ENGS 451 - Introduction to Engineering Design

Engineers create products, systems, and processes to solve problems and meet social needs. This course introduces students to the art and science of engineering design. Methods and characteristics of the design process appropriate to product design, to system design, or to process design are studied. Exercises are carried out focusing on ethics in the workplace. Students learn oral and written communication skills needed in engineering design and carry out individual product, system, or process design projects focusing on the development of creativity, independent thinking, and the ability to overcome unexpected problems.

Credits: 3
Terms Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: Varies by section