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  Degree Requirements - Bachelor of Engineering (126 credits)

  Degree Requirements- Bachelor of Engineering (minimum 126 credits)

  Students pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering must also declare a concentration. This list below reflects the common Engineering Foundation courses for each discipline and totals 21-22 credits.  The remaining courses are listed under each concentration heading.  A minimum of 126 credits is required, but in most cases the required credits exceed this.

  • • ENGR 1000 Engineering Ethics (2 credits) or ENGR 1001 Ethical Engineering Responsibilities (3 credits)
    • MTH 1410 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I (4 credits)
    • MTH 1420 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II (4 credits)
    • MTH 4270 Applied Probability & Statistics (3 credits)
    • PHY 1600 General Physics I (3 credits)
    • PHY 1610 General Physics I Lab (1 credits)
    • PHY 1620 General Physics II (3 credits)
    • PHY 1630 General Physics II Lab (1 credits)

  In addition to the courses listed above, declaring a concentration and completing those courses, the University Core Curriculum courses must also be completed.
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  Electrical Engineering Concentration

  Utayba Mohammad, D.Eng., Chair, Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science Department
  Email: mohammut@udmercy.edu

  The Bachelor of Engineering with an Electrical Engineering concentration is typically only available to specific international program students. After a review and consultation with the Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science chairperson, transfer students may have previous coursework transferred.

  Learning Outcomes:

  The foundation and major courses for this concentration reflect the majority of the academic classes taken for the Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (BEE) degree. As such, similar courses are regularly assessed with outcome worksheets generated by the faculty and reviewed by a faculty committee and the ECECS Department Industrial Advisory Board (IAB). Therefore, the Learning Outcomes will be similar to those for the Bachelor of Electrical Engineering program.

  Engineering Foundation Courses (19 credits)

  • CHM 1070 General Chemistry I (3 credits)
  • CHM 1100 General Chemistry I Lab (1 credits)
  • ENGR 1020 Basics Engineering Graphics (1 credit)
  • ENGR 1023 Engineering Computing & Problem Solving (1 credit)
  • ENGR 1080 Fundamentals of Engineering Design (2 credits)
  • ENL 3030 Technical Writing (3 credits)
  • MTH 2410 Analytic Geometry & Calculus III (4 credits)
  • MTH 3720 Differential Equations with Linear Algebra (4 credits)

  Electrical Engineering Major Courses (65 credits)

  • CSSE 1710 Introduction to Programming I (3 credits)
  • CSSE 1720 Introduction to Programming II (3 credits)
  • ELEE 2500 Fundamentals of Electrical and Computer Engineering I (3 credits)
  • ELEE 2510 Fundamentals of Electrical and Computer Engineering I Lab (1 credit)
  • ELEE 2520 Fundamentals of Electrical and Computer Engineering II (3 credits)
  • ELEE 2530 Fundamentals of Electrical and Computer Engineering II Lab (1 credit)
  • ELEE 2640 Digital Logic Circuits (3 credits)
  • ELEE 2650 Digital Logic Circuits Lab (1 credit)  Optional
  • ELEE 3540 Electronic Systems (3 credits)
  • ELEE 3550 Electronic Systems Laboratory (1 credit)
  • ELEE 3660 Electromagnetics I or ELEE 3760 Electric Vehicle Power Systems (3 credits)
  • ELEE 3720 Electromechanical Energy Conversion (3 credits)
  • ELEE 3740 Communication Theory I (3 credits)
  • ELEE 3860 Introduction to Microcontrollers (3 credits)
  • ELEE 3870 Introduction to Microcontrollers Lab (1 credit)
  • ELEE 3880 Signals and Systems (3 credits)
  • ELEE 4000 Hardware and Software Integration (3 credits)
  • ELEE 4011 ECE Senior Capstone Design I (2 credits)
  • ELEE 4012 ECE Senior Capstone Design I Lab (1 credit)
  • ELEE 4031 ECE Senior Capstone Design II (2 credits)
  • ELEE 4032 ECE Senior Capstone Design II Lab (1 credit)
  • ENGR 3300 Principles of Mechanical Engineering (3 credits)
  • ENGR 4220 Control Systems (3 credits)
  • PHY 3690 Modern Physics with Device Applications or ELEE 4400 Computational Intelligence Techniques (3 credits)
  • Technical Elective I (ELEE course 4000-level) (3 credits)
  • Technical Elective II (ELEE course 4000-level) (3 credits)
  • Technical Elective III (select any engineering discipline, computer science, or math course 4000-level, or CSSE 3430, with advisor approval) (3 credits)
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  Environmental Engineering Concentration

  Utpal Dutta, Ph.D, P.E., Chair, Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering Department
  Email: duttau@udmercy.edu

  This concentration is intended for international students in exchange programs with Detroit Mercy. Environmental engineers use the principles of biology and chemistry to develop solutions to environmental problems. They are involved in water and air pollution control, recycling, waste disposal, and public health issues. Environmental engineers conduct hazardous-waste management studies in which they evaluate the significance of the hazard, advise on its treatment and containment, and develop regulations to prevent mishaps. They design municipal water supply and industrial wastewater treatment systems, conduct research on the environmental impact of proposed construction projects, analyze scientific data, and perform quality-control checks. Environmental engineers are concerned with local and worldwide environmental issues. Some may study and attempt to minimize the effects of acid rain, climate change, automobile emissions, and ozone depletion. They also may be involved in the protection of wildlife. Many environmental engineers work as consultants, helping their clients to comply with regulations, prevent environmental damage, and clean up hazardous sites. The program at Detroit Mercy focuses on two predominant areas of environmental engineering: water and land. 

  Learning Outcomes: 

  Graduates of the program should have:

  1. an ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering science, and mathematics
  2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
  3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences 
  4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental and societal context
  5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
  6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
  7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

  Engineering Foundation Courses (20 credits)

  • CHM 1050 Introduction to General Chemistry (4 credits) or
  • CHM 1070 General Chemistry I (3 credits) and CHM 1100 General Chemistry I Lab (1 credits)
  • CSSE 1710 Introduction to Programming I (3 credits)
  • ENGR 1050 Engineering Graphics & Design (2 credits)
  • MTH 2410 Analytic Geometry & Calculus III (4 credits)
  • MTH 3720 Differential Equations with Linear Algebra (4 credits)
  • ENL 3030 Technical Writing (3 credits)  

  
  

  Environmental Engineering Major Courses (62-63 credits)

  • ENGR 3120 Statics (3 credits)  
  • ENGR 3140 Fluid Mechanics I (3 credits) 
  • ENGR 3190 Fluids Lab (1 credits) optional 
  • ENGR 3150 Thermodynamics I (3 credits)  
  • ENGR 3240 Engineering Economy (3 credits)  
  • ENGR 3260 Mechanics of Materials (3 credits)  
  • ENGR 3333 Engineering Sustainability (3 credits)       
  • CIVE 2100 Intro to Environmental Engineering (3 credits) 
  • CIVE 3480 Soil Mechanics (3 credits)  
  • CIVE 3490 Soil Mechanics Lab (1 credits)  
  • CIVE 4500 Water and Waste Water Engineering (3 credits)  
  • CIVE 4510 Water and Waste Water Engineering Lab (1 credits)  
  • CIVE 4530 Hydraulics & Hydrology (3 credits) 
  • CIVE 4820  Senior Design (3 credits) 
  • Technical Electives - select 27 credits from the options below (or other departmental approved courses):
    • CIVE 3400 Surveying and GIS (3 credits)
    • CIVE 4722 Engineering Geology (3 credits)    
    • CIVE 4724 Environmental Management (3 credits) 
    • CIVE 4726 Introduction to Green Construction (3 credits) 
    • CIVE 4830 Hazardous Waste (3 credits)  
    • CIVE 4840 Environmental Chemistry (3 credits)  
    • CIVE 4850 Project Management and Costing (3 credits)
    • CIVE 4860 Environmental Microbiology (3 credits)  
    • CIVE 4866 Groundwater (3 credits)
    • CIVE 4868 Environmental Modeling (3 credits)
    • CIVE 4874 Construction Methods and Equipment (3 credits)
    • CIVE 4900 Municipal Design Using Geographical Info Sys (3 credits)   
    • ENGR 4350 Environmental Impact Assessment (3 credits) 
    • ENGR 4444 Engineering Creativity & Leadership (3 credits) 
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  Mechanical Engineering Concentration

  Nihad Dukhan, Ph.D, Chair, Mechanical Engineering Department
  Email: dukhanni@udmercy.edu

  The Bachelor of Engineering with a Mechanical Engineering concentration is typically only available to specific international program students. After a review and consultation with the Mechanical Engineering chairperson, transfer students may have previous coursework transferred.

  Learning Outcomes:

  The foundation and major courses for this concentration reflect the majority of academic classes taken for the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) degree. Therefore, the Learning Outcomes will be similar to those for the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering program.

  Engineering Foundation Courses (23-24 credits)

  • CHM 1050 Introduction to General Chemistry I (4 credits)
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  • CHM 1070 General Chemistry I (3 credits) and CHM 1100 General Chemistry I Lab (1 credits)
  • CSSE 1710 Introduction to Programming I (3 credits)
  • CSSE 1711 Introduction to Programming I  Lab (1 credit)  waived in some cases
  • ENGR 1020 Basics Engineering Graphics (1 credit)
  • ENGR 1021 Intermediate Engineering Graphics and Computer Aided Design (1 credit)
  • ENGR 1023 Engineering Computing & Problem Solving (1 credit)
  • ENGR 1080 Fundamentals of Engineering Design (2 credits)
  • ENGR 1234 Introductory Mathematics for Engineering Applications (3 credits)
  • MTH 2410 Analytic Geometry & Calculus III (4 credits)
  • MTH 3720 Differential Equations with Linear Algebra (4 credits)

  Mechanical Engineering Major Courses (60 credits)

  • ENGR 3120 Statics (3 credits)
  • ENGR 3130 Dynamics (3 credits)
  • ENGR 3140 Fluid Mechanics (3 credits)
  • ENGR 3150 Thermodynamics I (3 credits)
  • ENGR 3170 Science of Materials (3 credits)
  • ENGR 3190 Fluid Mechanics Laboratory (1 credits)
  • ENGR 3200 Principles of Electrical Engineering (3 credits)
  • ENGR 3210 Principles of Electrical Engineering Laboratory (1 credits)
  • ENGR 3260 Mechanics of Materials (3 credits)
  • ENGR 3270 Mechanics of Materials Lab (1 credits) - optional
  • ENGR 3400 Heat Transfer (3 credits)
  • ENGR 3410 Heat Transfer Lab (1 credits)
  • ENGR 4220 Control Systems (3 credits)
  • MENG 3610 Mechanical Measurements Lab (2 credits)
  • MENG 3800 Thermodynamics II (3 credits)
  • MENG 3820 Manufacturing Processes (3 credits)
  • MENG 3830 Manufacturing Processes Lab (1 credits)
  • MENG 3900 Intermediate Mechanics of Materials (3 credits)
  • MENG 3920 Machine Design (3 credits)
  • MENG 4920 Computer Aided Engineering (3 credits)
  • MENG 4930 Prototype Design I (2 credits)
  • MENG 4950 Prototype Design II (3 credits)
  • Technical Elective I: 3000 or 4000 level approved engineering, math, or science course (3 credits)
  • Technical Elective II: 3000 or 4000 level approved engineering, math, or science course (3 credits)
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  Robotics and Mechatronic Systems Concentration

  Utayba Mohammad, D.Eng., Chair, Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science Department
  Email: mohammut@udmercy.edu

  The Detroit Mercy Bachelor of Engineering with a Robotics and Mechatronic Systems Engineering (RMSE) concentration program is only available to specific international cohort program students (e.g. Beijing University of Chemical Technology (BUCT) as it is currently structured). Similar programs with other international entities are possible.

  Detroit Mercy Entry Requirements:

  Detroit Mercy and specific international schools have jointly developed contractual entry requirements based on student grades and prerequisites for the Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science (ECECS) Department’s Bachelor of Engineering, major in Engineering, with a concentration in Robotics and Mechatronic Systems Engineering cohort-based program. Contractual details are available from the Dean’s Office. Students are either directly or conditionally admitted based on their records.

  Note that contract requirements may change depending on Detroit Mercy regulations and USA government visa regulations. Transcripts are evaluated and admission decisions are rendered by the ECECS Department chairperson and other faculty as needed.

  Course List:

  The courses that will be taken at Detroit Mercy for the joint BUCT/Detroit Mercy RMSE program are listed below. Engineering foundation courses are typically taken prior to transferring to Detroit Mercy.

  Delivery Format:

  All courses are existing courses that are face-to-face lecture and/or laboratory format. This format will continue for the foreseeable future.

  Learning Outcomes:

  The required courses for the BUCT BEN_RMSE program consist of classes taken at BUCT as well as courses taken at Detroit Mercy. They are comprised of courses selected from the Detroit Mercy RMSEw/EE program. As such, similar courses are regularly assessed with outcome worksheets generated by the faculty and reviewed by a faculty committee and the ECECS Department Industrial Advisory Board (IAB). The Learning Outcomes are similar to those of the Bachelor of Robotics and Mechatronic Systems with a Concentration in Electrical Engineering degree (BRMSE w/EE).

  Bachelor of Engineering RMSE Concentration Courses Completed at Detroit Mercy:
  

  • ELEE 3720 Electromechanical Energy Conversion (3 credits) [may be taken overseas]
  • ELEE 4000 Hardware and Software Integration (3 credits)
  • ELEE 4013 Robotics and Mechatronic Systems Engineering Design I (3 credits)
  • ELEE 4014 Robotics and Mechatronic Systems Engineering Design I Lab (1 credit)
  • ELEE 4033 Robotics and Mechatronic Systems Engineering Design II (3 credits)
  • ELEE 4034 Robotics and Mechatronic Systems Engineering Design II Lab (1 credits)
  • ELEE 4200 Autonomous Mobility Robotics (3 credits)
  • ENGR 4520 Sensors and Actuators (3 credits)
  • ENGR 4790 Modeling and Simulation of Mechatronic Systems (3 credits)
  • MENG 4900 Robotics (3 credits)
  • RMSE Elective ECE Dept. Program Elective (Advisor/Director selected) (3 credits)
  • RMSE Elective ECE Dept. Program Elective (Advisor/Director selected) (3 credits)
  • English writing elective-Advisor consultation (3 credits)
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  Software Engineering Concentration

  Shadi Banitaan, Ph.D, Director, Software Engineering/Computer Science
  Email: banitash@udmercy.edu

  The Bachelor of Engineering with a Software Engineering concentration is typically only available to specific international program students. After a review and consultation with the Software Engineering/Computer Science director, transfer students may have previous coursework transferred.

  Learning Outcomes:

  The foundation and major courses for this concentration reflect the majority of academic classes taken for the Bachelor of  Science in Computer Science (BSCS) degree. Therefore, the Learning Outcomes will be similar to those for the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program.

  
  

  Engineering Foundation Courses (9 credits)

  • ENL 3030 Technical Writing (3 credits)   
  • MTH 2760 Discrete Mathematics (3 credits)
  • MTH Elective I: MTH 3000-4000 level (3-4 credits)

  Software Engineering Major Courses (66 credits) 

  • CSSE 1710 Introduction to Programming I (3 credits)
  • CSSE 1711 Introduction to Programming I Lab (1 credit) waived in some cases
  • CSSE 1720 Introduction to Programming II (3 credits)  
  • CSSE 1721 Introduction to Programming II Lab (1 credit) waived in some cases
  • CSSE 2130 Java (3 credits)
  • CSSE 3430 Data Structures & Algorithm Analysis (3 credits)
  • CSSE 3540 Database Systems and Programming (3 credits)
  • CSSE 4150 Introduction to Software Engineering (3 credits)
  • CSSE 4400 Software Requirements Engineering (3 credits)
  • CSSE 4440 Web Technology (3 credits)
  • CSSE 4490 Operating Systems (3 credits)
  • CSSE 4540 Computer Security (3 credits)
  • CSSE 4550 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (3 credits)
  • CSSE 4570 Software Project Management (3 credits)
  • CSSE 4610 Introduction to Data Mining (3 credits)  
  • CSSE 4951 Senior Design I (3 credits)
  • CSSE 4952 Senior Design II (3 credits)
  • ELEE 2640 Digital Logic Circuits I (3 credits)
  • ELEE 4680 Computer Networking (3 credits)
  • ELEE 4690 Computer Networking Laboratory (1 credit)
  • ELEE 4800 Computer Organization and Architecture (3 credits)
  • Technical Elective I - CSSE/ELEE 4000-level course (3 credits)
  • Technical Elective II - CSSE 4000-level course (3 credits)   
  • Technical Elective III - CSSE 4000-level course (3 credits) 
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  Bachelor of Engineering with International Cohort Programs

  University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) and two institutions in China - Beijing University of Chemical Technology (BUCT) and Hubei University of Technology (HBUT)/Detroit Green Technology Institute (DGTI) - have collaborative agreements where a student is pursuing their primary bachelor’s degree at their home institution in China and a secondary bachelor’s degree at the University of Detroit Mercy. This agreement allows the student to complete the major requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering at UDM and waive the University’s core curriculum. This agreement is only applicable to international students admitted to the programs at BUCT and HBUT/DGTI as a part of this collaborative agreement.