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Special Topics in Engineering
Course: ECE294AC

First Term: 2014 Spring
 Lec + Lab   0.5 Credit(s)   0.5 Period(s)   0.5 Load  
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S- Standard


Description: Exploration and investigation of a focused topic in engineering.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Explain the theoretical and/or practical context of a particular engineering topic. (I, II)
2. Apply appropriate problem solving techniques to develop hypotheses, design protypes and/or experiments, collect and analyze data, and draw inferences from evidence related to the special topical focus of course. (III, IV)
3. Explain the application of fundamental engineering principles to the topic. (III, IV)
4. Describe potential applications of special topic in other contexts. (VI)
5. Effectively communicate qualitative and quantitative scientific information orally, visually, and in writing. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Conceptual background for study of particular engineering topic
II. Historical and current perspective on topic
III. Application of engineering principles and problem solving techniques
IV. Data collection and analysis
V. Reporting quantitative and qualitative information in engineering
VI. Consideration of special topic in other contexts
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: November 26, 2013

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.