An introduction to computer graphics hardware and software with emphasis on hands-on experience using one or more CAD systems. (1-4-3)

The fundamentals of writing technical reports, and research papers; illustrating technical data; making oral presentation; and participating in group communications.

A study of applied engineering mechanics of rigid bodies in equilibrium. Analysis of forces, reactions, and moments in various force systems for both two and three dimensional systems. Determination of centroids of composite area and the moment of inertia.

Application of mathematics in the practice of engineering. The course consists of selected topics in matrix algebra, vectors, calculus, and statistics with emphasis on their application in engineering technology disciplines.

A study of statistics, probability, control charts for variables and attributes, and acceptance sampling plans.

The study of kinematics, the motion and movement of a body in terms of displacement, velocity acceleration and time; and kinetics, the relations between motion of a body and the forces that caused the motion. Topics include rectilinear motion as well as curvilinear motion.

A comprehensive study of the concept of the stress-strain relationship and how this relates to the design of structural members. Emphasis will be on the stress distribution due to axial tension and compression, and thermal, torsion, and transverse loading and their combinations. Course content will also include pure bending; transformations of stress; shear and bending moment diagrams; slope and deflection of beams by integration; and Euler’s formula for columns.

A study of the fundamental concept and analytical tools of engineering economy. The elements of engineering decision-making process, compound interest and equivalence are examined. This course also covers present worth, uniform annual cost, rate of return and depreciation method as well as income taxes to help make the correct engineering business decision.