Engineering Applications ( E App)

Administered by a supervisory committee appointed by the dean of the College of Engineering. L. Zachary, chair; M. Goodwin,
P. Patterson, L. Sturges.

Undergraduate Study

For undergraduate curriculum in engineering applications leading to the degree bachelor of science, see College of Engineering, Curricula.

In this era of rapid technological change, there is an expanding need for persons with an engineering background. Engineering applications is specifically designed to develop this background by merging several engineering disciplines or by combining engineering with other disciplines. Students are able to design their program of study to specialize in non-traditional engineering fields or to combine non-technical specializations with a solid foundation in core engineering subjects. Students will be prepared for entry into their chosen field of interest or for further study at the graduate level in any of the fields in engineering or related areas of study, such as law or business.

To achieve engineering application's program goals, the student must have:

•A strong foundation in engineering courses.

•A broad foundation in mathematics and physical sciences.

•Oral and written communication abilities to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical professionals.

•Basic skills in the use of computers for communication, engineering design and problem solving.

The program develops the ability of students to be effective communicators and develops the unique and creative talents of the students. This is achieved by:

•Allowing students to design their own program of study to align closely with their own talents and interests.

•Requiring students to design and communicate their program of study to faculty and professionals.

•Requiring course work that includes utilizing and developing communication skills.

•Providing opportunities for internships, cooperative education, study-abroad, and other meaningful employment.

Courses in the social sciences and humanities, U.S. diversity, and international perspectives are included in the curriculum to broaden the student's perspective of the global work environment. Engineering applications students are encouraged to participate in life-long learning and continuous professional development.

New students are not admitted directly into this program. Students wanting Engineering Applications may be admitted into Engineering (not a degree granting program but used for new students undecided on an engineering curriculum) or any of the degree granting programs.

Prior to entering the engineering applications program the student must have completed the basic program and have presented a description of the professional objective to be achieved through the program to the chair of the supervisory committee for approval. In addition the student must submit a schedule of courses to support this objective.

Emphasis Areas

Selected emphasis areas available in engineering applications are listed below. Students are encouraged to propose other programs to meet individual professional objectives.

A. Engineering Entrepreneurship

A Degree in engineering combined with a minor in entrepreneurial studies. (See Entrepreneurial Studies for minor requirements.)

B. Engineering Journalism

Degree in engineering combined with selected courses from journalism.

C. Engineering Management

A degree in engineering combined with a minor in business. (See College of Business for minor requirements.)

D. Environmental Engineering

A program to emphasize environmental applications of engineering.

E. Health Technology

Applications of engineering to health fields.

F. Officer Education

A program in cooperation with Air Force Aerospace Studies, Naval Science, and Military Science. A minor is possible in Naval Science. See Officer Education Programs.

G. Technical Sales

A program providing preparation for selling products of a technical nature and consulting with the manufacturer and the industrial consumer to solve engineering problems.

H. Technical Systems Administration

A program designed for those planning to enter technical administration in public agencies (e.g., city managers or county administrators).

I. Other

A program may be planned by the individual student subject to approval by the supervisory committee. Distance learning program proposals will be considered.

Courses Primarily for Undergraduate Students

E App 298. Cooperative Education
Cr. R. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of Engineering Applications Supervisory Committee chair. First professional work period in the cooperative education program. Students must register for this course before commencing work.

E App 396. Summer Internship
Cr. R. SS. Prereq: Permission of Engineering Applications Supervisory Committee chair. Summer professional work period.

E App 397. Engineering Internship
Cr. R. F.S. Prereq: Permission of Engineering Applications Supervisory Committee chair. One semester maximum per academic year professional work period.

E App 398. Cooperative Education
Cr. R. F.S.SS. Prereq: 298, permission of Engineering Applications Supervisory Committee chair. Second professional work period in the cooperative education program. Students must register for this course before commencing work.