Introduction To Engineering Design

Catalog description

Cat. I This project based course introduces students to the engineering design process including; identifying the need, benchmarking, writing design specifications, evaluating alternative designs and selecting a final design. Student groups will construct and evaluate a working prototype of their design. Additional topics include; creativity, product liability, reverse engineering, patents, and codes of ethics for engineers. Extensive written reports and oral presentations are required. Recommended background: computer-aided design (ES 1310), mechanics (ES 2501, ES 2502), and manufacturing (ME 1800).