Palo Alto College Schedule/Catalog 2013-2014 [Archived Catalog]
Programs and Courses - Engineering
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Engineering
Associate of Science
ENGR 1201 - Introduction to Engineering
Prerequisites: MATH 1314 or MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to enhance the academic success of students majoring in Engineering or the sciences, and is open to all students. It provides an introduction to contemporary issues and applications relevant to the various engineering fields and professional careers as well as to the engineering problem solving approach. Topics of emphasis include technical communication, team-based engineering design, licensure, ethics, and computer applications. One hour of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.
Semester Hours: (2-1-3)
CIP: 14.0101.51 10
ENGR 1304 - Engineering Graphics I
Prerequisites: MATH 1314 or MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better.
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0300
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0302
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): MATH 0302
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014) MATH 0310
This course introduces use of computer aided drafting and design software and sketching for graphical communication of technical information in the context of the engineering design process. Topics include fundamentals of technical communication, conventions of engineering graphics, graphical presentation of data, spatial relationships, multi-view projection, dimensioning, sectioning, and assemblies. Computer aided design, in two and three dimensions, is emphasized and a final design project is required.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 15.1301.51 11
ENGR 1305 - Engineering Graphics II
Prerequisites: ENGR 1304 with a grade of “C” or better or department approval.
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0300
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0302
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): MATH 0302
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014) MATH 0310
This course addresses the graphical symbols used in various engineering disciplines which describe and document processes, procedures, operations, facilities, construction, and installation details. Computer graphics applications are used extensively to generate computer charts and graphs and perform analysis and design in two and three dimensions. The solution of engineering problems using numerical methods with a high level programming language is also covered in this course.
Semester Hours: (3-2-4)
CIP: 15.1301.51 11
ENGR 1407 - Plane Surveying
Cross-Listed With: SRVY 1413
Prerequisites: MATH 2412 or MATH 1316 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0301
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0303
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
This course emphasizes the development of skills necessary to recognize and solve problems in surveying using principles of measurement and error analysis; introduction and use of various precision instruments used for surveying (including level, theodolites, electronic distance measuring equipment, and total stations for collecting field data); control of survey data; introduction of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and their use in surveying; and use of graphic design software in surveying problems.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.1102.51 11
ENGR 2105 - Electrical Circuits I Laboratory
Corequisites: ENGR 2305 - Electrical Circuits I
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013):
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013):
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013):
Math Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014) MATH 0320
Laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in ENGR 2305 involving DC and AC circuit theory, network theorems, time and frequency domain circuit analysis. Introduction to principles and operation of basic laboratory equipment; laboratory report preparation.
Semester Hours: (1-0-3)
CIP: 14.1001.55 10
ENGR 2107 - Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis Laboratory
Prerequisites: PHYS 2426 with a grade of C or better.
Corequisites: ENGR 2307
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0301
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0303
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
Basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in ENGR 2307 involving electrical and electronic components and circuits, including circuit analysis, network principles, motors, and steady?state and transient responses, and preparation of laboratory reports.
Semester Hours: (1-0-3)
CIP: 14.1001.53 10
ENGR 2301 - Mechanics I: Statics
Prerequisites: PHYS 2425 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
Basic theory of engineering mechanics, using calculus, involving the description of forces, moments, and couples acting on stationary engineering structures; engineering applications of equilibrium in two and three dimensions of particles and rigid bodies, free-body diagrams, friction, internal forces, centroids, centers of gravity, and moments of inertia.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 14.1101.52 10
ENGR 2302 - Mechanics II: Dynamics
Prerequisites: MATH 2414 and ENGR 2301 with a grade of C or better.
Basic theory of engineering mechanics, using calculus, involving the motion of particles, rigid bodies, and systems of particles; Newton’s Laws; work and energy relationships; principles of impulse and momentum; application of kinetics and kinematics to the solution of engineering problems.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 14.1101.53 10
ENGR 2303 - Engineering Mechanics - Statics and Dynamics
Prerequisites: PHYS 2425 with a grade of “C” or better.
Combined single-semester study of statics and dynamics. Calculus-based study of statics and dynamics of rigid bodies; vectors, forces, moments, centroids and moments of inertia, force-mass-acceleration, work-energy, and impulse-momentum computation; kinematics and kinetics of particles.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 14.1101.54 10
ENGR 2304 - Computer Programming for Engineering Applications
Prerequisites: MATH 2413 with a grade of “C” or better or department approval.
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0301
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0303
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
Programming methods used to obtain solutions to basic engineering problems are presented in a contemporary computer language such as C++. Algorithms, data presentation, and program structures are developed and practiced.
Semester Hours: (3-2-3)
CIP: 11.0201.52 07
ENGR 2305 - Electrical Circuits I
Prerequisites: MATH 2320 and PHYS 2425 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0301
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0303
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
Principles of electrical circuits and systems. Basic circuit elements (resistance, inductance, mutual inductance, capacitance, independent and dependent controlled voltage, and current sources). Topology of electrical networks; Kirchhoff ‘s laws; node and mesh analysis; DC circuit analysis; operational amplifiers; transient and sinusoidal steady-state analysis; AC circuit analysis; first- and second-order circuits; Laplace transforms; Bode plots; and use of computer simulation software to solve circuit problems.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 14.1001.51 10
ENGR 2307 - Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis
Prerequisites: PHYS 2426 with a grade of C or better.
Corequisites: ENGR 2107
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0301
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0303
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
Basic concepts of electrical engineering using calculus; the fundamentals of electrical and electronic components and circuits, circuit analysis, network principles, motors, and steady-state and transient responses; application of Laplace transforms; and use of computational software to solve network problems; application of the principles to the solution of electrical engineering problems; relationship between basic principles and advanced applications.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 14.1001.52 10
ENGR 2332 - Mechanics of Materials
Prerequisites: ENGR 2301 and MATH 2414 with a grade of “C” or better or department approval.
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0301
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0303
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
This course presents the analysis of internal forces and deformations in solid materials under load and emphasizes the application of fundamental principles of engineering mechanics. Topics include properties of materials and response to stress and strain in elastic and plastic solids.
Semester Hours: (3-3-0)
CIP: 14.1101.51 10
ENGR 2402 - Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics
Prerequisites: ENGR 2301 and MATH 2414
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0301
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0303
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
Basic theory of engineering mechanics, using calculus, involving the motion of particles, rigid bodies, and systems of particles; Newton’s Laws; work and energy relationships; principles of impulse and momentum; application of kinetics and kinematics to the solution of engineering problems.
Semester Hours: (4-4-0)
CIP: 14.1101.53 10
ENGR 2403 - Engineering Mechanics - Statics and Dynamics
Prerequisites: PHYS 2425 and MATH 2414 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
This course presents the calculus-based theory and applications of engineering mechanics to the analysis of structures in static equilibrium and the relative motions of particles and rigid bodies. Free-body diagrams, systems of forces, Newton’s Laws, work-energy relations, and impulse-momentum principles are utilized in conjunction with vector algebra to treat concentrated and distributed loads, centroids, moments of inertia, and laws of dry friction. Engineering applications such as trusses, frames, and machines are also addressed.
Semester Hours: (4-4-0)
CIP: 14.1101.54 10
ENGR 2407 - Fundamentals of Circuit Analysis (Lecture + Lab)
Prerequisites: PHYS 2426 with a grade of C or better
Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): ENGL 0301
Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite (Fall 2013): READ 0303
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite (Spring 2014): INRW 0420
Basic concepts of electrical engineering using calculus; the fundamentals of electrical and electronic components and circuits, circuit analysis, network principles, motors, and steady-state and transient responses; application of Laplace transforms; and use of computational software to solve network problems; application of the principles to the solution of electrical engineering problems; relationship between basic principles and advanced applications.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 14.1001.54 10
ENGT 1401 - Circuits I for Engineering Technology
Prerequisites: MATH 1314 or equivalent
Principles of direct current electricity and their application to series, parallel, series-parallel circuitry including Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Laws, batteries, resistance, capacitance, inductance, magnetism, and electro-magnetism. Topics include Node-voltage and Mesh-current analysis; Thevenins, Nortons, maximum power transfer, source transformation, and Superposition theorems applied to electrical circuits. Electrical test and measurements instruments and their implementation will be covered. Use of computer software PSPICE and MATLAB for circuit analysis will be introduced.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0303.51 11
ENGT 1402 - Circuits II for Engineering Technology
Prerequisites: ENGT 1401 , MATH 2412 or MATH 1314 or equivalent
Principles of alternating current circuits and their application to series, parallel, series-parallel circuitry including Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Laws, batteries, resistance, capacitance, inductance, and magnetism. Topics include Node-voltage and Mesh-current analysis; Thevenins, Nortons, maximum power transfer, source transformation, and Superposition theorems applied to electrical circuits. Electrical test and measurements instruments and their implementation will be covered. Use of computer software PSPICE and MATLAB for circuit analysis will be introduced.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0303.52 11
ENGT 1407 - Digital Fundamentals
Analysis, design and simulation of basic digital circuits and their application including basic gates, arithmetic circuits, counters, data-handling circuits, and memory devices. Topics include combinational and sequential logic circuits, Boolean algebra, and circuit reduction techniques. Programmable logic devices, integrated circuits and standard test equipment will be used in the design, analysis, and test of digital circuits and systems.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0303.53 11
ENGT 1409 - AC/DC Circuits for Engineering Technology
Principles of direct current electricity and their application to series, parallel, series-parallel circuitry including Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Laws, batteries, resistance, capacitance, inductance, magnetism, and networks. Topics in circuit analysis techniques include Node-voltage and Mesh-current analysis as well as transformers, circuit resonance, and phasors will be discussed. Electrical test and measurements instruments will be covered. Use of computer software PSPICE and MATLAB for circuit analysis will be introduced.
Semester Hours: (4-3-3)
CIP: 15.0303.54 11
ENGT 2304 - Materials and Methods for Engineering Technology
Topics include the study of properties of building materials, methods and equipment used in the completion of construction projects. Building specifications, selection of materials, cost
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 15.0805.52 11
ENGT 2307 - Engineering Materials for Engineering Technology
A study of structure and property relationships of materials, including metals, ceramics, and polymers. Topics include behavior of material with emphasis on the manufacturing process and non-destruct testing principles. Selection of metals and principles of hardening and machining will be discussed.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 15.0805.51 11
ENGT 2310 - Introduction to Manufacturing Processes
The course will concentrate on manufacturing processes for metallic materials. Machines and technologies used for casting, forming, fabricating, welding, heat treating, process control, injection molding will be described and discussed.
Semester Hours: (3-3-1)
CIP: 15.0612.51 11
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