Apr 24, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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EE 1000 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering

3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to common practices and ideas of electrical engineering, including terminology, problem solving methodology, basic analytical tools, laboratory practice, working in teams and the engineering design process. (prereq: none)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Gain an understanding of both the engineering profession and what electrical engineers do
  • Use fundamental lab instrumentation, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies
  • Gain an understanding of time management and self-assessment practices which are necessary for success in engineering study
  • Understand and use basic electrical engineering terminology and methodology
  • Be familiar with the performance of selected engineering devices typical of the electrical engineering discipline

Prerequisites by Topic
  • High school algebra and trigonometry

Course Topics
  • None

Laboratory Topics
  • Lab topics vary depending on instructional staff.  Examples of lab topics:
  • Electrical Engineering instrumentation
  • Data Acquisition
  • Mathematical modeling
  • Time management and self-assessment
  • Microprocessors
  • Wiring and soldering
  • Motors
  • MATLAB
  • Digital logic and robotics

Coordinator
Dr. Sheila Ross



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