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Lowell Institute School Course Descriptions
CET E201 Visual Basic® Programming (4 SH)
The course introduces the concepts of objects, object-oriented programming, event-driven programming and Rapid Application Development using the Visual Basic® programming language. As an introductory course to programming, presentations include the proper techniques of program development, documentation and stepwise development. Individually, students will learn how to create simple applications but will also be assigned a more challenging group project.
Prereq: none
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4200
CET E301 Introduction to C++ Programming (4 SH)
This first course in C++ programming will introduce student to the language, its history, its applications and its implementation. Rudiments of the language are presented along with a detailed explanation of how different programming constructs are used. Weekly programming assignments complement laboratory exercises allowing students to learn about primitive data types, arrays, structures, program control details, strings, pointers and C++ classes.
Prereq: CET E201 or Permission from faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4100 and CT 4311
CET E306 C++ Data Structures (4 SH)
The course presents advanced concepts of C++ class design, inheritance, polymorphism and information hiding. Students use data structures of arrays, stacks, lists, linked lists, queues, dequeues, trees and graphs implemented using conventional programming techniques and class libraries. The course provides an intensive study of class construction and utilization as an important part of program creation.
Prereq: CET E301
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4330 and CT 4311
CET E311 Computer Organization (4 SH)
Introduces the field of digital computer design. Topics include general computer organization, number systems and number representations, design characteristics of major computer units, and Boolean algebra applications to computer design. Examines microprocessor architecture and organization. Studies the machine language and assembly coding of an industry-accepted microprocessor. Assigns an assembly language coding problem and analyzes a suitable topic from the current literature.
Prereq: GET E121
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4150 and CT 4374
CET E321 Software Engineering (4 SH)
In an effort to promote a more professional environment in the development of software, this course includes a detailed explanation of the current techniques for software design. It includes a brief discussion of project management, team skills, financial and project planning techniques and management techniques that should be applied to any software development effort. The course is wrapped around a significant development project in which students solve a unique problem and present the solution to a group of interested faculty and guests.
Prereq: CET E306
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4340
CET E324 Perl Programming (4 SH)
Covers object-oriented programming techniques with a hands-on introduction to the Perl language, designed to get students writing useful Perl scripts as quickly as possible. Topics include manipulation of strings, numbers, dates, arrays and hashes; reading, writing and updating files; pattern matching and text substitution; subroutine libraries and modules, CGI programming and internet applications programming.
Prereq: CET E301
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4323
CET E326 Java™ Programming (4 SH)
Java™ is an object-oriented language and is valuable for distributed network environments. This course covers object-oriented programming techniques, as well as, creating Java™ applets and applications. Programming exercises make use of the Java™ Abstract Window Toolkit (AWT). Other topics covered include data abstraction and information hiding, multithreading, multimedia techniques, images, animation, audio, and exception handling.
Prereq: CET E301
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4322
CET E331 Assembly Language (4 SH)
The course introduces the student to machine language fundamentals and a detailed description of the assembly language of the '86 series of processors. Students become proficient in writing short programs that integrate operating system functions with specific user requirements. The need and application for assembly language is presented along with a detailed explanation of addressing modes, register implementation techniques and mapping of high-level languages into machine code. Skills include proper program structure, use of an editor, assembler, linker and program debugger.
Prereq: CET E301
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4345
CET E335 Numerical Methods (4 SH)
Presents computer methods for solving mathematical problems. Involves writing and running application programs using Matlab or Maple. Covers deterministic versus stochastic methods, random number generators, iterative versus noniterative solutions, maxima and minima in two and three variables, curve fitting in two and three variables, integrals, trapezoidal and Simpson's rules, slopes, differential equations in two and three variables, vector and matrix algebra, simultaneous linear equations, nonlinear equations, permutations, and combinations.
Prereq: CET E306 and MTH E243
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4335
CET E350 Embedded Microcomputer Systems 1 (4 SH)
Provides an introduction to the hardware and software issues in interfacing microprocessors to the outside. Includes lab and lecture components to develop the analytical understanding and skills to design the peripheral systems for an embedded microprocessor device. Topics of bus characteristics, timing and protocols; memory organization; memory-mapped I/O; and interrupts are covered in depth. In addition, the software requirements for implementing these devices into actual systems are given.
Prereq: CET E311 and EET E321
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4355
CET E352 Embedded Microcomputer Systems 2 (4 SH)
A continuation of Embedded Microcomputer Systems I, this course combines the accomplishments of the design of peripheral devices with the design and building of complete embedded microprocessor systems to accomplish data collection, control and analysis.
Prereq: CET E350
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: New course
CET E383 Databases (4 SH)
Examines database organization structure and management. Involves writing and running programs exemplifying techniques developed in class, using the University's computer facilities. Topics include access methods, attributes, indices, keys, querying, searching and matching, file sets, inverted file sets, normal forms, and random access. Provides an introduction to the SQL Programming Language.
Prereq: CET E306
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4383
CET E394 Object-Oriented Programming (4 SH)
Examines the methodologies currently used in object-oriented programming languages, drawing on case studies of Small Talk, Flavors, CLOS, and C++. Other topics include G-Base, an object-oriented database system, and the concepts of abstraction, polymorphism, class inheritance, locks, and generic dispatch.
Prereq: CET E306
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4394
CET E401 Advanced Visual Basic® (4 SH)
Builds on Visual Basic® Programming and focuses on database development, OLE, and the underlying Windows® architecture. Topics covered include designing relational databases and creating database front ends. Covers all aspects of OLE with Visual Basic®. Introduces the Windows SDK and shows students how to implement many Windows API calls. Particular emphasis on preparing students to become self-sufficient application developers. Also covers access to the Microsoft Knowledge Base, how to prepare to become a Microsoft Certified Windows Developer, and other Windows development resources.
Prereq: CET E201
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4201
CET E411 A+® Core Hardware Servicing (4 SH)
Extends the students' basic knowledge of computer organization with hands-on experience of the installation, configuration and upgrading of current microcomputer systems and peripherals. Extensive coverage is accomplished on I/O and storage devices, cabling systems and standards used to simplify the connections of peripherals between the various modules of the systems. Students are presented with the physical, electrical and logical characteristics of various microprocessors, data transfer busses and volatile and non-volatile medium.
Prereq: CET E311
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4241
CET E413 A+® Operating Systems Technology (4 SH)
Extends the students' basic knowledge of computer operating systems with hands-on experience of the installation and configuration of the current operating systems found in use. Theoretical coverage of the system structures, commands and operations is combined with practical applications of the command and control system of common microcomputer operating systems. Students are presented with the standard methods to install and modify the operation of the operating system and to troubleshoot typical problems.
Prereq: CET E311
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4242
CET E421 MCSE Professional Administration (4 SH)
Introductory course is in preparation for the Microsoft® Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification exam. Teaches the student how to become proficient in the installation, administration and troubleshooting of systems that utilize Microsoft® Windows® 2000. Topics include both attended and unattended installation using a variety of configurations, upgrade strategies, hardware preparation and troubleshooting of failed installations. Provides comprehensive coverage for installation and configuration of various hardware devices and Windows® options such as multiple display support, power management, card services, USB support and many other services. Other topics include performance optimization for memory, processor, disk, network and applications, hardware profile management, backup and recovery. The student will learn to configure, manage and troubleshoot network services, security and user profiles using actual hardware and software in a multi-user networked environment. This is the first in a series of five courses.
Prereq: none
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4221
CET E423 MCSE Server Administration (4 SH)
Extends the concepts from its predecessor to Windows® 2000 Server. Includes hands-on configuration of Windows® 2000 Server in a variety of environments including Windows NT® upgrades and original installations. The student will deal with network services, distributed file system management, security and web-based administrative services learning how to install, configure, and troubleshoot various hardware and software arrangements. Includes optimization issues regarding performance, storage use issues, network connections and security from both a hardware and software perspective. Policy and account issues including auditing, implementation and management will be taught using certification facility hardware. This is the second in a series of five courses.
Prereq: CET E421
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4222
CET E425 MCSE Network Administration (4 SH)
Covers the installation, management, monitoring, configuration and troubleshooting of a variety of Windows® 2000 networking environments. Students will learn about DNS, DHCP, remote access, network protocols, IP routing and WINS in a multi-user networked environment. Students will learn the details of DNS including services, zones, updating and testing. Covers remote access policies and remote administration and configurations of multilink connections, VPNs, routing and remote access including encryption, authentication and overall security. TCP/IP implementations and routing using IP, IPsec, border and internal routing, NAT and certificate authorities are discussed and implemented in a multi-user networked environment. This is the third in a series of five courses.
Prereq: CET E423
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4223
CET E427 MCSE Directory Services Administration (4 SH)
Covers the installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Windows® 2000 Active Directory components, DNS for Active Directory and Active Directory security solutions. The student will learn to create site links, connection objects, global catalog servers and the movement and transfer of server objects between sites. Zone configuration and the creation/administration of group policies is covered in detail with exercises in creation, linking, delegation, modification, deployment and control of the concepts available under Windows® 2000. Remote Installation Services (RIS) topics include configuration, security and management of the various options and potential problems encountered when trying to deploy these services. Active Directory topics include account creation, delegation of administrative control, location and movement of objects and performance monitoring, maintenance and troubleshooting. The student will learn to configure and troubleshoot security in a directory services infrastructures by applying security policies, analyzing configurations and monitoring security events. This is the fourth in a series of five courses.
Prereq: CET E425
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4224
CET E429 MCSE Network Design (4 SH)
Teaches the skills required to analyze and implement a network using the various components of Windows® 2000. Covers the details of network topologies, routing and IP addressing schemes, name resolution services including WINS and DNS, VPNs, remote access and various telephony solutions. Incorporating a business services flavor, students learn how to analyze existing and future business models for a series of scenarios with a focus on company models, geographic situations, company processes and cost factors. Students then propose a network configuration that satisfies company priorities, growth plans, legal and business considerations and cost. They will learn how to design a network infrastructure that meets the needs of the proposed business model and then test the design using methodologies developed from previous coursework. This is the fifth in a series of five courses.
Prereq: CET E427
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4225
CET E431 CCNA™ Introduction (4 SH)
This introductory course is in preparation for the Cisco® Certified Network Associate (CCNA™) certification exam. Teaches concepts of internetworking and the need/rationale for mixing topologies and technologies in real networking environments. Includes a detailed explanation of the OSI model and an overview of the Cisco® IOS Software and how to operate and configure Cisco® devices. Emphasis is placed on the characterization of existing networks and extracting customer requirements so that an effective network can be created. Discussions cover the importance of network management and provisioning resources to meet specific network requirements while enabling future growth. Students will be introduced to the methods and factors to configure and manage local routers.
Prereq: none
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4211
CET E433 CCNA™ Protocols 1 - Local Area Networking (4 SH)
Introduces the concept of routing and discusses the different interior routing protocols with a rigorous treatment of TCP/IP. Bridging, switching and routing alternatives are presented and discussed. Interconnection of networks and the limitations imposed by the different routing protocols is demonstrated along with a discussion of alternatives and a survey of current trends in internetworking. LAN design and integration techniques are discussed along with upgrade alternatives that are available when current networking does not support existing or future applications. A thorough discussion of the different types and advantages/disadvantages of segmentation are presented along with the limitations imposed by existing technologies and devices. Students will expand their knowledge to configure routers, manage configuration files, check configurations and verify performance metrics using network simulation tools in a multi-user networking environment.
Prereq: CET E431
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4212
CET E435 CCNA™ Protocols 2 - Wide Area Networking (4 SH)
Introduces Frame Relay, ISDN, PPP and the interconnection of disparate networks. Discussion includes network equipment, configuration and the limitations of speed, security and reliability of the various protocols. Emphasis is placed external routing protocols with detailed discussions of IPX, PPP, ISDN and Frame Relay protocols. Topics include the internetworking WAN and LANs to create a medium-sized network spanning a wide geographical area is held along with several configuration examples.
Prereq: CET E433
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4213 and CT 4214
CET E437 CCNA™ Security and Virtual Private Networking (4 SH)
Introduces security concepts for Local and Wide Area Networks and covers issues related to security in computing and concepts of secure communications. Students are introduced to the concept of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Examples and laboratory exercises demonstrate how switched networks can be extended using VPNs and the limitations imposed by them including speed, security and reliability. Discussion includes the historical growth of VPNs, their intended applications and limitations and future directions for their use.
Prereq: CET E435
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4215 and CT 4216
CET E439 CCNA™ Network Design and Verification (4 SH)
Teaches the student how to evaluate, cost analyze and implement actual working networks using Cisco® products. Explains how to prepare network diagrams and proposals, and how to evaluate alternatives based on customer requirements and growth planning. Working in teams, students will be taken through several different scenarios and allowed to compare and contrast different approaches and solutions to network implementation and design. Students will learn how to extract current requirements, design a network structure that meets customer requirements and create working networks by assembling products into a working model of their design in the certification facility.
Prereq: CET E437
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4217
CET E441 Oracle® SQL Programming (4 SH)
Extends the students' knowledge of relational databases and programming techniques to include the specifics of the SQL/Data Manipulation Language used on the Oracle platform. Topics cover the writing of SQL select statements on single and multiple tables, table joins and views, aggregate data functions and sub-queries. The specifics of creating and managing tables using constraints, views and user access controls through the Data Definition Language will be explored.
Prereq: CET E383 or permission from faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4231
CET E443 Oracle® Fundamentals 1 (4 SH)
Extends the students' knowledge of relational database programming and operation to include the features of the Oracle® platform. Topics covered include the design, creation and maintenance of a relational database using the Oracle® toolset. Students will obtain a conceptual understanding of the database architecture and how the various components work and interact with each other. Practical hands on training will include management of the Oracle® Instance, Log files, Control file, Table management and an understanding of the Data Dictionary.
Prereq: CET E441
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4232
CET E445 Oracle® Fundamentals 2 (4 SH)
This continuation of the Oracle® database platform develops the necessary understanding of the network aspects to the Oracle® Architecture. Students explore network server and client side configurations, backup and recovery configuration and management, RMAN and user recovery issues. Methods of data loading and transporting are examined and practiced.
Prereq: CET E443
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: New course
CET E447 Oracle® Performance Tuning (4 SH)
Covers the various aspects to diagnostic and tuning methods and tools. Primary focus is on the optimization of database configuration, sizing of cache, SGA structures, the shared pool and other resources. Specific techniques on application tuning are covered including the optimization of sorts, SQL statements and other database resources.
Prereq: CET E445
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: New course
CET E480 Topics in Computer Engineering Technology (4 SH)
Focuses on advanced topics related to computer engineering technology to be selected by instructor.
Prereq: Permission from faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4390 and/or CT 4391
CET E511 Digital Circuit Computer Simulation (4 SH)
A combination Lecture Seminar/Computer Lab Course that introduces selected advanced topics in Computer Technology. Various digital circuits will be analyzed via hand calculation analysis and computer simulation. Students will discover the advantages and disadvantages of using computer simulation in solving digital electronic circuit problems and be exposed first-hand to the concept of team engineering design.
Prereq: EET E321
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4366
CET E521 Computer Architecture (4 SH)
Computer architecture demonstrates the integration of hardware design with customer specification/requirements for a computing device. The course introduces the notion of RISC vs. CISC architectural tradeoffs and exposes the underlying structures of several popular CPUs. Register Transfer Notation (RTN) is explained and used to provide an assembly language explanation of a machine. The use of multiple data paths and pipelining are also included.
Prereq: CET E311
Semester Offered: Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4374 and CT 4375
CET E531 Data Communications and Networks (4 SH)
This course introduces and justifies the need for communications networks. It describes the various standards and procedures currently available for transporting data over distance. Rates, formats, modulation techniques, error detection/recovery and standards are presented. The course also introduces the concept of local area networks and their role in the data communications arena. The seven-later ISO model is used as the basis for both major segments of this course. A variety of different protocols are included within the course material.
Prereq: CET E350 and CET E521
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4380 and CT 4480
CET E536 Advanced Networking Concepts (4 SH)
This course provides detailed information about LAN/WAN integration, internetworking, the use of routed and switched networks and a general overview of information transfer technology. It includes relevant new topics based on current topics in the technology. Because networking changes occur frequently, this senior level course will cover new technologies as they occur. A project is assigned to student groups that requires an understanding of the topics and networking technologies.
Prereq: CET E531
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4480
CET E551 Operating Systems (4 SH)
This course provides an overview, justification and implementation details of the rudiments of many operating systems. It describes process and resource management techniques, file systems and memory system implementations. It shows many of the alternatives available and describes advantages and tradeoffs of using each one. The course uses several popular operating systems for resources and provides an exhaustive treatment of one of the current systems.
Prereq: CET E521
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4381
CET E556 UNIX® Operating System (4 SH)
Introduces UNIX® operating system concepts, tools, and utilities. Topics include file organization, security techniques, operating system models and a brief comparison of the different UNIX flavors. Develops a fundamental understanding and working knowledge of UNIX using system commands, file system concepts, text processing tools, electronic communication, processes, shell script programming, command procedures, pipes, I/O redirection, filters, system administration and installation techniques.
Prereq: CET E306
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4393
CET E558 Systems Level Programming (4 SH)
Studies the design and development of C and C++ application programs that interface and expand capabilities of the operating system kernel. Enables programmers to interact with the various UNIX and Windows operating system through a study of system calls and library routines. Topics include system programming tools, fundamental concepts, file creation and access, signals and signal handling, multitasking, file and terminal I/O, process creation and program execution, and forms of interprocess communication and synchronization (pipes, message queues, semaphores, and shared memory).
Prereq: CET E556
Semester Offered: Summer
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4397
CET E560 Computer Security (4 SH)
Covers issues related to security in computing, including the history of security, encryption techniques and applications, secure communications, and software protection. Other topics include software verification and validation, designing security into the hardware, and products currently available for securing systems and data. These subjects will be addressed in terms of privacy as well as reliability.
Prereq: CET E531
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4395
CET E651 Advanced Computer Concepts (4 SH)
This course extends many of the fundamental subjects from previous architecture and computer hardware courses. The course will discuss parallel processing, multiprogramming, multicomputing and the installation and maintenance of such systems.
Prereq: CET E331 and CET E521
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4351 and CT 4356
CET E924 Directed Study in Computer Technology (4 SH)
Independent study of advanced computer technology projects for students-usually in their junior or senior year-who have high scholastic standing. Projects may be of an applied or theoretical nature, resulting in a formal report submitted to the project supervisor at the end of the semester.
Prereq: Permission of faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: CT 4492
EET E201 Circuit Analysis 1 (4 SH)
Circuit variables of current, voltage, power and energy are defined. Basic circuit theory laws such as Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Laws, Thevenin and Norton's Theorems and Superposition are introduced and applied to DC circuits. The energy storage devices, capacitors & inductors, are explored. Mesh and Nodal analysis are introduced for solution of more complex circuits. Operational Amplifiers from a terminal point of view are discussed. The transient response of RC and RL circuits are developed by solution of first order differential equations. Using second order differential equations, solutions are developed for parallel and series RLC circuits. Solutions of AC circuits by frequency domain methods are introduced. The basic circuit laws are applied to AC circuits using phasor algebra. The concepts of impedance and admittance are developed. Computer assisted solutions using simulation software will be introduced.
Prereq: MTH E121 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: (EET 4124, EET 4151, and EET 4152) or EET 4320
EET E202 Laboratory for EET E201 - Circuit Analysis 1 (1 SH)
Accompanies EET E201. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: EET E201 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4124
EET E301 Circuit Analysis 2 (4 SH)
RMS values of current and voltage, instantaneous and average power, complex power, reactive power, power factor and delta and wye configurations of polyphase (3 phase) systems are introduced. Mutual inductance is revisited to explain the operation of the ideal transformer. The Power Triangle is used to relate real, reactive and apparent power. Laplace transforms and their inverse along with the concept of the s domain are presented and applied to circuit solutions. Solutions of networks using non-sinusoidal forcing functions are introduced using Fourier Analysis. Computer assisted solutions using simulation software will continue.
Prereq: EET E201
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4125, EET 4353, and EET 4354
EET E302 Laboratory for EET E301 - Circuit Analysis 2 (1 SH)
Accompanies EET E301. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: EET E301 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4125
EET E311 Analog Electronics 1 (4 SH)
Reviews the theory of linear circuits and extends it to simple non-linear circuits of both the two-terminal variety and the three-terminal variety. Considers the solid-state theory of the PN diode as an example of the two-terminal non-linear device, and the NPN, PNP, and field-effect devices as examples of the three terminal non- linear elements. Includes light-sensitive and heat-sensitive solid-state devices. Considers the problem of selecting an operating point for a non-linear device, and the corresponding practical methods of providing the required biases. Introduces the small-signal linear model for the non-linear device in the vicinity of the operating point. Discusses frequency response of such models, including the Bode asymptotic approximation to frequency response. Also reviews Mason's signal flow graph concepts for determining transfer functions. Examines operational amplifiers specifically their ideal behavior. Computer simulations required.
Prereq: EET E201
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4312 and EET 4323
EET E312 Laboratory for EET E311 - Analog Electronics 1 (1 SH)
Accompanies EET E311. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: EET E311 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
EET E316 Analog Electronics 2 (4 SH)
Reviews the Bode asymptotic approximation to frequency response. Also reviews Mason's signal flow graph concepts for determining transfer functions. Reviews operational amplifiers including their ideal behavior and the limitations introduced by finite input and output impedances, finite gain, and finite bandwidth. Explores feedback and stability problems that can occur when using operational amplifiers. Studies applications of feedback to oscillators and active filters. Discusses various Operational Amplifier topologies including differential and instrumentation types. Introduces various types of active filters including the Sallen and Key and State-Variable topologies. Computer simulations required.
Prereq: EET E311
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4313
EET E317 Laboratory for EET E316 - Analog Electronics 2 (1 SH)
Accompanies EET E316. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: EET E316 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
EET E321 Digital Electronics 1 (4 SH)
Introduces the basic elements of digital logic systems, starting with a complete discussion of numbering systems, including decimal, binary, octal, and hexadecimal. Extends these concepts to the design of coding systems such as binary, binary-coded decimal, Gray code, seven-segment displays, and multiplexers. Continues with Boolean algebra, including applications of DeMorgan's theorems. Discusses the application of Boolean algebra to the solution of combinational logic circuit topologies. Examines the basic bi-stable memory storage element (flip-flops) and applies this to the concept of sequential circuits such as ripple counters, synchronous counters, Johnson counters, ring counters and shift registers. Includes an analysis and design perspective of both combinational and sequential circuits. Also examines the 555 timer. Emphasizes digital systems design using available microelectronic gates, primarily in the TTL series. Some computer simulation will be required.
Prereq: EET E201
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4311, EET 4314, EET4327, and EET 4328
EET E322 Laboratory for EET E321 - Digital Electronics 1 (1 SH)
Accompanies EET E321. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: EET E321 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
EET E326 Digital Electronics 2 (4 SH)
Examines the physical devices used to realize digital circuits, as a complement to the previous treatment of idealized mathematical models. Introduces the concepts of rise-time, fall-time, set-up time, hold-time, delay-time, and the maximum frequency of a clock. Discusses the presently available logic families such as TTL, CMOS, and EC, and considers interconnection problems. Introduces memory elements and field-programmable logic elements. Presents interfacing devices such as analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters. Some computer simulation will be required.
Prereq: EET E321
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4315
EET E327 Laboratory for EET E326 - Digital Electronics 2 (1 SH)
Accompanies EET E326. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: EET E326 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
EET E331 Electrical Measurements (4 SH)
Standards of measurements, dimensional analysis, errors and measurements of dispersed data, discrete and continuous variables, binomial distribution, and normal distribution are studied and applied using DMM counters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, digital volt-meters and other test equipment.
Prereq: EET E301
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4310
EET E332 Laboratory for EET E331 - Electrical Measurements (1 SH)
Accompanies EET E331. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: EET E331 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
EET E336 Engineering Analysis (4 SH)
Introduces differential equation solution for electrical and mechanical applications. Focuses on Laplace and Fourier methods of solution. Discusses mathematical models, boundary and initial conditions.
Prereq: EET E201 and MTH E243
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: MTH 4123
EET E341 Energy Conversion (4 SH)
Introduces magnetic aspects of rotating machines and transformers. Operating characteristics of DC generators and motors are developed. Electric power generation is demonstrated using synchronous generators. Transmission of power at high voltage is introduced by application of three-phase power transformers. Induction motor characteristics are developed. Various single-phase motors and machines such as servomotors, stepper motors and split-phase induction motors are introduced.
Prereq: EET E301
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4330
EET E346 Basic Power Systems 1 (4 SH)
Presents fundamentals of single-phase and three-phase power systems. Introduces symmetrical components and sequence networks, two- and three-winding power transformers modeling, and the per unit system. Explores calculation of power transmission line Examines modeling and steady-state operation of transmission lines.
Prereq: EET E301
Semester Offered: Even Fall
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4362 and EET 4363
EET E350 Basic Power Systems 2 (4 SH)
Develops power flow analysis techniques. Introduces symmetrical faults and fault interruption via circuit breakers and fuses. Introduces unsymmetrical faults, power system relaying and protection, turbine-generator control, economic dispatch of generation, power system stability, and transient analysis of traveling waves.
Prereq: EET E346
Semester Offered: Odd Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4364
EET E354 Basic Power Systems Relay Engineering (4 SH)
Introduces unsymmetrical faults, power system relaying and protection, turbine-generator control, economic dispatch of generation, power system stability, and transient analysis of traveling waves.
Prereq: EET E350
Semester Offered: Odd Fall
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4365
EET E370 Applied Photonics (4 SH)
Educates engineers to the theory and application of key photonic devices used in engineering disciplines (electrical, mechanical, civil, etc.). The course begins with an analysis of light interaction principles and develops a functional scheme to catalog photonic devices by their light (radiation) interaction. Following this, the course presents the theories and key applications of photonic devices for: (1) all types of measurements and sensing; (2) material processing that involves material characterizations as well as material ablation behaviors; and finally (3) information processing which includes fiber optic transmission-related devices, in addition to storage, display, and other useful devices. Source characteristics and properties, such as for lasers, are also treated. Course work includes a student report on a key photonic application. No previous optics background is required.
Prereq: MTH E121
Semester Offered: Odd Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4392
EET E372 Optical Systems (4 SH)
Involves developing the basics of optical imaging in the Gaussian approximation and analyzing the various designs stemming from lens aberration, intent and forms of optical systems, and flux throughput. Emphasizes a physically descriptive analysis of such applications as nondiffractive interference effects (interferometers, interference filters, high and anti-reflection films, and longitudinal "laser" cavity modes) and diffraction effects (apertures and gratings). Also discusses wave imagery, image processing, and the 3-D imaging of holography; polarization phenomena and associated materials and devices; and basic quantum optics.
Prereq: MTH E243 and PHY E143
Semester Offered: Even Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4391 and EET 4393
EET E480 Topics in Electrical Engineering Technology (4 SH)
Engages students in theoretical or experimental work under individual faculty supervision.
Prereq: Permission of faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4399
EET E511 Analog Circuit Computer Simulation (4 SH)
A combination Lecture Seminar/Computer Lab Course that introduces selected advanced topics in Electrical Engineering Technology. Various analog circuits will be analyzed via hand calculation analysis and computer simulation. Students will discover the advantages and disadvantages of using computer simulation in solving analog electronic circuit problems and be exposed first-hand to the concept of team engineering design.
Prereq: EET E316
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4366
EET E551 Communication Systems 1 (4 SH)
Introduces signal analysis using Fourier methods; noise in communication systems; frequency selective amplifiers, including wideband; transistor power amplifiers AF and RF; oscillators; signal sources; and applications. Explores the basic theory of amplitude, frequency, phase, and pulse code modulated systems; analysis of modulating and demodulating circuits; carrier systems using SSB; system block and level diagrams; logic control circuits in communication systems; and modems.
Prereq: EET E316
Semester Offered: Even Fall
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4317 and EET 4318
EET E554 Communication Systems 2 (4 SH)
Presents the fundamentals of digital communications; sampling requirements; analog-to-digital conversion methods; system capacity and bandwidth; comparison of practical digital systems PAM, PCM, PFM, and PWM; time and frequency division multiplexing; data decoding; and selected examples from telemetry and computer links.
Prereq: EET E551
Semester Offered: Odd Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4319
EET E558 Distributive Systems (4 SH)
Introduces characteristics, transient and steady-state conditions of transmission lines. Topics include communication via microwave, fiber optics and satellite transmission. Antenna fundamentals are studied.
Prereq: EET E336
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4329 and EET 4337
EET E559 Laboratory for EET E558 - Distributive Systems (1 SH)
Accompanies EET E558. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: EET E558 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
EET E561 Control Engineering (4 SH)
Introduces analysis of feedback control systems under both transient and steady-state conditions. Examines utilization of signal flow graphs and Laplace transforms in the formulation of block diagrams and transfer functions for use in control system modeling. Reviews performance characteristics of feedback control systems. Analyzes the stability of feedback control systems using the Routh-Hurwitz criterion. Determines roots of the system transfer function characteristic equation using the root locus method. Evaluates steady-state response using frequency plots and measurement techniques. Introduces the Nyquist criterion and methods to improve system performance through compensation.
Prereq: EET E301 and MTH E243
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: EET 4377 and EET 4378
EET E566 Industrial Control Systems 1 (4 SH)
A lecture-laboratory venue that: Introduces operational safety. Examines the concept of the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and its associated I/O elements. Works with various manufacturers PLCs while understanding coding concepts in Relay Ladder Logic (RLL). Examines distributed I/O and its applications. Examines the concept of the variable Frequency Drive (VFD). Weekly student design projects are required as the concept of team design is utilized. A final team project is required.
Prereq: EET E301 and MTH E243
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: New course
EET E570 Industrial Control Systems 2 (4 SH)
A lecture-laboratory venue that: Introduces operational safety. As a continuation of ICS-I, this course examines the concept and application of an open architecture PC-based industrial control system such as DeviceNet. Examines the concept of the PC based ICS controller and its associated I/O sensor elements such as proximity and photo-electric devices in addition to various complex mechanical limit switches. Considers various software manufacturers' DeviceNet systems while understanding coding concepts as Block-Diagram Coding. Previous experience with a high level language such as C or C++ is required. Weekly student design projects are required as the concept of team design is utilized. A final team project is required.
Prereq: EET E566 and CET E301
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: New course
EET E924 Directed Study (4 SH)
Description: Independent study of advanced electrical technology projects for students-usually in their junior or senior year-who have high scholastic standing. Projects may be of an applied or theoretical nature, resulting in a formal report submitted to the project supervisor at the end of the semester.
Prereq: Permission of faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent:
GET E114 Engineering Economy (4 SH)
Studies the economic concepts that deal with the production, distribution, and consumption of commodities. Topics include economic growth, supply and demand, resource allocation, and income distribution. Focuses on the use of economic principles to develop accounting concepts, to define assets, liability, net worth, and additional topics related to engineering economic analysis.
Prereq: MTH E110
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4356
GET E121 Computer Applications for Technology (4 SH)
This introductory course is intended to provide extensive experience with mainstream computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, Internet and operating system software. Students will learn advanced features and configuration details of the most popular applications software with project-based assignments that integrate the use of these applications. The course also addresses many of the current activities in the realm of computer applications with a view toward exposing students to potential directions and vendor activities in the technology of computer applications.
Prereq: none
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4105
GET E131 Engineering Graphics 1 (4 SH)
Introduces students to the engineering design process. Explores 2 Dimensional computer drawing and freehand/instrument sketching. Topics include orthographic, isometric, oblique, perspective drawing, and associated sections and developments. These drawing methods are used to produce architectural, mechanical and electrical/electronics based engineering drawings.
Prereq: none
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4170
GET E155 AutoCAD® 1 (4 SH)
An introduction to AutoCAD for those with prior drafting experience. Begins with an overview of the IBM PC hardware and its application to computer-aided design and engineering. Demonstrates AutoCAD commands to create, edit, dimension, store, and print basic drawings. Also presents block creation and file utilities.
Prereq: none
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4155
GET E157 AutoCAD® 2 (4 SH)
A course structured for students with prior drafting and AutoCAD experience. Topics include applications of polylines, blocks, linetypes, layering systems, dimensioning, system variables, and text styles. Explores the creation of symbol libraries, attributes, and attribute extraction. Projects focus on the mechanical, architectural, and facilities management disciplines.
Prereq: GET E155
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4156
GET E331 Engineering Graphics 2 (4 SH)
Continues the development of engineering design utilizing 2 and 3 dimensional computer drawings. Introduces students to Solid Works. Topics include manufacturing and building processes utilizing mechanical and structural drawings. Specialized topics include pipe and ventilation drawings. This course requires a conceptual and detailed design project.
Prereq: GET E131
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4171
GET E336 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (4 SH)
Topics include general dimensioning, symbols and their uses, datums, tolerances of form, orientation, and location. Emphasizes application to drawings, interpreting symbol meaning, and the use of formulas for fasteners. Gives an overview of the advantages of positional tolerancing, cost effectiveness through proper use, inspection and gauging techniques.
Prereq: GET E331 or GET E156
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4176
GET E341 Technical Communications (3 SH)
Offers an opportunity to learn the style and content guidelines for technical writing, refines technical writing skills, and develops the ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations of a professional caliber.
Prereq: College Writing 1
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4306
GET E373 AutoCAD® for Architects & Engineers (4 SH)
A course in 2-D AutoCAD skills for those with prior architectural, construction documentation, or engineering field experience. Directed toward fast-tracking AutoCAD competence for the professional user. Focuses on execution of simplified simulations of real projects from various disciplines and personal portfolio development.
Prereq: GET E331 or GET E156
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4173
GET E375 AutoCAD® Solids Modeling (4 SH)
An extension of AutoCAD into 3-D design and modeling and more advanced topics. Topics include extrusion, wireframe modeling, surface modeling, and solids modeling, using both the Region Modeler and AME 2.1. Also covers use of Paperspace, External references, standard LISP routines, and production of slide files, and slide show presentations.
Prereq: GET E331 or GET E156
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4174
GET E681 Capstone Prep (2 SH)
Introduces the Design Process Methodology used by engineers in successful companies to formulate a solution to a product or project design problem. The design process from Problem Statement to Prototype fabrication and testing is reviewed. Includes examples of the preparation and use of: effective marketing data, patent and literature search for prior art, customer and engineering specifications, brainstorming techniques to generate feasible solutions to the problem and the process for selecting the most viable solution. Provides examples of generating labor and materials budgets for product/project development and the presentation of these results in an effective oral and written communication.
Prereq: Senior Status
Semester Offered: Starting Fall 2005
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4104
GET E683 Capstone Design Project (4 SH)
Students from the CET, EET and MET disciplines come together to work effectively as a team to implement the project specifications and design developed in the Capstone Preparation course. Students are expected to apply knowledge from a variety of domains to formulate a plan of attack resulting in the complete solution to design and system problems. Results should culminate in the creation of a working prototype along with a final report and oral presentation by team members. Individual Capstone projects are optional with the approval of the CET, EET, and MET Program Coordinators.
Prereq: GET E681
Semester Offered: Starting Spring 2006
Quarter Equivalent: New course
GET E924 Directed Study (4 SH)
Description: Independent study of advanced general technology projects for students-usually in their junior or senior year-who have high scholastic standing. Projects may be of an applied or theoretical nature, resulting in a formal report submitted to the project supervisor at the end of the semester.
Prereq: Permission of faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent:
MET E201 Statics (4 SH)
Examines the behavior of forces, moments, couples, and statics of particles, of rigid bodies in two and three dimensional space. Topics include external and internal distributed forces, moments of inertia and centroids. This course provides methods to analyze structures including trusses, frames, and machines.
Prereq: MTH E241
Semester Offered: Fall, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: (MET 4301 and MET 4302) or MET 4319
MET E301 Dynamics (4 SH)
Explores forces as they relate to motion. The study includes velocity, acceleration, and friction. Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies is also explored. Studies the impulse and momentum of particles.
Prereq: MET E201
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4303
MET E311 Stress Analysis (4 SH)
Examines columns and beams determining stress and strain; factors of safety and temperature effects for determinate and indeterminate. Other topics include shear and moment diagrams, flexural and transverse shearing stresses, torsional stress, and deformations.
Prereq: MET E201
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4314, MET 4315, and MET 4391
MET E312 Laboratory for MET E311 - Stress Analysis (1 SH)
Accompanies MET E311. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: MET E311 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E321 Thermodynamics (4 SH)
Introduces the general theory of heat and matter. Discusses the first and second law of thermodynamics for open and closed systems. Applications include nozzles, compressors, heat exchangers, turbines and internal combustion engines. Topics include energy-transformation principles, availability of energy, and properties and processes for pure substances, liquids, and ideal gases. Also covers thermodynamics properties using tables and charts, mixture of fluids, vapor cycles, power cycles and refrigeration cycles.
Prereq: PHY E143
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4340, MET 4341, and MET 4393
MET E322 Laboratory for MET E321 - Thermodynamics (1 SH)
Accompanies MET E321. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: MET E321 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E341 Materials (4 SH)
Identifies methods of selection of materials for engineering applications. Topics include fundamental metallic, ceramic, and polymer structures. Additional topics including testing materials, alloying and hardening of metals. Discusses fabrication methods, including powder metallurgy, metalworking, casting, molding, machining, and welding. Laboratory experiments include the preparation of samples, microstructure analysis, cooling arches, and binary phase diagrams.
Prereq: MET E201
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4380 and MET 4481
MET E351 Measurement and Analysis (4 SH)
Introduces students to mechanical measurements, instrumentation and experiment data. The principles developed in class are applied in the laboratory and technical report writing is required. Team based Laboratory experiments utilize statistical techniques in mechanical measurements of temperature pressure, force, deformation, strain, and rotational frequency.
Prereq: GET E121, PHY E143, and MTH E243
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4388
MET E352 Laboratory for MET E351 - Measurement and Analysis (1 SH)
Accompanies MET E351. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: MET E351 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E364 Kinematics (4 SH)
Presents the principles of kinematics through manual and computer methods to analyze and design mechanisms. Topics include four bar linkage, slider cranks, cams and followers, and gears and rear trains (reverted and epicyclic).
Prereq: MET E301
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: GET 4364
MET E385 Pro/ENGINEER® (4 SH)
Introduces the use of Pro/ENGINEER® to build parametric 3D models of parts and assemblies and to make drawings of those parts and assemblies. The course stresses fundamental skills and concepts central to the successful use of Pro/ENGINEER® in a production environment. Topics include creating objects; creating features such as straight/revolved/swept protrusions, holes, cuts, chamfers and rounds; datum and sketching tools; patterns; advanced modeling utilities; assembly fundamentals and detail drawings. Students will gain an understanding of the design philosophy of Pro/ENGINEER® through this extensive hands-on course with numerous practice exercises.
Prereq: GET E331
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Quarter Equivalent: New course
MET E414 Mechanical Vibrations (4 SH)
Studies the elements of vibrating systems, one degree of freedom, natural frequencies, and damped free and forced vibration. Presents design of vibration absorbers for industrial equipment.
Prereq: MET E301
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4414
MET E444 Power Generation (4 SH)
Explores electrical power generation by thermo-mechanical, electromechanical, nuclear, and hydraulic systems. Emphasizes the analysis of thermodynamic cycles as well as the practical deviations from related ideal processes. Considers accessory and auxiliary equipment used in such systems. Studies design, performance, economic factors, and public issues affecting electric power generation.
Prereq: MET E321
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4444
MET E480 Topics in Mechanical Engineering Technology (4 SH)
Experimental and/or theoretical work under individual faculty supervision.
Prereq: Permission of faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4499
MET E482 Applied Metallurgy (4 SH)
Examines mechanical properties of ferrous metals, the iron carbon diagram, high-temperature alloys, hardening methods, impact tests, and the effects of environment. Also discusses manufacturing processes and methods of fabrication.
Prereq: MET E341
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4482
MET E521 Heat Transfer (4 SH)
Presents the principles of heat transfer, thermal convection, conductance, and resistance. The course includes emissivity, absorptivity, and heat exchanger design and selection.
Prereq: MET E321
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4343
MET E522 Laboratory for MET E521 - Heat Transfer (1 SH)
Accompanies MET E521. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: MET E521 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E526 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (4 SH)
Introduces air-conditioning principles, including psychometrics and heat pumps. Topics include calculation of heating and cooling loads in accordance with ASHRAE practices; principles of gas compression; analysis of vapor compression; refrigeration systems; low-temperature refrigeration cycles; and absorption refrigeration systems.
Prereq: MET E321
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4342
MET E531 Fluid Mechanics (4 SH)
Studies the principles of fluid statics and dynamics. Topics include fluid flow in pipe, friction losses, fluid energy, Bernoulli's theorem, open channel flow and pump and far design. The Fluid laboratory examines incompressible fluids.
Prereq: MET E301
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: MET 4373 and MET 4392
MET E532 Laboratory for MET E531 - Fluid Mechanics (1 SH)
Accompanies MET E531. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: MET E531 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E541 Roark and Young Stress Analysis (4 SH)
The famous handbook ROARK'S FORMULAS FOR STRESS AND STRAIN is renowned for its single-source availability to solve stress analysis problems on common engineering shapes. This course will focus on the use of the handbook and show via case studies how to solve stress analysis problems that present themselves in engineering design.
Prereq: MET E311
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E543 Renewable Energy Power Applications (4 SH)
This course will concentrate on the use of renewable energy resources to generate thermal and electrical power for residential or commercial applications. The course will outline the thermodynamics involved in the solar energy and hydro energy power generation.
Prereq: MET E321
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E545 Heat Exchanger and Pump Engineering (4 SH)
Focus on the engineering analysis, design and/or selection of the most common industry standard heat exchanger designs. Specifically, steam boilers, exhaust gas heat recovery steam boilers, regenerators, condensers, reheat and preheaters. The mechanical design of these heat exchangers will be emphasized with the ability of the student to determine the correct selection from a manufacturer's specification catalog. A similar study of liquid pumps and air compressors will be presented.
Prereq: MET E521
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E556 Fuel Cells: Principles and Technology (4 SH)
Examines the underlying thermodynamics and electrochemical principles of energy conversion through fuel cells including oxidation, free energy, and standard potential of the cell. It covers system, elements, and performance characteristics, polarization and voltage output. It studies regenerative fuel cells, and dissociation. It presents the classification of fuel cells and its applications. Special emphasis is given to the study of hydrogen fuel cells. It discusses recent technologic innovations and applications of fuel cells in transportation vehicles, biomedicine, and industrial and domestic power generation. It discusses technologic issues of fuel cells, and presents trends, forecasts and impact of this technology in areas of energy generation, conservation and the environment. Students are required to complete a design project.
Prereq: PHY E143 and MET E321
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E631 Hybrid Vehicles Technology and Design (4 SH)
This course imparts the science and technology of Electric Vehicles (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV). It covers the mechanics, power and propulsion of vehicles for terrestrial transportation. It discusses fundamentals and design of batteries, fuel-cells and DC machines, three-phase AC machines, Induction machines, Regenerative braking, Permanent Magnet Machines and Switched Reluctance Machines. It studies electric drive components, the EV transmission configuration and EV motor sizing. Students are required to complete a design project relative to EV and/or HEV design.
Prereq: MET E351 and MET E521
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E633 Vehicle Art Design & Engineering (4 SH)
This course is a technical and artistic exploration of vehicle design. Students are introduced to methodology and criteria unique to vehicle product development including technical, historic, economic and cultural aspects of terrestrial, aerial, marine and specific-purpose vehicle design. The central activity of this course is the development of technical and artistic vehicle concepts using CAD and computer animation tools that may be able to respond to inherent concerns and societal aspirations relative to land, sea, and air transportation. These concerns include the environment, emerging technologies for power generation, aesthetics, and global economy. This course integrates technical bases of engineering science and design, the power of computational tools, and the intrinsic artistic creativity of an engineer. It stresses exploration, analysis and communication of the design concepts, and it encourages peer-critique in order to reinforce the validity, usability, and technical feasibility of the concepts. Students are required to present their design projects in the proper computer format as to be able to raise interest of the public through computer visual display and automatic explanation of the characteristics of the concept.
Prereq: MET E531 and GET E114
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
MET E651 Mechanical Design (4 SH)
Introduces the principles of mechanical design, the design process, design factors, creativity, optimization and value engineering. Examines properties and selection of materials, stress concentration, combined stress, theory of failure, impact, and fluctuating and repeated loads. Design methodology is applied to products, processes and equipment. Further study includes design of fasteners, screws, joints, springs, bearings and gears.
Prereq: MET E311, MET E341, and MET E351
Semester Offered: Spring
Quarter Equivalent: (MET 4330, MET 4331, and MET 4333) or (MET 4330, MET 4331, and MET 4395)
MET E924 Directed Study (4 SH)
Description: Independent study of advanced mechanical technology projects for students-usually in their junior or senior year-who have high scholastic standing. Projects may be of an applied or theoretical nature, resulting in a formal report submitted to the project supervisor at the end of the semester.
Prereq: Permission of faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent:
MFG E311 Computer-Aided Manufacturing (4 SH)
Presents an overview of computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) including group technology, material requirements, planning, part-coding and classification, numerical control (NC), part programming and management systems.
Prereq: GET E331
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: MFG 4321 and MFG 4322
MFG E321 Computer Methods in Manufacturing Design (4 SH)
Investigates the use of computers in selected areas of manufacturing systems design. Topics include numerical control (NC), MRPII, computer-aided process planning and control and additional applications of computers in manufacturing.
Prereq: MFG E311 and MET E341
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: MFG 4331 and MFG 4332
MFG E361 Numerical Controlled Machines I (4 SH)
This course is designed to be an introdution to Mastercam vX, featuring numerical control part programming. Emphasis will be based upon programming 2-axis and 3-axis drilling, milling, and tuning CNC machines utilzing the CAD/CAM laboratory.
Prereq: Knowledge of either AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Pro/ENGINEER is suggested.
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: MFG 4361
MFG E480 Topics in Manufacturing Technology (4 SH)
Focuses on special or advanced topic areas that are of particular interest in the manufacturing area.
Prereq: Permission of faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: MFG 4390
MFG E582 Independent Study in Manufacturing Technology (4 SH)
Offers theoretical and experimental work under individual faculty supervision.
Prereq: Permission of faculty advisor
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: MFG 4391
MTH E110 College Algebra (4 SH)
Reviews topics of beginning algebra including the solving and graphing of equations and inequalities, exponents, roots, and complex numbers. Continues with a study of linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational functions, and partial fractions. Introduces basic concepts of algebra, probability and statistics, vector algebra, matrices and determinants, and conic sections. Emphasizes applications of these topics. Requires students to purchase a graphing calculator, the make and model will be specified at the first class meeting.
Prereq: High School Algebra
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: MTH 4107
MTH E121 Pre-Calculus (4 SH)
Studies exponential and logarithmic functions with applications to growth and decay. Continues with a detailed study of trigonometric and circular functions, including functions of angles in degrees and radians, graphing, identities, equations, right triangles, law of sines, law of cosines, areas, and inverse trigonometric functions. Introduces the polar coordinate system including polar equations and graphs, the trigonometric form of complex numbers, and DeMoivre's Theorem. Extends the study of vector algebra including operations, graphing, angle between vectors, and applications. Further investigates conic sections. Requires students to purchase a graphing calculator, the make and model will be specified at the first class meeting.
Prereq: MTH E110
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: MTH 4108
MTH E241 Calculus 1 (4 SH)
Reviews topics of pre-calculus including conics and trigonometry. Defines general function operations, studies limits, derivatives of single variable functions including algebraic and trigonometric functions, general rules of differentiation, derivatives of exponential, logarithmic, and inverse trigonometric functions. Applies differentiation to velocity, acceleration, related rates, physics, Newton's Method, optimization, and curve sketching. Introduces beginning concepts of integration and solution of problems solved by simple differential equations. Examines Riemann Sum and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Stresses applications to areas, volumes, and rectilinear motion. Concludes with integration by 'u' substitution and numerical integration. Requires students to purchase a graphing calculator, the make and model will be specified at the first class meeting.
Prereq: MTH E121
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: MTH 4120
MTH E243 Calculus 2 (4 SH)
Expands concepts of integration to include differentiation and integration of natural logarithmic and exponential functions applied to growth and decay, and integration of inverse trigonometric functions. Studies techniques of integration including parts, partial fractions, substitution, tables, L'Hôpital's rule, and improper integrals. Evaluates areas and volumes. Introduces multivariable calculus with emphasis on functions, graphs, partial derivatives, and double integrals applied to areas and volumes. Includes Ratio Test and Taylor and Maclaurin polynomials. Concludes with solving differential equations including first-order variables separable, first-order linear, and second-order linear homogeneous equations with applications. Requires students to purchase a graphing calculator, the make and model will be specified at the first class meeting.
Prereq: MTH E241
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: MTH 4121 and MTH 4122
MTH E350 Differential Equations (4 SH)
Examines linear differential equations with constant coefficients, homogenous and nonhomogeneous. Explores the variation of parameters and undetermined coefficients and simultaneous differential equations. Stresses the Laplace transform and series solution of differential equations, and the Fourier series. Studies the orthogonal functions and numerical solutions of differential equations. Includes applications of all topics.
Prereq: MTH E243
Semester Offered: Varies
Quarter Equivalent: MTH 4123
PHY E101 College Physics 1 (4 SH)
Introduces students to mechanics, including units of measurement, vectors, accelerated motion, and Newton's laws of motion. Topics include conservation of energy, work, momentum, elements of heat, mechanical waves, and vibrating bodies. Classroom demonstrations included as part of the course. This course is intended for the health professions and science programs and cannot be used for credit toward technology degrees in the Lowell Institute School. Before choosing this sequence, contact the school you wish to apply to for their preference for a physics course sequence.
Prereq: MTH E121
Semester Offered: Summer
Quarter Equivalent: PHY 4101
PHY E102 College Physics 2 (4 SH)
Introduces magnetism, magnetics fields, electromagnetic induction, electrostatics, and electric circuits. Discusses appropriate topics in optics, nuclear, and atomic physics. Classroom demonstrations are included as part of the course. This course is intended for the health professions and science programs and cannot be used for credit toward technology degrees in the Lowell Institute School. Before choosing this sequence, contact the school you wish to apply to for their preference for a physics course sequence.
Prereq: PHY E101
Semester Offered: Summer
Quarter Equivalent: PHY 4102
PHY E141 Physics 1 (4 SH)
Introduces vectors and balanced forces (statics), kinematics, Newton's laws, accelerated motion, projectile motion, work and energy, momentum, basic AC/DC circuits, Kirchhoff's Law, and Ohm's Law. Includes appropriate laboratory experiments. This course is intended for non-engineering technology students and cannot be used for credit toward technology degrees in the Lowell Institute School. Some departments may accept PHY E141 Physics 1 and PHY E143 Physics 2 as their requirements for a year of physics. Before choosing this sequence, contact the school you wish to apply to for their preference for a physics course sequence.
Prereq: MTH E110
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: PHY 4117 and PHY 4196
PHY E142 Laboratory for PHY E141 - Physics 1 (1 SH)
Accompanies PHY E141. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: PHY E141 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
PHY E143 Physics 2 (4 SH)
Covers electric forces and fields, electric potential, direct currents, magnetic forces and fields, and electromagnetic induction. Explores elasticity and periodic motion, wave motion and sound, density and pressure, temperature, and the properties and interference of light. Includes appropriate laboratory experiments.
Prereq: PHY E141 or (EET E201 and MET E201)
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: PHY 4118, PHY 4119, PHY 4197, and PHY 4198
PHY E144 Laboratory for PHY E143 - Physics 2 (1 SH)
Accompanies PHY E143. Covers topics from the course through various projects.
Prereq: PHY E143 or concurrently
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Quarter Equivalent: New Course
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