Core Curriculum Courses

E 101 Engineering Experiences I
This course consists of a set of engineering experiences such as lectures, small group sessions, on-line modules and visits. Students are required to complete a
specified number of experiences during the semester. The goal is to introduce students to the engineering profession, engineering disciplines, college success strategies, Stevens research and other engaging activities and to Technogenesis. Course is pass/fail.
E 115 Introduction to Programming
An introduction to the use of an advanced programming language for use in engineering applications, using C++ as the basic programming language and Microsoft Visual C++ as the program development environment. Topics covered include basic syntax (data types and structures, input/output instructions, arithmetic instructions, loop constructs, functions, subroutines, etc.) needed to solve basic engineering problems as well as an introduction to advanced topics (use of files, principles of objects and classes, libraries, etc.). Algorithmic thinking for development of computational programs and control programs from mathematical and other representations of the problems will be developed. Basic concepts of computer architectures impacting the understanding of a high-level programming language will be covered. Basic concepts of a microcontroller architecture impacting the use of a high-level programming language for development of microcontroller software will be covered, drawing specifically on the microcontroller used in E121 (Engineering Design I).
E 120 Engineering Graphics
Engineering graphics: principles of orthographic and auxiliary projections, pictorial presentation of engineering designs, dimensioning and tolerance, sectional and detail views, assembly drawings. Descriptive geometry. Engineering figures and graphs. Solid modeling introduction to computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) using numerically-controlled (NC) machines.
E 121 Engineering Design I
This course introduces students to the process of design and seeks to engage their enthusiasm for engineering from the very beginning of the program. The engineering method is used in the design and manufacture of a product. Product dissection is exploited to evaluate how others have solved design problems. Development is started of competencies in professional practice topics, primarily: effective group participation, project management, cost estimation, communication skills and ethics. Engineering Design I is linked to and taught concurrently with the Engineering Graphics course. Engineering graphics are used in the design projects and the theme of "fit to form" is developed.

Corequisites: E 115, E 120
E 122 Engineering Design II
This course will continue the freshman year experience in design. The design projects will be linked to the Mechanics of Solids course (integrated Statics and Strength of Materials) taught concurrently. The engineering method introduced in Engineering Design I will be reinforced. Further introduction of professional practice topics will be linked to their application and testing in case studies and project work. Basic concepts of design for environment and aesthetics will be introduced.

Prerequisites: E 121
E 126 Mechanics of Solids
Fundamental concepts of particle statics, equivalent force systems, equilibrium of rigid bodies, analysis of trusses and frames, forces in beam and machine parts, stress and strain, tension, shear and bending moment, flexure, combined loading, energy methods, statically indeterminate structures.

Prerequisites: PEP 111, MA 115, MA 122
E 231 Engineering Design III
This course continues the experiential sequence in design. Design projects are linked with Mechanics of Solids topics taught concurrently. Core design themes are further developed.

Prerequisites: E 122

Corequisites: E 126
E 232 Engineering Design IV
This course continues the experiential sequence in design. Design projects are in, and lectures address the area of Electronics and Instrumentation. Core design themes are further developed.

Prerequisites: E 231, E 245
E 234 Thermodynamics
Concepts of heat and work; First and Second Laws for closed and open systems including steady processes and cycles; thermodynamic properties of substances and interrelationships; phase change and phase equilibrium; chemical reactions and chemical equilibrium; representative applications. Introduction to energy conversion systems, including direct energy conversion in fuel-cells, photo-voltaic systems, etc.

Prerequisites: CH 115, MA 115, PEP 111, MA 122
E 243 Probability and Statistics for Engineers
Descriptive statistics, pictorial and tabular methods, measures of location and of variability, sample space and events, probability and independence, Bayes' formula, discrete random variables, densities and moments, normal, gamma, exponential and Weibull distributions, distribution of the sum and average of random samples, the central limit theorem, confidence intervals for the mean and the variance, hypothesis testing and p-values, applications for prediction in a regression model. A statistical computer package is used throughout the course for teaching and for project assignments.

Prerequisites: MA 116
E 245 Circuits and Systems
Ideal circuit elements; Kirchoff laws and nodal analysis; source transformations; Thevenin/Norton theorems; operational amplifiers; response of RL, RC and RLC circuits; sinusoidal sources and steady state analysis; analysis in frequenct domain; average and RMS power; linear and ideal transformers; linear models for transistors and diodes; analysis in the s-domain; Laplace transforms; transfer functions.

Corequisites: PEP 112, MA 221
E 300 Special Topics in Sustainable Engineering
This is a multidisciplinary course addressing contemporary issues in sustainable engineering.   The course is primarily project-based with relevant lectures and seminars from the instructor and guest speakers.  Each student or group of students will develop a plan of project activities appropriate for the assigned credits under the supervision of an advisor and may include a co-advisor from outside Stevens.  The scope of the project must not duplicate any activity for which credit has been or is being obtained in another course. This course is open to engineering undergraduate students from any discipline with at least sophomore standing.  This course can be used as an elective in the Green Engineering Minor.Prerequisites: at least sophomore standing in an engineering program AND by permission of the instructor.
E 301 International Educational Experiences I
This course designation provides a vehicle to award general elective academic credit to approved international educational experiences that meet School of Engineering and Science/engineering program educational outcomes, but would not otherwise be transferable as equivalent to a Stevens course or courses. Multiple activities can be combined for approval if they present a coherent whole that addresses school/program outcomes. The program or activities must be approved for credit by the School of Engineering and Science Education and Assessment Committee.
E 302 International Educational Experiences II
This course designation provides a vehicle to award general elective academic credit to approved international educational experiences that meet School of Engineering and Science/engineering program educational outcomes, but would not otherwise be transferable as equivalent to a Stevens course or courses. Multiple activities can be combined for approval if they present a coherent whole that addresses school/program outcomes. The program or activities must be approved for credit by the School of Engineering and Science Education and Assessment Committee.
E 306 Bio-Engineering
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E 321 Engineering Design V
This course includes both experimentation and open-ended design problems that are integrated with the Materials Processing course taught concurrently. Core design themes are further developed.

Corequisites: E 344
E 322 Engineering Design VI
This course allows each discipline to address design topics specific to their discipline, but in the context of how design in the discipline fits into an integrated product and process development (IPPD) paradigm where appropriate. Even where IPPD is not significant to the discipline, students will gain some appreciation through specific requirements. The later part of this course is structured to allow for project selection, team formation and preparation of a proposal suitable for submission to a potential sponsor for the senior design capstone project. The core design themes will be further developed. Offered as a discipline specific course (e.g.: CE322, CHE322, CPE322, EE322, EM322, EN322, ME322, PEP322).

Prerequisites: E 321

Corequisites: E 345, E 355
E 342 Transport/Fluid Mechanics
Offered as a specific departmental course; see departmental listing.
E 344 Materials Processing
An introduction is provided to the important engineering properties of materials, to the scientific understanding of those properties and to the methods of controlling them. This is provided in the context of the processing of materials to produce products.

Prerequisites: CH 115
E 345 Modeling and Simulation
Development of deterministic and non-deterministic models for physical systems; engineering applications; simulation tools for deterministic and non deterministic systems; case studies and projects. Offered as a discipline specific course (e.g.: CE345, CHE345, CPE345, EE345, EM345, EN345,ME345, PEP345).
E 355 Engineering Economics
Students learn a set of Engineering Economic techniques that serve as powerful tools to aid in the design, implementation ad continued improvement of any engineering project or process.  The primary goal of this course is to help students develop an ability to make sound economic decisions, thereby facilitating effective evaluation and selection of alternative technical, design, and engineering solutions.  In this course students will be exposed to the analysis of financial data, the concept of interest rates, the time value of money, economic analysis using the three worths, internal rate of return and benefit cost analysis.  Furthermore, the student will gain a comprehensive knowledge about advanced engineering economy topics such as depreciation, capital cost and recovery, after tax analysis, inflation, sensitivity analysis, risk analysis and simulation.  Laboratory exercises include the use of spreadsheets to solve engineering economy problems and a series of labs that parallel the lecture portion of the course.

Prerequisites: E 121, and E 122, and E 231, and E 232
E 380 Sustainable Energy
Assessment of current and potential energy systems, covering extraction, conversion and end use, with emphasis on meeting regional and global energy needs in the 21st century in a sustainable manner; systems engineering and economic analysis tools for sustainable energy systems; climate change; energy technologies in each fuel cycle stage for fossil (oil, gas, synthetic), nuclear (fission and fusion) and renewable (solar, biomass, wind, hydro, and geothermal) energy types; storage, transmission, and conservation; evaluation and analysis of energy technology systems in the context of engineering, economic, environmental, political and social aspects.
E 385 Special Topics in Sustainable Engineering
 This is a multidisciplinary course addressing contemporary issues in          
 sustainable engineering.  The course is primarily project-based with relevant 
 lectures and seminars from the instructor and guest speakers.  Each student or
 group of students will develop a plan of project activities appropriate for   
 the assigned credits under the supervision of an advisor and may include a    
 co-advisor from outside Stevens.  The scope of the project must not duplicate 
 any activity for which credit has been or is being obtained in another course.
 This course is open to engineering undergraduate students from any discipline 
 with at least sophomore standing.  This course can be used as an elective in  
 the Green Engineering Minor.
E 400 Research in Engineering
Individual research investigation under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Hours/credits to be arranged. A final report/thesis and a formal presentation in a seminar/conference is required.
E 421 Entrepreneurial Analysis of Engineering Design
This course provides students with tools needed to commercialize their senior design technology. Topics include engineering economic analysis and issues of marketing, venture capital, intellectual property and project management. These topics are from the view of an entrepreneur who is creating knowledge that can be licensed and/or used in a start-up business. These topics are critical elements in implementing Technogenesis.

Prerequisites: E 355, E 321

Corequisites: E 423, E 424
E 423 Engineering Design VII
Senior design capstone courses. For most programs a capstone project spanning two semesters is required. Chemical Engineering and Environmental Engineering require projects of one semester duration. While the focus is on the capstone disciplinary design experience, all programs will include the two-credit core module on Engineering Economic Design (E421) during the first semester.

Prerequisites: E 423
E 424 Engineering Design VIII
Senior design capstone courses include a capstone project spanning two semesters.
E 580 Sustainable Energy
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