Computer Methods in Engineering Problem Solving & Introduction to Design


GSE 2011 Syllabus

Instructor: Prof. Will Schleter (wschleter@utk.edu)

Undergraduate Assistant: Brandi Hawkins (bhawkin7@utk.edu)

Labs: Estabrook 111 and Estabrook 205

EF Office: Rm. 103, Estabrook Hall, 974-9810, Janet Coward, Office Manager

Website: http://ef.engr.utk.edu/gs2012 - you must have consistant and reliable access to the web site for access to schedules, materials, and assignments.

Prerequisite: Admission to Tennessee Governor's School for Engineering - Summer, 2012

Corequisites: None

Credit Hours: Students will receive 1 credit hour for EF 105 and 2 credit hours for EF 153

Textbook: None

Course Description: This custom class will combine and enhance upon the material covered in two standard freshman level engineering fundamentals classes.

Course Descriptions (Catalog):
EF 105 Computer Methods in Engineering Problem Solving (1 hr)
Introduction to computer applications used in engineering problem solving and communications. Introduction to programming concepts including conditional statements and looping; the development and implementation of logic flow diagrams.

EF 153 Introduction to Engineering (2 hr)
Introduction to engineering for entering students with previous credit in calculus-based mechanics physics. Introduction to the engineering profession and disciplines. Introduction to engineering problem solving and design through individual and team projects. Oral and written reports.

Grading:

The course grading is A (>=92), A- (>=89), B+ (>=86), B (>=82), B- (>=79), C+ (>=76), C (>=72), C- (>=69), D+ (>=66), D (>=62), and F (<62).

Schedule: The course schedule is posted on the website and will be updated as the semester progresses.

Course Objectives: Course objectives, how the objectives will be accomplished, and the relationship of this course to your engineering educational process are discussed in detail on the course website.

Disability Statement: Students who have a disability that require accommodation(s) should make an appointment with the Office of Disability Services (974-6087) to discuss their specific needs.