2020-21 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Computer Engineering (CpE) To advance into the junior year, CpE majors must earn a combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following engineering and computer science courses: CS-1210, 1220, 2210, 3310, EGCP- 1010, EGGN-1110, EGEE-2010, and EGME-1810 and 2570. In addition, CpE majors must earn a combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following cognate courses: MATH-1710, 1720, 2520, 2740 and PHYS-2110 and 2120. Cyber Operations (CY) Cyber Operations majors must achieve a grade of at least C- in the following courses prior to taking any course that requires one of them as a prerequisite: CS-1210, 1220, 2210, 3410, CY-1000, CY-3420, and CY-4810. 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. 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, surface-mount soldering, water resources, concrete fabrication and testing, environmental, and transportation. 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, a full-scale truss design competition for civil engineering majors, 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, ASCE, ASME, IEEE, SAE, ASEE, and SWE. Our students participate in Aero Design ® , RoboBoat, 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 buildings, bridges, and urban infrastructure, 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 2020–21 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 113 School of Engineering and Computer Science Technical Resources