Engineering Science

ENGS 101 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING

Fall, 2 credit hours

The course introduces students to the various engineering disciplines, professional organizations and ethical aspects of professional expectations. Engineering analysis introduces problem-solving, engineering computations, manual sketching, and work presentation. Hands-on challenges engage the student in the design process, team work and critical thinking. Local expectations regarding written communication and oral presentations are presented and reinforced through projects.

Corequisites: Pre-Calculus Algebra (MATH 123) or College Algebra (MATH 121) or higher, or permission of instructor.

ENGS 102 PROGRAMMING FOR ENGINEERS

Fall/Spring, 2 credit hours

This course provides an introduction to computer programming using equation solving software. Students will learn the skills necessary to create predictive models and solve basic engineering problems as well as methods for graphically presenting results and data using said software. The skills taught in this course will assist in the analysis of engineering problems in more advanced course work. Two hour labs are held twice every week.

Prerequisites: MATH 123 w/ C or better or equivalent or higher course

ENGS 201 STATICS

Fall, 3 credit hours

A vector approach to particle equilibrium, equivalent force systems, rigid body equilibrium and analysis of structure. Additional topics include friction, centroids and centers of gravity and moments of inertia.

Prerequisites: PHYS 131 and MATH 161

ENGS 202 DYNAMICS

Spring, 3 credit hours

This course is a vector approach to the solution of dynamics problems involving rectilinear motion, curvilinear motion, kinetics of particles, kinematics of rigid bodies, and plane motion of rigid bodies. Newton’s laws, work - energy principles and impulse and momentum principles are used in the solutions. Three hours lecture per week.

Prerequisite: Statics (ENGS 201) or permission of instructor.

ENGS 203 ENGINEERING STRENGTH OF MATERIALS

Spring, 3 credit hours

This course is designed to introduce elementary analysis of deformable bodies subjected to various loading including strength, deformation, and stability analyses. Students will also be introduced to more advanced concepts to use sound judgment regarding the design of structures and components.

Prerequisite: ENGS 201, or permission of instructor

ENGS 205 MATERIALS SCIENCE

Fall, 3 credit hours

The underlying atomic and crystalline structure of materials is studied and how these structures affect their engineering properties. The mechanical properties of metals, ceramics, polymers and composites are examined. The mechanism of Diffusion & strengthening are discussed. Gain knowledge about the types of imperfections that exist and the roles they play in affecting the behaviour of materials. Phase Diagrams of some alloys are studied.

Prerequisite: College Chemistry I (CHEM 150), University Physics II (PHYS 132), and Calculus II (MATH 162), or permission of the instructor.

ENGS 263 ELECTRIC CIRCUITS

Spring, 3 credit hours

Electric circuit theory is introduced with emphasis on mathematical definitions of circuit elements. Network analysis techniques are presented within the framework of direct and alternating current theory. Transient forced and complete responses of circuits involving resistance, inductance, and capacitance are analyzed via differential and integral calculus. Circuit Design using Operational Amplifiers.

Prerequisites: Calculus II (MATH 162), University Physics II (PHYS 132), or permission of instructor.

ENGS 264 ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT LABORATORY

Spring, 3 credit hours

Basic concepts and principles of direct current and DC voltage are stressed in this introductory laboratory. Students will analyze resistive, capacitive and inductive circuits through practical laboratory application. Students will also study circuits using circuit analysis software.

Prerequisites: PHYS 132/136 University Physics II/Lab

Corequisites: ENGS 263 Electric Circuits

ENGS 302 ENGINEERING DYNAMICS II

Fall, 3 credit hours

In this second dynamics course, students learn about planar two-dimensional rigid body kinematics, kinetics of rigid bodies-force and acceleration, work and energy, impulse, momentum, and three-dimensional motion. An introduction to vibrations is also provided.

Prerequisite: Dynamics (ENGS 202)

ENGS 314 Fluid Mechanics I

Fall, 3 credit hours

This course develops knowledge of fluid mechanics. Topics include properties of fluids, pressure, hydrostatic forces, fluid statics, Bernoulli’s, and the energy equation are explored in respect to applications in the mechanical and civil industry. Flow rate, pipe sizing, and minor losses in piping systems are addressed.

Prerequisite: MATH 123, PHYS 121 or PHYS 131

ENGS 350 MECHANICS OF MACHINE ELEMENTS

Fall, 4 credit hours

Students in this course develop fundamentals of mechanics of machine design.  Students apply their knowledge of statics, strengths, and materials to the designing of machine components.

Prerequisite: ENGS 203 Engineering Strength of Materials

ENGS 291-295, 391-395, OR 491-495 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ENGINEERING SCIENCE

Fall/Spring, 1-4 credit hours

Special Topics in Engineering Science will generally include topics of current interest or topics not covered in courses currently offered by the department or in combinations not currently available.