MECHENG 4999H
Transcript Abbreviation:
HonUG Research ME
Course Description:
Honors program students are offered the opportunity to pursue independent project/research. Student presentations and undergraduate Honors thesis writing is included, to enable graduation with Research Distinction in Mechanical Engineering.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
1.00
Max Credit Hours:
3.00
Select if Repeatable:
On
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
6.00
Total Completions Allowed:
4.00
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
7 weeks (autumn or spring)
4 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: Honors standing, and CPHR 3.4 or above, and Sr standing in MechEng major; or permission of instructor.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
(N/A)
Course Goals / Objectives:
Prepare to present technical material in the most effective fashion to a variety of audiences in a variety of formats
Prepare to write a research thesis
Prepare students for the general conduct of research
Terminal goal for students to successfully conduct a multi-semester research project, defend and write a research thesis which enables them to satisfy University requirements towards Graduation with Distinction
Prepare the students for graduate school
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supervised research and project work arranged individually | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Independent Study
Grade Roster Component:
Independent Study
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Successful progression on individual research project (as defined and judged by research advisor) | 70% |
| In-class presentations (2-3 per sememester) | 20% |
| Participation in critique of presentations | 10% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Various dand-outs ans postings on Carmen |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 2 | an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 3 | an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences - pre-2019 EAC SLO (g) |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 4 | an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 6 | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 7 | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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