CH1100
General Chemistry
An introduction to the foundations of chemistry, including electronic
structure of atoms and molecules, intermolecular forces, states of matter,
chemical reactions, organic chemistry, chemical equilibria, kinetics and
acid-base chemistry. Includes laboratory component that emphasizes lecture
concepts. Not recommended for students in programs requiring one year
of first-year chemistry.
Credits: 4.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
EC3400
Economics Decision Analysis
For students who wish to take 3 credits of economic decision analysis
in one semester rather than one or two of the individual modules EC3401
is the first five weeks of the
course: EC3402 is the second five weeks: and EC3403 is the third five
weeks. See EC3401-3 for contents.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring
Prerequisites: UN2002
EE3010
Circuits and Instrumentation
A one semester course designed for non-majors covering the principles
of electrical and electronic measurments, including dc, ac,
semiconductor devices, amplifiers, and filtering.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
ENG1101
Fundamentals of Engineering I
This course serves as an introduction to the engineering profession and
to its various disciplines. The focus of the course is on developing problem-solving
skills, computational skills, and communication skills. Through active,
collaborative work, students will learn by working on teams to apply the
engineering problem-solving method to "real-world" problems.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA1160(C) or MA1135(C) or MA1150(C)
ENG1102 Fundamentals of Engineering II
Introduction to the engineering design process with an emphasis on graphics
and documentation. This course is a continuation of ENG1101 and engineering
problem solving in
the context of the design process is a primary focus of the course.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: ENG1101 and (MA1160 or MA1135 or MA1150)
MA1150
Calculus I
An introduction to single-variable calculus. Topics include functions,
limits, continuity, differentiation and its uses, and integration.
Credits: 4.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA1032 or MA1033
MA1160
Calculus with Technology I
An introduction to single-variable calculus, which includes a computer
laboratory. Topics include trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic
functions, differentiation and its uses, and basic integration. This course
integrates symbolic tools, graphical concepts, data and numerical calculations.
Credits: 4.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA1032 or MA1033
MA2150
Calculus II
Continued study of calculus. Topics include applications of the integral,
inverse functions, techniques of integration, sequences and series.
Credits: 4.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA1150 or MA1160 or MA1135
MA2160
Calculus with Technology II
Continued study of calculus, which includes a computer laboratory. Topics
include integration and its uses, function approximation, vectors, and
elementary modeling with differential equations.
Credits: 4.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA1150 or MA1160 or MA1135
MA2320/1
Elementary Linear Algebra
An introduction to Linear Algebra and how it can be used. Topics include
systems of equations, vectors, matrices, orthogonality, subspaces, and
the eigenvalue problem. Not open to students with credit in MA2330.
Credits: 2.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA1150 or MA1160
MA3150
Multivariable Calculus
Introduction to calculus in two and three dimensions. Topics include conic
sections, vectors, lines, planes, vector valued functions, partial derivatives,
multiple integrals, and calculus of vector fields. Completion of MA2330
or MA2320 recommended.
Credits: 4.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA2150 or MA2160
MA3160
Multivariable Calc with Technology
Introduction to calculus in two and three dimensions, which includes a
computer laboratory. Topics include functions of several variables, partial
derivatives, the gradient, multiple integrals: introduction to vector-valued
functions and vector calculus, divergence, curl, and the integration theorems
of Green, Stokes, and Gauss. Completion of MA2330 or MA2320 recommended.
Credits: 4.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA2150 or MA2160
MA3520/1
Elementary Differential Equations
First order equations, linear equations, and systems of equations. Not
open to students with credit in MA3530 or MA3560.
Credits: 2.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: (MA2150 or MA2160) and (MA2320 or MA2330)
MA3710
Engineering Statistics
Introduction to the design, conduct, and analysis of statistical studies
aimed at solving engineering problems. Topics covered include methods
of data collection, descriptive and graphical methods, probability and
probability models, statistical inference, control charts,
design of experiments. Not open to students with credit in MA2720.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA2150 or MA2160
MY2100
Intro Matls Science & Engg
Introduction to the structure, processing, properties and performance
of engineering materials, including metals, polymers, glasses, ceramics
and composites. Case studies
covering selection of materials, component design, and analysis of component
failures are presented.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: MA2150 or MA2160
PH1100
Introductory Physics Lab I
An introduction to physics concepts of mechanics, waves, and thermodynamics
through hands-on discovery based learning. Emphasis is placed on small
group collaboration, peer learning, observation, prediction, data acquisition,
and data analysis.
Credits: 1.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
PH1200
Introductory Physics Lab II
An introduction to physics concepts of electricity, magnetism, optics,
and light through hands-on discovery based learning. Emphasis is placed
on small group collaboration, peer learning, observation, prediction,
data acquisition, and data analysis.
Credits: 1.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: PH1100
PH2100
Univ Physics I-Mechanics
A calculus-based introduction to classical mechanics. Topics include kinematics,
Newton's laws, work and energy, the universal law of gravitation, systems
of particles, rotational motion, oscillations, and transverse waves.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: (PH1100 or PH1100H) and (MA1150 or MA1160) and (MA2150(C)
or MA2160(C))
PH2200
Univ Physics II-Elec & Magnet
A calculus-based introduction to electromagnetism. Topics include Coulomb's
Law, electric fields, Gauss' Law, electric potential, capacitance, circuits,
magnetic forces and fields, Ampere's Law, induction, Maxwell's equations,
electromagnetic waves and geometrical optics.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisites: (PH1200 or PH1200H) and (PH2100 or PH2100H) and (MA2150
or MA2160)
UN1001
Prespectives on Inquiry
Engages students in college level inquiry through which they develop fundamental
intellectual habits, understand how to integrate perspectives on knowledge,
and begin to learn how to meet the changing needs of a global, technological,
diverse, and environmentally sensitive society.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring
UN1002
World Cultures
Course examines diversity and change around the globe from perspectives
of social sciences, humanities, and arts: explores human experience from
prehistory to present. Classroom lectures accompanied by films, live performances,
and guest speakers. One complete year of a single foreign language plus
World Cultures (UN1003, 1-credit-activities) substitutes for World Cultures.
Credits: 4.0
Semesters Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: HU101, HU101H, HU101T, HU101I, HU105, UN1001
UN2001
Revisions
The course provides direct instruction in communication and strategies
for revision. Writing portfolios provide a starting point for the
course. Instruction in the composing process is often accompanied by work
in small groups and conferences with the instructor.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring
Prerequisites: HU101, HU101H, HU101T, HU101I, HU105, UN1001
UN2002
Instiutions
From families to governments, to markets, to our interactions with the
natural environment, institutions organize collective human action. This
course introduces students to the nature and role of institutions in shaping
today's world. Specific topics will var by section, but all sections address
a set of core questions and concepts.
Credits: 3.0
Semesters Offered: Fall Spring
Co-Curricular Activites (currently Physical Education)
Three units (or six half units) are required for graduation as part of
the general education requirement. These hours will be included as "earned
hours," but will not be included in the "GPA hours." For
a list of physical education courses, see page 177 of the Undergraduate
Catalog at www.mtu.edu/current.
Free Electives
Any MTU course(s) or approved transfer course(s) that are 1000-level or
above, and are not duplicated or equivalent courses.
General Education
Approved list of distribution
courses (Opens a PDF file) and requirements is available from the
ME-EM Advising Center or at MTU Office of Student Records and Registration.
Tech Electives
At least nine (9) credits of Technical Electives are required. Additional
approved Technical Electives are available through the MEEM Advising Center