Mechatronics Requirements

Starting point of the computer science programs. A high-level, object-oriented programming language is introduced as a problem-solving tool. Topics include design, coding, documentation, debugging, and testing of programs. Programming assignments are given in both a closed lab setting and as homework.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): MA 1031(C) or MA 1032(C) or MA 1120(C)

Fundamental OS concepts, OS design principles, Linux system architecture, Linux installation and package management, GNU and UNIX commands, Linux file systems, hierarchy standards, shells, scripting and data management, user interfaces and desktops, administrative tasks, essential system services, networking fundamentals, and security.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): SAT 1200 or CS 1111(C) or CS 1121 or CS 1131 or CS 1142 or MIS 2100

Fundamental theory of lumped-element DC and AC electrical circuits. Voltage, current, resistance, energy, and power. DC network analysis and network theorems. Inductance and capacitance. First-order transient analysis for RL and RC circuits. Sinusoidal steady-state analysis of simple AC circuits.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Co-Requisite(s): EET 1122
• Pre-Requisite(s): MA 1031 or MA 1032 or MA 1120 or MA 1121(C) or MA 1160(C) or MA 1161(C) or MA 1135(C) or MA 2160(C)

Laboratory exercises designed to complement the theory in a first course in lumped-element DC and AC electrical circuits. Electrical laboratory safety. Breadboard construction of electrical circuits. Electronic instrumentation, measurement techniques, and data analysis.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Co-Requisite(s): EET 1121
• Pre-Requisite(s): MA 1031 or MA 1032 or MA 1120 or MA 1121(C) or MA 1160(C) or MA 1161(C) or MA 1135(C) or MA 2160(C)

Advanced treatment of passive linear electrical circuits. Superposition, Thevenin, Norton, and maximum power transfer theorems. Analysis of AC networks with attention to frequency response, attenuation, resonance, bandwidth, and terminal impedance. Bridge circuits and filters.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Co-Requisite(s): EET 2122
• Pre-Requisite(s): (EET 1121 and EET 1122) and (MA 1160 or MA 1161)

Laboratory exercises designed to complement the theory in an advanced course on passive linear DC and AC electrical circuits. Electrical laboratory safety. Measurement of frequency response, attenuation, resonance, bandwidth, and terminal impedance. Measurement accuracy considerations. Circuit simulation tools.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Co-Requisite(s): EET 2121
• Pre-Requisite(s): (EET 1121 and EET 1122) and (MA 1160 or MA 1161)

Fundamental steady-state analysis of DC, AC polyphase and AC single-phase electrical machines as well as transformers.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-3)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Pre-Requisite(s): (EET 1121 and EET 1122) or EET 1411

Introduction to the fundamentals of the digital electronics that make up microprocessors. Topics include number systems and codes, Boolean algebra, combinational and sequential logic circuits, arithmetic circuits, and digital memory.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Information Technology, Mechatronics, Electrical Eng Tech, Theatre & Entertain Tech (BS), Sound Design, Computer Network & System Admn, Cybersecurity, Audio Production & Technology
• Pre-Requisite(s): (EET 1411 or EET 1121) and (MA 1031(C) or MA 1032(C) or MA 1120(C) or MA 1160(C) or MA 1161(C) or MA 1135(C) or MA 1121(C))

Sensors and instrumentation used in a wide variety of industrial applications. Instrument static characteristics, measurement errors, and calibration. Signal conditioning circuits including instrumentation amplifiers, DC bridges, and filters. Sensors for measuring motion, force, pressure, flow, and temperature, including physical principles and required electronic circuits.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 1411 or EET 2121 or EET 1121 or EET 2221 or PH 2230 or EE 2111 or EE 3010

This course introduces concepts of industrial robotics. Topics on mechanics, electronics, controls, forward and inverse kinematics, classification of end-effectors, programming, and the application of industrial robots are covered. FANUC Roboguide and Mitsubishi RT Toolbox simulation software packages are used to program and simulate industrial production scenarios.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer

Introduction to discrete control systems using Industrial Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) from Allen-Bradley and Siemens. PLC programming includes input-output logic, subroutines, counters, and timers using ladder logic. Electrical interface circuits, sensors and actuators, computer number systems, memory, and PLC applications.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-3)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Information Technology, Electrical Eng Tech, Mechatronics, Computer Network & System Admn, Data Acquisition & Indust Cont, System and Network Security, Mechatronics
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 1411 or EET 2121 or PH 2230 or EE 2112 or EE 3010 or EET 2411 or EE 2174

Covers the components of a robot system, safety, concepts of a work-cell system, geometry, path control, automation sensors, programming techniques, hardware, and software. Students taking this course have an opportunity to earn FANUC Industrial Certificate "FANUC CERT HandlingTool Operations and Programming", Students must pass safety assessment above 80% and fulfill additional course requirements to be eligible.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 1411 or EET 2121 or PH 2230 or EE 2111 or EE 3010

An introduction to power electronics and electrical power converters, covering topics such as speed control for motors using variable voltage drives and variable frequency drives as well as speed profiling. Includes hands-on lab exercises that offer practical experience with drive systems complemented by MATLAB simulations for in-depth analysis.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 2233

Topics include: Fourier and Laplace transforms, signal comparison techniques and transfer functions. Control techniques addressed will include feedback, stability, Bode and Nyquist diagrams, and PID controllers.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): MET 3130 or (MET 2110 and MET 2130) and EET 2150

Students learn the systematic design process, conceptualization to prototype testing, with an emphasis on integrating mechanical components, sensors, actuators, and controllers into a functional unit. Through practical projects, students will experience the challenges of creating and programming integrated systems that can perform complex tasks.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-3)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechatronics, Mechatronics; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
• Pre-Requisite(s): MET 3345 and EET 3131 and EET 4233(C)

Addresses professional ethics, legal issues, professional development, corporate culture, and technological advances for EET and Mechatronics students as they prepare to enter the workforce.

• Credits: 1.0; Graded Pass/Fail Only
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-1-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Electrical Eng Tech, Mechatronics; Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Senior

An introduction to the engineering profession and to its various disciplines. Focuses on developing problem-solving skills, computational skills, and communication skills. Through active, collaborative work, students work on teams to apply the engineering problem-solving method to "real-world" problems.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-5)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): (MA 1031(C) or MA 1032(C) or MA 1120(C) or MA 1160(C) or MA 1161(C) or MA 1121(C) or MA 2160(C) or MA 3160(C))

Statics includes a study of forces, analysis of simple structures, equilibrium, moment of inertia, and friction.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): (PH 1110 or PH 1140 or PH 2100) and (MA 1160(C) or MA 1161(C) or MA 1121(C))

Particle and rigid plane body kinematics and kinetics covers inertia force, work-energy-power and impulse-momentum methods. Emphasizes development of student skills in problem definition and problem solving.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): (ENG 2120 or MET 2110 or MEEM 2110 or ME 2110) and MA 2160

Strength of materials considers stress and strain under axial, torsional, and bending loads. Laboratory exercises include materials testing and problem solving.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): MET 2110 or MEEM 2110 or ME 2110

An introduction to mechanical design of machinery for mechatronics students. The course work applies principles of statics, dynamics, and mechanics of materials to the design of mechanical components and systems.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): MET 2130(C) and MET 2150

An introduction to fluid power components and systems. The course includes component selection, circuit design, electrical interfaces, and system troubleshooting and maintenance. A laboratory exposes students to system hardware and circuit simulation techniques for mobile and industrial applications.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
• Pre-Requisite(s): MET 2130 or MEEM 3201 or ME 3201

This class will focus on when, why, and how to apply the various human factors methods for creating more effective human-technological systems.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
• Pre-Requisite(s): (PSY 2000 or HF 2000) and UN 1015

Mathematical theory, mathematical modeling, numerical methods, and algorithms with applications drawn from engineering technology, including electrical, mechanical, mechatronic, and manufacturing engineering technology. Topics covered include complex arithmetic, phasors and complex exponentials, linear algebra, Fourier and Laplace transforms. MATLAB programming is introduced to solve problems encountered in engineering technology with emphasis on modeling of electrical and mechanical systems.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
• Pre-Requisite(s): MA 2160(C) and EET 1121

An introduction to single-variable calculus, which includes a computer laboratory. Topics include trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions, differentiation and its uses, and basic integration. Integrates symbolic tools, graphical concepts, data and numerical calculations.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-1)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Pre-Requisite(s): ALEKS Math Placement >= 86 or CEEB Calculus AB >= 3 or CEEB Calculus BC >= 3 or CEEB Calculus AB Subscore >= 3 or ACT Mathematics >= 29 or SAT MATH SECTION SCORE-M16 >= 680

An introduction to single-variable calculus, which includes a computer laboratory. Topics include trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic functions, differentiation and its uses, and basic integration. Integrates symbolic tools, data and numerics, and graphical concepts and is similar to MA1160, going at a different pace.

• Credits: 5.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-4-1)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): MA 1032 or MA 1031 or MA 1120 or ALEKS Math Placement >= 76 or CEEB Calculus AB >= 2 or CEEB Calculus BC >= 2 or CEEB Calculus AB Subscore >= 2 or ACT Mathematics >= 26 or SAT MATH SECTION SCORE-M16 >= 610

Continued study of calculus, which includes a computer laboratory. Topics include integration and its uses, function approximation, vectors, and elementary modeling with differential equations.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-1)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): MA 1160 or MA 1161 or MA 1135 or MA 1121 or CEEB Calculus AB >= 3 or CEEB Calculus BC >= 3 or CEEB Calculus AB Subscore >= 3

Introduction to the design, conduct, and analysis of statistical studies aimed at solving engineering problems. Topics include methods of data collection, descriptive and graphical methods, probability and probability models, statistical inference, control charts, linear regression, design of experiments.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): MA 2160 or MA 3160(C)

An algebra-based introduction to classical mechanics and its applications. Topics include kinematics, Newton's laws, impulse and momentum, work and energy, simple harmonic motion, mechanical waves and sound, and temperature and heat.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechatronics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering Tech, Construction Management, Computer Network & System Admn, Electrical Eng Tech, General Technology, Information Technology, Theatre & Entertain Tech (BS)
• Pre-Requisite(s): (MA 1031 or MA 1032 or MA 1120 or MA 1160(C) or MA 1161(C) or MA 1121(C) or MA 2160(C)) and (PH 1100 or PH 1111(C) or PH 1141 or PH 1161)

Experiments covering kinematics, forces, conservation of momentum and energy, waves, and thermodynamics are explored through guided construction. The course provides inquiry-based laboratory experiences for concepts explored in PH1110.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Physics, Applied Physics
• Pre-Requisite(s): PH 1140(C) or PH 1110(C)

Capstone course phase I, requiring the application of knowledge gained in lower division courses. Projects are normally team oriented, require weekly progress reports, and culminate with a final report and oral presentation.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-6)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 3131

A capstone course requiring the application of knowledge gained in lower division courses. Projects are normally team oriented, require weekly progress reports, and culminate with a final report and oral presentation.

• Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 6
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-6)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 4460

Interdisciplinary teams work as part of an enterprise to address real-world design projects or problems. Third-year students will practice designing approaches to solve problems and develop procedures to achieve specified project objectives.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-3)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior

Interdisciplinary teams work as part of an enterprise to address real-world design projects or problems. Third-year students practice designing approaches to solve problems and develop procedures to achieve specified project objectives.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-3)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior

Interdisciplinary teams work as part of an enterprise to address real-world design projects or problems, taking constraints into account and applying relevant standards. Fourth-year students gain experience in defining project objectives, planning strategies to achieve these objectives, and leading technical teams to accomplish project goals. Must be project ready as defined by major.

• Credits: 2.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-6)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: Permission of department required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geospatial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engrg, Robotics Engineering, Software Engineering, Construction Management, Computer Network & System Admn, Electrical Eng Tech, Mechanical Engineering Tech, Surveying Engineering, Information Technology; Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): (BE 3350 and BE 3700 and BE 3800 and BE 4900 and ENT 3950 and ENT 3960) or CEE 3620 or (CEE 3810 or FW 3330) or CM 4855(C) or (CS 3712 or CS 4711 or CS 4760) or (ENT 3960 and EE 3131) or (EE 3280 and EE 3261(C)) and EE 3910 and (EE 3174(C) or EE 3171(C) or EE 3173(C)) or GE 3890 or (ENT 3950 and ENT 3960) and (MA 3710(C) or MA 2710(C) or MA 2720(C)) and (MEEM 3750 or ME 3750) and (MEEM 3201 or ME 3201) and (MEEM 3901 or ME 3901) and (MEEM 3911 or ME 3911) and (MEEM 3400 or ME 3400 and EE 3010(C)) and (MEEM 3600(C) or ME 3601(C)) or (ENT 3950 and ENT 3960 and (MA 3710(C) and MA 2710(C) and MA 2720(C)) and (MEEM 3750 or ME 3750) and AE 3511 and AE 4550(C) and AE 4560(C)) or MSE 3190 or CMG 3265 and CMG 3200(C) and CMG 4210 or (EET 3281 and EET 4253(C)) or SAT 3812(C) or SU 4100(C) or (ENT 3950 and ENT 3960) or MET 4460 or ENG 2120 and CEE 3200 and EE 3010 and (CEE 3101 or MSE 2100) and ENG 2505 and (ENG 3525 or ENG 4600) and ENG 4505(C)

Credits may count as free or technical electives based on academic department. Requires advisor approval, good conduct and academic standing, registration with Career Services, and an official offer letter from the employer.

• Credits: variable to 2.0
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: Permission of department required; May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate

Interdisciplinary teams work as part of an enterprise to address real-world design projects or problems, taking constraints into account and applying relevant standards. Fourth-year students gain experience defining project objectives, planning strategies to achieve these objectives, and leading technical teams to accomplish project goals.

• Credits: 2.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-6)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): ENT 4950 and BE 4900 or CEE 3620 or CEE 3810 or CM 4855 or CS 3712 or CS 4711 or CS 4760 or (EE 3174 or EE 3171 or EE 3173) or GE 3890 or MSE 4141(C) or CMG 4210 or (EET 4253 and EET 3281) or (MET 4460 and MET 4210) or (SAT 4541 and SAT 3812) or SU 4100 or ENG 4505 or EE 3010 and (MEEM 3600 or ME 3601) and (MEEM 3750 or ME 3750) and (MEEM 3201 or ME 3201) or (EE 3280 and EE 3261) or (AE 4550 and AE 4560)

Credits may count as free or technical electives based on academic department. Requires advisor approval, good conduct and academic standing, registration with Career Services, and an official offer letter from the employer.

• Credits: variable to 2.0
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: Permission of department required; May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
• Pre-Requisite(s): UN 3002

Continuation of CS 1121. Topics include data abstraction, class hierarchies and polymorphism, list, stack, queue and tree data structures, complexity-based algorithm and data structure choices, and recursion. Homework programming assignments are given.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 1121

Programming in assembly language and C for students with prior experience in Java. Topics include binary number encodings, instruction set architecture, assembly language programming, and instruction encodings. C programming topics include program structure, preprocessor, arrays, structures, pointers, input/output, dynamic memory management, and linked data structures.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 1122 or CS 1131

Presents fundamental concepts in discrete structures that are used in computer science. Topics include sets, trees, graphs, functions, relations, recurrences, proof techniques, logic, combinatorics, and probability.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): (CS 1121 or CS 1131) and (MA 1135 or MA 1160 or MA 1161 or MA 1121 or MA 2160 or MA 3160)

Presents fundamental concepts in data structures. Topics include abstract data types (priority queues, dictionaries and graphs) and their implementations, algorithm analysis, sorting, text processing, and object-oriented design. A significant programming project is assigned.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 1122 or CS 1131

Introduction to the theory of formal languages and computation. Topics include regular languages and finite automata, context-free languages and push-down automata, Turing-acceptable languages, Turing machines and the halting problem. Proof techniques and applications, such as parsing, are also treated.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 2311 or MA 3210

Development of robust programs that provide efficient services to system software developers. Topics include: file I/O, process creation and management, linking and libraries, interprocess communication, performance measurement, and socket programming.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 3421 or EE 3172

Introduction to the logical structure of computers, including the fundamentals of logic design, information storage and manipulation, control, and input/output. Topics include a review of current hardware technology, combinational and sequential logic, arithmetic, datapaths, hard-wired control, interrupts, caches, virtual memory, and an introduction to pipelining.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): (CS 1141 and CS 1040) or CS 1142

This covers fundamentals of computer security. Topics include practical cryptography, access control, security design principles, physical protections, malicious logic, program security, intrusion detection, administration, legal and ethical issues.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 3411 or CS 4411

Principles of user interfaces (UI) design and implementation. Topics include: UI theory, design principles, evaluation, and tools. Requires completion of a group project implementing and evaluating a UI.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Software Engineering, Computer Science
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 3141

Introduces the following topics: robotic actuators, inverse and forward kinematics, control methods, applied statistics, environment mapping, and path finding. Topics will be further explored during hands on and practical lab experiments.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: On Demand
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): (EE 3010(C) or EE 2112(C)) and (MA 2320(C) or MA 2321(C) or MA 2330(C))

An introduction to the robotics middleware enabling robot platforms used in autonomous vehicles and advanced manufacturing. Students will learn the basics of distributed robotics software architecture, hardware considerations and associated simulation tools.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 2180 and SAT 2711

Computer network architectures and protocols; design and implementation of datalink, network, and transport layer functions. Introduction to the Internet protocol suite (TCP, UDP, IP), domain name service and protocols, file sharing protocols, wireless networks, and network security.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 3411

Computer network architectures and protocols; design and implementation of datalink, network, and transport layer functions. Introduction to the Internet protocol suite (TCP, UDP, IP), domain name service and protocols, file sharing protocols, wireless networks, and network security.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 3411

Learn fundamental of cryptography and its application to network security. Understand network security threats, security services, and countermeasures. Acquire background knowledge on well known network security protocols. Address open research issues in network security.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 4272 or CS 4461 or SAT 4812

Learn fundamental of cryptography and its application to network security. Understand network security threats, security services, and countermeasures. Acquire background knowledge on well known network security protocols. Address open research issues in network security.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 4272 or CS 4461 or SAT 4812

Analog electronic devices and circuits, including diodes, bipolar junction transistors, and operational amplifiers. Practical applications include amplifiers, rectifiers, and comparators.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-3)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 2121

Procedures for setting up, teaching, testing, and modifying robot vision systems widely used in industrial automation. Introduces advanced Teach Pendant Programming to develop complex scenarios for integrating robots into industrial cells. Final project must demonstrate proficiency in setting up and programming an advanced robotic vision scenario. Students taking this course have an opportunity to earn FANUC Industrial Certificate "FANUC CERT 2D iR-Vision". Students must pass safety assessment above 80% and fulfill additional course requirements to be eligible.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-3)
• Semesters Offered: Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 4144

Data acquisition hardware and interfaces with different industrial sensors. Software development for data acquisition, signal processing, and real-time actuator control. Hands-on experience through laboratory experiments using commercial hardware and software platforms. Fundamentals of data acquisition systems (DASs), analog-to-digital convertors (ADCs), signal conditioning circuit design, actuators and drivers, and DAS design and integration.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-3)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 3131

Using Allen Bradley Contr Logix and SLC500 programmable controllers, course covers structured programming, Sequential Function Charts, networking, proportional integral differential control, data acquisition and interfacing. The labs will require students to write and troubleshoot complex PLC programs.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-3)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Electrical & Computer Engineer, Electrical Eng Tech, Robotics Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering; Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): EET 3373 or EE 3373

Introduces the general concepts and algorithms of machine learning (ML) with their implementation and applications to practical problems of modeling, detection, estimation, prediction, and control. Applications include cybersecurity, healthcare, robot vision, remote sensing, automation, and natural language processing.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
• Pre-Requisite(s): SAT 4310 or SAT 4650

The main concepts of autonomous systems will be introduced including motion control, navigation, and intelligent path planning and perception. This is a hands-on project based course. Students will have the opportunity to work with mobile robotics platforms. Having a foundational understanding of programming is recommended to make the most of this course.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechatronics, Electrical Eng Tech, Mechatronics
• Pre-Requisite(s): (EET 4311 or EET 5311 or MET 4801 or MET 5801) and (CS 1111 or CS 1121 or CS 1131 or SAT 4310 or SAT 4650)

Selected additional topics of interest in Electrical Engineering Technology based on student and faculty demand and interest. May be a tutorial, seminar, workshop, project, or class study.

• Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 6
• Semesters Offered: On Demand
• Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechatronics, Electrical Eng Tech, Mechatronics; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior

Independent study of an approved topic under the guidance of an Electrical Engineering Technology faculty member. May be either an academic, design, or research problem/project.

• Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 6
• Semesters Offered: On Demand
• Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Electrical Eng Tech, Mechatronics; Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Senior

An undergraduate research experience in Electrical Engineering Technology. Under the guidance of an Electrical Engineering Technology faculty member, students work on a selected/approved research problem or work directly with faculty on active research projects/grants. May require more than one semester to complete.

• Credits: variable to 6.0; Repeatable to a Max of 6
• Semesters Offered: On Demand
• Restrictions: Permission of instructor required; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Electrical Eng Tech, Mechatronics; Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Senior

Continuation of ENG1101. Introduction to the engineering design process with an emphasis on graphics and documentation. Focuses on engineering problem solving in the context of the design process.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-5)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): (MA 1031 or MA 1032 or MA 1120 or MA 1160(C) or MA 1161(C) or MA 1121(C) or MA 2160(C) or MA 3160(C)) and (ENG 1101 or ENG 1101T or (ENG 1001 and ENG 1100))

A study of basic machining processes: including setup and operation of lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders and saws. Students are exposed to fundamental machining processes, nomenclature and machine operation with an overall focus on safety and quality control.

• Credits: 2.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-1-3)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Engineering Tech
• Pre-Requisite(s): MET 2400(C) or ENG 1102

Intermediate course intended to expand the student's knowledge of computer modeling techniques, introducing advanced assemblies and GD&T concepts. Investigates advanced concepts available to the designer.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Engineering Tech
• Pre-Requisite(s): ENG 1101 or ENG 1102 or ENG 1101T

This course covers the principles and architecture of Digital Twins, emphasizing their application in manufacturing and mechatronics. Students will model, simulate, and optimize systems using real-time data, enhancing decision-making, and operational efficiency in smart industrial environments.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior

Review of information systems security concepts and industry best practices. The subject matter is organized to provide students a foundation about cybersecurity principles, the business value of cybersecurity, and national and international policy and legal considerations related to cybersecurity.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: On Demand, in odd years
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
• Pre-Requisite(s): MIS 2000 or MIS 2100 or CS 1111 or CS 1122 or CS 1131

Introduction to this cognitive-systems engineering method that unpacks complex work through systematic interviews with experts. Students will collect data to address engineering, business, or socio-technical challenges.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
• Pre-Requisite(s): (PSY 2000 or HF 2000) and UN 1015

Fundamentals of computer organization, operating system architecture, PC/WS major subassemblies, PC and server configuration planning, power interfaces, system assembly/set-up, connection of peripherals, installing fundamental operating system software, system testing/debugging and planning and installation of application software portfolios.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): SAT 1200 or CS 1111

Fundamental OS concepts, OS design principles, Linux system architecture, Linux installation and package management, GNU and UNIX commands, Linux file systems, hierarchy standards, shells, scripting and data management, user interfaces and desktops, administrative tasks, essential system services, networking fundamentals, and security.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): SAT 1200 or CS 1111(C) or CS 1121 or CS 1131 or CS 1142 or MIS 2100

Introductory course on database management. Topics include data modeling, database design, implementation techniques, SQL Language, database administration and security.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): SAT 2711 or (CS 2311 and CS 2321)

Scripting in PERL, Python, BASH, and PowerShell to accomplish and automate common system administration tasks such as working with files, network and web communication, database interaction, and security.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Sophomore, Junior, Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 1111 or CS 1121 or CS 1131 or CS 1142 or MIS 2100

The evolution of information security into cybersecurity and its relationship to nations, organizations, society, and individuals. Exposure to multiple cybersecurity technologies, processes, and procedures; analyzing threats, vulnerabilities and risks present; and developing appropriate strategies to mitigate potential cybersecurity issues. Applied lab to develop cyber security offensive attributes and learn how to prevent and/or mitigate threats.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): SAT 2711 or CS 2321 or MIS 3200

Study of wireless communications, standards, and regulations in an enterprise environment. Topics include: various radio frequency and light communications; IEEE 802.11 Regulations and Standards; protocols and devices; network implementation; network security; and site surveying.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): SAT 2343

Emphasizes advanced portions of scripting programming, testing, implementation and documentation (i.e. Python and Scripting). Other topics include language syntax data and file structures, input/output devices, file, database access, and graphical user interfaces.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Pre-Requisite(s): CS 1111 or CS 1121 or CS 1131 or MIS 2100

This course introduces students to the Python programming language in applied computing systems and applications. In addition to Python basics, introduction to advanced topics such as file operations, database connection, digital image processing, and artificial intelligence will be discussed, particularly within the field of health informatics.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-1)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore

An advanced course in cyber security that covers topics such as adversarial thinking, exploiting game theory, human-centered cyber security, economic decision making in cyber security, and the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) framework topics of Analyze, Collect and Operate, Investigate, Operate and Maintain, Oversee and Govern, Protect and Defend, and Securely Provision.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): SAT 3812

Introduction of the basic principles and technology of digital forensics, including acquisition, preservation, and recovery and investigation of the evidence stored in digital devices.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Computer Network & System Admn, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology; Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): SAT 3812