Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 04/23/96
ECE101 19966-99999	LEC	3 Credit(s)	3 Period(s)
Origins of Science and Engineering
Introduction to the profession of engineering from a historical perspective. Evolution of engineering from its ancient roots in China, Europe and the Mideast to the development of engineering during the Renaissance and the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe and the growth of engineering in the United States from its French and British roots to current day practices. Prerequisites: None.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
ECE101   19966-99999	Origins of Science and Engineering

1.	Explain and exemplify the works of ancient engineers from China, the Mideast, Greece, and Rome. (I)
2.	Trace the evolution of engineering during the 14th and 15th centuries. (I)
3.	Identify key individual contributions during the 14th and 15th centuries that helped establish engineering as a profession. (I)
4.	Explain the social, ethical, and cultural impact of engineering innovation during the 14th and 15th centuries. (I)
5.	Trace the evolution of engineering during the 16th and 17th centuries. (I)
6.	Identify key individual contributions during the 16th and 17th centuries that helped further define engineering as a profession. (I)
7.	Explain the social, ethical, and cultural impact of engineering innovation during the 16th and 17th centuries. (I)
8.	Trace the development of the French tradition of engineering during the 18th and 19th centuries. (I)
9.	Identify key individual contributions that helped define the French tradition of engineering during the 18th and 19th centuries. (I)
10.	Trace the development of the British tradition of engineering during the 18th and 19th centuries. (I)
11.	Identify key individual contributions that helped define the British tradition of engineering during the 18th and 19th centuries. (I)
12.	Explain the social, ethical, and cultural impact of engineering innovation during the 18th and 19th centuries. (I)
13.	Explain how the British and French traditions influenced the development of engineering in the United States during the 18th and 19th centuries. (I)
14.	Identify key individual contributions that helped define engineering in the United States during the 18th and 19th centuries. (I)
15.	Trace the evolution of engineering during the 20th century in the United States. (I)
16.	Identify key individual contributions by engineers during the 20th century. (I)
17.	Explain the importance of the global economy and its impact on engineering during the 20th century. (I)
18.	Contrast the issues that were addressed by engineers of the 19th century with the issues that engineers face today. (I, III)
19.	Use a word processor to compose a paper. (II)
20.	Use electronic mail to communicate over the Internet. (II)
21.	Use the Internet and World Wide Web to research areas of interest within the engineering profession. (II)
22.	Describe the current job market in engineering, including local and national opportunities. (III)
23.	Identify the different types of industries that hire engineers, and describe a typical starting engineer's job. (III)
24.	Explain the characteristics and traits that an engineer must have to succeed in industry. (III)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
ECE101   19966-99999	Origins of Science and Engineering

I. Origins of Engineering A. The ancient engineers of China, Egypt, Greece, and Rome B. The development of engineering during the Renaissance C. The French tradition of engineering during the 18th and 19th centuries D. The British tradition of engineering during the 19th and 19th centuries E. The development of engineering in the United States during the 18th and 19th centuries F. The evolution of engineering during the 20th century II. Introduction to Electronic Research Methods A. Operating systems B. Word processing C. The Internet D. Electronic mail III. Engineering as a Profession A. In-class presentation by practicing engineers B. Field trips to science and engineering-related industries C. Employment trends and opportunities for each engineering discipline

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