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Math 161 - Technical Calculus I
3 credits
Technical Calculus I course topics include derivatives and antiderivatives with an emphasis on applications to various scientific and technical fields, especially electrical and mechanical engineering. The course includes a scientific computation component in which students will apply mathematical techniques to engineering models using software packages such as Matlab and Maple.
Prerequisites: Mathematics 108 or 104 and 106 with grades of C or better or 4 years of college preparatory mathematics and a satisfactory score on a placement examination.
Math 162 - Technical Calculus II
3 credits
Technical Calculus II course topics include definite integration and series using several techniques with an emphasis on applications to various scientific and technical fields, especially electrical and mechanical engineering. The course includes a scientific computation component in which students will apply mathematical techniques to engineering models using software packages such as Matlab and Maple.
Prerequisites: Mathematics 161 with a grade of C or better.
Math 171 - Calculus I
5 credits
Calculus I is based on the study of real valued functions of a single variable. The course topics includes limits and continuity, derivatives, antiderivatives, definite integrals and Riemann sums. Applications of differentiation and integration are also covered.
Prerequisites: MATH 108 Pre-Calculus or MATH 104 College Algebra and MATH 106 Trigonometry with grade(s) of C or better or four years of college preparatory mathematics and a satisfactory score on a placement examination.
Math 172 - Calculus II
5 credits
Techniques of integration, improper integrals, elementary differential equations and mathematical modeling, sequences and series, Taylor series, and parametric equations.
Prerequisite: Math 171 Calculus I with a grade of C or better
Math 201 or 301 - Statistics
3 credits
MATH 201: An introduction to applied statistics using a statistical computing package such as MINITAB. Topics include: Descriptive statistics, elementary probability, discrete and continuous distributions, interval and point estimation, hypothesis testing, regression and correlation.
MATH 201 Prerequisites: MATH 103 with a grade of C or better (or placement above it) and a grade of C or better in MATH 104, 108, 110, 186, 187, 188, 189, or placement into MATH 201
MATH 301: Elementary probability models, discrete and continuous random variables, sampling and sampling distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing.
MATH 301 Prerequisite: Mathematics 171 with a grade of C or better
Bio 104 - Ecosphere in Crisis or Bio 105 - Biological Concepts - Unity
4 credits
BIO 104: Treats humans as biological organisms that interact with the living and nonliving world. Emphasis is given to how humans affect, and are affected by, their environment. Topics covered include basic ecology, global change, renewable and nonrenewable energy sources, air and water quality, and biological diversity.
BIO 105: An introduction to the biological sciences. Addresses phenomena common to a diversity of life forms. Biological organization, cell biology, processing energy, genetics, evolution.
Phys 171 or 191 - General Physics I
5 credits
PHYS 171: A survey of mechanics and properties of matter. Recommended for liberal arts majors and pre-professionals. Not recommended for physics majors and minors and pre-engineers.
PHYS 171 Prerequisite: MATH 106 Trigonometry, MATH 108 Pre-calculus or equivalent
PHYS 191: A survey of mechanics, sound, and heat providing a background for advanced work in these fields. Recommended for students in pre-engineering and majors in physics, chemistry, or mathematics.
PHYS 191 Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in or prior completion of MATH 171 Calculus I
Chem 105 - General Chemistry I
5 credits
This is the first semester of the 1-year Chemistry 105/106 course sequence, which is specifically designed to meet the needs of science majors and preprofessional students. Topics covered include: atomic theory, atomic and electronic structure, chemical bonding, mole concept, stoichiometry, state of matter, formulas and equations, solutions and colloids.
Prerequisite: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in MATH 104 College Alegebra, or completion/placement of any higher math course. Recommended: A previous course in High School or College Chemistry.
Chem 106 - General Chemistry II
5 credits
This is the second semester of the 1-year Chemistry 105/106 course sequence, which is specifically designed to meet the needs of science majors and preprofessional students. Topics covered in Chemistry 106 include: molecular structure, chemistry of metals and selected nonmetals, intermolecular forces, chemical equilibrium.
Prerequisites: CHEM 105 General Chemistry I with a grade of (C) or better and either completion of MATH 104 College Algebra with a grade of C or better or completion/placement of any higher math course.
Fundamentals Group
Egr 105 - Engineering Fundamentals
3 credits
This course is designed to equip students with the necessary tools and background information to prepare them to be successful engineering students as well as a successful practicing engineer. Topics covered in this course include project management, team work, technical writing, working with data and using spreadsheets, creating presentations, engineering design, and a survey of the engineering profession.
Prerequisites: Math 103. Special fees may apply
Egr 110 - Engineering Graphics
2 credits
An introductory course in engineering graphics focusing on graphical communication. Topics include descriptive geometry elements, visualization, engineering drawing techniques, orthographic projection, pictorial representation, auxiliary views, section views, and dimensioning. The course incorporates computer aided drafting (CAD) with engineering applications using 2-D drawing and 3-D modeling techniques.
Egrt 101 - Fundamentals of Engineering Technology
2 credits
This course is designed to equip engineering technology students with the necessary tools and background information to prepare them to be a successful student as well as a successful practicing engineering technologist. Topics covered in this course include ethics, project managements, team work, working with data, creating presentations, engineering design and a thorough understanding of the engineering profession.
Egrt 105 - Fundamentals of Drawing
3 credits
Introduces common industry drafting practices in the design process with an emphasis on computer-aided drafting/design (CAD). Topics include sketching, drawing setup and organization, dimensioning, orthographic and isometric projections, and CAD standards and guidelines.
Egrt 118 - Fluid Control
3 credits
An introduction to hydraulics and pneumatics including properties of fluids, basic pneumatic and hydraulic circuits and their schematics, and airflow control. Applications include Pascal’s Law, effects of fluid friction, and designing hydraulic circuits with control valves.
Prerequisites: MATH 106 Trigonometry or placement in/completion of any higher math course and EGRT 101 Fundamentals of Engineering Technology
Egrt 202 - Introduction to Water & Wastewater
3 credits
An overview of global water sources, drinking water quality and treatment, pollutants and their sources, and consequences to water quality, storm water management systems and storm water quality.
Bio 309 - Bacteriology
5 credits
The course covers basic concepts of microbiology, through chemical and physiological properties, genetics, evolution, and diseases caused by microbes and the microbial activities beneficial to human. Laboratory covers standard microbiological experiments and isolation and identification of bacteria.
Prerequisites: BIO 105 Biological Concepts – Unity and one year of general chemistry
Egrt 201 - Introduction to Air Quality
2 credits
An overview of global air currents, major air pollutants and sources, transport of these by air currents, EPA standards for air pollutants, abatement methods such as scrubbers on coal burning power plants, non-attainment status and consequences.
Egrt 203 - Introduction to Solid Waste
2 credits
Topics include generation, processing, and disposal of municipal, industrial, and agricultural waste materials with emphasis on the technical and economic feasibility of various processes.
Egrt 246 - Electric Power Systems
3 credits
Characteristics of various three-phase power configurations and in-plant power distribution are covered. Students will also gain exposure utility systems interconnection from generation through distribution, which includes the utility grid, device coordination, metering, relays, fuses, breakers and fault interrupters.
Prerequisite: EGRT 232 and Math 162 or 172.
Egrt 257 - Introduction to the Internet of Things
3 credits
This course provides an introduction to the emerging field of IoT and its opportunities and challenges. It also gives a high-level coverage of the different technological pieces essential to implement IoT, namely, basic electronic hardware principles, converters, microcontrollers, sensors, communication protocols and cloud computing. Throughout the course real-world emerging applications in home, healthcare, manufacturing (Industry 4.0), transport, energy and environment are highlighted. The course culminates with the implementation of a practical IoT project.
Prerequisite: Math 106
Egrt 284 - Professional Skills in Engineering
1 credit
This course is required as you prepare for professional co-ops, internships, and/or full-time job opportunities. This course will expose students to the expectations of a professional work environment and help you learn to balance field and office responsibilities. The exploration of engineering-related professions will help students identify both personally and professionally satisfying opportunities. The course will also explore interviewing, social media, presentation, and personal conduct at the work place.
Geog 241 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
3 credits
This course introduces students to the basic concepts and components of a geographic information system (GIS) and provides students with the technical skills to use a GIS software package (e.g., ArcGIS). GIS involves the collection, management, creation, analysis, and presentation of spatial data. GIS has a wide range of applications such as natural resource management, geomorphology, environmental analysis, social sciences, marketing, economic analysis, planning, emergency management, disease spread, map making, and more.
Geog 304 - Principles of Soil Science
3 credits
Explores the fundamental principles of soil science and soils as an essential natural resource. Basic concepts in soil science will be presented including: soil genesis; classification and mapping; fertility and productivity; conservation and management; and physical, chemical, and biological properties in relation to the soil environment.
Prerequisite: Geography 106; or Geography 221 or Geology 102 or 110 or 150 or consent of instructor
Advanced Study Group
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Egrt 360 - Engineering Project Management
3 credits
This course is an overview of project management with an emphasis on project management in the engineering setting. It is based on the Project Management Institute’s standard for project management. Topics include pre-construction planning, project scheduling systems, critical path management, risk and effects analysis, and failure modes.
Prerequisite: Engineering Technology major
Two or more of the following:
Egrt 301 - Advanced Air Pollution and Treatment
3 credits
This course will provide students a fundamental understanding of atmospheric processes and weather patterns and how they affect pollutant transport. Sources, sinks, health and environmental effects, and abatement technologies for air pollutants will be addressed. In addition, atmospheric reactions that create pollution or deplete stratospheric ozone will be included.
Prerequisites: Two semesters of general chemistry (CHEM 105 and 106 or CHEM 109 and 110), one semester of general physics (PHYS 171 or 191), and one semester of microbiology (BIO 309) or consent of instructor
Egrt 303 - Advanced Solid Waste
3 credits
This course will investigate solid waste treatment technology past and present. Technical and design considerations will be explored using examples from real world applications and in-progress industrial developments. Particular emphasis will be placed on solid waste engineering principles as practiced in the local area.
Prerequisites: EGRT 203 Introduction to Solid Waste and CHEM 105 General Chemistry I
Egrt 302 - Advanced Water & Wastewater
3 credits
This course will investigate water and wastewater treatment technology past and present. The course targets a general engineering and/or science student. Technical and design considerations will also be explored. Both rural and large municipal systems will be discussed. Lectures will contain examples from real world applications (preferable in Wisconsin) and in-progress industrial developments. Particular emphasis will be placed on local water and wastewater installations.
Prerequisites: Two semesters of general chemistry (CHEM 105 and 106 or CHEM 109 and 110), one semester of general physics (PHYS 171 or 191), and one semester of microbiology (BIO 309) or consent of instructor
Two or more of the following:
Egrt 371 - Water Resources Engineering
3 credits
This course explores water resources engineering, including hydrology, rainfall-runoff modeling, hydraulic processes (including both pressurized pipe flow and open channel flow), and hydrologic frequency analysis. Experimental activities are included to reinforce theoretical material and provide hands-on learning opportunities.
Prerequisites: CHEM 105, BIO 105 or above, and EGRT 202
Egrt 377 - Industrial Safety & Hygiene
3 credits
This class will cover the basics of industrial and occupational safety and health, including the minimum requirements under Federal OSHA and State OSHA. The application of specific engineering and public health principles will be discussed in relation to the prevention of injury and disease and promoting the health and safety of workers in various industrial settings.
Prerequisites: BIO 104 or 105, An Introductory Chemistry course (CHEM 105 or equivalent), and an Introductory Physics course
Egrt 381 - Environmental Data Analysis
3 credits
This course emphasizes principles of data collection, analysis and presentation. Bases on case studies, students will develop and execute data collection plans. Collected data will be analyzed using elementary statistical analysis, regression analysis, analysis of variance and nonparametric analysis. The analysis results will be transformed to a layout suitable for presentation to management. This course employs primarily environmental case studies, although examples from mechanical and electrical engineering may also be included.
Prerequisite: MATH 201 Applied Statistics or MATH 301 Introduction to Probability & Statistics
Egrt 375 - Renewable Energy
3 credits
This course will be an introduction to renewable energy technology past and present. The course targets a general engineering and/or science student to the concepts of renewable energy. Social issues related to renewal energy adoption will also be explored. Lectures will contain examples from real world applications (preferable in Wisconsin) and in-progress industrial developments. Particular emphasis will be placed on local renewable energy installations.
Prerequisites: Two lab science courses including BIO 105, 233 or 309, GEOL 150, CHEM 105, 106, 109 or 110 or PHYS 171, 108, 191 or 110 or consent of instructor
Geol 370 - Field Methods in Hydrogeology I
2 credits
This field course is designed to provide students with the range of field skills needed by the practicing hydrogeologist to characterize subsurface geology and aquifer properties. Topics to be covered include drilling methods, geophysical techniques, well installation, determination of groundwater flow direction, and aquifer testing. The course includes lecture, lab, and field components. For each topic there will be an introductory lecture followed by a field exercise designed to give students experience with data collection. Lab time will be used for data analysis. Field exercises will make use of the wells located on the UWO campus, however there will also be a day-long field trip to off-campus locations.
Prerequisite: Pre or Corequisite in Physical Hydrogeology (GEOL 365/565) or consent of instructor
One or more of the following:
Egrt 400 - Internship
1-3 credits
Students will participate in a structured experience to gain professional skills and experiences that integrate their course work with real-world applications. These experiences can be obtained through employment, volunteer activities, or project-based opportunities. A description and timeline documenting the scope of the internship is developed by the student, the sponsoring agency, and the faculty coordinator. Evaluation of outcomes will be assessed through written reports, oral presentations, and interviews.
Egrt 410 - Capstone Project
3 credits
This course will provide the student with a culminating experience in their chosen area of engineering technology. This project will apply principals of engineering technology into practice during an off campus experience.
Prerequisites: Senior standing and consent of instructor
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