ENGINEERING

School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

ENGINEERING (ENGR)

ENGR-14 C++ PROGRAMMING (ALSO: CPSC-14)

3 units: 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: COMP 122)
Prerequisite: MATH-C, MATH-61, or MATH-62.
Advisory: CPSC-01; ENGL-01A.

This is the entry-level comprehensive concepts course for computer science majors, and recommended for science and math majors. Algorithm design, logic diagrams, problem-solving, coding, and debugging are emphasized using a structured language such as C++. (2/18)

ENGR-15 ELEMENTARY MECHANICS (STATICS)

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: ENGR 130)
Prerequisite: PHYS-04A.
One-way corequisite: MATH-04C.
Advisory: ENGL-01A.

A first course in engineering mechanics: properties of forces, moments, couples and resultants; two- and three-dimensional force systems acting on engineering structures in equilibrium; analysis of trusses, and beams; distributed forces, shear and bending moment diagrams, center of gravity, centroids, friction, and area and mass moments of inertia. (10/19)

ENGR-18 ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS ANALYSIS

4 units: 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: ENGR 260, 260 L)
Prerequisite: PHYS-04B.
One-way corequisite: MATH-06.
Advisory: ENGL-01A.

This course covers basic circuit analysis emphasizing resistive circuits, natural and forced response of inductive and capacitive circuits, phasor analysis, and semiconductor elements. Lab involves construction and measurement of circuits using power supplies, breadboards, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and function generators. (11/15)

ENGR-20 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING CONCEPTS AND METHODOLOGIES FOR ENGINEERS (ALSO: CPSC-20)

4 units: 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: ENGR 120)
Prerequisite: MATH-02.
Advisory: CPSC01.

Introduces the basics of software development and programming using a high level language. Students discover the interface of software with the physical world through working with hardware components. This class includes hands-on, project based learning. (05/22)

ENGR-21 PROGRAMMING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING IN MATLAB (ALSO: CPSC-21)

3 units: 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: ENGR 220)
Prerequisite: MATH-04A.

This course utilizes the MATLAB environment to provide students with a working knowledge of computer-based problem-solving methods relevant to science and engineering. It introduces the fundamentals of procedural and object-oriented programming, numerical analysis, and data structures. Examples and assignments in the course are drawn from practical applications in engineering, physics, and mathematics. (05/22)

ENGR-30 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING

2 units: 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
Advisories: MATH-C, MATH-60, or MATH-61; ENGL-01A.

The course explores the branches of engineering, the functions of an engineer, and the industries in which engineers work. 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. (4/19)

ENGR-35 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS

3 units: 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: ENGR-150)
Prerequisites: MATH-25.

This course covers the principles of engineering drawings in visually communicating engineering designs and an introduction to computer-aided design (CAD). Topics include the development of visualization skills; orthographic projections; mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing practices; and the engineering design process. Assignments develop sketching and 2-D and 3-D CAD skills. The use of CAD software is an integral part of the course. (12/19)

ENGR-45 ENGINEERING MATERIALS

4 units: 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: ENGR 140, 140 L)
Prerequisites: CHEM-04A; MATH-04A; PHYS-04A.
Advisory: ENGL-01A.

This course is an introduction to the atomic and microscopic structure of modern engineering materials. The effect of structure and manufacturing processes on the mechanical, electrical, and other physical properties of materials are studied. Metals, alloys, ceramics, polymers, and composites are explored. (5/13)