ECE 40500 - Senior Engineering Design I

The first course of a two-semester sequence of senior capstone design. Provides students with experience in the process and practice of electrical/ computer component/system design from concept through final design. Emphasis on teamwork, project management, oral and written communication. General lectures on issues important to the engineering profession, such as professional and ethical responsibility, the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context, and other contemporary issues.

Preparation for Course
P: Senior Standing in the Program.

Cr. 3.
Notes
Instructor permission required.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Formulate a problem statement.
2. Acquire and apply new knowledge to generate solutions (conceptual designs) using brainstorming techniques.
3. Evaluate conceptual designs using a well-defined criteria.
4. Obtain a final design including safety, economic, ethical, and engineering standards considerations.
5. Function within a team.
6. Present his/her work both written and orally.