C Introduction to Engineering

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Term Hours: 54 lecture. This course is an introduction to engineering as a profession and its associated career responsibilities and opportunities. It also presents an overview of functions of an engineer and different related industries, different engineering discipline; illustrates opportunities and challenges in the engineering profession and provides tools for becoming a successful student. Students learn about current trends and issues in engineering career and academic options. This course also explains the engineering education pathways and explores effective strategies for students to reach their full academic potential. Presents an introduction to the methods and tools of engineering problem solving and design including the interface of the engineer with society and engineering ethics. Develops communication skills pertinent to the engineering profession. Representatives from industry and academic institutions present overviews of the engineering field and describe potential job opportunities. Field trips to various companies and engineering facilities provide an insight into different aspects of engineering. This course includes the application of engineering and scientific problem solving methods to introductory mechanics and electricity. It also meets requirements for credit in Engineering. Duplicate credit not granted for ENGT 110 C. Pass/No Pass/Letter Grade Option. (UC/CSU, C-ID:ENGR 110)