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101 Engineering Orientation (1)
University regulations and life, effective study habits, library use; engineering as a profession.
102 Engineering Drawing (3)
Part 1 introduces engineering drawing (shapes; 1D, 2D, and 3D objects; and different views) as well as professional techniques of engineering drawing, including standard engineering letter, line, and figure drawing with instruments; correct representation of objects and machine parts in orthographic projections; principles of dimensions, sectional views; detail drawings; ink drawings; and tracings. Part II covers application of this knowledge to AutoCAD-based computer-aided engineering drawings and drafting. It includes basic drafting and AutoCAD as well as SurvCAD and other useful AutoCAD modules. F, Sp.
117 Environmental Science (3)
Introduces environmental engineering and science. Deals with the fragile nature of our natural resources, especially water resources, and how to identify possible sources of water and air pollution. Includes investigation of the problems and environmental consequences of the disposal of waste generated by industry and the general population. Also includes study of government policies on public safety, environmental rules, regulations, and standards, including those related to the federal Clean Water Act.
121 Statics (3)
Prereq: MATH 210. Addition and resolution of forces, equilibrium of a particle, moment of a force, vector methods, equivalent force systems, equilibrium in two and three dimensions, analysis of trusses, analysis of frames and machines, analysis of beams, shear and moment diagrams, static friction, centroids, center of gravity and pressure, and moment of inertia.
122 Dynamics (3)
Prereq: MATH 212. A review of particle dynamics including the study of rectilinear and curvilinear motion, Newton’s laws, work and energy, impulse and momentum, systems of particles, kinematics of rigid bodies, plane motion of rigid bodies, and the kinetics of rigid bodies in three dimensions.
130 Geology for Engineers (3)
Introduction to both physical and historical geology, including the history, structure, and constitution of the earth, and forces and processes operating on the substances of the earth. Includes a brief introduction to structural geology.
150 Computer Science For Engineers (3)
Prereq: MATH 120. An introduction to the study and use of computer programming in the engineering profession, with emphasis on using computers to find solutions to engineering problems. Lab computer use required. F.
170 Construction Technology (3)
Explores different engineering materials and construction methods, planning and management, tools and equipment, and other topics relating to construction. Includes the necessary background in engineering materials, principles, and technical skills required for the execution, control, and construction supervision of engineering structures.
180–189 Special Topics in Engineering (4)
Prereq: perm. Individual or group study of special interest engineering topics.
213 Strength of Materials (3)
Prereq: 121, MATH 212. The study of stresses, strains, and deformations in tension members, thin-walled pressure vessels, connections, circular torsion members, beams and columns, and members with combined loadings.
214 Thermodynamics (3)
Prereq: MATH 212. The fundamental concepts of energy analysis along with models for material properties necessary for problem solving. Includes the use of computer-aided thermodynamic property tables, first law, second law, pressure, properties of gases, liquids, and solids, temperature, production of work from heat, refrigeration, reaction heat effects, volume, flow and nonflow systems, cyclic processes, enthalpy, and entropy.
220 Hydraulics/Hydrology (3)
Recommended prereq: 102. Concepts of water resources engineering and their
application in civil and mining engineering. Includes fundamentals of fluid mechanics, hydraulics, and hydrology, including flows in enclosed and open environments. Emphasizes hydrology and surface water flows and control.
221 Circuits I (3)
Prereq: MATH 210. Definition of circuit elements, current, voltage, power, energy, resistance, capacitance, and inductance. Review of steady-state analysis of DC and AC circuits using the basic laws of circuit analysis to include Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws, voltage divider, network theorems, current divider, source transformation, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits, nodal analysis, and mesh analysis. Definition of average and RMS values; basic and complex power equations for DC and AC steady state.
230 Environmental Geotechnics I (3)
Introductory geotechnical engineering, including basics of soil and rock properties and mechanics; terminology and definitions (density, specific gravity, porosity, void ratio, etc.); soil types and soil structure, index properties, and classification systems; stress and strain in soil deposits and rock mass; compression and consolidation; shear strength and Mohr’s circle method; and movement of water through soil and rock masses.
260 Mining Engineering I (3)
Prereq: GEOL 101. Orientation to the mining engineering profession. Topics include key mining engineering activities and functions, methods and equipment, and health and safety subsystems. Also covers principal underground and surface mining methods practiced in coal and hard rock mines, with an emphasis on mining practice within West Virginia. Provides a brief introduction to surveying and surveying instruments as applied to mining engineering.
265 Environmental Geotechnics II (3)
Prereq: 230. Includes slope stability, groundwater flow, ground subsidence, land filling, and excavations. Practical problem-based approach incorporates case histories to integrate and apply knowledge of environmental geotechnics, environmental science, and geology.
270 Geographical Information System (3)
Prereq: Familiarity with current computer systems and basics of Windows XP. Introductory concepts and uses of GIS, including data structures and sources; tools, vendors, and software; applications and resources; along with a brief introduction to planning, construction, and administration of a GIS database. Lectures combine with lab exercises using both ESRI software and traditional database design techniques.
275 Mining Engineering II (3)
Prereq: 260. Earth and rock excavation; subsidence and ground control; exploration and development of mineral deposits by surface and underground mining including quarrying and mining of coal and placer deposits; tunneling; shaft sinking; mine ventilation and illumination; mine drainage; mine haulage and hoisting. Principles of surveying; field experience in underground and surface surveying with map work and calculations. Brief introduction to engineering economy.
280–289 Special Topics in Engineering (1–4)
Prereq: perm. Individual or group study of special interest engineering topics.
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