College Studies

L141 Calculus I 4-0-4
Functions, slope and rate of change, limits, derivatives of algebraic functions, maxima and minima applications. Knowledge of algebra, geometry and trigonometric functions is assumed.

L142 Calculus II 4-0-4
Differentiation and integration of transcendental functions. Theory and methods of integration and applications.
Prerequisite: L141

L321 Chemistry I 3-3-4
This course introduces the fundamental laws and theories of chemistry, including properties of matter, chemical reactions and stoichiometry, properties of gases, energy and thermochemistry, atomic structure and the periodic table, molecular structure and chemical bonding. Descriptive chemistry of representative elements and compounds is presented. The laboratory, which includes syntheses, as well as physical and analytical methodologies, gives the student an opportunity to explore first-hand many of the key concepts and ideas of the course. Basic knowledge of algebra, geometry and trigonometry is presumed.

L325 Physics I 3-3-4
A calculus-based course emphasizing Newton's three laws of motion and the conservation laws of energy, linear momentum and angular momentum as first integrals of the dynamics. Additional topics in mechanics include stress and strain, simple harmonic motion and hydrostatics. Absolute temperature scales, thermal expansion, specific heats, methods of transfer of heat energy, ideal gases and real gases are considered before studying the first and second laws of thermodynamics, with the concept of entropy emphasized in the latter.
Pre- or co-requisite: L142

Other college studies course descriptions that are not specific to the BS Engineering Mechanical program exist in the current undergraduate catalog.

Mathematics and Science

M113 Calculus III 4-0-4
Study of analytic geometry in 3D-space; algebra of vectors, differentiation and integration of vectors; partial differentiation, multiple integrals; infinite series.
Prerequisite: L142

S116 Physics II 3-3-4
The mathematical representation of traveling sinusoidal waves and standing-wave patterns is emphasized. Applications are made to sound waves. Electrostatics includes Gauss’s Law, electric potentials and the potential gradient equation. The field concepts are used to interpret elementary DC circuits including Kirchhoff’s Rules. Capacitors as circuit elements and dielectrics are also studied. The effects of the magnetic field, its sources, induced emfs and magnetic materials are considered. Series AC circuits conclude electromagnetism. Geometric optics includes lenses, mirrors and optical instruments. Physical optics includes interference and polarization of light waves.
Prerequisite: L325

M122 Differential Equations 3-0-3
First-order equations; constant-coefficient, nth-order homogeneous and non-homogeneous equations; special non-linear equations; elementary applications; power series solutions. May also include elementary numerical techniques for solutions of ordinary differential equations and other computer topics.
Prerequisite: M113


Engineering Courses

EN101 Introduction to Engineering 1-0-1
A seminar meant to introduce incoming students to the tools, skills, and abilities needed in engineering. Students will be exposed to basic concepts associated with the five engineering minor tracks: mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, environmental engineering, industrial and systems engineering and textile engineering. Incorporates brief projects to help the student do meaningful, major related work from the first semester.

EN301 Engineering Statics 3-0-3
Engineering statics describes the mechanical behavior of materials and systems in equilibrium using Newton’s laws of motion. In this course, students will learn the principles of force equilibrium, how to construct free-body diagrams, understanding distributed forces, friction and introductory structural response.
Prerequisite: L325, pre- or co-requisite M113

EN302 Engineering Dynamics 3-0-3
Engineering dynamics describes the motions of particles and rigid bodies and the forces that accompany or cause those motions. Basic methods include Newton’s laws, the work and energy principle, and the impulse and momentum principle.
Prerequisite: EN301, pre- or co-requisite M122

EN504 Fluid Mechanics 3-0-3
Investigates the properties and behaviors of fluids; hydrostatic forces and the basic equations governing fluid motion; principles of conservation of mass, energy and momentum; flow in open channels and pipes; compressible and incompressible flows.
Prerequisite: EN302

EN501 Mechanics of Materials 3-0-3
Internal forces; stress, strain and their relations; stresses and deformations in axially loaded members; stresses and deformations in torsionally loaded members; stresses and deformations in flexural members; combined stresses; column analysis; statically indeterminate members; introduction to member design.
Prerequisite: EN301

T205 Introduction to Materials Science 3-0-3
Atomic theory and molecular bonding of solids, polymer structure, and mechanics of materials for textiles are taught at an introductory level. Specific processing issues including additives, viscosity, transitions and morphology, are studied as well.
Prerequisites: L141, L321 or permission of instructor

EN505 Engineering Statistics 3-0-3
Explores the fundamentals of statistical analysis. Topics include discrete and continuous probability models, confidence intervals, tests of hypotheses, regression analysis, essentials of statistically designed experiments, and engineering application of statistical methods. Extensively utilizes statistical analysis software. Additional topics include probability models, multi-variable analysis, step-wise design of statistical experiments, multiple regression, response surface analysis, distribution of random vectors, and function of random variable sample statistics.
Prerequisite: grade of “C”(2.00) or better in L142

EN507 Engineering Economics 3-0-3
This course is designed to provide the decision-making skills necessary to evaluate the financial consequences of the products, processes and projects that engineers design. It is important to understand the time value of money, as capital outlays may be significant and affect the productive potential of a firm over the long term. This course emphasizes calculations of present values, internal rates of return, depreciation, taxes and replacement analysis.
Prerequisite: L142, EN505

EN506 Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering I 3-0-3
Analysis of circuits; transient and steady state phenomena; general analysis techniques. Fundamentals of direct and alternating circuits, transformers rotating machinery, electrical and electronic control and electrical energy.
Prerequisite: S116

EN701 Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering II 3-0-3
Fundamentals of electronic circuit design starting with a brief survey of semiconductor devices including diodes and bipolar and field effect transistors. The course continues with op-amp applications, including instrumentation and filter design. The use of digital logic is also explored. Throughout the course, practical considerations of circuit design and construction are covered.
Prerequisite: EN506

EN102 Engineering Drawing 2-2-3
This course introduces students to engineering drawing, descriptive geometry, design and problem solving. Engineering drawing is a graphic language that can convey, with exactness and detail, ideas from the design engineer to the fabricator. Thus, the emphasis of the course is on communicating design ideas through engineering drawings.
Prerequisite: L141 or L132

EN104 Introduction to Computing 3-0-3
An introductory course which provides a coherent and comprehensive treatment of fundamental concepts of computer science. It describes how computing systems work and how they are applied to solve real world problems. The main emphasis is on the design of algorithms and procedural abstraction. High-level language programming projects.

EN502 Design For Manufacturability 3-0-3
The design process: interaction of materials, processes and design: economic considerations; design considerations for machining, casting, forging, extrusion, forming, powder metallurgy, with plastics design for assembly; projects and case studies.
Prerequisite: EN102

ENxx Vibrations 3-0-3
Free and forced harmonic vibration and excitation of single, double and multiple degree of freedom systems, impulse and step response, convolution and response to periodic excitation. Approximate analysis of continuous systems including normal modes and waves on strings, vibrations of rods and beams.
Prerequisite: EN302

EN703 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer I 3-0-3
Considers fundamental laws governing the transformation of heat into mechanical energy. Properties of gases and vapors and the processes between states. Applications of the first and second laws of thermodynamics. A study of the transfer of heat by conduction, convection, and radiation in steady and unsteady flow.
Prerequisites: L325 and L142

EN624 Machine Design 3-2-3
Kinematics and dynamics of machinery, including analytical kinematics, force analysis, cam design and balancing. Application of elementary mechanics of solids to analyze and size machine components for stress and deflection. Introduction to finite element analysis with emphasis on beam and plate models.
Prerequisite: EN102, EN501

EN627 Automatic Control Theory 3-0-3
Modeling of physical systems including electromechanical systems. Reduction of block diagrams. Signal flow graphs and Mason’s gain formula. Response of second order systems: natural frequency and damping ratio and how they relate to rise-time, peak-time, settling-time, and overshoot. Stability and the Routh-Hurwitz criterion. Steady-state error and sensitivity. Root locus. Design of cascade compensators using root locus and frequency response.
Prerequisite M122

EN628 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer II 3-0-3
Energy analysis; vapor and gas power cycles; vapor and gas refrigeration cycles; thermodynamic properties of mixtures and solutions; psychrometry and air-conditioning; reacting mixtures and combustion.
Prerequisite EN703


I321 Materials and Process: Shop Techniques 2-4-3
This course introduces shop techniques as they pertain to industrial design model-making and prototype construction. Throughout the semester, attention is given to safety precautions for the shop, along with demonstrations of shop equipment and fabrication processes. A major portion of the course will consist of developing an understanding of the materials and machinery commonly used by industrial designers for producing both working and appearance models.
Prerequisite: grade of “C” (2.00) or better in I111 or EN102

I322 Materials and Process: Manufacturing 2-4-3
The second of a two-course sequence, this course is concerned with the exploration of materials used in the mass production of products, the processes used to shape these materials and the applicability of these materials to product design solutions. Students should be prepared to visit a number of manufacturing facilities. A survey of rapid prototyping technologies completes the course.
Prerequisite: I321

EN702 Engineering Senior Design Project 1-5-4
Application of engineering principles to solve a real-world problem. Student works as member of a team assigned to a problem in a manufacturing, processing, service, or government organization. The primary focus of the capstone engineering design project will be the discipline of their minor track. Student groups that include those with minors from the five different tracks will be formed so that the project is interdisciplinary in nature. The capstone senior design project will consist of a project that builds on engineering, business, ethics, and social issues. Requires a professional written and oral report and this course will serve as the program’s major writing intensive course.
Prerequisites: EN502


Engineering Electives (one is chosen)

EN514 Manufacturing Quality Control 3-0-3
Analysis of factors affecting quality of products and processes. Process control charts; measurement error; sampling plans; quality audits and organization.
Prerequisite: EN505

A341 Technology I: Materials and Methods (architectural engineering)
 3-0-3
This course focuses on the presentation of the technical factors of construction that affect a building's structure. Students are introduced to and compare the nature and structural characteristics of the major construction systems of wood, masonry, steel and concrete. Structural principles, as well as building and zoning codes, are introduced and their influence on form and choice of materials is emphasized.
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in A112 or EN301

EN604 Textile Engineering I (Linear Assemblies – Fibers & Yarns) 3-2-3
Molecular structure and morphologies of fibers. Physical, chemical and mechanical properties and behavior of fibers. Fiber production processes. An examination of systems employed in conversion of fibers into textile structures. Relationships between material/process constraints and product functional quality are analyzed.
Prerequisite EN502