engineering and computer science6-Week; July 6 to August 13 The Summer College Engineering & Computer Science program combines a college-level introduction to engineering with study in related subjects. You'll explore the roles of creativity and problem-solving in the profession, as well as learn the basic tools used in engineering, including computer-assisted drafting, spread sheets, programming, estimating, and systems analysis. ECS 125 – Survey of Engineering Problems This course examines the man-made world, the impact of technology on mans drive to invent and explore, the impact of technology on society and civilization, and the overall impact on the environment. The course will highlight issues and problems which future engineers will be asked to solve; Energy, Climate Change, Agriculture, and associated Ecological Economics. Through hands on projects the course will provide you with interesting information about the engineering profession, its various branches, engineering fundamental dimensions and concepts, some elementary engineering design tools, and most importantly, the power of teamwork. Lecture and project topics include: Engineering Fundamental Dimensions (EFD), Stress and Strain, Engineering Design, Energy and Demise of Fossil Fuels, Mechanical, Solar Power, Aerospace, Wind Power, Bioengineering, Pace of Technology & Impact on Society, Strength of Materials – Rheology and Rheids, Ecological Economics & Life Cycle Assessment, Pace of Technology – Computer Chips and Computers, and Environmental Engineering. Example of some course projects:
Students will either take their second course within ECS (pending course availability) or select a complimentary course from the Summer College Liberal Arts Course List. The 2010 list will be available in early January. What's the Deal?
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