to include development of human-computer (HCI) interfaces. User experience will be emphasized.
Prerequisite Notes:
ENGD 240, or both CSSE 220 and ENGD 241, or both ENGD 241 and ENGD 243
ENGD 253 Software Development Principles 1R-6L-2C Not offered
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
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. Successful completion of ENGD 243 and ENGD 253 meets the requirements of CSSE 220. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 253 and CSSE 220.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: See below
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
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. Successful completion of ENGD 243 and ENGD 253 meets the requirements of CSSE 220. Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both ENGD 253 and CSSE 220.
Prerequisite Notes:
ENGD 240, or both CSSE 220 and ENGD 241, or both ENGD 241 and ENGD 243
ENGD 260 Product Design Studio 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.
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.
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.
This course emphasizes ethics, professionalism, and codes and standards. Students apply concepts to an external situation, either with other majors and/or students in other academic years.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This course emphasizes ethics, professionalism, and codes and standards. Students apply concepts to an external situation, either with other majors and/or students in other academic years.
ENGD 271 Design Testing 1R-2L-2C S
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Students write test plans, conduct experimentation, and reflect on the results.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD majors only
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Students write test plans, conduct experimentation, and reflect on the results.
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 4R-0L-4C See Department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: Student must obtain professional work experience such as an internship or co-op
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.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: Student must obtain professional work experience such as an internship or co-op
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.
ENGD 301 Creative Design Practicum 4R-0L-4C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Applies creativity techniques to the student’s work environment. The work environment must contain some 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: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Applies creativity techniques to the student’s work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 302 Human Factors Practicum 4R-0L-4C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Human factors engineering aims to improve human interaction with systems by enhancing safety (reducing the risk of injury), performance (increasing productivity), and satisfaction (acceptance, comfort). Students will learn and be able to identify critical human factors in a system that affect safety, performance, and satisfaction. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Students may not receive credit for both ENGD 302 and EGMT 540.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Human factors engineering aims to improve human interaction with systems by enhancing safety (reducing the risk of injury), performance (increasing productivity), and satisfaction (acceptance, comfort). Students will learn and be able to identify critical human factors in a system that affect safety, performance, and satisfaction. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Students may not receive credit for both ENGD 302 and EGMT 540.
ENGD 303 Systems Architecture Practicum 4R-0L-4C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This class will introduce students to the art and science of systems architecting, where systems architecting refers to uncovering the fundamental structure of a system (functional, physical, logical, operational) defined in terms of system’s elements, interfaces, processes, constraints, and behaviors that must operate under specific requirements and constraints. Focus will be placed on investigating the broader meaning of architectures, as they relate to organizations and businesses, in addition to engineered systems and products. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Students may not receive credit for ENGD 303 and either of EMGT 464 or EMGT 564.
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This class will introduce students to the art and science of systems architecting, where systems architecting refers to uncovering the fundamental structure of a system (functional, physical, logical, operational) defined in terms of system’s elements, interfaces, processes, constraints, and behaviors that must operate under specific requirements and constraints. Focus will be placed on investigating the broader meaning of architectures, as they relate to organizations and businesses, in addition to engineered systems and products. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Students may not receive credit for ENGD 303 and either of EMGT 464 or EMGT 564.
ENGD 304 Material Properties Practicum 2R-0L-2C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduces properties of metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Describes the similarities and differences in the mechanical properties, structure, and processing. Relates material processing to properties through underlying material structure. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some 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: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduces properties of metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Describes the similarities and differences in the mechanical properties, structure, and processing. Relates material processing to properties through underlying material structure. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 305 Material Selection Practicum 2R-0L-2C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 304 or ME 328 or CHE 315 or BE 233 or CE 320 and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Explains the definition of common mechanical properties and identifies when a property is important for a given component or application. Carries out design translation to define the function, constraints, objectives, and free variables of an engineering component. Selects the best material for a given application considering all classes of materials including metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some 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 304 or ME 328 or CHE 315 or BE 233 or CE 320 and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Explains the definition of common mechanical properties and identifies when a property is important for a given component or application. Carries out design translation to define the function, constraints, objectives, and free variables of an engineering component. Selects the best material for a given application considering all classes of materials including metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 306 Parametric & Equation Based Modeling Practicum 2R-0L-2C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: EM 104 or ENGD 100 and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Students will supplement their prior SolidWorks CAD tool knowledge by 1) using advanced modeling techniques like parametric modeling and equation-based design, 2) designing, modeling, and analyzing complex mechanical parts and assemblies using techniques like top-down design, and 3) modeling common, but complex geometries like thread. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some 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: EM 104 or ENGD 100 and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Students will supplement their prior SolidWorks CAD tool knowledge by 1) using advanced modeling techniques like parametric modeling and equation-based design, 2) designing, modeling, and analyzing complex mechanical parts and assemblies using techniques like top-down design, and 3) modeling common, but complex geometries like thread. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 307 Curves and Surfaces Practicum 2R-0L-2C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: EM 104 or ENGD 100 or BE 118 or ENGD 101 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Students will supplement their prior SolidWorks CAD tool knowledge by practicing the fundamentals of curve and surface design and designing parts with surfaces. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some 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: EM 104 or ENGD 100 or BE 118 or ENGD 101 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Students will supplement their prior SolidWorks CAD tool knowledge by practicing the fundamentals of curve and surface design and designing parts with surfaces. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 308 Lean Manufacturing Process Fundamental Practicum 2R-0L-2C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
An overview of fundamental lean concepts and application of concepts across value streams. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some 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: Student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
An overview of fundamental lean concepts and application of concepts across value streams. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 309 Lean Manufacturing Kaizen Fundamentals Practicum 2R-0L-2C
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: ENGD 308 and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Application of lean concepts at a workstation. Requires Lean Manufacturing Process Fundamentals. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some 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 308 and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Application of lean concepts at a workstation. Requires Lean Manufacturing Process Fundamentals. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 310 Design for Assembly Practicum 2R-0L-2C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: EM 204 or BE 222 or EM 203 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Application of the Boothroyd and Dewhurst methods for estimating assembly costs and designing products for improved assembly and maintenance. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some 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: EM 204 or BE 222 or EM 203 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Application of the Boothroyd and Dewhurst methods for estimating assembly costs and designing products for improved assembly and maintenance. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 311 Tolerance Analysis and Application Practicum 2R-0L-2C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: EM 104 or BE 118 or ENGD 101 or ENGD 100 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This is an introductory course in tolerance analysis. Students will perform tolerance calculations by hand and using CAD tools. Students will also use worst-case and statistically based techniques to analyze tolerance problems, assembly shift, and make design decisions. The work environment must contain some 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: EM 104 or BE 118 or ENGD 101 or ENGD 100 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
This is an introductory course in tolerance analysis. Students will perform tolerance calculations by hand and using CAD tools. Students will also use worst-case and statistically based techniques to analyze tolerance problems, assembly shift, and make design decisions. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 312 Design for Sheet Metal Fabrication Practicum 2R-0L-2C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: EM 104 or BE 118 or ENGD 101 or ENGD 100 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduction to methods and guidelines for designing sheet metal parts. Students will use CAD tools to design and analyze manufacturable parts. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some 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: EM 104 or BE 118 or ENGD 101 or ENGD 100 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduction to methods and guidelines for designing sheet metal parts. Students will use CAD tools to design and analyze manufacturable parts. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
ENGD 313 Design for Metal Forming Practicum 2R-0L-2C See department
Graduate Studies Eligible: No
Prerequisites: EM 104 or BE 118 or ENGD 100 or ENGD 101 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduction to methods and guidelines for designing extruded and forged parts. Students will use CAD tools to design and analyze manufacturable parts. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Introduction to methods and guidelines for designing extruded and forged parts. Students will use CAD tools to design and analyze manufacturable parts. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some 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: EM 104 or BE 118 or ENGD 100 or ENGD 101 ; and student must obtain professional employment such as an internship or co-op.
Corequisites: There are no corequisites for this course.
Introduction to methods and guidelines for designing extruded and forged parts. Students will use CAD tools to design and analyze manufacturable parts. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling. Introduction to methods and guidelines for designing extruded and forged parts. Students will use CAD tools to design and analyze manufacturable parts. Students will apply course concepts to their work environment. The work environment must contain some phases of the design process such as stakeholder analysis, conceptual design, risk analysis, detail design, manufacturing, testing, validation, or recycling.
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.