Electrical Mechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science Degree
Electrical Mechanical Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science Degree
An electromechanical engineering degree that explores the fundamentals of mechatronics, which involves the integration of mechanics, electrical circuits, microprocessors, mathematics, materials technology, computer-aided engineering, and design.
Overview for Electrical Mechanical Engineering Technology BS
This program is no longer accepting new student applications.
Students interested in electronics, mechanical systems, computers, imaging and sensing, automation, and robotics are encouraged to consider the mechatronics engineering technology BS program.
With the increased complexity of products and production design, which includes the integration of software, electronics with mechanical and electrical components (mechatronics), there is a growing need for professionals who have a strong foundation in the electrical, mechanical, programming and manufacturing disciplines. The electrical mechanical engineering technology major prepares students for careers in engineering disciplines where the integration of mechanical, electrical, programming and manufacturing disciplines is important. Students develop skills that explore the fundamentals of mechanics, electrical circuits, and microprocessors, mathematics, materials technology, computer-aided engineering, and design. The electromechanical engineering major will develop well-rounded electrical mechanical engineers as lifelong learners with the ability to adapt, grow, and succeed in mechatronics, electromechanical engineering environment, or similar highly competitive workplaces.
With both the increased complexity of product design and the merger of mechanical and electrical aspects of design, there is a growing need for professionals who have a strong foundation in the electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing disciplines. Graduates from the electrical mechanical engineering technology program are able to effectively bridge the gap between coworkers with more specialized backgrounds.
The electromechanical engineering degree prepares graduates for professional careers in the broad field of engineering technology, where the integration of mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing disciplines is important. We also provide the maximum amount of flexibility in transfer from other RIT programs and a variety of two-year programs, including engineering science and engineering technology.
What You'll Study
Students develop skills in courses that explore the fundamentals of mechanics, electrical circuits, and microprocessors, mathematics, materials technology, computer-aided engineering, and design. Later, course work focuses on both mechanical and electrical analysis and design. The major includes two technical electives and two free electives and includes a substantial amount of laboratory and project work. Teamwork, technical writing, and computer use are emphasized throughout the curriculum, which includes the presentation of industry-relevant team projects.
The major will develop well-rounded electrical mechanical engineers as lifelong learners with the ability to adapt, grow, and succeed in mechatronics, electromechanical engineering environment, or similar highly competitive workplace. The required cooperative education experience prepares students to step into professional positions after graduation and be immediately productive in careers focused on mechatronics development, electromechanical system design, and analysis, alternative energy, or system engineering.
Get Involved
Activities and Professional Organizations
Students have an opportunity to participate in regional and national design competitions such as the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) BAJA team, SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge team, Formula SAE Racing and SAE Formula Electric teams. Students are also encouraged to participate in the student chapters of professional societies such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the Society of Woman Engineers, the National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, and Society of Automotive Engineers.
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Curriculum for 2024-2025 for Electrical Mechanical Engineering Technology BS
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Electrical Mechanical Engineering Technology, BS degree, typical course sequence
| Course | Sem. Cr. Hrs. | |
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| First Year | ||
| CHMG-131 | General Education – Scientific Principles Perspective: General Chemistry for Engineers This rigorous course is primarily for, but not limited to, engineering students. Topics include an introduction to some basic concepts in chemistry, stoichiometry, First Law of Thermodynamics, thermochemistry, electronic theory of composition and structure, and chemical bonding. The lecture is supported by workshop-style problem sessions. Offered in traditional and online format. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| EEET-111 | DC Circuits Develops the skills to analyze and design practical DC circuits used in electronic devices. Topics include resistance with circuit techniques of Ohm's Law; current and voltage division; simplification of series, parallel, series-parallel circuits: bridge and ladder networks: Kirchhoff's source conversions, branch analysis; Thevenin and Norton theorems; superposition theorems and nodal analysis. Inductance and capacitance are introduced and transient circuits are studied. (Co-requisites: EEET-112 and (MATH-111 or MATH-171 or MATH-181 or MATH-181A) or equivalent course.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| EEET-112 | DC Circuits Lab Develops skills and practice in the design, fabrication, measurement and analysis of practical DC circuits used in electronic devices. Topics include the measurement relative to: resistance, current, and voltage with circuit techniques of Ohm's Law; current and voltage division; simplification of series, parallel, series-parallel circuits: bridge and ladder networks: Kirchhoff's Laws; power; and transient circuit behavior. Laboratory verification of DC analytical and techniques is included. Printed circuit board (PCB) design, fabrication, and assembly is also included emphasizing the development of soldering skill proficiency. (Co-requisites: EEET-111 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall, Spring). |
1 |
| MATH-171 | General Education – Mathematical Perspective A: Calculus A This is the first course in a three-course sequence (COS-MATH-171, -172, -173). This course includes a study of precalculus, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, continuity, and differentiability. Limits of functions are used to study continuity and differentiability. The study of the derivative includes the definition, basic rules, and implicit differentiation. Applications of the derivative include optimization and related-rates problems. (Prerequisites: Completion of the math placement exam or C- or better in MATH-111 or C- or better in ((NMTH-260 or NMTH-272 or NMTH-275) and NMTH-220) or equivalent course.) Lecture 5 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| MATH-172 | General Education – Mathematical Perspective B: Calculus B This is the second course in three-course sequence (COS-MATH-171, -172, -173). The course includes Riemann sums, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, techniques of integration, and applications of the definite integral. The techniques of integration include substitution and integration by parts. The applications of the definite integral include areas between curves, and the calculation of volume. (Prerequisites: C- or better in MATH-171 or 1016-171T or 1016-281 or 1016-231 or equivalent course.) Lecture 5 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| MCET-101 | Fundamentals of Engineering Students will apply engineering problem solving methods used in industry to complete projects involving engineering topics such as mechanics, circuits, robotics, and thermodynamics. Software tools are used to model their designs, perform design calculations, collect and analyze data. Finally, students will present their work professionally using both written and oral communication software. The goal of the class is to have students become familiar with the many aspects of mechanical engineering through hands on, experiential learning and prepares them to work professionally and effectively in a team setting both in college and in industry. (This class is restricted to MCET-BS or MECA-BS or RMET-BS or EEET-BS or CPET-BS or ENGTEH-UND students.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| MCET-110 | Foundations of Metals This class explores the commonly used engineering metals. Differentiation of materials, with a focus on metals, is made based on an understanding and control of fundamental material properties. This knowledge of properties and materials then informs analysis of which metals are selected for various applications. Corrosion and its mitigation are explored. Materials selection software and internet resources are used. (Prerequisites: This class is restricted to MCET-BS or MECA-BS or RMET-BS or EMET-BS or ENGTEH-UND students.
Corequisites: MCET-111 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring). |
2 |
| MCET-111 | Characterization of Metals Lab This lab class accompanies MCET-110 Foundations of Materials. An emphasis is placed on determining material, primarily metals, properties though experimentation and references, and analyzing why a particular material was selected for an application based on the materials properties. Differentiation of materials families is made based on properties. A variety of discovery activities are used to explore the world of metals, including labs of various types, materials selection software, and internet resources. (Co-requisites: MCET-110 or equivalent course.) Lab 1 (Fall, Spring). |
1 |
| MFET-105 | Machine Tools Lab |
1 |
| MFET-120 | Manufacturing Processes |
3 |
| PHYS-111 | General Education – Natural Science Inquiry Perspective: College Physics I This is an introductory course in algebra-based physics focusing on mechanics and waves. Topics include kinematics, planar motion, Newton’s laws, gravitation; rotational kinematics and dynamics; work and energy; momentum and impulse; conservation laws; simple harmonic motion; waves; data presentation/analysis and error propagation. The course is taught using both traditional lectures and a workshop format that integrates material traditionally found in separate lecture, recitation, and laboratory settings. Attendance at the scheduled evening sessions of this class is required for exams. There will be 2 or 3 of these evening exams during the semester. Competency in algebra, geometry and trigonometry is required. Lab 4, Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring, Summer). |
4 |
| UWRT-150 | General Education – First-Year Writing: FYW: Writing Seminar (WI) Writing Seminar is a three-credit course limited to 19 students per section. The course is designed to develop first-year students’ proficiency in analytical and rhetorical reading and writing, and critical thinking. Students will read, understand, and interpret a variety of non-fiction texts representing different cultural perspectives and/or academic disciplines. These texts are designed to challenge students intellectually and to stimulate their writing for a variety of contexts and purposes. Through inquiry-based assignment sequences, students will develop academic research and literacy practices that will be further strengthened throughout their academic careers. Particular attention will be given to the writing process, including an emphasis on teacher-student conferencing, critical self-assessment, class discussion, peer review, formal and informal writing, research, and revision. Small class size promotes frequent student-instructor and student-student interaction. The course also emphasizes the principles of intellectual property and academic integrity for both current academic and future professional writing. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer). |
3 |
| YOPS-10 | RIT 365: RIT Connections RIT 365 students participate in experiential learning opportunities designed to launch them into their career at RIT, support them in making multiple and varied connections across the university, and immerse them in processes of competency development. Students will plan for and reflect on their first-year experiences, receive feedback, and develop a personal plan for future action in order to develop foundational self-awareness and recognize broad-based professional competencies. (This class is restricted to incoming 1st year or global campus students.) Lecture 1 (Fall, Spring). |
0 |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 |
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| COMM-142 | General Education – Elective: Introduction to Technical Communication This course introduces students to current best practices in written and visual technical communication including writing effective email, short and long technical reports and presentations, developing instructional material, and learning the principles and practices of ethical technical communication. Course activities focus on engineering and scientific technical documents. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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| COMM-221 | General Education – Elective: Public Relations Writing This course covers a variety of forms of writing for public relations, including news releases, newsletters, backgrounders, public service announcements, magazine queries, interviews, coverage memos, media alerts, features, trade press releases, and public presentations. Students will write for a variety of media including print, broadcast, and the web. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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| COMM-253 | General Education – Elective: Communication An introduction to communication contexts and processes emphasizing both conceptual and practical dimensions. Participants engage in public speaking, small group problem solving and leadership, and writing exercises while acquiring theoretical background appropriate to understanding these skills. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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| ENGL-360 | General Education – Elective: Written Argument |
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| ENGL-361 | General Education – Elective: Technical Writing |
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| TCOM-325 | General Education – Elective: Business Communication |
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| Second Year | ||
| CPET-121 | General Education – Elective: Computational Problem Solving I This is the first course in a two-course sequence in computational problem solving of engineering and scientific problems. The problems solved will stress the application of sequence, selection, repetitive, invocation operations, and arrays. The development of proper testing procedures to ensure computational accuracy will be stressed. Students, upon successful completion of this course, will be able to analyze introductory engineering and scientific problems, design, code, test, and document procedural software solutions. Lec/Lab 4 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| EEET-121 | AC Circuits Develops the skills to analyze and design practical AC circuits used in electrical systems. Topics include network theorems, reactance and impedance, AC power and power factor, resonance, maximum power transfer, frequency response, and bandwidth. (Prerequisites: C- or better in (EEET-111 and EEET-112) or 0609-215 or equivalent courses.
Co-requisites: EEET-122 and MATH-171 or MATH-181 or MATH-181A.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| EEET-122 | AC Circuits Lab Develops skills and practice in the design, fabrication, measurement, and analysis of practical AC circuits used in electrical systems. Topics include network theorems, reactance and impedance, AC power and power factor, resonance, maximum power transfer, frequency response, and bandwidth. (Co-requisites: EEET-121 or equivalent courses.) Lab 2 (Fall, Spring). |
1 |
| EEET-225 | Electronic Amplifiers Develop the skills to analyze and design electronic circuits. Topics include: semiconductor theory, diodes, transistors and multiple operational amplifier applications including: current sources, strain gauge amplifiers, differential amplifiers and comparator circuits. (Prerequisites: EEET-121 and EEET-122 or 0609-411 or equivalent course.
Co-Requisites: EEET-226 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Spring). |
2 |
| EEET-226 | Electronic Amplifiers Laboratory Students, upon completion of this course, will be able to use laboratory tools to analyze and troubleshoot electronic circuits. They will be able to operate a power supply, multi-meter, function generator, and oscilloscope. (EEET-225 Coreq) Lab 2 (Spring). |
1 |
| EMET-290 | Mechanics for Mechatronics |
3 |
| ENGT-95 | Career Seminar This course is an introduction to the cooperative educational program at RIT, the programs in the department, and RIT resources. Topics include engineering technology vs. engineering, review of resources available at RIT, the cooperative education placement process, and the ethical expectations of employers for co-op students and RIT during a job search. Seminar 1 (Fall, Spring). |
0 |
| MATH-211 | General Education – Elective: Elements of Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations This course includes an introduction to differential equations, Laplace transforms, numerical methods in differential equations, and the calculus of functions of two variables. The emphasis is on the application of these topics to problems in engineering technology. (Prerequisites: C- or better MATH-172 or MATH-182 or MATH 182A or 1016-232 or equivalent course.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| MCET-150 | Engineering Communication and Tolerancing A course that integrates basic engineering techniques. Topics will emphasize the design and communication of components through the use of hand sketching, solid modeling, dimensioning, tolerancing, and current GD&T standards. Students will be expected to design, build, inspect, and integrate GD&T into designs. (This class is restricted to MCET-BS or MECA-BS or RMET-BS or EMET-BS or ENGTEH-UND students.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Spring). |
3 |
| MCET-220 | Principles of Statics This course provides an introduction to the analysis and design of structures and machines. Students learn to calculate unknown forces using the concept of equilibrium and free body diagrams and to calculate simple stresses and deflections for axially loaded members. Topics include forces, moments, free body diagrams, equilibrium, friction, stress, strain, and deflection. Examples are drawn from mechanical, manufacturing, and civil engineering technology. Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| PHYS-112 | General Education – Elective: College Physics II This course is an introduction to algebra-based physics focusing on thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and elementary topics in modern physics. Topics include heat and temperature, laws of thermodynamics, electric and magnetic forces and fields, DC and AC electrical circuits, electromagnetic induction, the concept of the photon, and the Bohr model of the atom. The course is taught using both traditional lectures and a workshop format that integrates material traditionally found in separate lecture, recitation, and laboratory settings. Attendance at the scheduled evening sessions of this class is required for exams. There will be 2 or 3 of these evening exams during the semester. (Prerequisites: PHYS-111 or PHYS-211 or equivalent course.) Lab 4, Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring). |
4 |
| STAT-145 | General Education – Elective: Introduction to Statistics I This course introduces statistical methods of extracting meaning from data, and basic inferential statistics. Topics covered include data and data integrity, exploratory data analysis, data visualization, numeric summary measures, the normal distribution, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. The emphasis of the course is on statistical thinking rather than computation. Statistical software is used. (Prerequisites: Any 100 level MATH course, or NMTH-260 or NMTH-272 or NMTH-275 or (NMTH-250 with a C- or better) or a Math Placement Exam score of at least 35.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer). |
3 |
General Education – Artistic Perspective |
3 | |
| Third Year | ||
| EEET-247 | Microprocessors and Digital Systems Applications of a contemporary digital designs and microcontrollers will be used to teach students digital logic, microcontroller programming, and microcontroller interfacing. This course is intended as a service course for non-electrical majors who have not taken the digital fundamentals course. (Prerequisites: (MATH-111 or MATH-171 or MATH-181 or MATH-181A) or (NMTH-260 or NMTH-272 or NMTH-275 and NMTH-220) and CPET-121 or equivalent courses.
Co-requisites: EEET-248 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Fall). |
2 |
| EEET-248 | Microprocessors and Digital Systems Laboratory This laboratory covers applications of microcontroller fundamentals. Topics include digital logic, microcontroller programming and interfacing. The activities for this course utilize typical microcontroller and application hardware. (Prerequisites: MATH-111 or MATH-171 or MATH-181 or MATH-181A and CPET-121 or equivalent course.
Co-requisites: EEET-247 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall). |
1 |
| EMET-499 | EMET Co-op (spring, summer) |
0 |
| MCET-210 | Foundations of Non-Metallic Materials This course will cover the process of selecting a best material for a given design application with a focus on polymeric materials. To support this process material families, strengthening mechanisms, and degradation mechanisms and prevention will be studied. The materials selection process will include economic, ecological, and ethical considerations. An emphasis is placed on the interrelationship of structure, process, and properties. This class expands upon concepts presented in MCET-110. (Prerequisites: C- or better in (CHMG-131 or CHMG-141 or CHEM-151) and (MCET-110 and MCET-111) or (NETS-110 and NETS-111) or (MECE-304 or MECE-305 and MECE-306) or equivalent courses.
Corequisite: MCET-211 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring). |
2 |
| MCET-211 | Characterization of Non-Metallic Materials Lab This course will consist of laboratory experiences which focus on property characterization of the properties of polymeric materials. (Co-requisites: MCET-210 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall, Spring). |
1 |
| MFET-340 | Automation Control Systems |
2 |
| MFET-341 | Automation Control Systems Lab |
1 |
| STAT-146 | General Education – Elective: Introduction to Statistics II This course is an elementary introduction to the topics of regression and analysis of variance. The statistical software package Minitab will be used to reinforce these techniques. The focus of this course is on business applications. This is a general introductory statistics course and is intended for a broad range of programs. (Prerequisites: STAT-145 or equivalent course.) Lecture 6 (Fall, Spring, Summer). |
4 |
General Education – Ethical Perspective |
3 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| EEET-241 | Electrical Machines and Transformers Develops the knowledge and ability to analyze and specify motors, generators, and transformers for use in systems such as wind turbines and electric vehicles. Topics include efficiency, energy conservation, power factor, magnetism, electro-magnetic force, fields, armatures, commutators, rotors, stators, brushes, starters, controllers, DC machines, AC motors, alternators, single phase and three phase dynamos, three phase circuits, phasors, transformer properties, isolation, efficiency, and voltage regulation. (Prerequisites: (EEET-115 and EEET-116) or (EEET-121 and EEET-122) or (EEET-215 and EEET-216) or equivalent courses.
Co-requisites: EEET-242 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring). |
2 |
| EEET-242 | Electrical Machines and Transformers Lab Provides experience with motors, generators, and transformers. Topics include power factor, magnetism, electro-magnetic force, fields, armatures, commutators, rotors, stators, brushes, starters, controllers, DC machines, AC motors, alternators, single phase and three phase dynamos, three phase circuits, phasors, transformer properties, isolation, efficiency, and voltage regulation. (Prerequisites: (EEET-115 and EEET-116) or (EEET-121 and EEET-122) or (EEET-215 and EEET-216) or equivalent courses.
Co-requisite: EEET-241 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall, Spring). |
1 |
| EEET-427 | Control Systems Develops the knowledge of control system concepts and applies them to electromechanical systems. Systems are characterized and modeled using linear systems methods, focused with a controls perspective. Impulse responses, step responses, and transfer functions are reviewed. Principles of stability and damping are developed and applied to the specification and design of open and closed loop compensators to deliver specific input-output performance. Laboratory exercises are designed to illustrate concepts, reinforce analysis and design skills, and develop instrumentation techniques associated with the lecture topics. Student must register for BOTH the Lecture and Laboratory components of this course. (Prerequisites: (MATH-211 or MATH-231) and ((CPET-253 or (CPET-251 and CPET-252)) or ((EEET-247 and EEET-248) or (CPET-133)) or equivalent courses.) Lab 2, Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
4 |
| EMET-419 | Experimental Methods for EMET (WI) |
3 |
| EMET-499 | EMET Co-op (summer) |
0 |
| MCET-430 | Thermal Fluid Science I This course provides an introduction to the properties of pure substances, gas laws, first law of thermodynamics, along with an introduction to fluid mechanics are studied and applied. Students learn through an integrated presentation of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics how to approach and solve reasonable thermal-fluid problems. Topics include the first law of thermodynamics, specific heat, ideal gases, work, energy, lumped systems, fluid statics, conservation of mass/energy, laminar, and turbulent flow. Examples are drawn from mechanical, and electrical mechanical engineering technology. (Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in PHYS-112 or PHYS-212 or (PHYS-208 and PHYS-209) or equivalent courses.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| MCET-530 | Thermal Fluid Science II This course provides an in-depth coverage on the application of the first and second law of thermodynamics and conservation principles, mass and energy, to the analysis of open systems and power cycles, including refrigeration, heat pump and power cycles. It also introduces the fundamentals of heat transfer theory, conduction, radiation, free and forced convection, and its application to heat exchangers including free surface and conduit flow. Case studies based on real-world thermal systems are used to illustrate the connection between these interdisciplinary subjects. (Prerequisites: C- or better in MCET-430 or (MECE-210 and MECE-211) or equivalent course.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| MFET-436 | Engineering Economics |
3 |
General Education – Global Perspective |
3 | |
General Education – Elective |
3 | |
General Education – Immersion 1, 2 |
6 | |
| Fifth Year | ||
| EMET-499 | EMET Co-op (fall) |
0 |
General Education – Social Perspective |
3 | |
General Education – Immersion 3 |
3 | |
Open Electives |
6 | |
Technical Elective |
3 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 127 |
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Please see General Education Curriculum (GE) for more information.
(WI) Refers to a writing intensive course within the major.
Please see Wellness Education Requirement for more information. Students completing bachelor's degrees are required to complete two different Wellness courses.
Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s option
Accelerated dual degree options are for undergraduate students with outstanding academic records. Upon acceptance, well-qualified undergraduate students can begin graduate study before completing their BS degree, shortening the time it takes to earn both degrees. Students should consult an academic adviser for more information.
Electrical Mechanical Engineering Technology, BS degree/Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration, MS degree, typical course sequence
| Course | Sem. Cr. Hrs. | |
|---|---|---|
| First Year | ||
| CHMG-131 | General Education – Scientific Principles Perspective: General Chemistry for Engineers This rigorous course is primarily for, but not limited to, engineering students. Topics include an introduction to some basic concepts in chemistry, stoichiometry, First Law of Thermodynamics, thermochemistry, electronic theory of composition and structure, and chemical bonding. The lecture is supported by workshop-style problem sessions. Offered in traditional and online format. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| EEET-111 | DC Circuits Develops the skills to analyze and design practical DC circuits used in electronic devices. Topics include resistance with circuit techniques of Ohm's Law; current and voltage division; simplification of series, parallel, series-parallel circuits: bridge and ladder networks: Kirchhoff's source conversions, branch analysis; Thevenin and Norton theorems; superposition theorems and nodal analysis. Inductance and capacitance are introduced and transient circuits are studied. (Co-requisites: EEET-112 and (MATH-111 or MATH-171 or MATH-181 or MATH-181A) or equivalent course.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| EEET-112 | DC Circuits Lab Develops skills and practice in the design, fabrication, measurement and analysis of practical DC circuits used in electronic devices. Topics include the measurement relative to: resistance, current, and voltage with circuit techniques of Ohm's Law; current and voltage division; simplification of series, parallel, series-parallel circuits: bridge and ladder networks: Kirchhoff's Laws; power; and transient circuit behavior. Laboratory verification of DC analytical and techniques is included. Printed circuit board (PCB) design, fabrication, and assembly is also included emphasizing the development of soldering skill proficiency. (Co-requisites: EEET-111 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall, Spring). |
1 |
| MATH-171 | General Education – Mathematical Perspective A: Calculus A This is the first course in a three-course sequence (COS-MATH-171, -172, -173). This course includes a study of precalculus, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, continuity, and differentiability. Limits of functions are used to study continuity and differentiability. The study of the derivative includes the definition, basic rules, and implicit differentiation. Applications of the derivative include optimization and related-rates problems. (Prerequisites: Completion of the math placement exam or C- or better in MATH-111 or C- or better in ((NMTH-260 or NMTH-272 or NMTH-275) and NMTH-220) or equivalent course.) Lecture 5 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| MATH-172 | General Education – Mathematical Perspective B: Calculus B This is the second course in three-course sequence (COS-MATH-171, -172, -173). The course includes Riemann sums, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, techniques of integration, and applications of the definite integral. The techniques of integration include substitution and integration by parts. The applications of the definite integral include areas between curves, and the calculation of volume. (Prerequisites: C- or better in MATH-171 or 1016-171T or 1016-281 or 1016-231 or equivalent course.) Lecture 5 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| MCET-101 | Fundamentals of Engineering Students will apply engineering problem solving methods used in industry to complete projects involving engineering topics such as mechanics, circuits, robotics, and thermodynamics. Software tools are used to model their designs, perform design calculations, collect and analyze data. Finally, students will present their work professionally using both written and oral communication software. The goal of the class is to have students become familiar with the many aspects of mechanical engineering through hands on, experiential learning and prepares them to work professionally and effectively in a team setting both in college and in industry. (This class is restricted to MCET-BS or MECA-BS or RMET-BS or EEET-BS or CPET-BS or ENGTEH-UND students.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall, Spring). |
3 |
| MCET-110 | Foundations of Metals This class explores the commonly used engineering metals. Differentiation of materials, with a focus on metals, is made based on an understanding and control of fundamental material properties. This knowledge of properties and materials then informs analysis of which metals are selected for various applications. Corrosion and its mitigation are explored. Materials selection software and internet resources are used. (Prerequisites: This class is restricted to MCET-BS or MECA-BS or RMET-BS or EMET-BS or ENGTEH-UND students.
Corequisites: MCET-111 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring). |
2 |
| MCET-111 | Characterization of Metals Lab This lab class accompanies MCET-110 Foundations of Materials. An emphasis is placed on determining material, primarily metals, properties though experimentation and references, and analyzing why a particular material was selected for an application based on the materials properties. Differentiation of materials families is made based on properties. A variety of discovery activities are used to explore the world of metals, including labs of various types, materials selection software, and internet resources. (Co-requisites: MCET-110 or equivalent course.) Lab 1 (Fall, Spring). |
1 |
| MFET-105 | Machine Tools Lab |
1 |
| MFET-120 | Manufacturing Processes |
3 |
| PHYS-111 | General Education – Natural Science Inquiry Perspective: College Physics I This is an introductory course in algebra-based physics focusing on mechanics and waves. Topics include kinematics, planar motion, Newton’s laws, gravitation; rotational kinematics and dynamics; work and energy; momentum and impulse; conservation laws; simple harmonic motion; waves; data presentation/analysis and error propagation. The course is taught using both traditional lectures and a workshop format that integrates material traditionally found in separate lecture, recitation, and laboratory settings. Attendance at the scheduled evening sessions of this class is required for exams. There will be 2 or 3 of these evening exams during the semester. Competency in algebra, geometry and trigonometry is required. Lab 4, Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring, Summer). |
4 |
| UWRT-150 | General Education – First Year Writing: FYW: Writing Seminar (WI) Writing Seminar is a three-credit course limited to 19 students per section. The course is designed to develop first-year students’ proficiency in analytical and rhetorical reading and writing, and critical thinking. Students will read, understand, and interpret a variety of non-fiction texts representing different cultural perspectives and/or academic disciplines. These texts are designed to challenge students intellectually and to stimulate their writing for a variety of contexts and purposes. Through inquiry-based assignment sequences, students will develop academic research and literacy practices that will be further strengthened throughout their academic careers. Particular attention will be given to the writing process, including an emphasis on teacher-student conferencing, critical self-assessment, class discussion, peer review, formal and informal writing, research, and revision. Small class size promotes frequent student-instructor and student-student interaction. The course also emphasizes the principles of intellectual property and academic integrity for both current academic and future professional writing. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer). |
3 |
| YOPS-10 | RIT 365: RIT Connections RIT 365 students participate in experiential learning opportunities designed to launch them into their career at RIT, support them in making multiple and varied connections across the university, and immerse them in processes of competency development. Students will plan for and reflect on their first-year experiences, receive feedback, and develop a personal plan for future action in order to develop foundational self-awareness and recognize broad-based professional competencies. (This class is restricted to incoming 1st year or global campus students.) Lecture 1 (Fall, Spring). |
0 |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 |
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| COMM-142 | General Education – Elective: Introduction to Technical Communication This course introduces students to current best practices in written and visual technical communication including writing effective email, short and long technical reports and presentations, developing instructional material, and learning the principles and practices of ethical technical communication. Course activities focus on engineering and scientific technical documents. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
|
| COMM-221 | General Education – Elective: Public Relations Writing This course covers a variety of forms of writing for public relations, including news releases, newsletters, backgrounders, public service announcements, magazine queries, interviews, coverage memos, media alerts, features, trade press releases, and public presentations. Students will write for a variety of media including print, broadcast, and the web. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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| COMM-253 | General Education – Elective: Communication An introduction to communication contexts and processes emphasizing both conceptual and practical dimensions. Participants engage in public speaking, small group problem solving and leadership, and writing exercises while acquiring theoretical background appropriate to understanding these skills. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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| ENGL-361 | General Education – Elective: Technical Writing |
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| ENGL-360 | General Education – Elective: Written Argument |
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| TCOM-325 | General Education – Elective: Business Communication |
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| Second Year | ||
| CPET-121 | General Education – Elective: Computational Problem Solving I This is the first course in a two-course sequence in computational problem solving of engineering and scientific problems. The problems solved will stress the application of sequence, selection, repetitive, invocation operations, and arrays. The development of proper testing procedures to ensure computational accuracy will be stressed. Students, upon successful completion of this course, will be able to analyze introductory engineering and scientific problems, design, code, test, and document procedural software solutions. Lec/Lab 4 (Fall, Spring). |
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| EEET-121 | AC Circuits Develops the skills to analyze and design practical AC circuits used in electrical systems. Topics include network theorems, reactance and impedance, AC power and power factor, resonance, maximum power transfer, frequency response, and bandwidth. (Prerequisites: C- or better in (EEET-111 and EEET-112) or 0609-215 or equivalent courses.
Co-requisites: EEET-122 and MATH-171 or MATH-181 or MATH-181A.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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| EEET-122 | AC Circuits Lab Develops skills and practice in the design, fabrication, measurement, and analysis of practical AC circuits used in electrical systems. Topics include network theorems, reactance and impedance, AC power and power factor, resonance, maximum power transfer, frequency response, and bandwidth. (Co-requisites: EEET-121 or equivalent courses.) Lab 2 (Fall, Spring). |
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| EEET-225 | Electronic Amplifiers Develop the skills to analyze and design electronic circuits. Topics include: semiconductor theory, diodes, transistors and multiple operational amplifier applications including: current sources, strain gauge amplifiers, differential amplifiers and comparator circuits. (Prerequisites: EEET-121 and EEET-122 or 0609-411 or equivalent course.
Co-Requisites: EEET-226 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Spring). |
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| EEET-226 | Electronic Amplifiers Laboratory Students, upon completion of this course, will be able to use laboratory tools to analyze and troubleshoot electronic circuits. They will be able to operate a power supply, multi-meter, function generator, and oscilloscope. (EEET-225 Coreq) Lab 2 (Spring). |
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| EMET-290 | Mechanics for Mechatronics |
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| EMET-499 | EMET Co-op (summer) |
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| ENGT-95 | Career Seminar This course is an introduction to the cooperative educational program at RIT, the programs in the department, and RIT resources. Topics include engineering technology vs. engineering, review of resources available at RIT, the cooperative education placement process, and the ethical expectations of employers for co-op students and RIT during a job search. Seminar 1 (Fall, Spring). |
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| MATH-211 | General Education – Elective: Elements of Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations This course includes an introduction to differential equations, Laplace transforms, numerical methods in differential equations, and the calculus of functions of two variables. The emphasis is on the application of these topics to problems in engineering technology. (Prerequisites: C- or better MATH-172 or MATH-182 or MATH 182A or 1016-232 or equivalent course.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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| MCET-150 | Engineering Communication and Tolerancing A course that integrates basic engineering techniques. Topics will emphasize the design and communication of components through the use of hand sketching, solid modeling, dimensioning, tolerancing, and current GD&T standards. Students will be expected to design, build, inspect, and integrate GD&T into designs. (This class is restricted to MCET-BS or MECA-BS or RMET-BS or EMET-BS or ENGTEH-UND students.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Spring). |
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| MCET-220 | Principles of Statics This course provides an introduction to the analysis and design of structures and machines. Students learn to calculate unknown forces using the concept of equilibrium and free body diagrams and to calculate simple stresses and deflections for axially loaded members. Topics include forces, moments, free body diagrams, equilibrium, friction, stress, strain, and deflection. Examples are drawn from mechanical, manufacturing, and civil engineering technology. Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall, Spring). |
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| PHYS-112 | General Education – Elective: College Physics II This course is an introduction to algebra-based physics focusing on thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and elementary topics in modern physics. Topics include heat and temperature, laws of thermodynamics, electric and magnetic forces and fields, DC and AC electrical circuits, electromagnetic induction, the concept of the photon, and the Bohr model of the atom. The course is taught using both traditional lectures and a workshop format that integrates material traditionally found in separate lecture, recitation, and laboratory settings. Attendance at the scheduled evening sessions of this class is required for exams. There will be 2 or 3 of these evening exams during the semester. (Prerequisites: PHYS-111 or PHYS-211 or equivalent course.) Lab 4, Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring). |
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| STAT-145 | General Education – Elective: Introduction to Statistics I This course introduces statistical methods of extracting meaning from data, and basic inferential statistics. Topics covered include data and data integrity, exploratory data analysis, data visualization, numeric summary measures, the normal distribution, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. The emphasis of the course is on statistical thinking rather than computation. Statistical software is used. (Prerequisites: Any 100 level MATH course, or NMTH-260 or NMTH-272 or NMTH-275 or (NMTH-250 with a C- or better) or a Math Placement Exam score of at least 35.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer). |
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General Education – Artistic Perspective |
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| Third Year | ||
| EEET-247 | Microprocessors and Digital Systems Applications of a contemporary digital designs and microcontrollers will be used to teach students digital logic, microcontroller programming, and microcontroller interfacing. This course is intended as a service course for non-electrical majors who have not taken the digital fundamentals course. (Prerequisites: (MATH-111 or MATH-171 or MATH-181 or MATH-181A) or (NMTH-260 or NMTH-272 or NMTH-275 and NMTH-220) and CPET-121 or equivalent courses.
Co-requisites: EEET-248 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Fall). |
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| EEET-248 | Microprocessors and Digital Systems Laboratory This laboratory covers applications of microcontroller fundamentals. Topics include digital logic, microcontroller programming and interfacing. The activities for this course utilize typical microcontroller and application hardware. (Prerequisites: MATH-111 or MATH-171 or MATH-181 or MATH-181A and CPET-121 or equivalent course.
Co-requisites: EEET-247 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall). |
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| EMET-419 | Experimental Methods for EMET (WI-PR) |
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| EMET-499 | EMET Co-op (summer) |
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| MCET-210 | Foundations of Non-Metallic Materials This course will cover the process of selecting a best material for a given design application with a focus on polymeric materials. To support this process material families, strengthening mechanisms, and degradation mechanisms and prevention will be studied. The materials selection process will include economic, ecological, and ethical considerations. An emphasis is placed on the interrelationship of structure, process, and properties. This class expands upon concepts presented in MCET-110. (Prerequisites: C- or better in (CHMG-131 or CHMG-141 or CHEM-151) and (MCET-110 and MCET-111) or (NETS-110 and NETS-111) or (MECE-304 or MECE-305 and MECE-306) or equivalent courses.
Corequisite: MCET-211 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring). |
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| MCET-211 | Characterization of Non-Metallic Materials Lab This course will consist of laboratory experiences which focus on property characterization of the properties of polymeric materials. (Co-requisites: MCET-210 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall, Spring). |
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| MCET-430 | Thermal Fluid Science I This course provides an introduction to the properties of pure substances, gas laws, first law of thermodynamics, along with an introduction to fluid mechanics are studied and applied. Students learn through an integrated presentation of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics how to approach and solve reasonable thermal-fluid problems. Topics include the first law of thermodynamics, specific heat, ideal gases, work, energy, lumped systems, fluid statics, conservation of mass/energy, laminar, and turbulent flow. Examples are drawn from mechanical, and electrical mechanical engineering technology. (Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in PHYS-112 or PHYS-212 or (PHYS-208 and PHYS-209) or equivalent courses.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall, Spring). |
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| MCET-530 | Thermal Fluid Science II This course provides an in-depth coverage on the application of the first and second law of thermodynamics and conservation principles, mass and energy, to the analysis of open systems and power cycles, including refrigeration, heat pump and power cycles. It also introduces the fundamentals of heat transfer theory, conduction, radiation, free and forced convection, and its application to heat exchangers including free surface and conduit flow. Case studies based on real-world thermal systems are used to illustrate the connection between these interdisciplinary subjects. (Prerequisites: C- or better in MCET-430 or (MECE-210 and MECE-211) or equivalent course.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall, Spring). |
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| MFET-650 | Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Fundamentals (Counts as Undergraduate Technical Elective) |
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| MFET-730 | Six Sigma for Design and Manufacturing |
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| STAT-146 | General Education – Elective: Introduction to Statistics II This course is an elementary introduction to the topics of regression and analysis of variance. The statistical software package Minitab will be used to reinforce these techniques. The focus of this course is on business applications. This is a general introductory statistics course and is intended for a broad range of programs. (Prerequisites: STAT-145 or equivalent course.) Lecture 6 (Fall, Spring, Summer). |
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General Education – Ethical Perspective |
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MMET Concentration Course (Counts as Undergraduate Open Elective) |
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| Fourth Year | ||
| EEET-241 | Electrical Machines and Transformers Develops the knowledge and ability to analyze and specify motors, generators, and transformers for use in systems such as wind turbines and electric vehicles. Topics include efficiency, energy conservation, power factor, magnetism, electro-magnetic force, fields, armatures, commutators, rotors, stators, brushes, starters, controllers, DC machines, AC motors, alternators, single phase and three phase dynamos, three phase circuits, phasors, transformer properties, isolation, efficiency, and voltage regulation. (Prerequisites: (EEET-115 and EEET-116) or (EEET-121 and EEET-122) or (EEET-215 and EEET-216) or equivalent courses.
Co-requisites: EEET-242 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Fall, Spring). |
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| EEET-242 | Electrical Machines and Transformers Lab Provides experience with motors, generators, and transformers. Topics include power factor, magnetism, electro-magnetic force, fields, armatures, commutators, rotors, stators, brushes, starters, controllers, DC machines, AC motors, alternators, single phase and three phase dynamos, three phase circuits, phasors, transformer properties, isolation, efficiency, and voltage regulation. (Prerequisites: (EEET-115 and EEET-116) or (EEET-121 and EEET-122) or (EEET-215 and EEET-216) or equivalent courses.
Co-requisite: EEET-241 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall, Spring). |
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| EEET-427 | Control Systems Develops the knowledge of control system concepts and applies them to electromechanical systems. Systems are characterized and modeled using linear systems methods, focused with a controls perspective. Impulse responses, step responses, and transfer functions are reviewed. Principles of stability and damping are developed and applied to the specification and design of open and closed loop compensators to deliver specific input-output performance. Laboratory exercises are designed to illustrate concepts, reinforce analysis and design skills, and develop instrumentation techniques associated with the lecture topics. Student must register for BOTH the Lecture and Laboratory components of this course. (Prerequisites: (MATH-211 or MATH-231) and ((CPET-253 or (CPET-251 and CPET-252)) or ((EEET-247 and EEET-248) or (CPET-133)) or equivalent courses.) Lab 2, Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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| EMET-499 | EMET Co-op (summer) |
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| GRCS-701 | Research Methods Understanding research and academic writing are foundational skills for all graduate students regardless of degree culmination. This is a graduate-level survey course on research design/methods and analysis, with the goal of all students becoming better consumers of research, and preparing those who choose an empirical research degree culmination and future doctoral pursuits. The course provides a broad overview of the process and practices of research in applied contexts. Content includes principles and techniques of research design, sampling, data collection, and analysis including the nature of evidence, types of research, defining research questions, sampling techniques, data collection, data analysis, issues concerning human subjects and research ethics, and challenges associated with conducting research in real-world contexts. Research strategies using library sources, including academic databases and citation management, are emphasized; as are academic writing skills, including adherence to academic style. The analysis component of the course provides an understanding of statistical methodology used to collect and interpret data found in research as well as how to read and interpret data collection instruments. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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| MFET-340 | Automation Control Systems |
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| MFET-341 | Automation Control Systems Lab |
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| MFET-436 | Engineering Economics |
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| STAT-670 | Design of Experiments How to design and analyze experiments, with an emphasis on applications in engineering and the physical sciences. Topics include the role of statistics in scientific experimentation; general principles of design, including randomization, replication, and blocking; replicated and unreplicated two-level factorial designs; two-level fractional-factorial designs; response surface designs. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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MMET Concentration Course (Counts as Undergraduate Open Elective) |
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General Education – Elective |
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General Education – Global Perspective |
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General Education – Immersion 1 |
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| Fifth Year | ||
| DECS-744 | Project Management A study in the principles of project management and the application of various tools and techniques for project planning and control. This course focuses on the leadership role of the project manager, and the roles and responsibilities of the team members. Considerable emphasis is placed on statements of work and work breakdown structures. The course uses a combination of lecture/discussion, group exercises, and case studies. (This class is restricted to degree-seeking graduate students or those with permission from instructor.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring). |
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MMET Concentration Course |
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MMET Elective Course |
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| Choose one of the following: | 3 |
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| ACCT-603 | Accounting for Decision Makers A graduate-level introduction to the use of accounting information by decision makers. The focus of the course is on two subject areas: (1) financial reporting concepts/issues and the use of general-purpose financial statements by internal and external decision makers and (2) the development and use of special-purpose financial information intended to assist managers in planning and controlling an organization's activities. Generally accepted accounting principles and issues related to International Financial Reporting Standards are considered while studying the first subject area and ethical issues impacting accounting are considered throughout. (This class is restricted to degree-seeking graduate students or those with permission from instructor.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer). |
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| ACCT-706 | Cost Management The development and use of cost data for external reporting and internal cost management (planning and control). Topics include job costing, process costing, joint product costing, cost reassignments, standard costs, activity-based costing, decentralization and transfer pricing, and cost variances. Consideration is given to manufacturing, service and retail organizations. (Prerequisites: ACCT-603 or equivalent course.) Lecture 3 (Spring). |
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| Choose one of the following: | 3 |
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| MFET-788 | MMSI Thesis Planning |
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MMET Elective Course |
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| Choose one of the following: | 3 |
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| MFET-797 | MMSI Capstone Project |
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| MFET-790 | MMSI Thesis |
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MMET Elective and Comprehensive Exam |
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General Education – Immersion 2, 3 |
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General Education – Social Perspective |
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| Total Semester Credit Hours | 154 |
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Please see General Education Curriculum (GE) for more information.
(WI) Refers to a writing intensive course within the major.
Please see Wellness Education Requirement for more information. Students completing bachelor's degrees are required to complete two different Wellness courses.
