Electrical Engineering (EENG), Bachelor of Science
At Dunwoody College of Technology, the Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree prepares students to enter the field of engineering as electrical engineers and work to solve many of the problems facing our society. Graduates can find employment in a variety of industries, including energy, construction, medical, telecommunications, transportation, and computing.
Students learn to apply engineering principles, to work collaboratively, and to create electrical or electronic systems. Coursework includes study in electronics, mechatronics, signals and system theory, power systems, and digital systems. Curriculum is project-integrated so that theoretical engineering principles are reinforced and experienced through hands-on creation and problem-solving.
Arts & Sciences courses help students understand the core mathematical and scientific principles that all engineering projects grow out of, as well as provide students with the communication and critical thinking skills required to succeed in the profession.
All students complete a senior project.
Length of Program: 4 years (8 semesters)
Classes Offered: Day
Available Starts: Fall Semester
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
- An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
- An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
- An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
- An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Requirements | ||
| CHEM2110 | Chemistry with Lab | 4 |
| COMM3000 | Professional Communication | 2 |
| ECON1000 | Introduction to Micro & Macro Economics | 3 |
| MATH1811 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH1821 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH2260 | Probability & Statistics | 4 |
| MATH2810 | Multi-Variable Calculus | 4 |
| MATH2820 | Linear Algebra & Differential Equations | 4 |
| PHYS1800 | Physics I with Lab | 4 |
| PHYS1820 | Physics II with Lab | 4 |
| WRIT2010 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| Humanities | 4 | |
| Social Sciences | 3 | |
| Technical Requirements | ||
| EENG1210 | Logic & Digital Design | 2 |
| EENG1220 | Logic & Digital Design Lab | 1 |
| EENG1231 | Circuit Fundamentals I | 3 |
| EENG2110 | Circuit Fundamentals II | 2 |
| EENG2120 | Circuit Fundamentals II Lab | 1 |
| EENG2132 | Digital Systems | 3 |
| EENG2210 | Analog Circuits | 3 |
| EENG2220 | Analog Circuits Lab | 1 |
| EENG3110 | Advanced Analog Circuits | 3 |
| EENG3120 | Advanced Analog Circuits Lab | 1 |
| EENG3131 | Signals & Systems | 3 |
| EENG3150 | Topics in Applied lnstrumentation | 3 |
| EENG3160 | Codes, Tools, Skills for Elec Engr | 4 |
| EENG3140 | Electrodynamics & Electromagnetics | 3 |
| EENG3211 | Advanced Digital & Microprocessors | 3 |
| EENG3220 | Advanced Digital & Microprocessors Lab | 1 |
| EENG3260 | Motors & Controls | 4 |
| EENG4110 | Communication Systems | 3 |
| EENG4120 | Communication Systems Lab | 1 |
| EENG4141 | Power System Analysis & Design | 4 |
| EENG4150 | Senior Design Project I | 2 |
| EENG4231 | DSP & Filters | 3 |
| EENG4250 | Senior Design Project II | 4 |
| ENGR1110 | Introduction to Engineering | 3 |
| ENGR1210 | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| ENGR1220 | Intro to Automation, Mfg, Elec Dev & Sys | 3 |
| ENGR1230 | Networking, Data Security for Engr | 4 |
| ENGR2100 | Design Documentation | 2 |
| ENGR2210 | Mechatronics with Lab | 2 |
| ENGR3120 | Engineering Economics | 2 |
| ENGR4110 | Engineering Ethics & Safety | 2 |
| Total Credits | 126 | |
The following sample academic plan demonstrates how a student's schedule might look on a semester-by-semester basis, including elective courses. Your actual degree plan may differ from this sequence, depending on whether you start in the fall or spring semester, what transfer credits you may have (if any), and which Arts & Sciences courses and electives you take and when you take them.
The sample academic plan is for informational purposes only. To determine your academic plan, please meet with an academic advisor.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| ENGR1110 | Introduction to Engineering | 3 |
| EENG1231 | Circuit Fundamentals I | 3 |
| MATH1811 | Calculus I | 4 |
| WRIT2010 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| CHEM2110 | Chemistry with Lab | 4 |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| ENGR1220 | Intro to Automation, Mfg, Elec Dev & Sys | 3 |
| EENG1210 | Logic & Digital Design | 2 |
| EENG1220 | Logic & Digital Design Lab | 1 |
| EENG2110 | Circuit Fundamentals II | 2 |
| EENG2120 | Circuit Fundamentals II Lab | 1 |
| MATH1811 | Calculus I | 4 |
| PHYS1800 | Physics I with Lab | 4 |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
| Second Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| ENGR1210 | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| EENG2210 | Analog Circuits | 3 |
| EENG2220 | Analog Circuits Lab | 1 |
| ENGR2100 | Design Documentation | 2 |
| MATH1821 | Calculus II | 4 |
| PHYS1820 | Physics II with Lab | 4 |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
| Second Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| ENGR2210 | Mechatronics with Lab | 2 |
| EENG2132 | Digital Systems | 3 |
| EENG3110 | Advanced Analog Circuits | 3 |
| EENG3120 | Advanced Analog Circuits Lab | 1 |
| MATH2820 | Linear Algebra & Differential Equations | 4 |
| COMM3000 | Professional Communication | 2 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
| Third Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| ENGR3120 | Engineering Economics | 2 |
| EENG3131 | Signals & Systems | 3 |
| EENG3150 | Topics in Applied lnstrumentation | 3 |
| EENG3160 | Codes, Tools, Skills for Elec Engr | 4 |
| MATH2810 | Multi-Variable Calculus | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| EENG3140 | Electrodynamics & Electromagnetics | 3 |
| EENG3211 | Advanced Digital & Microprocessors | 3 |
| EENG3220 | Advanced Digital & Microprocessors Lab | 1 |
| EENG3260 | Motors & Controls | 4 |
| MATH2260 | Probability & Statistics | 4 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| EENG4110 | Communication Systems | 3 |
| EENG4120 | Communication Systems Lab | 1 |
| EENG4141 | Power System Analysis & Design | 4 |
| EENG4150 | Senior Design Project I | 2 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| Humanities Elective | 2 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| ENGR1230 | Networking, Data Security for Engr | 4 |
| ENGR4110 | Engineering Ethics & Safety | 2 |
| EENG4231 | DSP & Filters | 3 |
| EENG4250 | Senior Design Project II | 4 |
| Humanities Elective | 2 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Descriptions
ENGR1110 | Introduction to Engineering | Lecture (3 Credits)
Explore major topics in Engineering. Provides a pathway to success in the School of Engineering programs, including time management, industry software, study skills, teamwork skills, internship availability and career opportunities.
ENGR1210 | Introduction to Programming | Lec/Lab (3 Credits)
Examine and implement computational problem-solving strategies using computer languages to solve engineering problems. Develop algorithms and translate solutions into computer programs. Distinguish differences in programming languages and software tools with applicability to different types of problem solutions. Apply modular design and clear documentation for efficient problem solving.
ENGR1220 | Intro to Automation, Mfg, Elec Dev & Sys | Lec/Lab (3 Credits)
Apply PLCs and electronic components to design and troubleshoot automated industrial equipment. Topics include AC and DC motors, programming, sensors and basic circuit analysis techniques for design, analysis, and programming of control systems.
ENGR1230 | Networking, Data Security for Engr | Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
Explore data communications, cybersecurity, and Internet of Things (IoT) in a connected world. Explain computer networking concepts with data security in mind. Identify security concepts and security audit processes as well as career opportunities in connectivity/networking/security disciplines.
ENGR2100 | Design Documentation | Laboratory (2 Credits)
Apply documentation standards to support Electrical Engineering design in automation, construction, and printed wireboard fabrication.
ENGR2210 | Mechatronics with Lab | Lec/Lab (2 Credits)
Analyze electrical and mechanical systems such as drives, sensors, control systems, data presentation, and communication in the context of mechatronics. Different motive forces are utilized, control systems implemented, and operating environment challenges presented. Course content is applied to real-world projects.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS1820
ENGR3120 | Engineering Economics | Lecture (2 Credits)
Economic analysis of engineering decisions under uncertainty. Concepts include time value of money, cash flow estimation, rate of return analysis, net present value estimation, and asset evaluation. Applications include comparing different project alternatives accounting for heterogeneity in cost, revenue, taxation, depreciation, inflation, and risk.
ENGR4110 | Engineering Ethics & Safety | Lecture (2 Credits)
Interpret the connection between personal morality, the role of engineers and engineering in society, and relationship to one's employer. Case studies involving conflicts within these roles are reviewed and evaluated. Interpret safety and accident information to develop a basic understanding of needed safety protocols in a variety of engineering environments.
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
EENG1220 | Logic & Digital Design Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)
Build logic circuits and state machines in a laboratory environment from scratch using components such as IC chips and breadboards. Measure inputs and outputs using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Explore potential uses and implementations for real world solutions. Model design with Hardware Description Language coding.
Corequisite(s): EENG1210
EENG1231 | Circuit Fundamentals I | Lec/Lab (3 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): EENG1231
Corequisite(s): EENG2120
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): EENG1231
Corequisite(s): EENG2110
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
Corequisite(s): EENG2220
EENG2132 | Digital Systems | Lec/Lab (3 Credits)
Examine various systems through abstraction from the basic concepts of digital blocks. Use hardware description languages such as Verilog to design the digital systems. Work with memory and programmable logic devices and FPGAs to design and program reconfigurable systems.
Prerequisite(s): EENG1210
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
Corequisite(s): EENG2210
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
Corequisite(s): EENG3120
EENG3120 | Advanced Analog Circuits Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)
Design, model, prototype, and fabricate project(s) in an interactive applied lab.
Prerequisite(s): EENG2220
Corequisite(s): EENG3110
EENG3131 | Signals & Systems | Lecture (3 Credits)
Introduction to the foundation of communications, signal processing and control theory. Analyze linear time invariant continuous and discrete systems and signal transformations, convolution, frequency spectra, Laplace transforms, Z transforms, and fast Fourier transforms.
Prerequisite(s): MATH2820
EENG3140 | Electrodynamics & Electromagnetics | Lecture (3 Credits)
In depth discussion of electric and magnetic fields. Explore Maxwell’s equations.
Prerequisite(s): MATH2810
EENG3150 | Topics in Applied lnstrumentation | Lec/Lab (3 Credits)
Introduction to various types of instrumentation and control schemas. Topics include pressure, temperature, level and flow detection and calculations. Lab activities include calibration, tuning and installation of various analog and smart equipment used in industry.
Prerequisite(s): EENG3110
Corequisite(s): MATH2810
EENG3160 | Codes, Tools, Skills for Elec Engr | Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
Implement industry standard design documentation and software tools for manufacturing and construction electrical and electronic systems. Topics include printed wireboard, logic, wiring harnesses, automation, NFPA, and National Electrical Safety Code.
Prerequisite(s): EENG3110
Corequisite(s): MATH2810
EENG3211 | Advanced Digital & Microprocessors | Lecture (3 Credits)
Investigate microprocessor and microcontroller operations. Explain registers, memory and I/O interfacing principles. Describe embedded systems and their applications in real world systems. Utilize microprocessor/microcontroller for embedded system Hardware/Software development.
Prerequisite(s): EENG2132
Corequisite(s): EENG3220
EENG3220 | Advanced Digital & Microprocessors Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)
Implement embedded systems using different hardware platforms and different programming languages. Demonstrate the design considerations for systems ranging from basic to complex applications.
Prerequisite(s): EENG2132
Corequisite(s): EENG3211
EENG3260 | Motors & Controls | Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
Examine the fundamentals of electrical motor control components, circuits and systems. Topics include electrical control symbols, power distribution, control transformers, solenoids and relays, motor starters, pilot devices, timers and sequencers, DC and AC motor principles, proximity sensors and troubleshooting.
Prerequisite(s): EENG3110
Corequisite(s): MATH2810
EENG4110 | Communication Systems | Lecture (3 Credits)
Apply signal and system theory to analog and digital communication. Distinguish characteristics of contemporary communication standards.
Prerequisite(s): EENG3110, EENG3131, And EENG3211
Corequisite(s): EENG4120
EENG4120 | Communication Systems Lab | Laboratory (1 Credit)
Implement and evaluate electrical communication systems in an investigative laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): EENG3110, EENG3131, And EENG3211
Corequisite(s): EENG4110
EENG4141 | Power System Analysis & Design | Lec/Lab (4 Credits)
Examine how modern power systems are designed, implemented and controlled. Explain the power system in terms of reliability, safety and maintainability. Modeling and simulation are used in the analysis and conceptual design and study of regulatory codes related to power systems.
Prerequisite(s): EENG3260
EENG4150 | Senior Design Project I | Capstone (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.
EENG4231 | DSP & Filters | Lecture (3 Credits)
Analyze Discrete-time signals and systems. Design and implement Digital Filters. Compute Signal Spectrum using FFT algorithms. Implement DSP solutions using industry standard solutions and design tools offered by companies such as Texas Instruments, and ON Semiconductor. Contrast DSP and Microprocessor solutions in meeting performance standards.
Prerequisite(s): EENG4110
EENG4250 | Senior Design Project II | Capstone (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.
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
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
ECON1000 | Introduction to Micro & Macro Economics | Lecture (3 Credits)
Fundamental economic issues and theories are explored through discussion and research. Current events, policy perspectives, and case studies are used to process and apply economics to everyday life.
General Education: Social Sciences
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.
General Education: Mathematics
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): MATH1811
General Education: Mathematics
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): MATH1821 Or MATH1820
General Education: Mathematics
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 Or MATH1821
General Education: Mathematics
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 Or MATH1821
Corequisite(s): EENG3150, EENG3160, EENG3260
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 Or MATH1811
General Education: Physical Sciences with Lab
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, MATH1820, Or PHYS1800
General Education: Physical Sciences with Lab
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