Introduction to Engineering

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Study of the development of engineering as a profession and its social function. Emphasis on the social and professional responsibility of an engineer. Study of the engineering code of ethics, including the discussion of real cases. Analysis of critical thinking and development of creativity. Application of engineering tools for the solution of problems. Discussion of technology and engineering and of the challenges of the engineering profession for the future. Requires 30 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab.