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Schedule & Syllabus




Spring Semester 2014
Registration begins November18
Offices Open January 2
Faculty Return January 6
Last Day to Register/Pay for spring classes January 11

Project and class HW's:

For Tu-Th class, HW's are due on Tuesday,
10% per day will be taken off for late HW's
Weekday Classes Begin January 13

Week 1: Jan 13-17 Introduction, The engineering method & heuristics,
History of Engineering, Chapter 1
  HW #1 Engineering Product – Writes a report, and give a short 5 minute presentation on an interesting product that was created by an engineer.  The product chosen should be sufficiently complex that it requires advanced engineering skills to build it (in other words, don’t choose something as simple as “a table” to do your report on), but specific enough that a general understanding is possible in a short report (ie, instead of choosing something like an entire airplane, choose only one part of the airplane, like a jet engine, to do your report on.) Use your own words, and reference the internet sites (or books) that you get your information from. 

MLK Holiday (colleges closed) January 20

Week 2: Jan 21 – 24
Writing as an engineer, How to give a good presentation., Overview of the different engineering disciplines,  HW #1 Due, Engineering Product presentations
HW#2: Engineering discipline paper Write a report, and give a short informal presentation on the engineering discipline that appeals to you the most.  If you plan on perusing a degree in this field, create an academic plan outlining what classes you need to take, and what university you would like to transfer to.  If you do not plan on perusing an engineering degree, discuss what engineers you might end up working around, and what background you need to have in order to effectively communicate with them.   Identify 3 companies who hire engineers from your chosen discipline, and discuss the types of jobs they offer. 


Official Day January 27
Week 3: Jan 27-30
typical day in the life of an engineer, Chapter 2, Learning styles,
Succeeding in the classroom (chapter 7), physics review
HW#2 paper and presentation due

HW#3: Physics worksheet
Week 4: Feb 3-7 Engineering Project – assign teams, teamwork and project management,  
Project HW #1:  Project proposal report.  As a group, write a report on brainstormed project ideas, choose an idea, and create a schedule for team meetings. HW #3 due

Week 5: Feb 10-14 HW #4 Statics intro and lab, #1 Project proposal due



Week 6: Feb 17-21: Finish up Statics lab, working with excel, Intro to Circuits.
HW #5 Circuits prelab worksheet
, #4, Statics lab due Feb 20th
Week 7: Feb 24-27:  Circuits lab,  HW #5 due
Review for midterm,
HW #6 Circuits lab writeup.  See HW #6 page.
 
Week 8: March 3-7 
#6 circuits lab due, Review for midterm,  1st Midterm,
Project HW #2: As a team, write a memo with background info on current products similar to what you would like to make.  Discuss improvements you want to make to current models, and present a sketch with a materials list of what you are going to make. Collect materials, and begin construction of group project.

Mid - Semester Break (offices closed March 10-16)

Week 9: March 17-21 Project HW #2 Due
HW #7 Intro to C++, programming lab
Week 10: March 24-28 HW #7 Intro to Mathematica and Mathematica lab,
#6 C++ programming lab due

Last day to drop and receive "W" April 3

Week 11: March 31-April 4 HW #8 Parts of a computer, and computer building lab, #7 Mathematica lab due.
Week 12: April 7-11Ethics and Engineering (Ch 15), Engineering Code of Ethics,
HW # 9 Engineering disaster case study. 

#8 Computer lab due

Week 13: April 14-18 HW # 10
Intro to Dynamics, and Dynamics lab
HW #9 due

Spring Holiday (offices closed) April 18-20
Week 14: April 21-25 Professional Registration and Licensure,

Group project presentations, and reports due., Project presentations.
HW # 10 due  Finish group engineering projects,

Week 15: April 28 – May 2nd Project presentations cont.  Review for final.
Final Exams: May5-11
Grades due in MyLoneStar (4 pm) May 13
Commencement May9-10




ENGR 1201 Introduction to Engineering Syllabus
Spring 2014 - Dr. Jamie L. Turner
Contact Information: C: 303-842-4554   Email:Jamie.L.Turner@lonestar.edu

Course Schedule                   Prerequisite                   Credit Hours
TuTh 8:30-9:20 KW -CLA106              MATH 1314                                2 credit hours
W 12:00-1:40 A - center 226

Course Description
An introduction to the field of engineering. Students will learn about engineering
careers, teamwork, engineering design, success in college, the teaching and learning
process, and professional development. The class will also serve to prepare students for
more advanced engineering coursework.

Required Materials
·                      Oakes, William C., Leone, Les L., and Gunn, Craig J. Engineering Your Future –A Comprehensive Introduction to Engineering, 7th Ed., Oxford University Press.
·                     3 ring binder with dividers, blank paper to take notes with, pencil, basic calculator.  Bring your binder to class each day, organize it with sections for: Notes, Homework, Labs, Group Project, Graded papers, etc.
·                      Recommended – USB flash drive

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, making use of group projects, lab exercises, computer
programs, written assignments and exams, you will be able to:
1. Describe the engineering profession and engineering ethics, including
professional practice and licensure.
2. Use technical communication skills to explain the analysis and results of
introductory laboratory exercises in engineering and computer science.
3. Explain the engineering analysis and design process.
4. Analyze data collected during laboratory exercises designed to expose students to
the different engineering disciplines.
5. Describe the impact engineering has had on the modern world.
6. As part of a team, design a simple engineering device, write a design report, and
present the design.
7. Demonstrate computer literacy.

Topics
History of engineering, impact of engineering on the modern world, and future engineering opportunities. Engineering fields and functions. Fundamental engineering principles – statics, circuits, dynamics. Lab exploration of the major engineering fields. Introduction to C programming and Mathematica. Group engineering design project and presentation. Engineering ethics. Engineering profession and professional registration and licensure. Engineering analysis and design process

Evaluation
Grades will be based on the following:
Quiz, attendance, & participation 10%  - There will be short quizzes at the beginning of some classes over reading assignments and previous material covered in class.  Coming late will probably result in getting an F on that day’s quiz.
Homework  30% - Homework includes various writing assignments, computer projects, and other work as specified in class.  These are generally individual assignments. 10% per day will be taken off per day for work that is turned in late.
Group Project 30% - Throughout the course you will work on a team project.  This will include designing, constructing, and testing a simple device, writing reports, and giving a presentation.  10% of this grade will be based on instructor and team-member evaluations of each individual’s contribution to their group. 
Exams (Midterm and Final) 30% Partial credit will be given, the more work you show, the more credit you will get. 
Total points for the course 100%

Letter Grade Assignment
A (90% - 100%), B (80% - 89%), C (70% - 79%), D (60% - 69%), F (Failed)
Makeup Exams
You are expected to take all of your tests with the class at the scheduled times. Make-ups are rarely given and are given at my discretion. 

Syllabus Change
While every attempt has been made to prepare this syllabus and class schedule in final
form, it will be the instructor's prerogative to make any changes as may be deemed
necessary in order to meet the learning outcomes of the course. 
Advising
Dr. Sharon Kenemore, Division Councilor, CLA201 J, 281-312-1574
Tutoring Coordinator PAC 200, 281-312-1662
Writing Learning Center, Appointment tutoring PAC 200, 281-312-1439
DS Writing Lab, LIB 219
Writing Center, PAC 208
Math Appointment Tutoring, PAC 200, 281-312-1439
DS Math Tutoring Lab, CLA 215, MW 11-3:30, TuTh 11-4:30, F 11-1:30
1314+ Math Tutoring Lab, PAC 204, 205, 208, 10:00-3:00
Computer Lab PAC 201

Campus Safety
LSC is committed to maintaining the safety of the students, faculty, staff, and guests while visiting any of our campuses.  Seehttp://www.lonestar.edu/oem.htm for details.  Register at http://lonestar.edu/12803.htm to receive emergency notifications.  In the event of an emergency, contact LSCS Police at 281-290-5911, or X5911.

Software Piracy
Law strictly prohibits unauthorized copying of software purchased by Lone Star College
Kingwood for use in laboratories. Lone Star College administration will take appropriate disciplinary action against anyone violating copyright laws.

Attendance Policy
Regular and punctual attendance is extremely important for success in engineering classes. There are no excused absences.  Attendance is mandatory and more than four (4) partial or full absences might result in a drop.  (Partial absence include tardiness and/or leaving early).  If you do miss a class, it is your responsibility to contact me or another student for assignments before the next class.  Work assigned during your absence and due the next class meeting is due regardless of prior absences.  
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Classroom Behavior
Cell phones and other electronic devices must be turned off during class. The Lone Star College Catalog [Student Conduct, Section 562.01d] states, “Disruptive activity that hinders other students’ learning or deters an instructor from effective teaching will not be tolerated under any circumstances.”  Examples of disruptive behavior include, but are not limited to, talking while the instructor is teaching, discussing non-engineering issues during class, coming to class late, leaving class early, using profane language, sleeping, using food and/or tobacco products, etc.
http://www.lonestar.edu/conduct.htm

Withdraw Policy
If you are having difficulty that might impact your ability to complete the course, it is vital that you contact me to discuss your options.  Never attending or ceasing to attend class does not constitute a withdrawal or drop.  You remain registered until you file a drop/Withdrawal Form by the appropriate deadline.  The drop form requires the instructor’s signature.  Failure to act in a timely manner will result in a grade of “F” for the course.  It is the student’s responsibility to turn in all Drop/withdrawal forms and follow up to make sure they were processed as desired.

Academic Integrity
LSC will not tolerate cheating or plagiarism.  Any student caught cheating or plagiarizing, or aiding another student in cheating or plagiarizing on a quiz or test, will receive a zero for that test or assignment.  Students subject to penalty due to academic dishonesty have the right to appeal to the MEES Dean, Shelley Caraway, or Dr. Stephanie Doyen. 
http://www.lonestar.edu/departments/studentservices/academic_integrity_brochure.pdf

Instructor-Initiated Drop

A student may be dropped form the class with an “F” for repeated disruptive behavior or for repeated violations of academic integrity.  
Computer Virus Protection
Computer viruses are, unfortunately, a fact of life. Using the diskettes on more than one
computer creates the possibility of infecting computers and diskettes with a computer
virus. This exposes the computers of the campus, your personal computer, and any others
you may be using to potentially damaging viruses. The campus has aggressive anti-virus
procedures in place to protect its computers, but cannot guarantee that a virus might not
temporarily infect one of its machines. It is your responsibility to protect all computers
under your control and use and ensure that each diskette you use, whenever or wherever
you use it, has been scanned with anti-virus software. Since new viruses arise continually,
your anti-virus software must be kept current. And, since no anti-virus software will find
every virus, keeping copies of data (backups) is extremely important.

ADA Statement

LSC is dedicated to providing the least restrictive environment for all students.  Any student with a verifiable learning or physical disability who requires course modification must speak to the instructor in private regarding the disability.  A request for accommodation must be made through the ADA Counselor, Ms. Coulson-Liebst at 281-312-1453, and submitted to the instructor no later than the third day of class.
See Lone Star College catalog or go to 
http://www.lonestar.edu/disability-services.htm



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