College Catalog
Course Descriptions
Design Statics and Strength of Materials
DSG323
Introduction to the fundamental principles used in determining the force and moment set that maintain structures in static equilibrium. Corresponding material stresses are determined in a combined state when required; this includes Mohr's circle, stress-strain relationships, and factors of safety. Special applications are introduced, including springs, press fits and torsion of shafts. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): MTH240 and PHS115. Corequisite(s): MTH242. Fall Only.
Design Dynamics
DSG324
Quantitative analysis of particles and rigid bodies in two and three dimension, with an emphasis on basic principles, visualization, and problem solving as applied in product design. Topics include kinematics of translation and rotation, Newton's laws, vibration, resonance and fatigue. This course builds on previous knowledge of statics and strengths of materials. Calculus is used. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): DSG323. Corequisite(s): MTH242. Spring Only.
Design for Manufacturability
DSG325
Introduction to the theory and application of the design and development of industrial products and systems. Development of awareness of the many cultural, physical, and historically based variables that impact the finished product. Emphasis on the design process and problem solving. Work in teams to design simple tools and products. Stressed is bringing a competitive product to market through the use of concurrent engineering for simultaneous product/process design. Parametric solids modeling software is used to develop basic designs and create production drawings. (Formerly DSG321 & DSG322) 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): CAD238 and CCD243. Fall Only.
Finite Element Modeling and Validation
DSG326
Introduction to fundamental theory and applications for design engineering using engineering mechanics applied to many aspects of stress analysis problems. Different element types, model formulations, stress recovery techniques, modeling considerations, convergence criteria, and error estimates are included in this course. Instruction implements a commercial finite element analysis program and result validation through both classical solutions and testing hardware. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): CAD237 and DSG323 or CAD119 and DSG323. Corequisite(s): DSG324. Spring Only.
Product Design and Engineering Analysis
DSG421
Development of skills in the engineering aspects of the design process. The use of engineering analysis, materials, techniques, and models will direct the development and documentation of products and tools. The intensive use of advanced CAD and FEA to develop geometry is applied. The databases are used for a variety of engineering analyses and validation techniques. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): DSG322 and DSG324 or DSG324 and DSG325. Fall Only.
Applied Product and Systems Design
DSG422
Study that builds on and reinforces concepts learned in the previous design and engineering courses. Course work includes solving design problems, selecting materials, testing alternatives, collecting data, conducting design analysis, preparing engineering documents, and recommending manufacturing processes. Concepts of product liability, computer integrated manufacturing (CIM), materials handling, and product tracing are discussed. Course may be taken through an internship with instructor approval. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): DSG421. Spring Only.
Design Colloquium
DSG424
Current topics of interest on design and engineering by means of guest speakers, video teleconferences, field trips, Internet exchanges, and multi-media methods. Information presented on design and the profession. Participation in local student chapters of professional societies is encouraged. Presentations, journals, and technical reports are developed on current topics of interest covered in the course. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): DSG421. (Writing Enriched) Spring Only.
Senior Seminar-Lecture
DSG495
Individualized learning opportunity to define, plan, and develop a proposal for the senior project. Using knowledge and skills acquired in previous design courses, the student develops a design proposal, conducts preliminary analysis, presents findings, and prepares a final report for a product design or system. Working on industry-based design problems and using concurrent engineering techniques are emphasized. Each student or design group completes an approved project for the senior seminar lab course. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab) Corequisite(s): DSG421. Fall Only.
Senior Seminar-Lab
DSG496
Individualized learning experience in which the student, working under a faculty mentor, develops and delivers a finished project as outlined during the lecture, planning portion of the senior seminar experience (DSG495). Successful completion of the project requires a finished project, including a report with an executive summary, an evaluation process, and a verbal presentation. 3 Credits (0 Lecture - 9 Lab) Prerequisite(s): DSG495. Spring Only.
