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.
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Course Outline
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
3First Year Experience Course
Yes
Course Learning Outcomes
- Define engineering and its various branches
- Identify the various career paths that can be pursued with an engineering degree
- Discuss the components of a modern engineering education
- Use engineering analysis tools to solve basic, introductory level engineering problems involving mechanical or electrical systems
Topic Outline
- Introduction to engineering
- Branches of engineering
- Engineering education
- Mechanical engineering
- Linear equations in engineering
- Quadratic equations in engineering
- Trigonometry and vectors in engineering
- Industrial engineering
- Data analysis using spreadsheet programs
- Electrical engineering
- Complex numbers in engineering
- Sinusoids and harmonic signals in engineering
- Systems of equations and matrices in engineering
- Derivatives in engineering
- Civil engineering
- Integrals in engineering
- Chemical engineering
- Biomedical engineering
- Differential equations in engineering