Electrical Engineering (EENG)

MENG1120 | Introduction to Engineering | Lecture (3 Credits)

Explore major topics in Engineering. Provides students with a pathway to success in the program, including time management, industry software, study skills, internship availability and career opportunities.

EENG1110 | Programming for Electrical Engineers | Lecture (3 Credits)

Introduction to programming principles and the C++ programming language for electrical engineers. Discuss universal programming topics relevant across languages. Distinguish the differences between programming languages and for which functions each one is commonly used. The C++ programming language is covered in-depth to provide specific examples for these principles and supply a foundation on which future programming curriculum can build.

EENG1210 | Logic & Digital Design | Lecture (2 Credits)

Introduction to logic gates and state machines. The foundations of number systems and binary logic are implemented using logic gates. Karnaugh maps are used to realize Boolean algebra, leading to combinational logic circuits. State machines such as flip-flops, counters, and registers are analyzed.

Corequisite(s): EENG1220 Laboratory

EENG1230 | Circuit Fundamentals I | Lecture (2 Credits)

Analyze fundamental circuits. Investigate the relationship between voltage, current, power and energy. Identify and predict responses of RC and RL circuits.

EENG2110 | Circuit Fundamentals II | Lecture (2 Credits)

Examine transient and steady state conditions in complex circuits. Investigate power, power factor, and power transfer. Explore frequency using Fourier analysis, Bode plots, passive filters and transfer functions.

Prerequisite(s): EENG1230 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 2.00

Corequisite(s): EENG2120 Laboratory

EENG2120 | Circuit Fundamentals II Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)

Prototype various circuits and determine values using electrical metrology tools and techniques. Compare expected behavior against measured responses.

Prerequisite(s): EENG1230 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 2.00

Corequisite(s): EENG2110 Lecture

EENG2130 | Digital Systems | Lecture (3 Credits)

Examine various systems through abstraction from the basic concepts of digital blocks. Starting with memory and programmable logic devices, progressing to basic microcontroller architecture to understand where systems are implemented.

Prerequisite(s): EENG1210 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 2.00

EENG2210 | Analog Circuits | Lecture (3 Credits)

Analysis of continuous variable systems. Discuss non-linear components such as diodes and transistors. Explore more advanced concepts and components including multi-transistor amplifiers and op-amps.

Prerequisite(s): EENG2110 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 2.00

Corequisite(s): EENG2220 Laboratory

EENG2220 | Analog Circuits Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)

Design and construct circuits, focusing on prototyping and debugging, using common electrical engineering equipment and tools.

Prerequisite(s): EENG2120 Laboratory (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 1.00

Corequisite(s): EENG2210 Lecture

EENG2230 | Semiconductor Fundamentals | Lecture (4 Credits)

Examine the theory and design of semiconductor devices prevalent in electrical engineering systems. Study the fabrication of diodes, transistors, and photovoltaic cells.

EENG3110 | Advanced Analog Circuits | Lecture (3 Credits)

Evaluate various typologies of circuits and determine useful implementations. Practical design considerations include physical constraints, non-ideal characteristics of transistors, active loads, frequency response, and feedback.

Prerequisite(s): EENG2210 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00

Corequisite(s): EENG3120 Laboratory

EENG3120 | Advanced Analog Circuits Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)

Design, model, prototype, and fabricate project(s) in an interactive applied lab.

Prerequisite(s): EENG2220 Laboratory (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 1.00

Corequisite(s): EENG3110 Lecture

EENG3130 | Signals & Systems Theory | Lecture (4 Credits)

Introduction to the foundation of communications, signal processing and control theory. Use mathematical tools such as Fourier, Laplace, and Z transforms.

Prerequisite(s): MATH2820 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00

EENG3140 | Electrodynamics I | Lecture (3 Credits)

In depth discussion of electric and magnetic fields. Explore Maxwell?s equations.

Prerequisite(s): MATH2810 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00

EENG3210 | Advanced Digital Systems | Lecture (4 Credits)

Investigate memory, data busses, and peripheral interfaces. Implement field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), microcontrollers, and embedded programming.

Prerequisite(s): EENG2130 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00

Corequisite(s): EENG3220 Laboratory

EENG3220 | Advanced Digital SystAdv Digital Sys Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)

Implement digital systems using different platforms and different programming languages. Demonstrate the design considerations for systems ranging from basic to complex applications.

Prerequisite(s): EENG2130 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00

Corequisite(s): EENG3210 Lecture

EENG3240 | Mechatronics | Lecture (4 Credits)

Mechatronics engages multiple disciplines in a system. Integrate typical aspects such as electrical drives, sensors, control systems, and communication.

Corequisite(s): EENG3250 Laboratory

EENG3230 | Electrodynamics II | Lecture (3 Credits)

Analyze Maxell?s equations in vacuum and matter. Calculate absorption, dispersion and wave guides. Discuss the impact of relativity on electrodynamics.

Prerequisite(s): EENG3140 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00

EENG3250 | Mechatronics Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)

Interdisciplinary lab. Apply motive forces, implement control systems, and discuss operating environment challenges.

Corequisite(s): EENG3240 Lecture

EENG4110 | Communication Systems I | Lecture (3 Credits)

Apply signal and system theory to analog and digital communication. Distinguish characteristics of contemporary communication standards.

Prerequisite(s): EENG3110 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00 And EENG3130 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00 And EENG3210 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00

Corequisite(s): EENG4120 Laboratory

EENG4120 | Communication Systems I Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)

Implement and evaluate electrical communication systems in an investigative laboratory.

Prerequisite(s): EENG3110 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00 And EENG3130 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00 And EENG3210 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00

Corequisite(s): EENG4110 Lecture

MENG4230 | Engineering Economics | Lecture (2 Credits)

Combines the concepts of finance and economics with the engineering environment. Analyze costs, risk, funding options, economic return on investment, legal and environmental concerns.

EENG4140 | Power System Analysis | Lecture (3 Credits)

Examine how modern power systems are implemented and analyze how power moves through these systems.

Prerequisite(s): EENG3230 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00

EENG4150 | Senior Design Project I | Lecture (2 Credits)

Investigate current real world electrical engineering industries, applications, and challenges. Prepare and present a project proposal to an industry panel. Discuss best practices in project management. Projects will be executed in the following semester.

EENG4210 | Biomedical Topics | Lecture (2 Credits)

Explore electrical engineering topics in the biomedical field. Discuss FDA.

Corequisite(s): EENG4220 Laboratory

EENG4220 | Biomedical Topics Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)

Hands on application of electrical engineering topics in the biomedical field.

Corequisite(s): EENG4210 Lecture

EENG4230 | Communication Systems II | Lecture (3 Credits)

Discuss current challenges, cutting edge and emerging technologies.

Prerequisite(s): EENG4110 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00

EENG4240 | Power System Design | Lecture (3 Credits)

Examine how modern power systems are designed and controlled. Industry modeling and design software are used, and regulatory codes are covered.

Prerequisite(s): EENG4140 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00

EENG4250 | Senior Design Project II | Lecture (4 Credits)

Execute project proposal from Senior Project I. Construct a working prototype. Display of project documentation. Present to a jury of peers, faculty and industry representatives.

Prerequisite(s): EENG4150 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 2.00

MATH1811 | Calculus I | Lecture (4 Credits)

The fundamental tool used by engineers and scientists to determine critical measurements, such as maximums, minimums and allowable rates of change. Utilize multiple methods in the calculation and application of limits, derivatives, transcendental functions, implicit differentiation and related rates.

Corequisite(s): PHYS1800 Lec/Lab, PHYS1810 Lecture

General Education: Mathematics

PHYS1800 | Physics I with Lab | Lec/Lab (4 Credits)

Introduction to mechanics using differential calculus as a foundation. Topics include kinematics and dynamics of linear motion, static equilibrium, the conservation of energy and momentum, mechanics of solids and fluids, and thermodynamics. The laboratory portion incorporates experimentation, instrumentation, and graphical tools to verify calculations in motion, mechanics and thermodynamics.

Prerequisite(s): (MATH1810 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00 Or MATH1811 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00)

Corequisite(s): MATH1810 Lecture, MATH1811 Lecture

General Education: Physical Sciences with Lab

ENGL1010 | English | Lecture (3 Credits)

Analyze the research and essay-writing process for purpose, planning, drafting, and revision. Explore writing patterns and thought development. Incorporate concepts of grammar and usage, documentation, source relevancy and credibility. Focus is on clear, concrete writing.

General Education: Communications

MATH1821 | Calculus II | Lecture (4 Credits)

The fundamental tool used by engineers and scientists to determine critical measurements such as the area under curves, the volumes within complex geometries, and for describing functions as an infinite series. Computer software enables the application of the definite integral, the fundamental theorem of calculus, applications of integration, and numerical methods of integration.

Prerequisite(s): (MATH1810 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00 Or MATH1811 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00)

Corequisite(s): MENG1230 Lecture, PHYS1820 Lec/Lab

General Education: Mathematics

PHYS1820 | Physics II with Lab | Lec/Lab (4 Credits)

An introductory calculus-based course in electromagnetic fields and their applications. Topics include: Coulomb's and Gauss' Law, electric fields and potentials, electrical and magnetic properties of matter, Ampere's and Faraday's laws, elementary DC and AC circuits, Maxwell's equations, and electromagnetic waves.

Prerequisite(s): MATH1821 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00 Or MATH1820 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00 And PHYS1800 Lec/Lab (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00

Corequisite(s): MATH1820 Lecture, MATH1821 Lecture

General Education: Physical Sciences with Lab

MATH2820 | Linear Algebra & Differential Equations | Lecture (4 Credits)

Introduction to Linear Algebra, including vector spaces and linear mappings between such spaces. Explore solution methods for ordinary differential equations, qualitative techniques; includes matrix methods approach to systems of linear equations and series solutions.

Prerequisite(s): MATH1810 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00 And MATH1820 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00

General Education: Mathematics

CHEM2110 | Chemistry with Lab | Lec/Lab (4 Credits)

Develop a basic understanding of the central principles of chemistry that are useful to explain and predict the properties of chemical substances based on their atomic and molecular structure; promotes the development of basic and advanced science process skills.

General Education: Physical Sciences with Lab

MATH2810 | Multi-Variable Calculus | Lecture (4 Credits)

Differentiate and integrate functions of two and three variables. Apply differentiation and integration techniques to physical sciences and engineering. Explore the theorems of Green and Stokes.

Prerequisite(s): MATH1820 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00

General Education: Mathematics

WRIT2010 | Technical Writing | Lecture (3 Credits)

Technical writing applications are studied for format, style, voice, and point of view; considered for purpose, audience, and subject. Critical thinking and developed expertise are employed to analyze, interpret, evaluate, summarize and generate various technical documents, individually and within teams.

General Education: Communications

MATH2260 | Probability & Statistics | Lecture (4 Credits)

Introduction to probability and statistics with applications. Topics include: basic combinatorics, random variables, probability distributions, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and linear regression.

Prerequisite(s): MATH1820 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 3.00 Or MATH1821 Lecture (May be taken concurrently) Min Credits: 4.00

General Education: Mathematics

COMM3000 | Professional Communication | Lecture (2 Credits)

Professional communication in all forms: researching, selecting, synthesizing, and documenting sources; business e-mail and letter writing, as well as public speaking and power point presentation for application in a management setting.

General Education: Upper Communications

HUMN4000 | Ethical Decision-Making | Lecture (2 Credits)

Examine major moral theories of right and wrong, such as utilitarianism, deontology, egoism, virtue ethics, and feminism. Apply these theories in sound, ethical decision-making particularly in one?s professional life. Through case studies, the consequences of a decision in terms of responsibilities to the company and the economy, to the people impacted by the decision, and to the environment at large are weighed. Explore the tension often created by the difference between what is morally right and what the company?s code of ethics states or what the society?s laws require.

General Education: Upper Humanities