EGEN 102 - Introduction to Engineering Computer Applications

Credit(s): 3

Prerequisite(s): M 171.
This course introduces engineering students to some of the computer tools that they can use in analyzing problems that arise in the various fields of engineering. Excel spreadsheets help engineers solve their problems quickly and easily. MathCAD and MATLAB are mathematics software that incorporate numeric computation, symbolic computation and scientific visualization. (Fall Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Solve math and calculus based engineering problems using spreadsheets (Excel) or math development software (MATLAB).
Select right tools for the analysis of given engineering problem.
Use advanced features of software programs to efficiently perform repetitive tasks.
Present results of analysis in professional format.