Ksu Software Engineering Curriculum

[Jennifer Kovachick]

EachPLTW Engineering course engages students in interdisciplinary activities like working with a client to design a home, programming electronic devices or robotic arms, or exploring algae as a biofuel source. These activities not only build knowledge and skills in engineering, but also empower students to develop essential skills such as problem solving, critical and creative thinking, communication, collaboration, and perseverance.

Students explore the breadth of engineering career opportunities and experiences as they solve engaging and challenging real-world problems like creating a natural relief center system or creating a solution to improve the safety and well-being of local citizens.

Students explore how modern engineers help improve the world through diverse engineering fields, such as product design, mechanical design, infrastructure, and sustainability. Students learn and use some of the cutting edge tools engineers use in robotics, 3D modeling, programming, and prototyping.

Students explore the physics of flight and space through software simulations and hands-on experiences. They bring concepts to life by designing and testing an airfoil, propulsion system, and a rocket. Students learn how these concepts apply to a career in aerospace engineering and other engineering fields.

Students engage in an open-ended research experience in the PLTW Capstone course, a culminating program for those completing PLTW's high school offerings. They collaborate in teams, designing and developing original solutions to well-defined and justified real-world problems.

PLTW Core Training immerses teachers in a hands-on, collaborative learning environment, challenges them to look at their classrooms in a new way, and empowers them to bring learning to life with PLTW.

Note: Students are expected to complete first-year courses in the first year and sophomore-level courses in the second year. If students leave a first or second year course until later, it causes scheduling conflicts and other issues that may delay graduation, which the deans and advisors will not be able to fix.

All first year students declare a major during the spring semester. Students will register for fall sophomore courses in association with the department of their chosen engineering major. When choosing your courses, you must declare a major. Major declaration is for first year students only. Students who transferred to Rutgers Engineering from a different school (internal or external) DO NOT need to declare a major.

14:440:100 Introduction to Engineering (1 credit) Brief overview of each of the specific fields of engineering offered as degree programs at the school. Describes the major fields of study, as well as the engineering profession in general. Graded Pass/No Credit.

14:440:127 Introduction to Computers for Engineers (3 credits) Introduction to MATLAB, a powerful programming package for engineers and scientists. Students will learn the fundamentals of MATLAB, how to write programs in MATLAB, and how to solve engineering problems using MATLAB. Emphasis on problem-solving skills and mathematical tools of importance in engineering. Prerequisite: Some prior programming experience is preferred.

After the first year, students take courses specific to their major. Curricular options and course descriptions can be found on department websites. Students should also refer to department handbooks for detailed degree requirements and other related information.

During the first year of the undergraduate program, students register for the Honors Calculus sequence, Honors Physics and Laboratory, Exposition and Argument, and Honors Introduction to Engineering. Students are expected to achieve a "B" or better in each of the Honors courses to continue their registration in the program.

These courses were developed to enhance the Engineering Honors Academy experience by providing hands-on course work that allows students to acquire and subsequently apply gained engineering knowledge. Students gain confidence and are empowered to succeed in their engineering education with passion, interest, and dedication.

First-year Engineering Honors Academy scholars will enroll in honors sections of the Introduction to Data-driven Design for Engineering Applications (ID3EA) I course in the Fall and ID3EA II in the Spring. Each week, they will have a dedicated session to connect with the Honors Academy community. During this time, they will engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and explore their personal and career goals. The course features presentations by upper-level students, alumni, School of Engineering faculty, and industry professionals, providing insights into engineering entry points.

Second- and third-year students complete a semester-long project of their choosing applying classroom knowledge to hands-on projects that provide space for creative freedom. Students may take advantage of SoE support and resources, including professional mentors and lab facilities. Selected EHA seniors serve as design advisors, and work closely with the EHA director to create classroom lesson plans, plan, and grade assignments, organize events throughout the semester, and mentor student teams.

A good undergraduate education should provide more than the development of technical skills. Electives are classes outside the required curriculum that can complement your technical courses by helping you to develop an understanding of the broader world and cultures, appreciation of the arts, and develop communication skills. Think seriously about your choices, and use them to enhance your educational experience.

Humanities/Social Science (H/SS) courses are generally non-technical in nature. Properly chosen, H/SS electives can complement your technical courses by helping you develop an understanding of the problems facing our society, a historical consciousness, a sense of values, knowledge of other cultures, an appreciation of the fine arts, and an ability to think logically and communicate effectively. Think seriously about your choices, and use them to enhance your educational experience. Engineering students are encouraged to complete a minor or even a second major in these disciplines.

If you are interested in taking a non-technical course that is not on the H/SS Electives List, please submit a H/SS request. Please do not submit any courses in STEM subjects including, for example, accounting, biology, chemistry, engineering, environmental science, finance, geology, mathematics, physics, statistics, or courses with technical topics like data, analytics, technology, drafting. Please always check Degree Navigator or consult with your advising dean if you have any doubt about whether you have completed the H/SS & Economics requirement for engineering.

A technical elective is math- or science-related course that lies outside your major's core curriculum. Engineering students are required to take 2-3 technical electives, depending on your major. Consult with your department for the list of acceptable technical elective courses in your major.

A general elective is almost any course offered in the university, with a few exceptions. Most Engineering majors require 3 credits to fulfill the general elective requirements; the Chemical option in Chemical Engineering requires 6 credits.

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As a helpful resource, every major in the College of Engineering publishes curriculum sheets each year. These handouts provide general information about the degree requirements, admission to major coursework, general education category requirements, and a sample projection of coursework.

Curriculum sheets are approved each year to reflect changes to program requirements. The program requirements you must meet are determined by your admit term, or your first term of undergraduate enrollment at Ohio State. Below are the curriculum sheets for students admitted during the current academic year.

Engineering students take common courses until junior year, when they choose a specialization: biomedical, computer, or environmental engineering. Each specialization involves taking 3 specialty seminar courses, 1 specialty lab course, and 2 specialty capstone design courses.

At ECU Engineering, this process begins in freshman year classes that examine the engineering profession and ethics. Students also meet the engineering faculty in their first year and learn about their research and career interests. When students declare a concentration, the faculty within that concentration take the lead in developing career awareness and career advising.

Once admitted to the University, the curriculum sheet that you are eligible to follow is the one for the first academic year (catalog year) in which you matriculate (admitted to a degree program) at URI. For example, if you are admitted to URI for fall 2021 or spring 2022, the first curriculum sheet you can follow is for the Catalog Year 2021. You cannot follow an earlier curriculum sheet (e.g., Catalog Year 2020, 2019, 2018, etc.).

Click here to view the guides that will show how you can complete your engineering and language degree requirements in 5 years. Your Engineering-specific curriculum sheet must also be reviewed each semester to ensure all Engineering Bachelor of Science requirements are satisfied. In addition to using these documents, you must meet with your Engineering academic advisor and IEP Language Program Director each semester to confirm you remain on track as needed.

All engineering students must satisfy University General Education requirements. These requirements can vary by major, and are listed on the curriculum sheet for each program and corresponding academic year. Consult the appropriate General Education Guide and your engineering academic advisor to ensure you are fulfilling these categories as needed.

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