Topics covered include an introduction to the profession, technical sketching, conceptualization, the design process and the use of solvers, simulations, spreadsheets and computer drafting. Basic training in the areas of welding, metal fabrication and machine tools. Two two-hour laboratory periods per week. Offered spring semester. A study of introductory concepts in statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, electric circuits, digital logic and engineering design.
Attention is given to feasibility, economics, product liability, and patents.
Spreadsheets, solvers, simulators and CAD are used. There is a team design project. A Christian perspective of design is developed using design in nature. A study of basic engineering design principles. A basic study of operation and programming.