Engineering and Computer Science

ECS 1100 Introduction to Engineering and Computer Science (1 semester credit hour) Introduction to engineering and computing careers; overview of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) curricula, connections among ECS fields and to the sciences, and other fields; basic study, problem solving, and other skills needed to succeed as an ECS major. (1-1) Y

ECS 1192 Research, Inquiry, Design Experience (1 semester credit hour) The RIDE projects are faculty led, team explorations for research, inquiry, or design. The projects are intended to be multi-semester so that students can continue working on the projects. These are transdisciplinary and multi-generational projects. Each project will be assessed by the faculty coach. May be repeated for credit (2 semester credit hours maximum). ([0-1]-[0-3]) R

ECS 2192 Research, Inquiry, Design Experience (1 semester credit hour) The RIDE projects are faculty led, team explorations for research, inquiry, or design. The projects are intended to be multi-semester so that students can continue working on the projects. These are transdisciplinary and multi-generational projects. Each project will be assessed by the faculty coach. May be repeated for credit (4 semester credit hours maximum). ([0-1]-[0-3]) R

ECS 2361 Social Issues and Ethics in Science and Technology (3 semester credit hours) This course exposes students to major theoretical approaches and professional codes of ethics and how they may be applied to explore a range of important social issues in the information age. Issues of professional ethics, computer crime and privacy, intellectual property, the balance between the acceptability of risk and constraints such as cost, scheduling, safety and quality, the role of globalization and various important constitutional issues are explored by drawing upon case studies. Prerequisite: Completion of an 030 core course. (3-0) Y

ECS 2390 Professional and Technical Communication (3 semester credit hours) Expands students' professional and team communication skills and strategies in technical contexts. Integrates writing, speaking and group communication by developing and presenting technical information to different audiences. Written assignments focus on creating professional technical documents, such as proposals, memos, abstracts, reports and letters. Presentation assignments emphasize planning, preparing and delivering dynamic, informative and persuasive presentations. Attendance at first class mandatory. Prerequisites: RHET 1302 (3-0) S

ECS 3292 Research, Inquiry, Design Experience (2 semester credit hours) The RIDE projects are faculty-led, team explorations for research, inquiry, or design. The projects are intended to be multi-semester so that students can continue working on the projects. These are transdisciplinary and multi-generational projects. Each project will be assessed by the faculty coach. May be repeated for credit (6 semester credit hours maximum). Prerequisite: ECS 1192 or ECS 2192. ([0-2]-[0-5]) R

ECS 3301 Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (3 semester credit hours) Introduction to the underlying principles and applications of the emerging field of nanotechnology and nanoscience. Intended for a multidisciplinary audience with a variety of backgrounds. Introduces tools and principles relevant at the nanoscale dimension. Discusses current and future nanotechnology applications in engineering, materials, physics, chemistry, biology, electronics, and energy. Prerequisites: CHEM 1311 and (MATH 2415 or MATH 2419 or equivalent) and (PHYS 2326 or PHYS 2422) or instructor consent required. (Same as MSEN 3301) (3-0) Y

ECS 3310 Introduction to Materials Science (3 semester credit hours) This course provides an intensive overview of materials science and engineering focusing on how structure/property/processing relationships are developed and used for different types of materials. The course illustrates roles of materials in modern technology by case studies of advances in new materials and process. Topics include atomic structure, crystalline solids, defects, failure mechanisms, phase diagrams and transformations, metal alloys, ceramics, polymers as well as their mechanical, thermal, electrical, magnetic and optical properties. Credit cannot be received for both MECH 3360 and (ECS 3310 or MSEN 3310). Prerequisites: CHEM 1311 and (MATH 2415 or MATH 2419 or equivalent) and (PHYS 2326 or PHYS 2422) or instructor consent required. (Same as MSEN 3310) (3-0) Y

ECS 4392 Research, Inquiry, Design Experience (3 semester credit hours) The RIDE projects are faculty led, team explorations for research, inquiry, or design. The projects are intended to be multi-semester so that students can continue working on the projects. These are transdisciplinary and multi-generational projects. Each project will be assessed by the faculty coach. May be repeated for credit (6 semester credit hours maximum). Prerequisite: At least 3 semester credits of ECS 1192 or 2192 or 3292. ([0-3]-[0-9]) R