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Introduction to Engineering and Design
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Syllabus
- Foundational knowledge of the primary fields of engineering, including Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Materials, and Mechanical Engineering.
- Techniques and applications of the engineering design process.
- How to conceptualize, design, build, and assess a prototype that solves an engineering problem.
Prerequisite
None, but math through Algebra helpful
Instructors
Karen Haberstroh
Lecturer, School of Engineering, and Associate Director of Engineering Programs, School of Professional Studies
Brown University
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Founded in 1764, Brown University is an independent, coeducational Ivy League institution. It is recognized for the quality of its teaching, research, and unique curriculum. The seventh-oldest college in the United States, Brown University is located in historic Providence, Rhode Island.
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