ESC-100 Introduction to Engineering

An introduction to various branches of engineering using descriptive and quantitative perspectives. Topics include modeling and mathematical analysis of basic engineering problems related to chemical, mechanical, and electrical systems with incorporation of topics of sustainability and clean environment. Problem solving, critical thinking, and technical writing skills are emphasized throughout the course.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MAT-145

Lecture Contact Hours

2

Lab Contact Hours

2

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Science & Technology

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Define engineering and its various branches
2. Identify the various career paths that can be pursued with an engineering degree
3. Discuss the components of a modern engineering education
4. Use engineering analysis tools to solve basic, introductory level engineering problems involving mechanical or electrical systems

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ESC 100: Introduction to Engineering

Department

Science and Technology

Course Description

An introduction to various branches of engineering using descriptive and quantitative perspectives. Topics include modeling and mathematical analysis of basic engineering problems related to chemical, mechanical, and electrical systems with incorporation of topics of sustainability and clean environment. Problem solving, critical thinking, and technical writing skills are emphasized throughout the course.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

Lecture	2
Lab	2
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Letter

Prerequisites

MAT-145

First Year Experience Course

Yes

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Define engineering and its various branches
2. Identify the various career paths that can be pursued with an engineering degree
3. Discuss the components of a modern engineering education
4. Use engineering analysis tools to solve basic, introductory level engineering problems involving mechanical or electrical systems

Topic Outline

1. Introduction to engineering
2. Branches of engineering
3. Engineering education
4. Mechanical engineering
5. Linear equations in engineering
6. Quadratic equations in engineering
7. Trigonometry and vectors in engineering
8. Industrial engineering
9. Data analysis using spreadsheet programs
10. Electrical engineering
11. Complex numbers in engineering
12. Sinusoids and harmonic signals in engineering
13. Systems of equations and matrices in engineering
14. Derivatives in engineering
15. Civil engineering
16. Integrals in engineering
17. Chemical engineering
18. Biomedical engineering
19. Differential equations in engineering