Duquesne University's General Engineering program offers a dynamic educational experience characterized by a strong track record of success and a commitment to ethical decision-making. Early on, you will have access to project design spaces and labs, allowing you to develop practical skills and produce high-quality work. Benefit from a curriculum designed to instill a strong foundation in core engineering principles.
Learning Outcomes
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Foundation in Engineering Principles: Students will demonstrate a solid understanding of fundamental engineering concepts, enabling them to apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios effectively.
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Ethical Decision-Making: Students will exhibit the ability to make ethical decisions in their professional and academic endeavors, reflecting the program’s commitment to integrity and responsibility in engineering practices.
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Hands-on Experience and Practical Skills: Students will develop and apply practical skills in engineering through hands-on experience in project design spaces and labs, producing high-quality work that reflects their understanding of engineering principles.
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Research and Innovation: Students will engage with a wide range of research opportunities in the sciences and engineering, utilizing the resources of a nationally ranked research institution to contribute to innovative solutions in their field.
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Career Preparedness: Students will graduate with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to pursue various career paths in engineering, supported by their deep engagement with Duquesne University’s faculty, resources, and community.
Curriculum Credit Summary
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Math/Sciences |
General Engineering |
Capstone Design |
Gen Ed/Bridges |
Total |
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36 |
64 |
6 |
25 |
131 |
Mathematics and Sciences Course Requirements (36 CR)
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MATH 115 Calculus I |
4 |
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I/Lab/Rec |
5 |
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MATH 116 Calculus II |
4 |
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II/Lab/Rec |
5 |
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MATH 215 Calculus III |
4 |
PHYS 211 General Analytical Physics I/Lab |
4 |
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MATH 314 Differential Equations |
3 |
PHYS 212 General Analytical Physics II/Lab |
4 |
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Data Analysis for Engineers (liner algebra/statistics) |
3 |
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General Engineering Course Requirements (70 CR)
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Intro to Engineering |
3 |
Machines and Mechanisms |
3 |
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Programming for Engineers |
3 |
Manufacturing Engineering |
3 |
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Engineering Design |
3 |
Mechatronics Engineering |
4 |
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Electronics |
3 |
Heat Transfer |
4 |
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Statics |
3 |
Mechanical Design |
3 |
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Mechanics of Materials |
4 |
Introduction to Environmental Engineering |
4 |
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Dynamics |
3 |
Environmental Engineering Design |
3 |
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Thermodynamics |
3 |
Nuclear Engineering |
3 |
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Fluid Mechanics |
3 |
Thermal System Design |
3 |
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General Engineering Electives (select two courses from the following) |
6 |
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Robotics Engineering |
3 |
Renewable Energy |
3 |
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Mechanical Control Systems |
3 |
Water Resources Engineering |
3 |
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Mechanical Vibrations |
3 |
Air Resources Engineering |
3 |
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General Engineering Capstone Design |
6 |
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Capstone Design I |
3 |
Capstone Design II |
3 |
Gen Ed/Bridges Course Requirements (25 CR)
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BRDG 101 Writing & Analysis |
3 |
Comm & Creat (BRCC) |
3 |
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BRDG 102 Writing & Literature |
3 |
Cultural Fluen (BRCF) |
3 |
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BRDG 100 Research & Info Skills |
1 |
Ethical Reas (BRET) |
3 |
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EQ xxx Essential Questions Sem |
3 |
Social & Hist (BRSH) |
3 |
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BRDG 105 Intro to Ethical Reasoning |
3 |
THEO/PHIL as needed |
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