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Engineering

An integrated physics/calculus program (IPC) is provided for students without prior college level calculus. Students register jointly for EGR 105/MAT 131, and EGR 106/MAT 132. A parallel section of post-calculus physics (PCP) is also offered.

Egr 105 Engineering Physics I

Lecture: 3 hrs. Lab: 3 hrs. Credit: 4 hrs.

Topics include dimensional analysis, elementary vector mathematics, linear and angular kinematics and dynamics, Newton's laws of motion, work and energy concepts, friction, impulse and momentum, and harmonic motion. Physics Laboratory emphasized critical investigation of phenomena with hands-on explorations. Developing skills in writing technical reports, graphical presentations, and reflecting on the meaning of physical phenomena are emphasized. Prerequisites: MAT 131.

Egr 106 Engineering Physics II

Lecture: 3 hrs. Lab: 3 hrs. Credit: 4 hrs.

Topics include harmonic motion with damping, wave phenomena and interference, sound waves, center of mass, gravitation, rotational kinematics and dynamics, torque and moment of inertia, equilibrium and elasticity with thermal stress, fluid mechanics and Bernoulli effects, fluid pressure for engineering analysis, thermal properties of matter, thermal expansion and heat transfer, and elements of thermodynamics. Physics laboratory emphasizes critical investigation of phenomena with hands-on explorations, as well as developing skills in writing technical reports, graphical presentations, and reflecting on the meaning of physical phenomena. Prerequisites: EGR 105.

Egr 109 Engineering Graphics & CAD

Lecture: 2 hrs. Lab: 2 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

An introduction to engineering graphics and computer-aided drafting and design. Topics include sketching, orthographic projection and pictorial representation, introduction to surface modeling/solids and CAD procedures. Cannot be used toward major requirement for Mechanical Technology AAS degree. Not open to students with credit in TEC 107, TEC 169 or TEC 170 except by permission of instructor.

Egr 180 Intro to Engineering Design

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

An introduction to the engineering design process through lecture and experiential learning. Emphasis on the design process provides a structure in which the various phases of design can occur in a logical and efficient order. Good oral and written communication and team building skills are emphasized.

Egr 183 Digital Logic Design

Lecture: 3 hrs. Lab: 1 hr. Credit: 3 hrs.

Concepts of digital logic will be discussed. Topics will include Boolean Algebra and functions, design and implementations of combinatorial and sequential logic, basic binary and hexadecimal arithmetic and finite state machines. Electrical instruments will be used to build elemental digital circuits. Laboratory provides additional insight into the physical and circuit aspects of the design and implementation of digital systems using commercial IC components. Prerequisites: MAT 108.

Egr 204 Engineering Physics III

Lecture: 3 hrs. Lab: 3 hrs. Credit: 4 hrs.

Topics include thermodynamics, electrostatics, Gauss's Law, potential, capacitance, Ohm's Law, electric resistance, work and power, Kirchoff's rules, RC series circuit, elementary non-linear circuits, magnetic phenomena, field and forces, Lenz's Law, RLC circuits, nature and propagation of light, interference phenomena, and elementary nuclear physics. Prerequisites: EGR 106 , MAT 132.

Egr 207 Mechanics I - Statics

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

Topics include analysis and design of static structural systems using vector and scalar notation, resultants and equilibrium of force systems with an emphasis on graphical presentation (shear and moment diagrams), friction as a design constraint, centroids, introduction to bending stress response, area and mass moments of inertia, introduction to energy concepts and virtual work, and preparation of an engineering analysis report using field investigations of a real structure. Prerequisite:EGR106, MAT132 Prerequisites: EGR 105.

Egr 208 Dynamics

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

Includes kinematics of a particle, vector calculus, motion curves, Newton's laws of motion and D'Alembert's principle, kinetics of particles, kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies, work-energy methods, impulse and momentum, special dynamics, simple harmonic motion and vibrations. Prerequisites: EGR 207 , MAT 231.

Egr 209 Mechanics II-Mech of Materials

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

Topics include analysis of the strength and deformation of materials and structural elements, including elementary indeterminate analysis methods, multi-axial stress and strain, 2D and 3D Mohr's circle of stress, bending, torsion, column buckling behavior with engineering analysis methods, design of beams, shafts and composite structural elements with an emphasis on the use of shear and moment diagrams, and an introduction to energy methods of structural analysis. Preparation of an engineering analysis/design report is required. Prerequisites: EGR 207 , MAT 231.

Egr 210 Thermodynamics

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

A study of the fundamental concepts of laws of thermodynamics with applications to engineering processes and operations. Topics include properties of pure substances, work, heat, energy and the First Law of Thermodynamics; techniques of First Law analysis; disorder, entropy and the Second Law of Thermodynamics; techniques of Second Law analysis. Prerequisites: MAT 231 , EGR 204.

Egr 211 Intro to Materials Science

Lecture: 3 hrs. Credit: 3 hrs.

A study of the basic laws and concepts relating the structure of solids to their physical and mechanical properties. Topics include atomic bonding, crystalline structure, crystalline imperfections, phase diagrams, kinetics and heat treatment, structural materials, mechanical properties, metals, ceramics and glasses, polymers, electrical conduction, semi-conductors, and composites. Prerequisites: CHM 112.

Egr 222 Circuit Analysis

Lecture: 3 hrs. Lab: 3 hrs. Credit: 4 hrs.

A beginning Electrical Circuits course in which students will learn Network concepts. DC circuits: mesh and node equations, network theorems, operational amplifiers. AC circuits: phasor diagrams, power. Time domain solution of first order circuits. Complex numbers, effective values, sinusoids and phasors. Prerequisites: MAT 132.

Egr 223 Microprocessor Architecture

Lecture: 3 hrs. Lab: 3 hrs. Credit: 4 hrs.

An introduction to microprocessor systems. Topics will include microprocessor organization, memory interfacing and timing, programmable peripheral interface, timer interrupts and the interrupt controller. Students will participate in a laboratory which provides hands-on experience in Assembly and C programming as it pertains to controlling and interfacing pheripheral devices in microprocessor systems. Prerequisites: EGR 183 , EGR 222.

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