Engineering
College of Engineering
Courses with section C1 begin in May and run for 12 weeks, ending in August.
Directed and independent study are available in all Engineering departments
in the summer. See Directed and Independent Study for further information.
Additional classes in Computer Science are offered by the College of Arts and
Sciences and Metropolitan College.
Engineering Core
ENG EK 102 Introduction to Linear Algebra for Engineers
Systems of linear equations and matrices. Vector spaces and linear transformations
using matrix notation, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Examples
are drawn from engineering applications using MATLAB. Cannot be taken in addition
to CAS MA 142 or MA 242. 2 cr. Tuition: $1000
Summer 1 (May 21-June 25):
A1 Mon./Wed. 10 a.m.-12 noon Dorothy C. Attaway
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ENG EK 301 Engineering Mechanics I
Prereq: CAS PY 211. Coreq: CAS MA 225. Fundamentals of engineering statics and
dynamics. Application of Newton's laws of motion. Vector treatment of particle
and rigid-body statics and particle dynamics. Energy and momentum methods. 4
cr. Tuition: $2000
Twelve-week course (May 20-August 7):
C1 Tues./Thurs. 1-3:30 p.m. Raymond J. Nagem
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ENG EK 302 Engineering Mechanics II
Prereq: ENG EK 301. Fundamentals of engineering dynamics. Kinetics of rigid
bodies in two and three dimensions. Impulsive motion, impact, energy, and momentum
methods. Mechanical vibrations of linear single-degree-of-freedom systems. 4
cr. Tuition: $2000
Twelve-week course (May 21-August 6):
C1 Mon./Wed. 6-8 p.m. Peter Kerney
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ENG EK 304 Energy and Thermodynamics
Prereq: CAS PY 211. Coreq: CAS MA 225. Macroscopic treatment
of the fundamental concepts of thermodynamic systems. Application to engines,
refrigeration systems, energy conversion, and propulsion. 4 cr. Tuition:
$2000
Twelve-week course (May 20-August 7):
C1 Tues./Thurs. 9-11:30 a.m. Raymond J. Nagem
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ENG EK 307 Electric Circuit Theory
Prereq: ENG EK 127. Coreq: CAS MA 226. Introduction to electric circuit analysis
and design; voltage, current, and power, element I-V curves, circuit laws and
theorems; energy storage; frequency domain, frequency response, transient response;
sinusoidal steady state and transfer functions; operational amplifiers, design.
Includes lab. 4 cr. Tuition: $2000; lab fee: $200; total charge: $2200
Note: MET EK 317 and MET EK 318 fulfill this requirement, however only 4 credits
can be applied toward the graduation requirement.
Twelve-week course (May 21-August 6):
C1 (LEC) Mon./Wed. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Jeffrey Carruthers
(DIS) Mon. 6-7 p.m.
(LAB) Wed. 2-4 p.m.
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ENG EK 406 Computer-Aided Design and Manufacture
Prereq: junior standing or higher in engineering, or consent of instructor.
Manufacturability of high-tech products has grown and excelled in the present
digital era due to enormous advances in computation, communication, control
and software. Computer-integrated design and manufacturing (CIM) concepts
are first introduced, followed by a heavy emphasis on computer-aided design
(CAD), manufacturing (CAM), and engineering (CAE) tools. Topics include geometrical
tolerancing and specification, transformation and manipulation of objects,
description of curves and surfaces, solid modeling, tooling and fixturing,
computer numerical control (CNC) of machine tools, rapid prototyping technologies,
optimization of designs, introduction of finite element methods (FEM) and
application to stress/strain, deformations, and thermal engineering problems,
and testing of parts while incorporating CAD/CAE methods. Projects are selected
from a variety of engineering areas. The course includes a lab with extensive
use of Pro/Engineer and SolidWorks, plus exposure to COSMOSWorks and COMSOL.
4 cr. Tuition: $2000
Summer 1 (May 21-June 25):
A1 Mon./Wed. 4-6 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Theo A. de Winter
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ENG EK 409 Engineering Economy
Prereq: sophomore standing. Time, interest and principal relationships. Present
worth analysis and incremental investment analysis of replacement alternatives
for productive assets. Return on investment for selected business opportunities.
Allocation of indirect costs and preparation of technical and cost proposals.
Depreciation, corporate and personal income taxes. Optimization and cost analysis
in engineering design. Small company startup and financial reports. Ethics
in
engineering. 4 cr. Tuition: $2000
Summer 1 (May 20-June 26):
A1 Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs.
2-4 p.m. Theo A. de Winter
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Manufacturing Engineering
ENG EK 102 Introduction to Linear Algebra for Engineers
Systems of linear equations and matrices. Vector spaces and linear
transformations using matrix notation, determinants, eigenvalues and
eigenvectors. Examples are drawn from engineering applications using
MATLAB. Cannot be taken in addition to CAS MA 142 or MA 242. 2 cr. Tuition:
$1000
Summer 1 (May 21-June 25):
A1 Mon./Wed. 10 a.m.-12 noon Dorothy C. Attaway
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ENG EK 406 Computer-Aided Design and Manufacture
Prereq: junior standing in engineering, or higher, or consent of instructor.
Manufacturability of high-tech products has grown and excelled in the present
digital era due to enormous advances in computation, communication, control
and software. Computer-integrated design and manufacturing (CIM) concepts are
first introduced, followed by a heavy emphasis on computer-aided design (CAD),
manufacturing (CAM), and engineering (CAE) tools. Topics include geometrical
tolerancing and specification, transformation and manipulation of objects,
description of curves and surfaces, solid modeling, tooling and fixturing,
computer numerical control (CNC) of machine tools, rapid prototyping technologies,
optimization of designs, introduction of finite element methods (FEM) and application
to stress/strain, deformations, and thermal engineering problems, and testing
of parts while incorporating CAD/CAE methods. Projects are selected from a
variety of engineering areas. The course includes a lab with extensive use
of Pro/Engineer and SolidWorks, plus exposure to COSMOSWorks and COMSOL. 4
cr. Tuition: $2000
Summer 1 (May 21-June 25):
A1 Mon./Wed. 4-6 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Theo A. de Winter
Top
ENG EK 409 Engineering Economy
Prereq: sophomore standing. Time, interest and principal relationships. Present
worth analysis and incremental investment analysis of replacement alternatives
for productive assets. Return on investment for selected business opportunities.
Allocation of indirect costs and preparation of technical and cost proposals.
Depreciation, corporate and personal income taxes. Optimization and cost
analysis in engineering design. Small company startup and financial reports.
Ethics in engineering. 4 cr. Tuition: $2000
Summer 1 (May 20-June 26):
A1 Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs.
2-4 p.m. Theo A. de Winter
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ENG MN 522 Technology Ventures
Prereq: graduate status or consent of instructor. An introduction to the formation
and management of technology-based enterprises for engineers and scientists.
Modules include opportunity recognition and
evaluation, gathering financial and human resources, and managing and harvesting
ventures. Goals include an understanding of basic start-up finance and accounting,
writing business plans, presenting venture ideas to industry experts, and
venture leadership skills. Students become familiar with fundamental
technical and engineering issues in a variety of industries, especially information
technology, life sciences, biotechnology and telecommunications. Case studies,
lectures, workshops, and projects are utilized. Distance learning
sections are available: visit www.bu.edu/mfg/dlp for
more information. 4 cr. Tuition:
$4368
Summer 1 (May 20-June 26):
A1 Tues./Thurs. 4-8 p.m. Dan Cole
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ENG MN 526 Simulation of Physical Processes
Prereq: senior or graduate standing in the engineering, physics, or chemistry
disciplines, or consent of instructor. Modern simulation methods are used
for describing and analyzing the behavior of realistic nonlinear systems
that occur in the engineering and science disciplines. By developing and
applying such methods and tools, much deeper understanding, insight, and
control of novel technologies can be gained, thereby often greatly aiding
technology development, and sometimes providing the leverage to turn a novel
technology into a practical reality. Advanced numerical methods are covered
for attacking nonlinear partial differential equations. Explores key aspects
of the finite element method. Extensive use is made of modern computational
tools. Problems in micro- and nanoelectronics, bioengineering,
material science, photonics, and physics are introduced and related to sensing
instrumentation
and control. Distance learning sections are available: visit www.bu.edu/mfg/dlp for
more information. 4 cr. Tuition: $4368
Summer 1 (May 21-June 25):
A1 Mon./Wed. 4-8 p.m. Dan Cole
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Electrical and Computer Engineering
ENG EC 311 Introduction to Logic Design
Prereq: ENG EK 307. Introduction to hardware building blocks
used in digital computers. Boolean algebra, combinatorial and sequential circuits:
analysis and design. Adders, multipliers, decoders, encoders, multiplexors.
Programmable logic devices: read-only memory, programmable arrays. Counters
and registers. Includes lab. 4 cr. Tuition: $2000; lab fee: $200; total charge: $2200
Twelve-week course (May 20-August 7):
C1 (LEC) Tues./Thurs. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mehmet Mustafa
(LAB) Arranged
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ENG EC 401 Signals and Systems
Prereq: CAS MA 226 and ENG EK 307. Continuous-time and discrete-time signals
and systems. Convolution sum, convolution integral. Linearity, time-invariance,
causality, and stability of systems. Frequency domain analysis of signals and
systems. Filtering, sampling, and modulation. Laplace transform, z-transform,
pole-zero plots. Linear feedback systems. Includes lab. 4 cr. Tuition: $2000
Note: Cannot be taken for credit in addition to ENG BE 401.
Twelve-week course (May 21-August 6):
C1 (LEC) Mon./Wed. 4-6 p.m. Jeffrey Carruthers
(LAB) Arranged
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ENG EC 410 Introduction to Electronics
Prereq: ENG EK 307. Principles of diode, BJT, and MOSFET circuits. Graphical
and analytical means of analysis. Piecewise linear modeling; amplifiers;
digital
inverters and logic gates. Biasing and small-signal analysis, microelectronic
design techniques. Time-domain and frequency domain analysis and design.
Includes
lab. 4 cr. Tuition: $2000; lab fee: $200; total charge: $2200
Twelve-week course (May 20-August 7):
C1 (LEC) Tues./Thurs. 2-4 p.m. Vladimir Kleptsyn
(DIS) Arranged
(LAB) Arranged
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ENG EC 757 Advanced Microprocessor Design
Prereq: ENG EC 450. This project course provides a varied and practical view
of the development cycle of an embedded system design. Topics include hardware
and software design methodologies, use of CAD and simulation tools, assemblers,
compilers, debuggers and programmers. Microprocessor architectures from
Motorola,
Intel, TI and ARM are discussed and evaluated. Computer interfaces such
as I2C, CAN, USB, PCI, Ethernet, and Bluetooth are discussed in detail.
Students gain a clear understanding of the design cycle from project definition
and proposal to PCB layout and manufacturing. A course design project is
required.
4 cr. Tuition: $4368
Twelve-week course (May 21-August 6):
C1 Mon./Wed. 4-6 p.m. Babak Kia Montazam
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Directed and Independent Study
Directed and independent study are available in all College of Engineering
departments in the summer. Students who wish to register for directed or independent
study
must complete a Directed Study Request-College of Engineering Form and attach
their approved written proposal. These request forms may be obtained at the
department offices at the College of Engineering.
Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
ENG AM 451 Independent Study in Aerospace Engineering
Open to ENG students only. Under faculty supervision, students may study a subject
that is relevant to aerospace engineering but is not covered in a regularly
offered course. Term paper and/or written examination required. Variable cr.
Tuition: $500 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG AM 452 Independent Study in Mechanical Engineering
Open to ENG students only. Under faculty supervision, students may study a subject
that is relevant to mechanical engineering but is not covered in a regularly
offered course. Term paper and/or written examination required. Variable cr.
Tuition: $500 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG AM 900 Research
By petition only. Limited to MS and pre-candidate PhD students in Aerospace
and Mechanical Engineering. Participation in a research project under the direction
of a faculty advisor. If not leading to an MS thesis or PhD dissertation, a
final report is normally required. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG AM 901 Thesis
By petition only. Taken by students who choose to present a thesis as part of
the requirements for the MS in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Preparation of an original thesis under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Variable
cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG AM 951 Independent Study
By petition only. Graduate students may study, under a faculty member's supervision,
subjects not covered in a regularly offered course. Final report and/or written
examination normally required. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG AM 991 Dissertation
Limited to PhD candidates in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering. Advisor and
hours arranged. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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Biomedical Engineering
ENG BE 900 Research
By petition only. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Participation in a research
project under the direction of a faculty advisor, including research leading
to the development of an MS thesis proposal or PhD prospectus, as well as the
work necessary to generate an original MS thesis or PhD dissertation. Variable
cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG BE 951 Independent Study
By petition only. A course of reading under the direction of a faculty advisor
covering subject matter not available in a lecture course. Final report or examination
normally required. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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Manufacturing Engineering
ENG MN 490 Directed Study
Stamped approval is required. Under the supervision of a faculty member, student
undertakes individual study in a subject relevant to manufacturing engineering.
This study may be in an area covered by a required course or in a related area.
Variable cr. Tuition: $500 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG MN 900 Research
By petition only. Participation in a research project under the direction of
a faculty advisor. Final report or thesis is required. Variable cr. Tuition:
$1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG MN 901 Thesis
By petition only. Preparation of an original thesis under the guidance of a
faculty advisor. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG MN 925 Graduate Project
By petition only. A practical manufacturing design, analysis, fabrication, or
production project. Written report required. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per
credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG MN 951 Independent Study
By petition only. Under faculty supervision, graduate students may study subjects
not covered in a regularly offered course. Final report and/or written examination
normally required. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG MN 991 Dissertation
Advisor and hours arranged. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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Electrical and Computer Engineering
ENG EC 451 Directed Study
Student may, under the supervision of a faculty member, undertake individual
study of a subject relevant to electrical, computer, and systems engineering,
if the subject is not covered in a regularly scheduled course. Tangible evidence
of the achievement must be submitted at the end of the semester. Variable cr.
Tuition: $500 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG EC 900 Research
By petition only. A project, study, or research carried out under the guidance
of a faculty member. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG EC 901 Thesis
By petition only. Preparation of an original thesis under the guidance of a
faculty advisor. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG EC 951 Independent Study
By petition only. Under faculty supervision, graduate students may study subjects
not covered in a regularly scheduled course. A final report and/or written examination
is required. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
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ENG EC 991 Dissertation
Advisor and hours arranged. Variable cr. Tuition: $1092 per credit
Summer 1 and 2:
Sections assigned by the College of Engineering.
