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GET 1001 Critical Thinking     1 QH
Presents strategies for success, in both the classroom and within the profession.

GET 1100 Introductory C++ Programming     4 QH
Introduces computers for problem solving using C++ language. Topics include data types, arithmetic and logical expressions, programming loops, decision-making, functions, arrays, and character string manipulation. Offers the use of the University's computer facility to run programs. Prereq. MTH 1191 or taken concurrently.

GET 1102 Engineering Technology and Design     4 QH
Introduces the role of the engineering technologist in industry. Topics include engineering problem-solving, engineering design, and analysis of how engineering and technology devices and concepts "work." Introduces technical concepts through practical applications. Includes in-class experiments, group projects, and opportunities to apply verbal and written skills.

GET 1103 Introduction to Engineering Technology Co-op     1 QH
Introduces students to engineering technology by identifying types of opportunities in each of the technology disciplines. Topics include a discussion of cooperative work assignments and job opportunities available to graduates. Utilizes industry speakers, faculty, and graduates.

GET 1104 Product Design     4 QH
Introduces students to the product realization process used by most successful product companies in industry. Discusses the product development process and organizations, customer needs, product specifications, generation and selection of concepts, and industrial design. Uses industry cases and provides the needed design link from design graphics and CAD to upper-level design courses. Prereq. GET 1171.

GET 1105 Computer Applications for Tech     4 QH
Studies the basics of computing in a microprocessor environment (DOS, Windows, MAC, word processing, databases, spreadsheets), with emphasis on applications relevant to technology students. Provides a solid foundation upon which students can develop more extensive computer expertise. Acquired skills are transferable to subsequent courses, cooperative education assignments, and personal and professional endeavors.

GET 1121 Instrument Lab 1     1 QH
Provides a series of laboratory experiments introducing basic engineering technology concepts through hands-on experiments in instrumentation. Investigates concepts including voltage, current, resistance, series circuits, parallel circuits, force, length, and mass. Goals are to provide students with additional hands-on experiences and a basis to help them choose their major.

GET 1122 Instrument Lab 2     1 QH
Provides a series of laboratory experiments introducing basic engineering technology concepts through hands-on experiments in instrumentation. Investigates concepts including time varying signals, temperature, pressure, heat transfer, and strain. Goals are to provide students with additional hands-on experiences and a basis to help them choose their major.

GET 1170 Engineering Graphics 1     4 QH
Introduces manual and computer engineering drawing using geometric constructions, charts, and graphs. Geometric construction includes descriptive geometry, orthographic projection, sections, and isometric drawing.

GET 1171 Engineering Graphics 2     4 QH
Studies computer and manual drawing in layout and assembly graphics. Topics include manufacturing processes, fasteners, gears, welding, electric/electronic drawing, architectural/structural drawing, piping, and topography. Design project required. Prereq. GET 1170 or equivalent.

GET 1320 Engineering Ethics 1     1 QH
Uses a case-study approach to examine basic ethical issues likely to confront engineering students on co-op and in their after-graduation professional practice. Attention is given to issues such as licensing, dissent with management, employee responsibilities, trade secrecy versus publication rights, advertising, and product liability. Discusses these issues in the context of the codes of engineering ethics of the engineering societies and general ethical theory. Prereq. Middler standing or permission of instructor.

GET 1356 Engineering Economy     4 QH
Presents fundamental accounting concepts and terminology, including assets, liability, net worth, and analyzing income statements and balance sheets. Discusses introductory steps in analyzing investment proposals, time value of money, and cash flows. Analyzes cash flows in terms of present worth, annual worth, rate of return, and benefit/cost ratio. Considers depreciation and tax effects on cash flows. Prereq. MTH 1191.

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