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Introduction to Engineering Design

Course Description

In Introduction to Engineering Design (IED), you will explore engineering tools and apply the engineering design process to solve a variety of problems. You will progress from completing structured activities to solving open-ended projects and problems that require you to plan, document, communicate, and develop other professional skills.

Through both individual and collaborative team activities, projects, and problems, you will apply systems thinking and consider various aspects of engineering design including material selection, human-centered design, manufacturing, assemblage, and sustainability. You will develop skills in technical representation and documentation, especially through 3D computer modeling using a Computer Aided Design (CAD) application.

As part of the design process, you will produce precise 3D-printed engineering prototypes using an additive manufacturing process. Student-developed testing protocols drive decision-making and iterative design improvements.

To inform design and problem solutions addressed in IED, you will apply computational methods to inform design by developing algorithms, performing statistical analyses, and developing mathematical models. Students build competency in professional engineering practices including project management, peer review, and environmental impact analysis as part of a collaborative design team.

Students may receive credit for ENGN 130 Introduction to Engineering Design from San Diego Community Colleges.
  • Register for Mesa College
  • Have a C or better for both semesters
  • Pass a final exam with B or better
The final exam grade will be their grade for their ENGN 130 on both college transcript and high school transcript.  Students may have different grades for IED and ENGN 130. Students must be registered with the San Diego Community Colleges to receive the college credit.