Engineering Department

The BSE is a 4-year program that can be completed at CSU Pueblo. The program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org. The BS in Engineering with specialization in mechatronics is a flexible, broad degree that prepares graduates to work in many industries. Mechatronics combines mechanical and electrical engineering with computers to create devices that make our lives better. Electrical and mechanical systems, controlled by computers, are at the core of a wide range of processes and products. Robots, the Mars Rover, a heart-lung machine, a computer controlled telescope, and a nano-scale microscope are all examples of mechatronics.

The BSIE is a 4-year program that can be completed at CSU Pueblo. The program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org. As defined by the Institute of Industrial Engineers, “industrial engineering is concerned with the design, improvement and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment, and energy. It draws upon specialized knowledge and skill in the mathematical and physical sciences, together with the principles and methods of engineering analysis and design, to specify, predict and evaluate the results to be obtained from such integrated systems.” Industrial engineering is a major branch of engineering with applications in manufacturing, service, governmental, and non-profit organizations. Industrial engineers are productivity and quality specialists who deal with the human aspects of work in addition to the advanced technologies of computer software and production related hardware.

A student can receive the BSE and BSIE degree simultaneously by taking 30 additional credit hours over one degree alone, including a second senior design project.

For more information on the MS degree with a major in Industrial and Systems Engineering, the MS degree with a major in Engineering, and the Railroad Engineering Certificate, see the Graduate Studies section of this catalog.

In the Pre-Engineering program, students seeking to major in some area of engineering other than industrial engineering or engineering with a mechatronics specialization (for example, civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering) can complete at least 60 credits that will transfer to other engineering schools.

The minors in Engineering and Industrial Engineering are not available to majors in the department.

The Department of Engineering has found that transfer students are very successful in our programs and we welcome transfer students. About half our graduates began their degrees at other institutions.

Engineering (MS) and Industrial & Systems Engineering (MS)

The Department of Engineering offers two distinct MS degrees: the MS in Engineering (MSE) and the MS in Industrial and Systems Engineering (MSISE).

The MSE program provides advanced education in engineering, currently in two concentration areas: mechatronics and railroad engineering. Mechatronics combines mechanical and electrical engineering with computers to create devices that make our lives better. Electrical and mechanical systems, controlled by computers, are at the core of a wide range of processes and products. Robots, the Mars Rover, a heart-lung machine, a computer controlled telescope, and a nano-scale microscope are all examples of mechatronics. Railroad engineering combines civil, mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering in solving engineering problems for the railroad industry.

Industrial and systems engineering deals with the design and analysis of complex, human/machine systems. Industrial and systems engineers use a “big picture” or systems-oriented viewpoint to serve as management and operations analysts, focusing on the people, materials, equipment and procedures needed for the most efficient and effective systems performance. Industrial and systems engineers analyze and evaluate systems against specified performance criteria, including efficiency, quality and safety, before new systems are created or old ones are modified. Industrial and systems engineering techniques can be applied in manufacturing and service industries, health care systems, governmental agencies and non-profit organizations.

Regular admission to the MSE or MSISE program requires an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and completion of the GRE test.

Additional Program of Study Requirements for the MSE & MSISE Programs

For a student to be awarded the MSE or MSISE degree, the student’s program of study must also satisfy the following requirements. Additionally, the program of study must be approved by the MSE/MSISE Program Director.

At least 21 credit hours must be in graduate level engineering courses.
No more than 9 credit hours of graduate coursework may be accepted as transfer credit from another institution.
Any course taken as a prerequisite to engineering graduate study at CSU Pueblo may not be counted towards graduation and must be taken for credit (i.e., not audited).

Advising

Each term, a student must meet with his or her advisor and be advised before the student can register for classes. Students are generally advised by the MSE/MSISE Program Director, unless the student is working on a thesis. Students working on a thesis are typically advised by their thesis advisors. A candidate for the MSE or MSISE degree must work with the advisor to design a program of study. The program of study must be approved by the advisor and department. This process is formalized by submitting a graduation planning sheet to the MSE/MSISE Program Director before the semester prior to graduation.

Admission Requirements

A successful applicant will have a quantitatively based baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Students with non-quantitatively based baccalaureate degrees may be admitted conditionally, but additional prerequisites may be required. Admission to the MSE program or MSISE program requires prior admission to graduate study at CSU Pueblo. Regulations governing graduate studies are contained in the Graduate Policies and Procedures Guide available from the Office of Admissions.

Prerequisite Requirements for Admission

Prior to being admitted to regular status, a student is required to demonstrate preparation for graduate study in the chosen concentration (for the MSE) or in industrial and systems engineering (for the MSISE). This is done either by completing prerequisite background courses at CSU Pueblo, by documenting satisfactory completion of equivalent coursework elsewhere, or by demonstrating equivalent work and/or life experience.

Students who do not possess a satisfactory prerequisite background may be admitted conditionally but be required to complete prerequisites. A plan for completing prerequisite requirements in a timely fashion is developed by the student and advisor and must be approved by the MSE/MSISE Program Director.

Graduate Assistantships

Full-time student admitted to the program with regular status are eligible to apply for merit-based, competitive graduate assistantships. Graduate assistants receive financial support from the department in the form of a stipend and/or remission of tuition and fees for one year (two semesters). A graduate assistant who is supported at a funding level equivalent to full-time tuition and fees is required to choose the Thesis Option.

An assistantship is renewable for a second academic year provided the student remains in good academic standing and makes satisfactory progress towards completion of the MSE or MSISE. An award made to a student who does not perform adequately in his or her duties may be rescinded after the first semester of the award period. In extreme circumstances, an award may be rescinded before the end of a semester.

An application for assistantship consists of a résumé and letter of interest addressed to the department chair. For the following academic year, the deadline for application for an assistantship beginning in the Fall semester is April 1. Subject to availability of funds, assistantships may be granted to begin in the Spring semester.

Academic Programs

Engineering (EN)

EN 101 Introduction to Engineering 2(2-0)

Fall, Spring.
Introduction to engineering curriculum and careers. Problem solving and creativity. Spreadsheets, word processing and other computer skills.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 103 Problem Solving for Engineers 3(2-2)

Fall, Spring.
Writing computer programs to solve real-world problems in engineering and science.
Prerequisite: MATH 101.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 107 Engineering Graphics 2(1-2)

Fall, Spring.
Introduction to the preparation of engineering drawings using freehand sketching and computer graphics software.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 109 Introduction to Sustainability 2(2-0)

Fall.
Interdisciplinary foundation for sustainability including systems theory, humans and the environments, and the social and economic dimensions of sustainability.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 211 Engineering Mechanics I 3(3-0)

Fall.
Introduction to the relationship between forces and moments acting on an object that is in equilibrium (statics).
Prerequisite: MATH 207 and PHYS 221.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 212 Engineering Mechanics II 3(3-0)

Spring.
Introduction to the relationship between forces and moments acting on rigid objects and the motion of objects (dynamics).
Prerequisite: EN 211.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 215 Introduction to Industrial and Systems Engineering 3(3-0)

Fall.
Engineering viewpoints of the principles of organization for production and the operations applicable to accomplishing organizational responsibilities.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 231 Circuit Analysis I 4(4-0)

Fall.
Circuit concepts, conventions and network equations. Initial conditions and classical methods of obtaining transient and steady-state solutions.
Prerequisite: EN 231L and MATH 207 and PHYS 222.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 231L Circuit Analysis I Lab 1(0-2)

Fall.
Observation and analysis of electrical circuits involving resistance, inductance and capacitance.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 231 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 232 Circuit Analysis II 4(4-0)

As Needed.
Continuation of EN 231 including waveform synthesis, network theorems, Fourier series, pole-zero diagrams and two-port network theory. Introduction to Laplace transforms.
Prerequisite: EN 231.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 260 Basic Electronics 3(3-0)

Spring.
Characteristics, operation, and basic circuits of solid-state devices. Operational amplifiers with typical applications are also introduced.
Prerequisite: EN 231.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 263 Electromechanical Devices 3(3-0)

As Needed.
DC and AC motors and generators, transformers, stepper motors, servomotors and various sensors: theory, device characteristics, applications and controls.
Prerequisite: EN 103 and EN 212 and EN 231 and EN 260.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 275 Stochastic Systems 4(4-0)

Fall.
Noncalculus probability modeling and statistical analysis of systems containing elements of uncertainty.
Prerequisite: MATH 101.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 286 Group Dynamics for Teams 3(3-0)

Spring.
Group Dynamics applied to teams. Team development, basic team processes, conflict management, decision making, leadership, problem solving, and impacts of diversity and culture on teams.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 291 Special Topics (1-5 V)

As Needed.
Selected topics in engineering.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 292 Research (1-6 V)

As Needed.
Research closely supervised by a faculty member with regular meetings.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 295 Independent Study (1-5 V)

As Needed.
Intensive study directed by a faculty member.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 296 Cooperative Education Placement (1-5 V)

Fall, Spring.
Work experience under direction of a field supervisor and a faculty member.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Freshman or sophomore standing.

EN 298 Internship (1-6 V)

As Needed.
Field work in a company or organization, with written reports.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 301 Fluid Mechanics 4(4-0)

As Needed.
Introduction to the relationship between the forces applied to a fluid, the motion of the fluid, and the mechanical properties of the fluid.
Prerequisite: EN 212.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 321 Thermodynamics 3(3-0)

Fall.
Introduction to energy equations and flows, entropy, kinetic theory and statistical mechanics, second law of thermodynamics, heat engines and heat transfer.
Prerequisite: PHYS 221.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 324 Materials Science and Engineering 3(3-0)

Spring.
Fundamentals of chemical structure and atomic bonding, material properties, deformations under force, stress-strain relationships, selection of materials.
Prerequisite: PHYS 221.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: High school chemistry required as prerequisite. EN 324L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 324L Materials Science and Engineering Lab 1(0-2)

Spring.
Measurements of material properties and stress-strain relationships.
Prerequisite: EN 211.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 324 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 343 Engineering Economy 3(3-0)

Fall.
Modeling, analysis and decision making involving time value of money, depreciation, income taxes and replacement analysis.
Prerequisite: MATH 101.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 351 Heat Transfer 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Steady and unsteady conduction of heat. Convection heat transfer in boundary layer and duct flows. Forced and free convection. Thermal radiation.
Prerequisite: EN 321.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 360 Control Systems I 2(2-0)

As Needed.
Linear analog control systems theory is introduced. Open and closed-loop systems are examined, and performance characteristics are analyzed.
Prerequisite: EN 260 and MATH 337.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 360L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 360L Control Systems I Lab 1(0-2)

Fall.
Control Systems I Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 360 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 361 Digital Electronics 3(3-0)

Spring.
Introduction to digital technology emphasizing practical microprocessors. Number systems and codes, truth tables, Boolean functions, combinational and sequential logic, registers, counters, memory devices & microprocessors.
Prerequisite: EN 260.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 361L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 361L Digital Electronics Lab 1(0-2)

Spring.
Digital Electronics Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 361 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 362 Introduction to Mechatronics 2(2-0)

Fall.
Elements of a mechatronics system: signal conditioning, sensors, actuators, microcontrollers, and software.
Prerequisite: EN 263.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 362L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 362L Mechatronics Lab 1(0-2)

Fall.
Mechatronics Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 362 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 363 Virtual Machine Design 2(2-0)

Spring.
Computer aided design of machines including mechanical components: shaft systems, power transmission, and motion generation.
Prerequisite: EN 324.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 363L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 363L Virtual Machine Design Lab 1(0-2)

Spring.
Virtual Machine Design Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 363 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 375 Stochastic Systems Engineering 3(3-0)

Fall.
Probability modeling and statistical analysis of engineering systems containing elements of uncertainty.
Prerequisite: MATH 126.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 405 Advanced Programming 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Crafting efficient computer programs to solve large-scale engineering problems. Object oriented programming, data structures and algorithms, algorithmic complexity analysis.
Prerequisite: EN 103.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: May take equivalent of EN 103.

EN 420 Simulation Experiments 4(3-2)

Spring.
Design and statistical analysis of experiments using discrete event simulation models.
Prerequisite: EN 375.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 430 Project Planning and Control 3(3-0)

Fall.
Engineering project management including project selection, organization, planning, and budgeting. Project evaluation, tracking and control, and scheduling and resource allocation, including PERT and CPM.
Prerequisite: EN 375.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 435 Microprocessor Control Systems 3(2-2)

As Needed.
Components of a microprocessor control system, digital processing, survey of state-of-the-art micro-processor control systems.
Prerequisite: EN 360.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 439 Time and Motion Studies 2(1-2)

Fall.
Principles and techniques of methods analysis and work measurement, human performance in human-machine systems.
Prerequisite: EN 215 and EN 375.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 440 Safety Engineering 3(3-0)

Spring.
Occupational safety & health in different industrial environments. Theories of accident causation, government regulation, hazards, equipment, & safety administration.
Prerequisite: EN 343 and EN 439.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 441 Engineering of Manufacturing Processes 3(3-0)

Spring.
Materials and processes for manufacturing including machining, casting, and forming processes: design, modeling and control.
Prerequisite: EN 212.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 441L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 441L Engineering & Manufacturing Proc Lab 1(0-2)

Spring.
Engineering & Manufacturing Proc Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 441 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 442 Manufacturing Processes II 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Materials and processes for manufacturing including sheet metal forming, welding, machining and advanced manufacturing processes.
Prerequisite: EN 342.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 443 Quality Control and Reliability 3(3-0)

Spring.
Principles/methods of quality control/improvement. Quality management: design & implementation, problem solving techniques, quality improvement tools, etc. Statistical quality control: charts, evaluation, sampling, etc.
Prerequisite: EN 275 or EN 375.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 460 Control Systems II 2(2-0)

Spring.
Advanced control systems analysis, including microprocessor-based control systems analysis, A/D and D/A converters, Z transforms, and stepper motors.
Prerequisite: EN 360.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 460L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 460L Control Systems II Lab 1(0-2)

Spring.
Control Systems II Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 460 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 462 Industrial Robotics 2(2-0)

Spring.
Basic robotics principles; robot interfacing; robot controls and programming. Laboratory exercises use various robots to meet specific industrial tasks.
Prerequisite: EN 460 and EN 473.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 462L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 462L Industrial Robotics Lab 1(0-2)

Spring.
Industrial Robotics Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 462 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 471 Operations Research 3(3-0)

Fall.
Techniques for analysis and solution of problems in industrial and management systems. Linear programming, duality theory, sensitivity analysis, and network analysis techniques.
Prerequisite: MATH 207 and MATH 224.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 473 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 2(2-0)

Fall.
Engineering design, modeling and applications in production: automation, flowlines, robotics, numerical control, and computer usage in manufacturing.
Prerequisite: EN 103 and EN 231 and EN 231L and EN 441 and MATH 207.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 473L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 473L Computer Integrated Mfg Lab 1(0-2)

Fall.
Computer Integrated Mfg Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 473 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 475 Facility Planning and Design 3(3-0)

Fall.
Application of industrial and systems engineering techniques to problems related to an organization's physical resources. Facilities planning and plant layout, material handling, site selection and facilities location.
Prerequisite: EN 439 and EN 471.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 477 Operations Planning and Control 3(3-0)

Spring.
Techniques for analysis and management of manufacturing operations and production with emphasis on inventory systems and forecasting.
Prerequisite: EN 471.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 486 Senior Seminar 2(2-0)

Fall.
Steps in the engineering design process including creativity, technical analysis, and presentations. Prepare for senior project.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

EN 487 Engineering Design 3(3-0)

Spring.
Application of engineering principles to a design project.
Prerequisite: EN 486.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 488 Industrial Engineering Design 3(3-0)

Spring.
Application of engineering principles to a design project.
Prerequisite: EN 486.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 489 Senior Capstone in Sustainability 1(1-0)

Spring.
Application of knowledge gained in the sustainability minor to a project in sustainability.
Prerequisite: CHEM 125 and EN 109.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 491 Special Topics (1-5 V)

As Needed.
Special Topics.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Junior standing.

EN 492 Research (1-6 V)

As Needed.
Faculty directed research project.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Junior or senior standing.

EN 495 Independent Study (1-5 V)

As Needed.
Independent Study.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Junior standing.

EN 496 Cooperative Education Placement (1-5 V)

Fall, Spring.
Work experience under the direction of a field supervisor and a faculty member.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Junior or senior standing.

EN 498 Internship (1-6 V)

As Needed.
Field work in a company or organization, with written reports.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Junior or senior standing.

EN 503 Ergonomics 3(3-0)

Spring.
Theory/practice of human performance measurement & factors engineering. Study of human sensory/perceptive/mental/psychomotor applied to the design of human-machine systems for performance/effectiveness/productivity/safety.
Prerequisite: EN 540.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 504 Scheduling and Sequencing 3(3-0)

Spring.
Theory of deterministic scheduling and sequencing with stochastic extensions. An introduction to the complexity of computations in systems varying from single machine to job shop.
Prerequisite: EN 571.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 505 Advanced Programming 3(3-0)

EN 507 Virtual Reality 3(3-0)

Fall.
Principles, practical aspects, and applications of virtual reality systems and components such as 3D interfaces, displays (3D, visual, haptic, auditory), position tracking, and virtual environments.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 511 Structural Engineering 3(3-0)

Fall.
Design and analysis of wood, steel and concrete structures in railroad application.
Prerequisite: EN 211 and EN 212.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 513 Artificial Intelligence 3(3-0)

Spring.
Topics in artificial intelligence including predicate calculus, search strategies, and machine learning with applications.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 520 Simulation Experiments 4(3-2)

Spring.
Design and statistical analysis of experiments using discrete event simulation models.
Prerequisite: EN 375.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 525 Modeling & Simulation 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Analysis and evaluation of real systems by using modern simulation methods such as System Dynamics and Multi-Agent-Based Modeling in engineering and business.
Prerequisite: BSAD 265 or EN 375.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: A college course on inferential statistics.

EN 528 Systems Theory & Applications 3(3-0)

As Needed.
A detailed description of different perspectives to analyze and understand the value of the systems perspective in addressing complex systems problems faced by managers in technology-based enterprises.
Prerequisite: MGMT 201.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 530 Project Planning and Control 3(3-0)

Spring.
Engineering project management including project selection, organization, planning, and budgeting. Project evaluation, tracking and control, and scheduling and resource allocation, including PERT and CPM.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 531 Railroad Power Systems 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Comprehensive analysis and design of electric power systems for railroads including power supplies, AC/DC and linear motors, third rails, catenaries, and substations/distribution systems.
Prerequisite: EN 231 and EN 231L and EN 263 and EN 360.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 539 Time and Motion Studies 2(1-2)

Fall.
Principles and techniques of methods analysis and work measurement, human performance in human-machine systems. Introduction to research in selected topics.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: EN 375.
Registration Information: None.

EN 540 Safety Engineering 3(3-0)

Spring.
Occupational safety and health. Theories of accident causation, governmental regulation, protective equipment, hazard analysis, safety programs design and administration. Introduction to research in selected topics.
Prerequisite: EN 375.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 541 Engineering of Manufacturing Processes 3(3-0)

Spring.
Materials and processes for manufacturing including machining, casting, and forming processes: design, modeling and control. Introduction to research in selected topics.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 541L strongly recommended as corequisite. Permission of instructor.

EN 541L Engineering & Manufacturing Proc Lab 1(0-2)

Spring.
Engineering & Manufacturing Proc Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 541 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 543 Quality Control and Reliability 3(3-0)

Spring.
Design and implementation of quality programs, quality improvement tools, control charts, process capability evaluation, acceptance sampling procedures. Introduction to research in selected topics.
Prerequisite: EN 275 or EN 375.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 544 Advanced Engineering Economics 3(3-0)

Spring.
Advanced topics in engineering economy featuring income tax consideration, treatment of inflation, risk and uncertainty models, cost-effectiveness concepts, and project comparison methods.
Prerequisite: EN 343.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

EN 551 Fleet Management 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Fleet management business and economics, risk analysis, information systems, vehicle planning and control, productivity, safety, and environmental compliance.
Prerequisite: EN 343 and EN 375 and EN 471 and EN 530 and EN 577.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 552 Vehicle Dynamics 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Fundamental dynamic considerations in designing ground vehicles and vehicle control systems. Rail systems as an example of modeling dynamic systems at various levels of abstraction.
Prerequisite: EN 211 and EN 212 and EN 231 and EN 263.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 556 (MATH 556) Design and Analysis of Experiments 3(3-0)

Summer.
Foundations of experimental design, outline efficient methods to implement experiments, develop statistical methods to sort signal from noise, and analyze information derived from the experiment.
Prerequisite: MATH 256 and MATH 356.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 560 Control Systems II 2(2-0)

Spring.
Advanced control systems analysis, including microprocessor-based control systems analysis, A/D and D/A convertors, Z transforms, and stepper motors. Introduction to research in selected topics.
Prerequisite: EN 360 and EN 361.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 560L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 560L Control Systems II Lab 1(0-2)

Spring.
Control Systems II Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 560 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 561 Advanced Controls 3(3-0)

Fall.
State-spaced based analysis/design of linear control systems are introduced in both continuous- and discrete-time domains. Nonlinear systems and the linearization method are covered.
Prerequisite: EN 360.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 562 Industrial Robotics 2(2-0)

Spring.
Basic robotics principles; robot interfacing; robot controls and programming. Laboratory exercises use various robots to meet specific industrial tasks. Introduction to research in selected topics.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 562L strongly recommended as corequisite. Permission of instructor.

EN 562L Industrial Robotics Lab 1(0-2)

Spring.
Industrial Robotics Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 562 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 563 Intelligent Robotics 3(3-0)

Spring.
Theoretical and practical aspects of advanced robotic topics such as trajectory generation, path planning and control, decision logic, advanced sensors, autonomous mobile robots, and humanoids.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing.

EN 565 Stochastic Systems Engineering 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Analysis and design of systems containing elements of uncertainty in demand and performance capability. Time varying measures and approximations are emphasized. Additional work required of graduate students.
Prerequisite: MATH 256 and MATH 356.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 571 Operations Research 3(3-0)

Fall.
Techniques for analysis and solution of problems in industrial and management systems. Linear programming, duality theory, sensitivity analysis, and network analysis techniques.
Prerequisite: MATH 224.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing.

EN 573 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 2(2-0)

Fall.
Ingineering design, modeling and applications for production automation, flowlines, robotics, numerical control, and computer usage in manufacturing. Introduction to research in selected topics.
Prerequisite: EN 541.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 573L strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 573L Computer Integrated Mfg Lab 1(0-2)

Fall.
Computer Integrated Mfg Lab.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: EN 573 strongly recommended as corequisite.

EN 575 Facilities Planning and Design 3(3-0)

Fall.
Application of industrial and systems engineering techniques to problems related to an organization's physical resources. Facilities planning, plant layout, material handling, site selection and location.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: EN 571.
Registration Information: None.

EN 577 Operations Planning and Control 3(3-0)

Spring.
Techniques for analysis and management of manufacturing operations and production with emphasis on inventory systems and forecasting.
Prerequisite: EN 571.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

EN 578 Decision Making under Uncertainty 3(3-0)

As Needed.
A broad introduction to algorithms for decision making under uncertainty covering a wide variety of topics related to decision making, introducing the underlying mathematical problem formulations and their algorithms.
Prerequisites: BSAD 265 or EN 565.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: A college course on inferential statistics.

EN 585 Program Capstone 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Program Capstone for students finishing the Master in Engineering Management.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: 12 credit hours (Master in Engineering Management core courses) and graduate standing.

EN 588 Graduate Projects 3(3-0)

As Needed.
Application of graduate industrial engineering principles to a capstone design project.
Prerequisite: EN 520 and EN 571 and EN 575 and EN 577.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 590 Special Projects (1-3 V)

As Needed.
Individual project selected, outlined and pursued by student.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing. Approval of advisor.

EN 591 Special Topics (1-3 V)

Spring.
Selected topics in industrial and systems engineering. Heuristic design, reliability, industrial ergonomics, multi-criteria decision analysis, analytical facility location and site selection models. Not every topic offered each year.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

EN 593 Graduate Seminar 2(2-0)

Fall.
Seminar for students entering the systems engineering program. Philosophical, methodological and ethical issues in systems engineering are discussed.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

EN 595 Independent Study (1-5 V)

As Needed.
Independent Study.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing.

EN 598 Internship (1-6 V)

As Needed.
Field work in a company or organization, with written reports.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

EN 599 Thesis Research (1-9 V)

Fall, Spring.
Preparation of thesis to meet degree requirements. Arranged with major advisor.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing. Approval of advisor.

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