ENGT-265: Mechanical Capstone Project

School
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Division
Pre-Engineering
Department
Pre-Engineering
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Engineering Technology
Course Number
265
Course Title
Mechanical Capstone Project
Credit Hours
3.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Co-requisites
ENGT-245 can be taken previously or concurrently or with Instructor Permission.
Catalog Course Description

A capstone course requiring the design and development of a new product or process, by applying the engineering design process. This process includes background research and engineering analysis, prototype construction and testing, and communication and reporting. Students build critical thinking by applying their drafting and design skills in the development of new products.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Work with sponsors, perform analyses and conduct research to develop requirements for a mechanical or industrial system or solution to a mechanical or industrial engineering problem
  2. Design the system or solution methods
  3. Implement a prototype, model or method according to the system or solution design
  4. Operate the prototype, model or method
  5. Evaluate the prototype, model or method with respect to the project requirements/constraints
  6. Document the process, products, and results
  7. Manage the projects and communicate the results
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
  1. Show the ability to start from a sponsor’s statements of need, work with the sponsor, perform appropriate research and analyses, and apply relevant engineering standards to develop formal requirements for a mechanical system, an industrial system, or the solution to a mechanical or industrial problem.
  2. Develop multiple alternative approaches, design and implement a prototype, model, or method to meet those requirements by correctly applying appropriate engineering principles.
  3. Operate or implement the prototype, model, or method and evaluate the results against the requirements using objective performance measures.
  4. Plan and manage the project so as to use team resources efficiently and meet project requirements on time and on or under budget.
  5. Constructively address ethical dilemmas that may arise and potential adverse environmental, safety, health, and social impacts.
  6. Collaboratively produce written and oral reports that effectively communicate project information to target audiences—i.e., that are at the appropriate technical level for these audiences and follow disciplinary conventions of usage, vocabulary, format, and citation.
  7. Function effectively on a team, contributing to all major aspects of the design, implementation, and testing of an engineering project.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement
  1. Attendance is necessary for teamwork and communication and collaboration with sponsor.
  2. Documentation in Engineering Notebook. The Notebook can be reviewed by instructor as a means of progress report.
  3. Electronic/web-based portfolios allow students to create, maintain and share digital portfolios. The portfolio should be reviewed at least once a week by instructor and provides feedback to students.
  4. Presentation in a Juried Panel for Final Evaluation.
Texts

None

Outcomes

Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No
Satisfies Honors Requirements
No

Credit for Prior College-Level Learning

Options for Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Portfolio Review
Effective Term
Fall 2021