2018-19 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Electrical Engineering (EE) To advance into the junior year, EE majors must earn a combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following engineering courses: CS-1210, 1220, EGCP-1010, EGGN-1110, EGEE-2010, 2110, and EGME-1810, 2570. In addition, EE majors must earn a combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following cognate courses: MATH-1710, 1720, 2710, 2740, and PHYS-2110 and 2120. Mechanical Engineering (ME) To advance into the junior year, ME majors must earn a combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following engineering courses: EGCP-1010, EGGN-1110, EGEE-2050, and EGME-1810, 2050, 2530, and 2630. In addition, ME majors must earn a combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following cognate courses: MATH-1710, 1720, 2710, and 2740, and PHYS-2110 and 2120. Graduation Requirements 1. Earn a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 in all major and cognate courses. 2. All engineering majors must take an assessment exam similar to the NCEES FE exam. 3. CS majors must achieve a grade of at least a “C-” in the following courses: CS-1210, 1220, 2210, 3410, 4810, MATH-1710, and MATH -252 0. Technical Resources Our modern laboratories include the following: fluids lab with an 18-inch cross-section wind tunnel, heat transfer, refrigeration, mechanics, materials testing, internal combustion engines, and dynamometers, CNC manufacturing, vibrations, dynamics of machines, electrical machines, feedback controls, circuits, electronics, communications, digital logic design, microprocessors, and surface-mount soldering. We also have extensive PC-based laboratories in which students use computer-based circuit design, 3-D solid modeling, FEA, CFD, CNC, and industry-standard IDE software. Cocurricular Opportunities Engineering freshmen participate in an annual Cardboard Canoe Challenge. Other course-based competitions include statics and dynamics design competitions for sophomores, an Advanced Digital Logic Design competition, and an annual programming contest. The department provides students with opportunities to participate in national and international design competitions organized by professional engineering societies such as ACM, ASME, IEEE, SAE, ASEE, and SWE. Our students participate in Aero Design ® , Formula SAE ® , international programming, robotics, Solar Splash ® , and Supermileage ® competitions. Career Opportunities Engineering and computer science both involve the application of scientific and mathematical principles, experience, judgment, and common sense to develop devices which help people. Engineers redesign products to work more efficiently, more quickly, and less expensively. They design EKG and ultrasound machines that help doctors diagnose medical problems, electrical engineering plants to power our cities, and more fuel-efficient cars and airplanes. Computer programmers develop the software solutions that are used to pilot spacecraft, combat terrorism, prevent collisions at airports, and keep our cars running. Computer scientists and engineers spend a great deal of time interacting and communicating with others, often working on a team. Because of their strong background in science, mathematics, and technology, they often rise to leadership positions in organizations, managing programs in research, development, design, construction, production, operations, marketing, and sales. In this era of rapid technological change, an engineering or computer science education serves our society well. In the decades ahead, society’s needs and problems will call for technical contributions on a scale not previously experienced. Engineering Educational Objectives The School of Engineering and Computer Science educational objectives define God-honoring characteristics of our students within a few years of graduating from Cedarville University. 1. They are successful in professions related to their fields of study. 2. They are successful in graduate-level education. 3. They continue to develop professionally and remain current in their fields. 4. They make sound professional and ethical decisions based upon biblical truths. 5. They continue to grow in service and support of Christian ministries, both in their communities and around the world. Educational Philosophy for Engineering and Computer Science Programs All of our programs are designed to give our graduates a solid background in their technical fields of choice. Our programs include a strong theoretical foundation as well as significant hands-on application. Each program also includes a senior capstone design experience. The three engineering programs share a common philosophy of program outcomes which are consistent with the ABET engineering criteria. Similarly, our computer science program philosophy is consistent with the ABET computer science criteria. Engineering and Computer Science Advisory Council The Engineering and Computer Science Advisory Council consists of professionals and business leaders representing a variety of technology-related businesses. Through annual meetings, these experts advise the University and evaluate its programs and plans for building upon Cedarville’s reputation for excellence in undergraduate engineering and computer science education. Nick Awabdy, I.M.M.I. Ronald Baker, Hi-Tech Aero Spares Carl Bertsche, Jr., Production Engineering Company Rob Bouwens, Rolls Royce Corporation Robert Bujeaud,Turbocam David Girtz, Girtz Industries Richard Holmes, Holmes and Mays Douglas Keating, Boeing Ed Krupka, Burris Logistics Joe Mays, Holmes and Mays Walker Mitchell, Mitchell Consulting Mark Overmyer, Zenith Restoration Bob Porter, Xetron (Northrop Grumman) Daniel Rogers, Duotech Services Jeff Silvey, General Electric Aviation Greg Smith, Northrop Grumman Space Technology Tim Storer, Procter & Gamble Ben TerreBlanche, SigmaTEK Systems Don Wilkinson, Lakeshore HfH Greg Winchester, Summit Investors Faculty Robert Chasnov , Dean ; Senior Professor of Engineering. Education: B.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1978; M.S., University of Illinois, 1980; Ph.D., University of Illinois, 1983; registered professional engineer. At Cedarville since 1991. Stephen Ayers , Assistant Dean; Professor of Civil Engineering. Education: B.Eng. (Mech) Honors I, University of Southern Queensland, 1994; Ph.D. (Civil Eng), University of Southern Queensland, 2001. At Cedarville since 2018. Gerald Brown , Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering. Education: B.Engr., McMaster University, 1982; M.Engr., McMaster University, 1984; Ph.D., McMaster University, 1989. At Cedarville since 2004. Xiaowei (Shawn) Chen , Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering. Education: B.S.E.E., First Aeronautical College of the Air Force, Xinyang, Henan, China, 2008; Ph.D., North Dakota State University, 2018. At Cedarville since 2018. Timothy Dewhurst , Senior Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Education: B.S.M.E., Cornell University, 1980; M.Eng.M., Cornell University, 1981; Ph.D., Cornell University, 1985; registered professional engineer. At Cedarville since 1996. Patrick Dudenhofer , Assistant Professor of Computer Science. Education: B.S., Cedarville University, 2004; M.S. Wright State University, 2011. At Cedarville since 2014. Vicky Fang , Associate Professor of Computer Engineering. Education: B.S.E.E., Shaghai Jiao Tong University, 1992; M.S.E.T., Pittsburg State University, 1998; Ph.D., The University of Akron, 2004. At Cedarville since 2004. Danielle Fredette , Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering. Education: B.S.E.E., Cedarville University, 2012; M.S.E.C.E. The Ohio State University, 2015. At Cedarville since 2017. David Gallagher , Senior Professor of Computer Science. Education: B.S.E.E., United States Air Force Academy, 1978; M.S.E.E., Air Force Institute of Technology, 1987; Ph.D., University of Illinois, 1995. At Cedarville since 2000. Seth Hamman , Associate Professor of Computer Science. Education: B.A., Duke University, 2002; M.S. Yale University, 2011; Ph.D., The Air Force Institute of Technology, 2016. At Cedarville since 2012. Frederick Harmon , Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering. Education: B.S.E.E., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, 1992; M.S.E.E., Air Force Institute of Technology, 1996; Ph.D., University of California-Davis, 2005. At Cedarville since 2014. Jay Kinsinger , Associate Professor of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering. Education: B.S., Mechanical Engineering Technology and B.S., Manufacturing Technology, University of Dayton, 1992; M.S., Biomedical Engineering, Wright State University, 2000. At Cedarville since 1999. Clinton Kohl , Professor of Computer Engineering. Education: B.S.E.E., South Dakota State University, 1988; M.S.E.E., University of North Dakota, 1990; Ph.D., Iowa State University, 1992. At Cedarville since 1994. Cherish Lesko , Instructor of Mechanical Engineering. Education: B.S.M.E., Cedarville University, 1996; M.S., University of Delaware, 1999; Ed.D., Walden University, 2017. At Cedarville since 2018. Timothy Norman , Distinguished Professor of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering. Education: B.S.A.A.E., Purdue University, 1982; M.S.A.A.E. Purdue University, 1986; Ph.D., Purdue University, 1989; registered professional engineer. At Cedarville since 2003. Zhaohui (George) Qin , Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Education: B.S., Shanghai Jiaotong University, 1996; M.S., Shanghai Jiaotong University, China, 1999; Ph.D., Iowa State University, 2007. At Cedarville since 2012. Keith Shomper , Professor of Computer Science. Education: B.A., University of Northern Colorado, 1983; M.S., Air Force Institute of Technology, 1984; Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 1993. At Cedarville since 2003. Jeffrey Shortt , Professor of Electrical Engineering. Education: B.S.E.E., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1974; M.S.E.E., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1979; Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1982. At Cedarville since 1996. Thomas Thompson , Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Education: B.S.M.E., University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1984; M.S.M.E., University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1986; Ph.D., Iowa State University, 1995; registered professional engineer. At Cedarville since 1995. Timothy Tuinstra , Professor of Electrical Engineering. Education: B.S.E.E., Cedarville University, 1996; M.S.E.E., University of Dayton, 1998; Ph.D., University of Dayton, 2008. At Cedarville since 2002. Lawrence Zavodney , Senior Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Education: B.S.M.E., The University of Akron, 1974; M.S.M.E., The University of Akron, 1977; Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1987; registered professional engineer. At Cedarville since 1992. Technical Support Staff David Denlinger , Mechanical Engineering Technician. At Cedarville since 1993. James Landers , Computer and Electrical Engineering Technician, Education: Gateway Electronics, Microsoft, FCC. At Cedarville since 2005. Emeriti Harwood Hegna , Professor Emeritus of Mechanical Engineering. Education: B.S.A.E., University of Minnesota, 1969; M.S.A.E., University of Minnesota, 1971; M.S.M.E., University of Minnesota, 1973; Ph.D., Air Force Institute of Technology, 1981; registered professional engineer. At Cedarville since 1992. Page 100 2018–19 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 2018–19 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 101 School of Engineering and Computer Science Technical Resources School of Engineering and Computer Science Faculty