Apr 28, 2024  
2017-2018 Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • CSTN 201 - Advanced Concrete Working

    5 credits
    Introduce building forms for footings and foundations as well as for a variety of concrete structures. It introduces methods for handling, placing, and finishing concrete. It also covers manufactured forms and their applications.

    Prerequisite(s): CSTN 100  or instructor’s approval.
  
  • CSTN 220 - Interior Finishing

    4 credits
    Cover interior building materials. This course covers materials and installation techniques for interior trim, counter top, base cabinet, and wall cabinet. It also covers suspended ceiling materials, layout, and installation as well as wood and metal door installation.

    Prerequisite(s): CSTN 120  and CSTN 148  or instructor’s approval.
  
  • CSTN 250 - Construction Estimating

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course includes instruction in the recognition of construction materials, procedures, specification, codes and methods of estimating construction costs from blueprints.  This course also covers trade-specific symbols found on construction drawings.

    Prerequisite(s):
      Corequisite(s): Co-req: CSTN 147  Blueprint Reading or instructor approval.
  
  • CSTN 251 - Building Methods and Materials

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    This course is designed to cover the methods and materials used to construct commercial and residential buildings. Blueprint reading is introduced to show material relationships and methods of construction. Product research, building codes, case studies, reference manuals, and sizes of structural steel components will also be covered in this course.

    Corequisite(s): DDSN 114 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • CSTN 260 - Construction Concepts & Building Lab II

    3 credits
    Provides students the opportunity to practice skills they have acquired in the entire carpentry program. It includes task-orientated projects in which students can apply many of the skills and knowledge that have been presented throughout the NCCER Carpentry program. This course is designed as a practical task-oriented exercise utilizing a variety of skills covered in all the NCCER carpentry courses required for the A.A.S degree.

  
  • CSTN 271 - Construction Project Management

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
  
  • CSTN 281 - Construction Project Management II

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
  
  • CSTN 291 - Special Topics

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
  
  • D.T. 0120 - Technical Drawing II

    3 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 2 Lab)
    This course is a continuation of DDSN 113  - Technical Drawing I - and covers more advanced multi-view drawings, dimensioning techniques, sectional views, auxiliary views and revolutions, descriptive geometry, threads and fasteners, pictorial drawings including isometric and oblique drawings, tolerancing, and a brief coverage of electrical/electronic, piping, welding and structural drawings.

    Prerequisite(s): DDSN 113 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • D.T. 0250 - Building Methods And Materials

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    This course is designed to cover the methods and materials used to construct commercial and residential buildings. Blueprint reading is introduced to show material relationships and methods of construction. Product re¬search, building codes, case studies, reference manuals, and sizes of structural steel components will also be covered in this course.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • DDSN 113 - Technical Drafting

    4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course provides an introduction to the basics of drafting. Topics covered in this course include an identification of drafting equipment and its use, lettering fundamentals, line-work used on engineering drawings, geometric constructions, theories of multi-view projection, sketching techniques, principles of orthographic projection using two- and three-view drawings, basic dimensioning techniques, basic isometric drawings, and a brief coverage of sectional views. Material covered in this course will not only provide a strong basis for manual drafting, but will also benefit students who will take computer aided design drafting (CADD) courses later on in the drafting program.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • DDSN 114 - Introduction to CAD

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course is designed to cover the basic AutoCAD 2D commands and procedures. The course covers drawing setup, computation for scale factors, geometric construction, sectional views, basic architectural room layouts, and civil plot plans. Annotation of drawing is also covered by the use of text and dimensions.

    Corequisite(s): DDSN 113   Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • DDSN 116 - 3D CAD

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course is a continuation of DDSN 114  and covers some of the more advanced drafting procedures using AutoCAD. Block attributes and the extraction of the block information is the main focus of this course. The information extracted can be used in word processed documents and spreadsheets to create bill of materials and part lists for engineering/architectural drawings.

    Prerequisite(s): DDSN 114   Course generally offered Spring semester.
  
  • DDSN 135 - Solidworks

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course involves using 3D parametric designing software to draw 3D solids. Use of various planes for developing features from sketches; produce assemblies of solid parts and explosions; run interference checks and motion routines; create manufacturing drawings with layouts and parts lists; and annotated isometric drawings. Involves learning to export 3D solid part files for building on 3D printers.

    Prerequisite(s): DDSN 114   Course generally offered fall semester.
  
  • DDSN 137 - Inventor

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course applies various computer hardware and software aspects to complete a project. Students will use various types of computer hardware such as scanners, video capture/output cards, and digitizers to obtain infor¬mation and files used in office projects. Various software and software applications are explored such as the import and export of files, OLE&DDE, referencing, paper space, file conversion, and file name extensions and the software that can use and produce them are also explored.

    Prerequisite(s): DDSN 114   Course generally offered spring semester.
  
  • DDSN 164 - Basic Architectural Drafting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course is designed to cover basic architectural drafting practices used to draft residential buildings in AutoCAD. Drafting a small residential house is the main project for this class, as well as, blueprint reading as it pertains to architectural design and drafting.

    Prerequisite(s): DDSN 116  and CSTN 251  or CSTN 173   Course generally offered fall semester.
  
  • DDSN 166 - Revit

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
    This course is designed as an introduction to architectural CADD using the Autodesk Revit software. As a parametric building modeling software, Revit is a powerful highly in-depth software used to model buildings with built-in intelligence used in Building Information Modeling (BIM) - totally different then using regular AutoCAD. This course will explore the user interface, commands, components, object creation, project creation, schedules and the construction document set.  

    Generally offered fall semester.
  
  • DDSN 198 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    Combines academic work with an approved work experience related to the Drafting Technology degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of one semester of course work and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
  
  • DDSN 245 - Civil Drafting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    The drafting student is presented with a new form of creating drawings. Students work from survey data and field notes to produce site plans, plats, topographic maps and engineering plans.

    Prerequisite(s): DDSN 114  . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • DDSN 246 - Civil Drafting II

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course is a continuation of DDSN 245  Civil Drafting. Students will achieve an advanced knowledge to produce site plans, plats, and civil engineering plans, while utilizing advanced functions of Autodesk Civil 3D. Students will use software specific to civil design/drafting to draw roads with horizontal and vertical curves, pipe inverts, grading, road profiles and cross sections.

    Prerequisite(s): DDSN 245 . Course generally offered spring semester.
  
  • DDSN 265 - Architectural Drafting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course is a continuation of DDSN 166   Revit (architectural design drafting). This course is designed to cover advanced drafting practices used to draft small commercial buildings. Drafting a commercial building using software specific to architectural drafting is the primary project. Creating schedules which are integral to BIM coordination. Computer mass modeling, component and assembly renderings and complete building renderings will be also be incorporated.

    Prerequisite(s): DDSN 164  and DDSN 166   Course generally offered spring semester.
  
  • DDSN 299 - Capstone

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Project will be based on CAD experience. This course is designed to use all the tools and skills the students have learned to produce an advanced project. The project is one that is approved and is to include progress reports, notes and concept sketches, research notes, a project journal, and all drawings, renderings, and animations necessary to best represent the project.

    Prerequisite(s): DDSN 116 . Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • DSN 291 - Special Topics: Advanced Special Projects

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Advanced project will be based on CAD experience. This course is designed to use all the tools and skills the students have learned to produce an advanced project. The project is one that is approved and is to include progress reports, notes and concept sketches, research notes, a project journal, and all drawings, renderings, and animation’s necessary to best represent the advanced project.

    Course offered on demand.
  
  • DST 104 - Intro to Diesel Engines (Lec)

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
    The students of this course will receive hands on use of hand tools, Diesel terminology and basic Diesel engine operation. Emphasis is placed on preliminary diagnosis, engine disassembly, cleaning, inspecting and measuring of components.  Selecting, servicing and replacement of components. Engine reassembly and completing the overhaul will finalize Diesel engine class.

  
  • DST 114 - Intro to Diesel Engines (Lab)

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lab)
    The students of this course will receive hands on use of hand tools, Diesel terminology and basic Diesel engine operation. Emphasis is placed on preliminary diagnosis, engine disassembly, cleaning, inspecting and measuring of components. Selecting, servicing and replacement of components. Engine reassembly and completing the overhaul will finalize Diesel engine class.

  
  • DST 260 - Diesel Engine Diagnostic Troubleshooting

    3 credits (Lec: 3 hrs.)
  
  • DST 265 - Applied Lab Experience

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lab)
  
  • ECIV 208 - Construction Contracts and Introduction to Construction Engineering

    3 credits Hrs: 3 Lec
    This is the first course in Construction Engineering.  Students will learn the various aspects of construction contracts, the basic process of  bidding a construction job, how to read construction drawings, how to write construction specifications, and basic calculations to determine the cost of operating construction equipment.  Students will be introduced to different types of construction equipment and begin building an understanding of the construction process.

  
  • ECIV 215 - Introduction to Modeling for Civil Engineers

    1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
    Instruction of drafting and analytical software appropriate for civil projects such as building, highway, utility, foundation and dam design as well as heavy construction analysis and management.

    Prerequisite(s): M 172  , EGEN 101  & EGEN 102   Generally taught in the 2nd semester
  
  • ECIV 304 - Construction Means and Methods

    3 credits Hrs.: 3 Lec
    This course introduces the students to construction operations.  Students will calculate owenership and operation costs for equipment.  Students will analyze replacement procedures for construction equipment.  Students will develop series of construction activities that will constitute a construction plan and calculate associated time and cost.  Students will learn how to cost the operation of various construction activity.

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 208 & EGEN 325 
  
  • ECIV 307 - Construction Bidding and Estimating

    3 credits Hrs.: 3 Lec
    Teaches students to read plans and perform quality take-offs from plans.  Quantities then result in cost estimates. Dirt moving and costs are presented in detail.  Students will develop construction activities determining cycle times, loading characteristics, and cost of operation.  Scheduling processes are introduced. 

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 304 & WRIT 321W 
  
  • ECIV 312 - Structures I

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An introduction to structural theory and design of steel, timber and concrete structures. Special emphasis is directed toward design, but the analysis of statically indeterminate structures is also considered.

    Prerequisite(s): EGEN 305 . Course generally offered 1st semester of odd numbered years.
  
  • ECIV 350 - Transportation Engineering

    3 credits Hrs.: 2 Lec, 3 Lab
    To provide the student with basic theory and philosophy of traffic engineering along with rudimentary highway design aspects.  To introduce Civil 3-D to the potential highway engineer.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing
  
  • ECIV 405 - Construction Project Planning and Scheduling

    3 credits Hrs.: 3 Lec
    Students will learn the basic concepts in network logic and design.  Students will learn to calculate the critical path in a series of activities, and determine the cost to crash the schedule.  Students will use computer software to develop construction schedules.  The course will cover aspects of planning a construction project and will include planning activities, evaluating options, optimizing an objective function with various constraints. 

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 307  or consent of instructor.
  
  • ECIV 452 - Traffic Engineering

    3 credits
    Introduction to the basic components of the traffic system and fundamentals of traffic engineering; study of warrants for traffic control devices; analysis of traffic stream characteristics, levels of service, and capacity of urban and rural highways; design and analysis of traffic signals and timing plans; analysis of urban highway traffic characteristics using simulation software.

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 350  
  
  • ECIV 454 - Transportation Planning

    3 credits
    Introduction to the development of transportation planning.  Systems perspective of transportation and the use of micoreconomic concepts in transportation.  Transportation planning process, data collection, discrete choice models, simplified travel demand modeling, land use models, evaluation, decision-making, prioritization, programming, and implementation.

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 350  
  
  • ECIV 456 - Highway Geometric Design

    3 credits
    Principles of design and practice for rural and urban highway facilities; design criteria and controls; cross-section selection, design of horizontal and vertical alignment, intersections, interchanges and computer applications to design problems.

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 350  
  
  • ECIV 484 - Reinforced Concrete Analysis and Design

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
    An introduction to the design of reinforced concrete beams, and columns, single reinforced, double reinforced and T-beams will be designed for both bending and shear.  One-way and structural slabs will also be addressed. The class will explore the analysis and design of other relevant components in structures that are comprised of steel and reinforced concrete, and their interaction.

    Prerequisite(s): EGEN 305 . Course generally offered 1st semester of even numbered years.
  
  • ECIV 485 - Highway Bridge Design

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    The primary emphasis will be on the structural design of the bridge; however, the parapet, bridge deck, abutments, piers, and foundations will also be considered. Influence lines will be used to help solve for the design loads for the moving live loads.

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 312 . Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • ECIV 486 - Soil Mechanics & Foundation Design

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Develops an understanding of soil as a construction material. Includes field exploration, index properties, moisture and drainage, frost action, compaction, shear strength, lateral pressures, slope stability, bearing capacity and consolidation.

    Prerequisite(s): EGEN 305   Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ECIV 487 - Soil Mechanics & Found Lab

    1 cr. (Hrs: 3 Lab)
    Pre- or Co-requisite:  ECIV 486  Soil Mechanics & Foundation Design.
  
  • ECIV 488 - Subdivision Design

    4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course presents the engineering fundamentals of land development: grading, roads, drainage, survey, water delivery, sanitary sewage transport. The lab component teaches AutoCAD and an AutoCAD add-on to design and plot the development.

    Prerequisite(s): EENV 402 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ECIV 552 - Traffic Engineering

    3 credits
    Introduction of components of the traffic system and fundamentals of traffic engineering; study of warrants for traffic control devices; analysis of traffic stream characteristics, levels of service, and capacity of urban and rural highways; fundamental traffic flow theory and queuing theory; design and analysis of traffic signals and timing plans; advanced applications of traffic simulation software to analyze urban and highway traffic characteristics.

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 350  
  
  • ECIV 554 - Transportation Planning

    3 credits
    Introduction of the development of transportation planning. Systems perspective of transportation and the use of microeconomic concepts in transportation. Transportation planning process, data collection methods and analysis, discrete choice models, simplified travel demand modeling, land use models, evaluation, decision-making, prioritization, programming, and implementation; transportation system evaluation using planning software.

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 350  
  
  • ECIV 556 - Highway Geometric Design

    3 credits
    Principles of design and practice for rural and urban highway facilities; design criteria and controls; cross-section selection, design of horizontal and vertical alignment, intersections, interchanges; safety analysis of highway design and advanced computer applications to highway design problems.

    Prerequisite(s): ECIV 350  
  
  • ECNS 201 - Principles of Microeconomics

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Covers traditional microeconomics topics including supply and demand and elasticity relationships, marginal analysis for equilibrium levels of outputs and inputs for firms in various industry sectors and international trade and finance.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • ECNS 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Covers the principles of supply and demand in our national economy and the role of fiscal and monetary policy to help solve problems associated with infl ation and unemployment in the United States.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • ECNS 203 - Principles of Micro and Macro

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Covers the major aspects of macroeconomics (national income accounts, employment and infl ation, and monetary and fiscal policy) and microeconomics (firms and markets).

    Prerequisite(s): M 121 College Algebra; Sophomore standing or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • ECNS 391 - Special Topics

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    Special topics is to be determined by the faculty member offering the course and the department. Topic will deal with some aspect of economics not covered by existing departmental courses. This course is designed to complement present course offerings.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • ECP 111 - Water Safety Instructor

    2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 2 Lab)
    Theory and practical work leading to certification as a Water Safety instructor upon satisfactory completion of requirements.

    Prerequisite(s): HPER 2496 or current certification, and 17 years of age. Course offered on demand.
  
  • ECP 120 - Emergency Medical Responder

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Covers techniques in handling accidents and sudden illnesses and develops safety consciousness and civic responsibility. Basic First Aid materials are reviewed and advanced techniques are taught. Course is taught by a certified Instructor and students completing the course will receive a Certificate recognized by the National Safety Council using the American Heart Standards.

    Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • EELE 101 - Introduction to Electrical Fundamentals

    1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
    This laboratory course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of electrical engineering. Students work on projects that develop basic circuit building skills and a practical understanding of voltage, current and power measurements. An introduction to computer aided design in electrical engineering is presented. Short field trips and guest lectures that explore career paths in electrical engineering will be featured.

    Corequisite(s):   . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 104 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering II

    1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
    A continuation of   with an emphasis on digital circuits. The theory and practice of logic gates, truth tables, TTL ICs and logic probes are introduced through digital circuit building projects. An introduction to embedded control and data acquisition in electrical engineering is presented. A small project requiring the student to design, build, troubleshoot and test a practical digital circuit is completed. Short field trips and guest lectures will be featured.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 101  and   . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • EELE 201 - Circuits I for Engineering

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An introduction to basic steady-state passive circuit analysis. Concepts covered include steady-state DC circuits, steady-state AC circuits using phasors, mesh and node analyses, AC power calculations, ideal transformers, and balanced 3-phase circuits.

    Corequisite(s): Co-requisite:    Course generally offered 1st and 2nd semesters.
  
  • EELE 202 - Circuits I for Engineering Lab

    1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
    A laboratory course covering basic steady-state passive AC and DC circuits, AC power, and ideal transformers.

    Corequisite(s): EELE 201 . Course generally offered 1st and 2nd semesters.
  
  • EELE 203 - Circuits II for Engineering

    4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Continuation of   and   covering transient analysis, frequency response analysis, and introduction to filtering. Concepts include 1st-order RL and RC transients, 2nd-order RLC transients, ideal op-amps, the use of Laplace transforms, transfer functions, Fourier series, and Bode plots for analyzing circuits. Labs include use of computer simulation programs and physical labs.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 201 , EELE 202 , & M 274 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 210 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering I

    1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
    This laboratory course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of electrical engineering and design.  Students work on projects that develop basic circuit building skills and a practical understanding of voltage, current and power measurements.  An introduction to computer aided design in electrical engineering is presented.  Guest lectures that explore electrical engineering topics are featured.

    EELE 201  and EELE 202   1st
  
  • EELE 261 - Intro to Logic Circuits

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Digital circuit design techniques. Emphasis is on combinational and sequential logic circuit design, simulation, and hardware implementation. Topics in digital I/O, programmable logic devices, and digital test instrumentation are covered.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 201   and EELE 202  Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • EELE 298 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    A course designed to give credit for academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Engineering degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit. May be repeated for a total of four credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of one semester of course work and Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 308 - Signals and Systems Analysis

    4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Continuous and discrete-time signals and systems. Concepts covered include time and frequency-domain analysis using Laplace and Fourier transformers forms, discrete Fourier transforms, Z-transforms, and sampling theory. Labs include use of analysis software. Applications to circuits, feedback control, and communication systems are emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 203 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • EELE 317 - Electronics

    4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Review of basic circuit analysis laws, semiconductor physics of electronic devices, operational amplifiers, diodes, BJTs, JFETs, and MOSFETs. Application of these devices to electronic circuit design with emphasis on practical instrumentation problems. Laboratories focus on computer modeling of circuits and electronic circuit design for practical applications.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 203 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • EELE 320 - Process Instrumentation & Control

    4 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course is an introduction to the instrumentation used in continuous and discrete process control. Course content includes: 1) the design, operation, and calibration of sensors,  transmitters and transducers; 2) data acquisition hardware and software; 3) an introduction to continuous control using Proportional, Integral and Derivative control modes; 4) devices and instrumentation used for discrete control; and 5) ladder logic and Programmable Logic Controllers.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 201  &    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 321 - Intro to Feedback Controls

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec., 3 Lab)
    An introductory treatment of the methods for feedback control system analysis and design. Topics include modeling (frequency and time domain), analysis, and classical design (root locus and frequency response methods). The class includes a detailed treatment of PID and lead-lag controllers. Course includes a design project.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 203   and EELE 320   Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 355 - Electric Machine Fundamentals

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    This course covers advanced topics in AC three phase power, DC generators and motors, AC synchronous alternators and motors including line synchronization, transformers, motor drives, and induction machines used as motors and generators. Laboratory exercises support lecture material and include motor and generator control, speed control, testing, trouble shooting, and torque-speed characteristics.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 201  and EELE 202 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 391 - Special Topics

    (Variable)
    Specific topic to be determined by individual faculty member offering course. Topic will deal with some aspect or application of engineering not covered by existing courses. This course is designed to compliment existing course offering. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 394 - Seminar

    1 credit
    (Hrs:1 Lec.) Students attend seminars presented by a variety of faculty, industrial experts, and graduates students with a focus on Electrical Engineering and Professionalism.

    Prerequisite(s):   and  . Corequisite(s): Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 410 - Analog and Discrete Network Synthesis

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Course covers methods of synthesizing transfer functions using analog active electrical circuits and discrete-time difference equations, design of analog active filters, and design of discrete-time filters.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 317  and EELE 308 . Course generally offered 1st semester of odd numbered years.
  
  • EELE 421 - Feedback Control II

    3 credits (3 hrs Lec)
    This course is a continuation of EELE 321 into advanced topics of feedback control.  Topics include frequency response techniques, robustness, state-space methods, linear observers, and optimal control.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 321   Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • EELE 424 - Process Instrumentation & Control Lab

    1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
    Application of principles and practices presented in EELE 320 . A design project is included.

    Corequisite(s): EELE 320 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 445 - Telecommunication Systems

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Provides an introduction to the theory of modern communication systems. Course includes a review of discrete and continuous system theory for time domain and frequency domain, and an introduction to continuous modulation and demodulation methods including amplitude, angle, and frequency techniques. Other topics include system bandwidth considerations, probability and random signals, statistical evaluation of systems and noise, sampling theory, analog pulse modulation, digital coding, error correcting, and basic digital communications.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 317 , and EELE 308 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 451 - Power Electronics

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Common power electronic devices are studied and their design applications are developed. Devices studied include power diodes, thyristors, transistors, and gating devices. Common design applications include DC-DC, DC-AC, AC-DC, and AC-AC converters and power supplies. The lab component will include the use of design computer software and actual circuit construction.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 317 . Course generally offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 454 - Power Systems Analysis

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Provide an introduction to electrical engineering analysis tools for three-phase synchronous systems. This includes basic transformer, transmission line, generator and load modeling methods; power-flow analysis; symmetrical components for unbalanced systems; and introduction to fault analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 355 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 456 - Power Systems Protection

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Provides an introduction to three-phase power-system protection and the associated analysis tools.  This includes balanced fault analysis, symmetrical components for unbalanced fault analysis, and introduction to transmission line, bus and transformer protection.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 454 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 465 - Microcontroller Applications

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    An advanced course in the application of embedded systems and digital circuit applications. Embedded Microcontroller architecture, rogramming and interfacing. Use of modern embedded systems and digital circuits to solve I/O problems.

    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 255  and EELE 261  and an introductory programming course. Course generally offered 1st semester of even numbered years.
  
  • EELE 486 - Fundamentals of Engineering Exam for EE

    1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
    Review for preparation for the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (Electrical Engineering specific).  Students must take FE exam to complete course requirements. Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduating senior 1st & 2nd
     
  
  • EELE 488W - Electrical Engineering Design I

    2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 3 Lab)
    The first semester of a capstone engineering design sequence that requires students to apply engineering principles to a project either selected by instructor or the student with instructor’s approval, or provided by industry. Students shall develop a design proposal that includes requirement and multiple constraints, and initiate work on the project. Cross listed with EGEN 489W .

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 317 ; Corequisite(s): EELE 321  or EELE 445 . Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EELE 489W - Electrical Engineering Design II

    2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 3 Lab)
    The second semester of a capstone engineering design sequence that requires students to apply engineering principles to a project either selected by instructor or the student with instructor’s approval, or provided by local industry. Students shall complete the design. Cross listed with EGEN 499W .

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 488W . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • EELE 490 - Undergraduate Research

    (Variable)
    This course is designed for students involved in directed research projects and is required for participants in the Undergraduate Research Program (URP). This course can be repeated. Students will be required to prepare a formal paper and present their results. A faculty member must advise the project. Pending the number of credits taken, graduation requirements, and as demanded of the research advisor, other requirements may be needed. To participate in URP, students must submit a proposal for a research project to the Undergraduate Research Committee and meet other requirements as listed in URP guidelines. Proposals are evaluated competitively and winners will receive a stipend. URP participants must register for this class in the Spring for at least one credit in order to present their findings in the annual Undergraduate Research Conference. A call for proposals is made at the beginning of the Spring Semester. Another call may be offered in the Fall Semester.

    Course generally offered year round.
  
  • EELE 492 - Independent Study

    (Variable)
    A special study at the senior or graduate level of some area of Engineering or engineering design. The student is expected to show initiative and originality under minimum supervision. A written report of accomplishment may be required.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior or graduate standing and/or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 498 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    A course designed to give credit for academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Engineering degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit. May be repeated for a total of four credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 5030 - Advanced Topics in Engineering

    (Variable)
    Special or more advanced topics in Engineering at the graduate level.

    Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 5220 - Engineering Optimization

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Covers system models plus analytical and numerical techniques for finding maximum and minimum values of single and multivariable equations. Applicable to all engineering disciplines.

    Prerequisite(s): M 274 , and Senior Standing or higher. Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 5270 - Embedded Controllers

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Microprocessors and microprocessor circuits are studied. The Intel 8031 family of ICs are studied. A cursory discussion of the Motorola 68 HC11 Series is included. I/O, memory, memory mapping, and software will be discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 465  or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 5370 - Random Signals

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Provides basic knowledge of the principles of probability theory and statistical analysis techniques that can be used in the design and development of linear systems that must process random signals. Includes probability, random variables and random signals in engineering systems; stochastic calculus, stationary, ergodicity, correlation and power spectra; propagation of random signals through linear systems; least-squares, optimum filtering, and kalman filter.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 308  or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester of odd numbered years.
  
  • EELE 5380 - Advanced Signals & Systems

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Linear spaces and linear operators; descriptions of dynamic systems; input-output descriptions; state-space concepts; canonical forms; controllability and observability; minimal realizations; application to control and general systems analysis; pole assignment; observers.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 321  or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester of even numbered years.
  
  • EELE 5400 - Discrete-Time Control Systems:

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Covers basic topics in discrete-time (digital) system modeling, analysis, and control. Topics covered include: advanced Z-transform methods; discretizing continuous systems and controllers; introduction to system identification; classical control design methods (emulation, digital root-locus, and digital PID); and introduction to multi-variable state-space design methods (pole placement and optimal control). Course includes extensive use of control-system design and analysis software, and a system modeling and control project.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 321  or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 5410 - Advanced Control Systems

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A continuation of EELE 321  into advanced topics of feedback control. Topics may include state space, robust control, optimal control, observer, LQG, intelligent control, nonlinear control and multiple input-output systems.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 321  and EELE 5380 or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 5540 - Power System Operation and Control

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An introduction to power system operations and control, including the study of load-frequency control, control of reactive resources, economic dispatch, locational marginal pricing and integration of renewable resources.  Power system stability is also introduced.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 454   Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 5550 - Power System Dynamics and Control

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Advanced study of electric three-phase power system dynamic modeling, analysis, and control. Includes turbine speed-governors, excitation systems, transient and steady-state stability, voltage stability, computer simulation and analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): EELE 454 and EELE 321 or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 5970 - Engineering Problems

    (Variable)
    An individual laboratory, library or design problem requiring a detailed report on the student’s work.

    Course offered on demand.
  
  • EELE 5990 - Thesis Research

    (Variable)
    An original problem is selected by the student, with the approval of the department, and is pursued until the results permit the writing and submission of a thesis.

    Course generally offered year round.
  
  • EELE 6970 - Special Problems

    (Variable)
    Individual problems suitable for graduate study are assigned. Students submit written and oral reports for each problem.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • EELE 6990 - Dissertation

    (Variable)
    Doctoral dissertation research activities.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • EENV 101 - Introduction To Environmental Engineering

    1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
    To give an overview of environmental engineering issues and to promote problem solving capabilities to freshman students including: the multimedia approach to solve environmental problems, the holistic approach to designing environmental engineering systems, the understanding of ethics and environmental justice, the understanding of challenges, responsibilities and career opportunities.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EENV 106 - Environmental Software

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    This course will introduce software applicable to solve environmental problems. Students will be given basic overview and hands on experience with some of the most often used software in the environmental engineering area.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • EENV 204 - Environmental Process Engineering

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    The basic engineering principles important to Environmental Engineering including, mass balance, and heat balance are taught.

    Prerequisite(s): CHMY 143 ; M 171 ; PHSX 234 . Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • EENV 242 - Environmental Sampling II

    1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec., 3 Lab)
    The course familiarizes the student with calibration and operation of equipment for sampling, monitoring, and analysis of air pollutants.  Additionally, noise sampling and industrial hygiene sampling are addressed.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • EENV 243 - Environmental Sampling I

    1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec., 3 Lab)
    The course familiarizes the students with standard methods for the collection, preservation, and physical, chemical and biological analyses of water and waste water pollutants. Additionally, reclamation evaluation and soil contamination are addressed.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • EENV 250W - Pollution Prevention & Sustainability

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)


    The course familiarizes the student with local, national, and worldwide pollution prevention strategies. Preferred approaches are examined such as source reduction, recycling, and treatment. This course will also  introduce concepts of sustainability such as  global warming,  life cycle assessments  and industrial ecology . In addition to several oral presentations, the course requires a  project and written report.

    Course is offered second semester

  
  • EENV 298 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Environmental Engineering degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or department Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of one semester of course work and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
 

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