Course Title
Senior Design
Course Description
Discussion of design fundamentals. Application of design principles to a design problem. Determination of a complete problem definition/ specification. Development of a conceptual design and a preliminary design with alternatives. Establish a schedule and tentative test plan. Discuss ethics and ethical standards and consider impact on engineering decisions (examples considered). Develop skills in effective communication. Present design at a formal design review to colleagues at terms end.
Pass/Fail Only?
No
Faculty Permission Required?
No
Credit Hours Min
3
Instructional Method
Face-To-Face
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Learning Objective 1
Objective
Reinforce understanding of basic ethical approaches, the dignity of work and the rights of workers, standards and practices
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Learning Objective 2
Objective
Demonstrate skills in complete design process for electrical, computer and/or software systems development that include self-directed requirements gathering, assimilate information, concept design, specification writing, and design verification
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Learning Objective 3
Objective
Demonstrate skills in technical writing
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Learning Objective 4
Objective
Reinforce understanding of how to interpret theory, observation, opinion, and personal experience
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Learning Objective 5
Objective
Demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills with the affirmation of the fundamental rights and responsibilities of every person
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Learning Objective 6
Objective
Demonstrate skills in communication that meet the Liberal Studies Core speech-related learning objectives