The bachelor of science in electrical engineering with a concentration in mechatronic systems engineering is a four-year integrated engineering sequence, stressing engineering design and project work, much of which is interdisciplinary and involves constructive teamwork. This program requires a minimum of 200 credits, comprised of DU common curriculum, required degree courses, and technical electives. All students in this program choose an area of specialization, which can be fulfilled through the student’s choice of technical electives.
- Mechanical Systems
- Computer Control and Systems
- Individualized Option
Featured Courses
ENCE 3231
Embedded Systems Programming
About this Course
Design, construction and testing of microprocessor systems. Hardware limitations of the single-chip system. Includes micro-controllers, programming for small systems, interfacing, communications, validating hardware and software, microprogramming of controller chips, design methods and testing of embedded systems. Prerequisite: ENCE 3210
ENGR 3730
Robotics
About this Course
Introduction to the analysis, design, modeling and application of robotic manipulators. Review of the mathematical preliminaries required to support robot theory. Topics include forward kinematics, inverse kinematics, motion kinematics, trajectory control and planning, and kinetics. Cross listed with ENGR 4730. Prerequisites: ENME 2520 and MATH 2060 or MATH 2200 or permission of instructor.
ENGR 2610
Engineering Integration I
About this Course
Interdisciplinary course combining topics from computer, electrical and mechanical engineering including engineering ethics, with emphasis on laboratory experience and the design, analysis and testing of interdisciplinary systems. Manufacture of mechanical systems and/or circuit boards. Team project work on interdisciplinary "design-and-build" projects. Prerequisites: ENGR 2035 and junior standing in the appropriate engineering discipline.
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