ENGR 200 - Introduction to Engineering and Design

Units: 3 ; Breadth Area: Second Composition
Engineering history, disciplines and professions, current global issues in engineering. Engineering design process, visualization, and graphics. Introduction to CAD, and computer tools such as spreadsheet, mathematics software, and presentation software. Teamwork skills, technical communication, engineering ethics, and critical thinking. Discussion Units: 2; Lab Units: 1.

Breadth Area(s) Satisfied: Second Composition
Prerequisites: Completion of GE area A2.
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Ability to use CAD, spreadsheet, database, and mathematics software to solve simple engineering problems
Knowledge of global engineering issues including ethical, environmental, sustainability and energy use implications of engineering designs
Ability to convey engineering ideas in oral and written formats
Ability to understand logic and inductive and deductive processes, distinguish between claims, and analyze, criticize, and advocate ideas.

Second English Composition Learning Outcomes

Write for at least two different audiences (e.g. academic, general, and/or professional).
Engage in writing for specific purposes (e.g. critical thinking, analytical writing, informal writing, and/or research).
Apply critical thinking and logical reasoning in the development and organization of ideas in written texts.
Consider multiple perspectives using primary and/or secondary sources, and when appropriate, incorporate key disciplinary concepts when presenting ideas in writing.
Revise writing with critical feedback provided by the instructor at important junctures throughout the semester in order to improve development, clarity, coherence, and correctness.