Introduction to Electrical Design & Engineering
IDEA 175
Fall 2025
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01
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| Crosslisting:
CIS 175, PHYS 206 |
| Course Cluster and Certificates: Integrated Design, Engineering & Applied Science Minor |
Students will learn about engineering mechanics, electronic control systems, and physical actuators (e.g., for movement) using a microprocessor platform, sensors and motors. The final project will require a student team to ideate, design, analyze, and optimize a mechatronic system. This course will allow students to better understand components, methods, and challenges in mechatronics systems commonly found in automation and robotics. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM CIS |
| Course Format: Studio | Grading Mode: Credit/Unsatisfactory |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Integrated Design, Engineering, Arts & Society Minor)(Integrated Design, Engineering, Arts & Society) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 50% - 74% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
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Examinations and Assignments:
Individual and group projects throughout the semester-includes performance evaluations and written reports of various styles.
Content/Performance quizzes. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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| Instructor(s): Moller,Daniel Times: ..T.R.. 10:20AM-12:10PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 16 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 16 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 4 | JR non-major: 4 | SO: 4 | FR: 4 |
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