Chairperson: Thom Sabol
Dept. Assistant: Sandra Cortes
Phone: 732-906-2586
Fax: 732-603-7824
Email: scortes@middlesexcc.edu
Location: Billy Johnson Hall: BH202
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Civil Engineering Technology A.A.S. Degree
Civil Engineering Technology graduates find employment opportunities in the design, construction and inspection of airports, bridges, water treatment systems, dams, railroads and highway planning and maintenance. Specific job responsibilities include computer-aided design/drafting, material testing, site surveying and cost estimating. Students have several choices with this major. Students can earn the A.A.S. Degree in Civil Engineering Technology. The emphasis in this program is on practical applications that provide students with skills that can be used on the job as civil engineering technicians.
Semester I
Short Title : Introduction to Technology
Course Code : MCT-101
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to engineering fundamentals and design through lecture, classroom activities, design and laboratory projects in the areas of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical technology. Students will learn how to formulate and solve engineering problems, both working individually and as part of a team.
Prerequisites :
MAT-013 or passing score on the College placement test
Co requisites :
MAT 014
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Precalculus
Course Code : MAT-129
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.
Co requisites :
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Construction Estimating
Course Code : CIT-125
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to drawing and quantity takeoff with related material and labor costs used in the construction industry. Students will examine and interpret construction drawings to determine quantities and related costs of materials and labor. Topics will include: area and volume calculations, use of engineering scales, material costs, labor costs, overhead and profit. Laboratory projects reinforce the lecture material and emphasize proper estimating procedures and format. The students will be exposed to Microsoft Excel in preparation of the material and cost summaries. Students will prepare a quantity estimate for a small construction project. Basic discussions will be presented for cost estimating of residential and commercial construction projects. Unit cost estimating will be incorporated in the proposed estimate. Specifications and specification standards will be reviewed as set forth by the CSI.
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Technical Graphics/CAD I
Course Code : MEC-123
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : A study of the graphic language of engineering and technology to include linework, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional and auxiliary views and dimensioning techniques. Laboratory time is divided between technical sketching and drawings produced using AutoCad software.
- Credit : 3
- Lab Hours : 6
Semester 2
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
Course Code : MAT-131
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
Precalculus, MAT-129, or Precalculus for Busines and Economics MAT-139 or the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Statics for Technicians
Course Code : CIT-105
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical study of statics for the engineering technology student. Topics include: force system resultants, force system equilibrium, load analysis of structural trusses and frames, cross-sectional area properties, centroid, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and polar moment of inertia.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Advanced Civil Drawing/CAD-II
Course Code : CIT-126
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
This course is a study and execution of drawings encountered in civil and construction engineering. Topics include: Structural steel shapes and assemblies, reinforced concrete structures, piping details, site maps, alignments, AutoCAD functions used in civil projects, and, Civil 3D. Drawings will be generated from a combination of existing drawings as well as written requests. A comprehensive final project will combine skills from the various lessons and have students draft out major components of a simple structure.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying I
Course Code : CIT-104
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Introduction to surveying, measurement theory, field and office procedures and error analysis. Lectures emphasize the concepts, computations, analysis and adjustments of leveling, angle observation, distance measure and control traverses. Field exercises stress the techniques of distance measure from rough pacing to use of the Electronic Distance Measure instrument, as well as the correct procedures for horizontal and vertical angle observations. Students prepare drawings and maps from their field notes.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129 or MAT-129A
- Credit : 3
Semester III
Short Title : General Physics I - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-123
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, waves, temperature and heat and thermodynamics. The first semester of a two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129 or MAT-129A/MAT-129B
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics I - Lab
Course Code : PHY-125
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics I and is the first semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
PHY-123 may be taken as a pre-requisite or co-requisite
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Strength of Materials
Course Code : CIT-203
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
The study of strength of materials with emphasis on practical applications. Topics include: axial stress and strain, material properties, torsion stress and strain, shear and moment diagrams, bending shear stresses, beam design, theoretical and specification column analysis and design, connection analysis and combined stresses using Mohr's Circle. Weekly laboratory experiments and formal written reports are used to reinforce lecture material.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 with a grade of "C" or higher
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying II
Course Code : CIT-205
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A continuation of Construction Surveying I with emphasis on the methods of layout construction projects. Topics include: traverse computations and adjustment; control surveys for topography, N.J. State Plane Coordinates: horizontal and vertical curve calculations and stakeout methods, radial stakeouts; pipeline and utility stakeouts, road and street stakeouts; building stakeouts, earthwork calculations and Right of Way acquisition computations. Laboratory exercises demonstrate and reinforce these topics. Computer software is available to aid in the computations.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Soil Mechanics
Course Code : CIT-216
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Basic study of soils as a material in building construction and environmental projects. Topics include: index properties, soil classification, soil moisture, shear strength, stress analysis, lateral earth pressure, compaction and stabilization and settlement and consolidation. The laboratory will provide sieve analysis, shear strength of soils, relative density, proctor compaction and consolidation and complete testing of concrete cylinders.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
OR
Short Title : GE Social Science Elective
Course Code : GE SS
Department Description : GE Social Science Elective
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Semester IV
Short Title : General Physics II - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-124
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus-based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills and for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include electro-statics, direct current circuits, electromagnetism, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, quantum theory, atomic physics and nuclear physics. The second semester of two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics II - Lab
Course Code : PHY-126
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics II and is the second semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
PHY-124 may be taken as a pre-requisite or co-requisite
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Water Resources Technology
Course Code : CIT-212
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
In this course students will study hydrology and hydraulics as they pertain to storm water management and systems. Topics include: hydrostatics, open channel flow, hydraulic devices, runoff calculations, and design of simple storm water structures. Laboratory experiments include: viscosity and unit weight of fluids, flow through orifices, study of hydraulic devices, and ground water recharge.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 or PHY-123 and MAT-129
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Steel Design
Course Code : CIT-218
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of steel design using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) procedure as governed by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Topics include principles of structural design and analysis using steel as the primary building material. Analysis and design of steel members, such as beams, girders, columns and connections is studied using the principles of statics. A study of framing and load analysis will be done for various loading conditions.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Reinforced Concrete Design
Course Code : CIT-219
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of concrete design using the strength design procedure as governed by the American Concrete Institute. Topics include: principles of structural design using reinforced concrete as the material and concrete framing systems using beams, frames, girders and footings as the primary structural elements.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Civil/Construction Design Project
Course Code : CIT-260
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Students working in teams integrate their knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical applications of estimating, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics and structural design to complete a comprehensive design project. Oral presentation and a technical report are required.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
CIT-212, CIT-218, CIT-219
- Credit : 2
Semester I
Short Title : Introduction to Technology
Course Code : MCT-101
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to engineering fundamentals and design through lecture, classroom activities, design and laboratory projects in the areas of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical technology. Students will learn how to formulate and solve engineering problems, both working individually and as part of a team.
Prerequisites :
MAT-013 or passing score on the College placement test
Co requisites :
MAT 014
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Precalculus
Course Code : MAT-129
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.
Co requisites :
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Construction Estimating
Course Code : CIT-125
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to drawing and quantity takeoff with related material and labor costs used in the construction industry. Students will examine and interpret construction drawings to determine quantities and related costs of materials and labor. Topics will include: area and volume calculations, use of engineering scales, material costs, labor costs, overhead and profit. Laboratory projects reinforce the lecture material and emphasize proper estimating procedures and format. The students will be exposed to Microsoft Excel in preparation of the material and cost summaries. Students will prepare a quantity estimate for a small construction project. Basic discussions will be presented for cost estimating of residential and commercial construction projects. Unit cost estimating will be incorporated in the proposed estimate. Specifications and specification standards will be reviewed as set forth by the CSI.
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Technical Graphics/CAD I
Course Code : MEC-123
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : A study of the graphic language of engineering and technology to include linework, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional and auxiliary views and dimensioning techniques. Laboratory time is divided between technical sketching and drawings produced using AutoCad software.
- Credit : 3
- Lab Hours : 6
Semester 2
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
Course Code : MAT-131
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
Precalculus, MAT-129, or Precalculus for Busines and Economics MAT-139 or the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Statics for Technicians
Course Code : CIT-105
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical study of statics for the engineering technology student. Topics include: force system resultants, force system equilibrium, load analysis of structural trusses and frames, cross-sectional area properties, centroid, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and polar moment of inertia.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Advanced Civil Drawing/CAD-II
Course Code : CIT-126
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
This course is a study and execution of drawings encountered in civil and construction engineering. Topics include: Structural steel shapes and assemblies, reinforced concrete structures, piping details, site maps, alignments, AutoCAD functions used in civil projects, and, Civil 3D. Drawings will be generated from a combination of existing drawings as well as written requests. A comprehensive final project will combine skills from the various lessons and have students draft out major components of a simple structure.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying I
Course Code : CIT-104
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Introduction to surveying, measurement theory, field and office procedures and error analysis. Lectures emphasize the concepts, computations, analysis and adjustments of leveling, angle observation, distance measure and control traverses. Field exercises stress the techniques of distance measure from rough pacing to use of the Electronic Distance Measure instrument, as well as the correct procedures for horizontal and vertical angle observations. Students prepare drawings and maps from their field notes.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129 or MAT-129A
- Credit : 3
Semester III
Short Title : General Physics I - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-123
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, waves, temperature and heat and thermodynamics. The first semester of a two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics I - Lab
Course Code : PHY-125
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics I and is the first semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
PHY-123 may be taken as a pre-requisite or co-requisite
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Strength of Materials
Course Code : CIT-203
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
The study of strength of materials with emphasis on practical applications. Topics include: axial stress and strain, material properties, torsion stress and strain, shear and moment diagrams, bending shear stresses, beam design, theoretical and specification column analysis and design, connection analysis and combined stresses using Mohr's Circle. Weekly laboratory experiments and formal written reports are used to reinforce lecture material.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 with a grade of "C" or higher
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying II
Course Code : CIT-205
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A continuation of Construction Surveying I with emphasis on the methods of layout construction projects. Topics include: traverse computations and adjustment; control surveys for topography, N.J. State Plane Coordinates: horizontal and vertical curve calculations and stakeout methods, radial stakeouts; pipeline and utility stakeouts, road and street stakeouts; building stakeouts, earthwork calculations and Right of Way acquisition computations. Laboratory exercises demonstrate and reinforce these topics. Computer software is available to aid in the computations.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Soil Mechanics
Course Code : CIT-216
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Basic study of soils as a material in building construction and environmental projects. Topics include: index properties, soil classification, soil moisture, shear strength, stress analysis, lateral earth pressure, compaction and stabilization and settlement and consolidation. The laboratory will provide sieve analysis, shear strength of soils, relative density, proctor compaction and consolidation and complete testing of concrete cylinders.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
OR
Short Title : GE Social Science Elective
Course Code : GE SS
Department Description : GE Social Science Elective
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Semester IV
Short Title : General Physics II - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-124
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus-based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills and for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include electro-statics, direct current circuits, electromagnetism, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, quantum theory, atomic physics and nuclear physics. The second semester of two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics II - Lab
Course Code : PHY-126
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics II and is the second semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
PHY-124 may be taken as a pre-requisite or co-requisite
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Water Resources Technology
Course Code : CIT-212
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
In this course students will study hydrology and hydraulics as they pertain to storm water management and systems. Topics include: hydrostatics, open channel flow, hydraulic devices, runoff calculations, and design of simple storm water structures. Laboratory experiments include: viscosity and unit weight of fluids, flow through orifices, study of hydraulic devices, and ground water recharge.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 or PHY-123 and MAT-129
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Steel Design
Course Code : CIT-218
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of steel design using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) procedure as governed by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Topics include principles of structural design and analysis using steel as the primary building material. Analysis and design of steel members, such as beams, girders, columns and connections is studied using the principles of statics. A study of framing and load analysis will be done for various loading conditions.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Reinforced Concrete Design
Course Code : CIT-219
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of concrete design using the strength design procedure as governed by the American Concrete Institute. Topics include: principles of structural design using reinforced concrete as the material and concrete framing systems using beams, frames, girders and footings as the primary structural elements.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Civil/Construction Design Project
Course Code : CIT-260
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Students working in teams integrate their knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical applications of estimating, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics and structural design to complete a comprehensive design project. Oral presentation and a technical report are required.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
CIT-212, CIT-218, CIT-219
- Credit : 2
Semester I
Short Title : Introduction to Technology
Course Code : MCT-101
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to engineering fundamentals and design through lecture, classroom activities, design and laboratory projects in the areas of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical technology. Students will learn how to formulate and solve engineering problems, both working individually and as part of a team.
Prerequisites :
MAT-013 or passing score on the College placement test
Co requisites :
MAT 014
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Precalculus
Course Code : MAT-129
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.
Co requisites :
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Construction Estimating
Course Code : CIT-125
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to drawing and quantity takeoff with related material and labor costs used in the construction industry. Students will examine and interpret construction drawings to determine quantities and related costs of materials and labor. Topics will include: area and volume calculations, use of engineering scales, material costs, labor costs, overhead and profit. Laboratory projects reinforce the lecture material and emphasize proper estimating procedures and format. The students will be exposed to Microsoft Excel in preparation of the material and cost summaries. Students will prepare a quantity estimate for a small construction project. Basic discussions will be presented for cost estimating of residential and commercial construction projects. Unit cost estimating will be incorporated in the proposed estimate. Specifications and specification standards will be reviewed as set forth by the CSI.
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Technical Graphics/CAD I
Course Code : MEC-123
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : A study of the graphic language of engineering and technology to include linework, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional and auxiliary views and dimensioning techniques. Laboratory time is divided between technical sketching and drawings produced using AutoCad software.
- Credit : 3
- Lab Hours : 6
Semester 2
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
Course Code : MAT-131
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Statics for Technicians
Course Code : CIT-105
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical study of statics for the engineering technology student. Topics include: force system resultants, force system equilibrium, load analysis of structural trusses and frames, cross-sectional area properties, centroid, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and polar moment of inertia.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Advanced Civil Drawing/CAD-II
Course Code : CIT-126
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
This course is a study and execution of drawings encountered in civil and construction engineering. Topics include: Structural steel shapes and assemblies, reinforced concrete structures, piping details, site maps, alignments, AutoCAD functions used in civil projects, and, Civil 3D. Drawings will be generated from a combination of existing drawings as well as written requests. A comprehensive final project will combine skills from the various lessons and have students draft out major components of a simple structure.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying I
Course Code : CIT-104
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Introduction to surveying, measurement theory, field and office procedures and error analysis. Lectures emphasize the concepts, computations, analysis and adjustments of leveling, angle observation, distance measure and control traverses. Field exercises stress the techniques of distance measure from rough pacing to use of the Electronic Distance Measure instrument, as well as the correct procedures for horizontal and vertical angle observations. Students prepare drawings and maps from their field notes.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Semester III
Short Title : General Physics I - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-123
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, waves, temperature and heat and thermodynamics. The first semester of a two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics I - Lab
Course Code : PHY-125
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics I and is the first semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
- Credit : 1
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Strength of Materials
Course Code : CIT-203
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
The study of strength of materials with emphasis on practical applications. Topics include: axial stress and strain, material properties, torsion stress and strain, shear and moment diagrams, bending shear stresses, beam design, theoretical and specification column analysis and design, connection analysis and combined stresses using Mohr's Circle. Weekly laboratory experiments and formal written reports are used to reinforce lecture material.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 with a grade of "C" or higher
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying II
Course Code : CIT-205
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A continuation of Construction Surveying I with emphasis on the methods of layout construction projects. Topics include: traverse computations and adjustment; control surveys for topography, N.J. State Plane Coordinates: horizontal and vertical curve calculations and stakeout methods, radial stakeouts; pipeline and utility stakeouts, road and street stakeouts; building stakeouts, earthwork calculations and Right of Way acquisition computations. Laboratory exercises demonstrate and reinforce these topics. Computer software is available to aid in the computations.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Soil Mechanics
Course Code : CIT-216
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Basic study of soils as a material in building construction and environmental projects. Topics include: index properties, soil classification, soil moisture, shear strength, stress analysis, lateral earth pressure, compaction and stabilization and settlement and consolidation. The laboratory will provide sieve analysis, shear strength of soils, relative density, proctor compaction and consolidation and complete testing of concrete cylinders.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
OR
Short Title : GE Social Science Elective
Course Code : GE SS
Department Description : GE Social Science Elective
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Semester IV
Short Title : General Physics II - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-124
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus-based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills and for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include electro-statics, direct current circuits, electromagnetism, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, quantum theory, atomic physics and nuclear physics. The second semester of two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics II - Lab
Course Code : PHY-126
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics II and is the second semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
- Credit : 1
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Water Resources Technology
Course Code : CIT-212
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
In this course students will study hydrology and hydraulics as they pertain to storm water management and systems. Topics include: hydrostatics, open channel flow, hydraulic devices, runoff calculations, and design of simple storm water structures. Laboratory experiments include: viscosity and unit weight of fluids, flow through orifices, study of hydraulic devices, and ground water recharge.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 or PHY-123 and MAT-129
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Steel Design
Course Code : CIT-218
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of steel design using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) procedure as governed by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Topics include principles of structural design and analysis using steel as the primary building material. Analysis and design of steel members, such as beams, girders, columns and connections is studied using the principles of statics. A study of framing and load analysis will be done for various loading conditions.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Reinforced Concrete Design
Course Code : CIT-219
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of concrete design using the strength design procedure as governed by the American Concrete Institute. Topics include: principles of structural design using reinforced concrete as the material and concrete framing systems using beams, frames, girders and footings as the primary structural elements.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Civil/Construction Design Project
Course Code : CIT-260
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Students working in teams integrate their knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical applications of estimating, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics and structural design to complete a comprehensive design project. Oral presentation and a technical report are required.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
CIT-212, CIT-218, CIT-219
- Credit : 2
Semester I
Short Title : Introduction to Technology
Course Code : MCT-101
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to engineering fundamentals and design through lecture, classroom activities, design and laboratory projects in the areas of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical technology. Students will learn how to formulate and solve engineering problems, both working individually and as part of a team.
Prerequisites :
MAT-013 or passing score on the College placement test
Co requisites :
MAT 014
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Precalculus
Course Code : MAT-129
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.
Co requisites :
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Estimating
Course Code : CIT-125
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to drawing and quantity takeoff with related material and labor costs used in the construction industry. Students will examine and interpret construction drawings to determine quantities and related costs of materials and labor. Topics will include: area and volume calculations, use of engineering scales, material costs, labor costs, overhead and profit. Laboratory projects reinforce the lecture material and emphasize proper estimating procedures and format. The students will be exposed to Microsoft Excel in preparation of the material and cost summaries. Students will prepare a quantity estimate for a small construction project. Basic discussions will be presented for cost estimating of residential and commercial construction projects. Unit cost estimating will be incorporated in the proposed estimate. Specifications and specification standards will be reviewed as set forth by the CSI.
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Technical Graphics/CAD I
Course Code : MEC-123
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : A study of the graphic language of engineering and technology to include linework, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional and auxiliary views and dimensioning techniques. Laboratory time is divided between technical sketching and drawings produced using AutoCad software.
- Credit : 3
- Lab Hours : 6
Semester 2
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
Course Code : MAT-131
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Statics for Technicians
Course Code : CIT-105
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical study of statics for the engineering technology student. Topics include: force system resultants, force system equilibrium, load analysis of structural trusses and frames, cross-sectional area properties, centroid, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and polar moment of inertia.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Advanced Civil Drawing/CAD-II
Course Code : CIT-126
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
This course is a study and execution of drawings encountered in civil and construction engineering. Topics include: Structural steel shapes and assemblies, reinforced concrete structures, piping details, site maps, alignments, AutoCAD functions used in civil projects, and, Civil 3D. Drawings will be generated from a combination of existing drawings as well as written requests. A comprehensive final project will combine skills from the various lessons and have students draft out major components of a simple structure.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying I
Course Code : CIT-104
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Introduction to surveying, measurement theory, field and office procedures and error analysis. Lectures emphasize the concepts, computations, analysis and adjustments of leveling, angle observation, distance measure and control traverses. Field exercises stress the techniques of distance measure from rough pacing to use of the Electronic Distance Measure instrument, as well as the correct procedures for horizontal and vertical angle observations. Students prepare drawings and maps from their field notes.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Semester III
Short Title : General Physics I - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-123
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, waves, temperature and heat and thermodynamics. The first semester of a two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics I - Lab
Course Code : PHY-125
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics I and is the first semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Strength of Materials
Course Code : CIT-203
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
The study of strength of materials with emphasis on practical applications. Topics include: axial stress and strain, material properties, torsion stress and strain, shear and moment diagrams, bending shear stresses, beam design, theoretical and specification column analysis and design, connection analysis and combined stresses using Mohr's Circle. Weekly laboratory experiments and formal written reports are used to reinforce lecture material.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 with a grade of "C" or higher
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying II
Course Code : CIT-205
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A continuation of Construction Surveying I with emphasis on the methods of layout construction projects. Topics include: traverse computations and adjustment; control surveys for topography, N.J. State Plane Coordinates: horizontal and vertical curve calculations and stakeout methods, radial stakeouts; pipeline and utility stakeouts, road and street stakeouts; building stakeouts, earthwork calculations and Right of Way acquisition computations. Laboratory exercises demonstrate and reinforce these topics. Computer software is available to aid in the computations.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Soil Mechanics
Course Code : CIT-216
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Basic study of soils as a material in building construction and environmental projects. Topics include: index properties, soil classification, soil moisture, shear strength, stress analysis, lateral earth pressure, compaction and stabilization and settlement and consolidation. The laboratory will provide sieve analysis, shear strength of soils, relative density, proctor compaction and consolidation and complete testing of concrete cylinders.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
OR
Short Title : GE Social Science Elective
Course Code : GE SS
Department Description : GE Social Science Elective
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Semester IV
Short Title : General Physics II - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-124
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus-based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills and for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include electro-statics, direct current circuits, electromagnetism, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, quantum theory, atomic physics and nuclear physics. The second semester of two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics II - Lab
Course Code : PHY-126
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics II and is the second semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Water Resources Technology
Course Code : CIT-212
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
In this course students will study hydrology and hydraulics as they pertain to storm water management and systems. Topics include: hydrostatics, open channel flow, hydraulic devices, runoff calculations, and design of simple storm water structures. Laboratory experiments include: viscosity and unit weight of fluids, flow through orifices, study of hydraulic devices, and ground water recharge.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 or PHY-123 and MAT-129
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Steel Design
Course Code : CIT-218
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of steel design using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) procedure as governed by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Topics include principles of structural design and analysis using steel as the primary building material. Analysis and design of steel members, such as beams, girders, columns and connections is studied using the principles of statics. A study of framing and load analysis will be done for various loading conditions.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Reinforced Concrete Design
Course Code : CIT-219
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of concrete design using the strength design procedure as governed by the American Concrete Institute. Topics include: principles of structural design using reinforced concrete as the material and concrete framing systems using beams, frames, girders and footings as the primary structural elements.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Civil/Construction Design Project
Course Code : CIT-260
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Students working in teams integrate their knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical applications of estimating, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics and structural design to complete a comprehensive design project. Oral presentation and a technical report are required.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
CIT-212, CIT-218, CIT-219
- Credit : 2
Semester I
Short Title : Introduction to Technology
Course Code : MCT-101
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : An introduction to engineering fundamentals and design through lecture, classroom activities, design and laboratory projects in the areas of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical technology. Students will learn how to formulate and solve engineering problems, both working individually and as part of a team.
Prerequisites :
MAT-013 or passing score on the College placement test
Co requisites :
MAT 014
- Credit : 2
- Lecture Hours : 1
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Precalculus
Course Code : MAT-129
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.
Co requisites :
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Construction Estimating
Course Code : CIT-125
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to drawing and quantity takeoff with related material and labor costs used in the construction industry. Students will examine and interpret construction drawings to determine quantities and related costs of materials and labor. Topics will include: area and volume calculations, use of engineering scales, material costs, labor costs, overhead and profit. Laboratory projects reinforce the lecture material and emphasize proper estimating procedures and format. The students will be exposed to Microsoft Excel in preparation of the material and cost summaries. Students will prepare a quantity estimate for a small construction project. Basic discussions will be presented for cost estimating of residential and commercial construction projects. Unit cost estimating will be incorporated in the proposed estimate. Specifications and specification standards will be reviewed as set forth by the CSI.
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Technical Graphics/CAD I
Course Code : MEC-123
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : A study of the graphic language of engineering and technology to include linework, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional and auxiliary views and dimensioning techniques. Laboratory time is divided between technical sketching and drawings produced using AutoCad software.
- Credit : 3
- Lab Hours : 6
Semester 2
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
Course Code : MAT-131
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Statics for Technicians
Course Code : CIT-105
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical study of statics for the engineering technology student. Topics include: force system resultants, force system equilibrium, load analysis of structural trusses and frames, cross-sectional area properties, centroid, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and polar moment of inertia.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Advanced Civil Drawing/CAD-II
Course Code : CIT-126
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
This course is a study and execution of drawings encountered in civil and construction engineering. Topics include: Structural steel shapes and assemblies, reinforced concrete structures, piping details, site maps, alignments, AutoCAD functions used in civil projects, and, Civil 3D. Drawings will be generated from a combination of existing drawings as well as written requests. A comprehensive final project will combine skills from the various lessons and have students draft out major components of a simple structure.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying I
Course Code : CIT-104
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Introduction to surveying, measurement theory, field and office procedures and error analysis. Lectures emphasize the concepts, computations, analysis and adjustments of leveling, angle observation, distance measure and control traverses. Field exercises stress the techniques of distance measure from rough pacing to use of the Electronic Distance Measure instrument, as well as the correct procedures for horizontal and vertical angle observations. Students prepare drawings and maps from their field notes.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Semester III
Short Title : General Physics I - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-123
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, waves, temperature and heat and thermodynamics. The first semester of a two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics I - Lab
Course Code : PHY-125
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics I and is the first semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Strength of Materials
Course Code : CIT-203
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
The study of strength of materials with emphasis on practical applications. Topics include: axial stress and strain, material properties, torsion stress and strain, shear and moment diagrams, bending shear stresses, beam design, theoretical and specification column analysis and design, connection analysis and combined stresses using Mohr's Circle. Weekly laboratory experiments and formal written reports are used to reinforce lecture material.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 with a grade of "C" or higher
- Credit : 4
Short Title : Construction Surveying II
Course Code : CIT-205
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A continuation of Construction Surveying I with emphasis on the methods of layout construction projects. Topics include: traverse computations and adjustment; control surveys for topography, N.J. State Plane Coordinates: horizontal and vertical curve calculations and stakeout methods, radial stakeouts; pipeline and utility stakeouts, road and street stakeouts; building stakeouts, earthwork calculations and Right of Way acquisition computations. Laboratory exercises demonstrate and reinforce these topics. Computer software is available to aid in the computations.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Soil Mechanics
Course Code : CIT-216
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Basic study of soils as a material in building construction and environmental projects. Topics include: index properties, soil classification, soil moisture, shear strength, stress analysis, lateral earth pressure, compaction and stabilization and settlement and consolidation. The laboratory will provide sieve analysis, shear strength of soils, relative density, proctor compaction and consolidation and complete testing of concrete cylinders.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
OR
Short Title : GE Social Science Elective
Course Code : GE SS
Department Description : GE Social Science Elective
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Semester IV
Short Title : General Physics II - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-124
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus-based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills and for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include electro-statics, direct current circuits, electromagnetism, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, quantum theory, atomic physics and nuclear physics. The second semester of two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics II - Lab
Course Code : PHY-126
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics II and is the second semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Water Resources Technology
Course Code : CIT-212
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
In this course students will study hydrology and hydraulics as they pertain to storm water management and systems. Topics include: hydrostatics, open channel flow, hydraulic devices, runoff calculations, and design of simple storm water structures. Laboratory experiments include: viscosity and unit weight of fluids, flow through orifices, study of hydraulic devices, and ground water recharge.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 or PHY-123 and MAT-129
- Credit : 4
Short Title : Steel Design
Course Code : CIT-218
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of steel design using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) procedure as governed by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Topics include principles of structural design and analysis using steel as the primary building material. Analysis and design of steel members, such as beams, girders, columns and connections is studied using the principles of statics. A study of framing and load analysis will be done for various loading conditions.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Reinforced Concrete Design
Course Code : CIT-219
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of concrete design using the strength design procedure as governed by the American Concrete Institute. Topics include: principles of structural design using reinforced concrete as the material and concrete framing systems using beams, frames, girders and footings as the primary structural elements.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Civil/Construction Design Project
Course Code : CIT-260
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Students working in teams integrate their knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical applications of estimating, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics and structural design to complete a comprehensive design project. Oral presentation and a technical report are required.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
CIT-212, CIT-218, CIT-219
- Credit : 2
Semester I
Short Title : Introduction to Technology
Course Code : MCT-101
Course Description :
An introduction to engineering fundamentals and design through lecture, classroom activities, design and laboratory projects in the areas of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical technology. Students will learn how to formulate and solve engineering problems, both working individually and as part of a team.
Prerequisites :
MAT-013 or passing score on the College placement test
Co requisites :
MAT 014
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Precalculus
Course Code : MAT-129
Course Description :
Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.
Co requisites :
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Estimating
Course Code : CIT-125
Course Description :
An introduction to drawing and quantity takeoff with related material and labor costs used in the construction industry. Students will examine and interpret construction drawings to determine quantities and related costs of materials and labor. Topics will include: area and volume calculations, use of engineering scales, material costs, labor costs, overhead and profit. Laboratory projects reinforce the lecture material and emphasize proper estimating procedures and format. The students will be exposed to Microsoft Excel in preparation of the material and cost summaries. Students will prepare a quantity estimate for a small construction project. Basic discussions will be presented for cost estimating of residential and commercial construction projects. Unit cost estimating will be incorporated in the proposed estimate. Specifications and specification standards will be reviewed as set forth by the CSI.
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Technical Graphics/CAD I
Course Code : MEC-123
Course Description :
A study of the graphic language of engineering and technology to include linework, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional and auxiliary views and dimensioning techniques. Laboratory time is divided between technical sketching and drawings produced using AutoCad software.
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective
Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective
Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
Course Description :
Physical/Health Education Elective
- Credit : 1
Semester II
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Statics for Technicians
Course Code : CIT-105
Course Description :
Practical study of statics for the engineering technology student. Topics include: force system resultants, force system equilibrium, load analysis of structural trusses and frames, cross-sectional area properties, centroid, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and polar moment of inertia.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Advanced Civil Drawing/CAD-II
Course Code : CIT-126
Course Description :
This course is a study and execution of drawings encountered in civil and construction engineering. Topics include: Structural steel shapes and assemblies, reinforced concrete structures, piping details, site maps, alignments, AutoCAD functions used in civil projects, and, Civil 3D. Drawings will be generated from a combination of existing drawings as well as written requests. A comprehensive final project will combine skills from the various lessons and have students draft out major components of a simple structure.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying I
Course Code : CIT-104
Course Description :
Introduction to surveying, measurement theory, field and office procedures and error analysis. Lectures emphasize the concepts, computations, analysis and adjustments of leveling, angle observation, distance measure and control traverses. Field exercises stress the techniques of distance measure from rough pacing to use of the Electronic Distance Measure instrument, as well as the correct procedures for horizontal and vertical angle observations. Students prepare drawings and maps from their field notes.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
Course Code : MAT-131
Course Description :
Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval
- Credit : 4
Semester III
Short Title : General Physics I - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-123
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, waves, temperature and heat and thermodynamics. The first semester of a two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics I - Lab
Course Code : PHY-125
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics I and is the first semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Strength of Materials
Course Code : CIT-203
Course Description :
The study of strength of materials with emphasis on practical applications. Topics include: axial stress and strain, material properties, torsion stress and strain, shear and moment diagrams, bending shear stresses, beam design, theoretical and specification column analysis and design, connection analysis and combined stresses using Mohr's Circle. Weekly laboratory experiments and formal written reports are used to reinforce lecture material.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Short Title : Construction Surveying II
Course Code : CIT-205
Course Description :
A continuation of Construction Surveying I with emphasis on the methods of layout construction projects. Topics include: traverse computations and adjustment; control surveys for topography, N.J. State Plane Coordinates: horizontal and vertical curve calculations and stakeout methods, radial stakeouts; pipeline and utility stakeouts, road and street stakeouts; building stakeouts, earthwork calculations and Right of Way acquisition computations. Laboratory exercises demonstrate and reinforce these topics. Computer software is available to aid in the computations.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Soil Mechanics
Course Code : CIT-216
Course Description :
Basic study of soils as a material in building construction and environmental projects. Topics include: index properties, soil classification, soil moisture, shear strength, stress analysis, lateral earth pressure, compaction and stabilization and settlement and consolidation. The laboratory will provide sieve analysis, shear strength of soils, relative density, proctor compaction and consolidation and complete testing of concrete cylinders.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
OR
Short Title : GE Social Science Elective
Course Code : GE SS
Department Description : GE Social Science Elective
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Semester IV
Short Title : General Physics II - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-124
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus-based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills and for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include electro-statics, direct current circuits, electromagnetism, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, quantum theory, atomic physics and nuclear physics. The second semester of two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics II - Lab
Course Code : PHY-126
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics II and is the second semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Water Resources Technology
Course Code : CIT-212
Course Description :
In this course students will study hydrology and hydraulics as they pertain to storm water management and systems. Topics include: hydrostatics, open channel flow, hydraulic devices, runoff calculations, and design of simple storm water structures. Laboratory experiments include: viscosity and unit weight of fluids, flow through orifices, study of hydraulic devices, and ground water recharge.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 and MAT-129B or MAT-129
- Credit : 4
Short Title : Steel Design
Course Code : CIT-218
Course Description :
Practical application of steel design using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) procedure as governed by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Topics include principles of structural design and analysis using steel as the primary building material. Analysis and design of steel members, such as beams, girders, columns and connections is studied using the principles of statics. A study of framing and load analysis will be done for various loading conditions.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Reinforced Concrete Design
Course Code : CIT-219
Course Description :
Practical application of concrete design using the strength design procedure as governed by the American Concrete Institute. Topics include: principles of structural design using reinforced concrete as the material and concrete framing systems using beams, frames, girders and footings as the primary structural elements.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Civil/Construction Design Project
Course Code : CIT-260
Course Description :
Students working in teams integrate their knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical applications of estimating, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics and structural design to complete a comprehensive design project. Oral presentation and a technical report are required.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
CIT-212, CIT-218, CIT-219
- Credit : 2
Semester I
Short Title : Introduction to Technology
Course Code : MCT-101
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to engineering fundamentals and design through lecture, classroom activities, design and laboratory projects in the areas of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical technology. Students will learn how to formulate and solve engineering problems, both working individually and as part of a team.
Prerequisites :
MAT-013 or passing score on the College placement test
Co requisites :
MAT 014
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Precalculus I (Part A)
Course Code : MAT-129A
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
This first half of a two-semester Precalculus course designed to give students extended enrichment to prepare for a first course in calculus. Emphasis is on algebra topics to develop skills properly and a thorough understanding of the concepts needed to proceed to Calculus. Topics include the study of algebraic functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials and rational functions. TI83/84 graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisites :
Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval
- Credit : 2
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.
Co requisites :
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Estimating
Course Code : CIT-125
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to drawing and quantity takeoff with related material and labor costs used in the construction industry. Students will examine and interpret construction drawings to determine quantities and related costs of materials and labor. Topics will include: area and volume calculations, use of engineering scales, material costs, labor costs, overhead and profit. Laboratory projects reinforce the lecture material and emphasize proper estimating procedures and format. The students will be exposed to Microsoft Excel in preparation of the material and cost summaries. Students will prepare a quantity estimate for a small construction project. Basic discussions will be presented for cost estimating of residential and commercial construction projects. Unit cost estimating will be incorporated in the proposed estimate. Specifications and specification standards will be reviewed as set forth by the CSI.
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Technical Graphics/CAD I
Course Code : MEC-123
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A study of the graphic language of engineering and technology to include linework, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional and auxiliary views and dimensioning techniques. Laboratory time is divided between technical sketching and drawings produced using AutoCad software.
- Credit : 3
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
OR
Short Title : GE Social Science Elective
Course Code : GE SS
Department Description : GE Social Science Elective
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Semester II
Short Title : Precalculus I (Part B)
Course Code : MAT-129B
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
The second half of a two-semester Precalculus course designed to give students extended enrichment to prepare for a first course in calculus. Emphasis is on exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their properties to develop skills properly for a thorough standing of the concepts needed to go on to calculus. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129A or equivalent
- Credit : 2
Semester II
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students will engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Semester II
Short Title : Statics for Technicians
Course Code : CIT-105
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical study of statics for the engineering technology student. Topics include: force system resultants, force system equilibrium, load analysis of structural trusses and frames, cross-sectional area properties, centroid, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and polar moment of inertia. Use of the TI-86 calculator or approved equivalent is required for the solution of several types of problems.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Semester II
Short Title : Advanced Civil Drawing/CAD-II
Course Code : CIT-126
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A study and execution of drawings encountered in civil and construction engineering. Topics include: structural steel fabrication, reinforced concrete drawings, plot plans and customization of the AutoCAD menu system. Drawings will be generated using surveyor's notes and calculations associated with horizontal and vertical control survey plans, deed plans and topographical plans. All drawings are developed using AutoCAD software. Students will use Land Development CAD and the Architectural Desktop to facilitate creating these drawings. The completion of a comprehensive final project is required.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Semester II
Short Title : Construction Surveying I
Course Code : CIT-104
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Introduction to surveying, measurement theory, field and office procedures and error analysis. Lectures emphasize the concepts, computations, analysis and adjustments of leveling, angle observation, distance measure and control traverses. Field exercises stress the techniques of distance measure from rough pacing to use of the Electronic Distance Measure instrument, as well as the correct procedures for horizontal and vertical angle observations. Students prepare drawings and maps from their field notes.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective
Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective
Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
Course Description :
Physical/Health Education Elective
- Credit : 1
Semester III
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (Part A)
Course Code : MAT-131A
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
The first half of a two-semester sequence of Analytic Geometry and Calculus I. Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as limits, derivatives, and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry and transcendental functions. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering, and the natural, physical, and social sciences. TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B, or appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval
- Credit : 2
Short Title : General Physics I - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-123
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, waves, temperature and heat and thermodynamics. The first semester of a two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics I - Lab
Course Code : PHY-125
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics I and is the first semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Strength of Materials
Course Code : CIT-203
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
The study of strength of materials with emphasis on practical applications. Topics include: axial stress and strain, material properties, torsion stress and strain, shear and moment diagrams, bending shear stresses, beam design, theoretical and specification column analysis and design, connection analysis and combined stresses using Mohr's Circle. Weekly laboratory experiments and formal written reports are used to reinforce lecture material. Students are required to present one oral presentation during the semester. Graphical calculator required.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Short Title : Construction Surveying II
Course Code : CIT-205
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A continuation of Construction Surveying I with emphasis on the methods of layout construction projects. Topics include: traverse computations and adjustment; control surveys for topography, N.J. State Plane Coordinates: horizontal and vertical curve calculations and stakeout methods, radial stakeouts; pipeline and utility stakeouts, road and street stakeouts; building stakeouts, earthwork calculations and Right of Way acquisition computations. Laboratory exercises demonstrate and reinforce these topics. Computer software is available to aid in the computations.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Soil Mechanics
Course Code : CIT-216
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Basic study of soils as a material in building construction and environmental projects. Topics include: index properties, soil classification, soil moisture, shear strength, stress analysis, lateral earth pressure, compaction and stabilization and settlement and consolidation. The laboratory will provide sieve analysis, shear strength of soils, relative density, proctor compaction and consolidation and complete testing of concrete cylinders.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Semester IV
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (Part B)
Course Code : MAT-131B
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
The second half a two-semester sequence of analytic geometry and Calculus I. Presents fundamental ideas of calculus, such as derivative and integral and their applications. Topics include fundamental of analytic geometry and transcendental functions. This is the first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-131A or equivalent
- Credit : 2
Short Title : General Physics II - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-124
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus-based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills and for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include electro-statics, direct current circuits, electromagnetism, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, quantum theory, atomic physics and nuclear physics. The second semester of two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics II - Lab
Course Code : PHY-126
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics II and is the second semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Water Resources Technology
Course Code : CIT-212
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Study of hydrology and hydraulics as they relate to storm water generation and collection; wastewater collection and treatment and water treatment and distribution systems. Lectures include: hydrology and runoff; groundwater; pipeline hydraulics; open channel hydraulics; wastewater treatment; pump selection; reservoir and detention design; drainage structures; water pollution and flood control. Laboratory exercises consist of design projects such as storm water collection system, sanitary sewer list station, culvert, drainage channel, detention pond, backwater curves and water distribution system. Computer software is available to aid in the design calculations.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 and MAT-129B or MAT-129
- Credit : 4
Short Title : Steel Design
Course Code : CIT-218
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of steel design using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) procedure as governed by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Topics include principles of structural design and analysis using steel as the primary building material. Analysis and design of steel members, such as beams, girders, columns and connections is studied using the principles of statics. A study of framing and load analysis will be done for various loading conditions.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Reinforced Concrete Design
Course Code : CIT-219
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of concrete design using the strength design procedure as governed by the American Concrete Institute. Topics include: principles of structural design using reinforced concrete as the material and concrete framing systems using beams, frames, girders and footings as the primary structural elements.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Civil/Construction Design Project
Course Code : CIT-260
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Students working in teams integrate their knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical applications of estimating, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics and structural design to complete a comprehensive design project. Oral presentation and a technical report are required.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
CIT-212, CIT-218, CIT-219
- Credit : 2
Semester I
Short Title : Introduction to Technology
Course Code : MCT-101
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to engineering fundamentals and design through lecture, classroom activities, design and laboratory projects in the areas of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical technology. Students will learn how to formulate and solve engineering problems, both working individually and as part of a team.
Prerequisites :
MAT-013 or passing score on the College placement test
Co requisites :
MAT 014
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Precalculus I (Part A)
Course Code : MAT-129A
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
This first half of a two-semester Precalculus course designed to give students extended enrichment to prepare for a first course in calculus. Emphasis is on algebra topics to develop skills properly and a thorough understanding of the concepts needed to proceed to Calculus. Topics include the study of algebraic functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials and rational functions. TI83/84 graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisites :
Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval
- Credit : 2
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.
Co requisites :
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Estimating
Course Code : CIT-125
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to drawing and quantity takeoff with related material and labor costs used in the construction industry. Students will examine and interpret construction drawings to determine quantities and related costs of materials and labor. Topics will include: area and volume calculations, use of engineering scales, material costs, labor costs, overhead and profit. Laboratory projects reinforce the lecture material and emphasize proper estimating procedures and format. The students will be exposed to Microsoft Excel in preparation of the material and cost summaries. Students will prepare a quantity estimate for a small construction project. Basic discussions will be presented for cost estimating of residential and commercial construction projects. Unit cost estimating will be incorporated in the proposed estimate. Specifications and specification standards will be reviewed as set forth by the CSI.
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Technical Graphics/CAD I
Course Code : MEC-123
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A study of the graphic language of engineering and technology to include linework, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional and auxiliary views and dimensioning techniques. Laboratory time is divided between technical sketching and drawings produced using AutoCad software.
- Credit : 3
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
OR
Short Title : GE Social Science Elective
Course Code : GE SS
Department Description : GE Social Science Elective
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Semester II
Short Title : Precalculus I (Part B)
Course Code : MAT-129B
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
The second half of a two-semester Precalculus course designed to give students extended enrichment to prepare for a first course in calculus. Emphasis is on exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their properties to develop skills properly for a thorough standing of the concepts needed to go on to calculus. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129A or equivalent
- Credit : 2
Semester II
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students will engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Semester II
Short Title : Statics for Technicians
Course Code : CIT-105
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical study of statics for the engineering technology student. Topics include: force system resultants, force system equilibrium, load analysis of structural trusses and frames, cross-sectional area properties, centroid, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and polar moment of inertia. Use of the TI-86 calculator or approved equivalent is required for the solution of several types of problems.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Semester II
Short Title : Advanced Civil Drawing/CAD-II
Course Code : CIT-126
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A study and execution of drawings encountered in civil and construction engineering. Topics include: structural steel fabrication, reinforced concrete drawings, plot plans and customization of the AutoCAD menu system. Drawings will be generated using surveyor's notes and calculations associated with horizontal and vertical control survey plans, deed plans and topographical plans. All drawings are developed using AutoCAD software. Students will use Land Development CAD and the Architectural Desktop to facilitate creating these drawings. The completion of a comprehensive final project is required.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Semester II
Short Title : Construction Surveying I
Course Code : CIT-104
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Introduction to surveying, measurement theory, field and office procedures and error analysis. Lectures emphasize the concepts, computations, analysis and adjustments of leveling, angle observation, distance measure and control traverses. Field exercises stress the techniques of distance measure from rough pacing to use of the Electronic Distance Measure instrument, as well as the correct procedures for horizontal and vertical angle observations. Students prepare drawings and maps from their field notes.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective
Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective
Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
Course Description :
Physical/Health Education Elective
- Credit : 1
Semester III
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (Part A)
Course Code : MAT-131A
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
The first half of a two-semester sequence of Analytic Geometry and Calculus I. Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as limits, derivatives, and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry and transcendental functions. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering, and the natural, physical, and social sciences. TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B, or appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval
- Credit : 2
Short Title : General Physics I - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-123
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, waves, temperature and heat and thermodynamics. The first semester of a two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics I - Lab
Course Code : PHY-125
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics I and is the first semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Strength of Materials
Course Code : CIT-203
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
The study of strength of materials with emphasis on practical applications. Topics include: axial stress and strain, material properties, torsion stress and strain, shear and moment diagrams, bending shear stresses, beam design, theoretical and specification column analysis and design, connection analysis and combined stresses using Mohr's Circle. Weekly laboratory experiments and formal written reports are used to reinforce lecture material. Students are required to present one oral presentation during the semester. Graphical calculator required.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Short Title : Construction Surveying II
Course Code : CIT-205
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A continuation of Construction Surveying I with emphasis on the methods of layout construction projects. Topics include: traverse computations and adjustment; control surveys for topography, N.J. State Plane Coordinates: horizontal and vertical curve calculations and stakeout methods, radial stakeouts; pipeline and utility stakeouts, road and street stakeouts; building stakeouts, earthwork calculations and Right of Way acquisition computations. Laboratory exercises demonstrate and reinforce these topics. Computer software is available to aid in the computations.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Soil Mechanics
Course Code : CIT-216
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Basic study of soils as a material in building construction and environmental projects. Topics include: index properties, soil classification, soil moisture, shear strength, stress analysis, lateral earth pressure, compaction and stabilization and settlement and consolidation. The laboratory will provide sieve analysis, shear strength of soils, relative density, proctor compaction and consolidation and complete testing of concrete cylinders.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
Semester IV
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (Part B)
Course Code : MAT-131B
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
The second half a two-semester sequence of analytic geometry and Calculus I. Presents fundamental ideas of calculus, such as derivative and integral and their applications. Topics include fundamental of analytic geometry and transcendental functions. This is the first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-131A or equivalent
- Credit : 2
Short Title : General Physics II - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-124
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus-based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills and for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include electro-statics, direct current circuits, electromagnetism, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, quantum theory, atomic physics and nuclear physics. The second semester of two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics II - Lab
Course Code : PHY-126
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics II and is the second semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Water Resources Technology
Course Code : CIT-212
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Study of hydrology and hydraulics as they relate to storm water generation and collection; wastewater collection and treatment and water treatment and distribution systems. Lectures include: hydrology and runoff; groundwater; pipeline hydraulics; open channel hydraulics; wastewater treatment; pump selection; reservoir and detention design; drainage structures; water pollution and flood control. Laboratory exercises consist of design projects such as storm water collection system, sanitary sewer list station, culvert, drainage channel, detention pond, backwater curves and water distribution system. Computer software is available to aid in the design calculations.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 and MAT-129B or MAT-129
- Credit : 4
Short Title : Steel Design
Course Code : CIT-218
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of steel design using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) procedure as governed by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Topics include principles of structural design and analysis using steel as the primary building material. Analysis and design of steel members, such as beams, girders, columns and connections is studied using the principles of statics. A study of framing and load analysis will be done for various loading conditions.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Reinforced Concrete Design
Course Code : CIT-219
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Practical application of concrete design using the strength design procedure as governed by the American Concrete Institute. Topics include: principles of structural design using reinforced concrete as the material and concrete framing systems using beams, frames, girders and footings as the primary structural elements.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Civil/Construction Design Project
Course Code : CIT-260
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
Students working in teams integrate their knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical applications of estimating, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics and structural design to complete a comprehensive design project. Oral presentation and a technical report are required.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
CIT 212, CIT 217
- Credit : 2
Semester I
Short Title : Introduction to Technology
Course Code : MCT-101
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
An introduction to engineering fundamentals and design through lecture, classroom activities, design and laboratory projects in the areas of Civil, Electrical and Mechanical technology. Students will learn how to formulate and solve engineering problems, both working individually and as part of a team.
Prerequisites :
MAT-013 or passing score on the College placement test
Co requisites :
MAT 014
- Credit : 2
Short Title : Precalculus I (Part A)
Course Code : MAT-129A
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
This first half of a two-semester Precalculus course designed to give students extended enrichment to prepare for a first course in calculus. Emphasis is on algebra topics to develop skills properly and a thorough understanding of the concepts needed to proceed to Calculus. Topics include the study of algebraic functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials and rational functions. TI83/84 graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisites :
Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or MAT-014A/MAT-014B, or departmental approval
- Credit : 2
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College placement test or a grade of “C” or better in ENG-010
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Construction Estimating
Course Code : CIT-125
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : An introduction to drawing and quantity takeoff with related material and labor costs used in the construction industry. Students will examine and interpret construction drawings to determine quantities and related costs of materials and labor. Topics will include: area and volume calculations, use of engineering scales, material costs, labor costs, overhead and profit. Laboratory projects reinforce the lecture material and emphasize proper estimating procedures and format. The students will be exposed to Microsoft Excel in preparation of the material and cost summaries. Students will prepare a quantity estimate for a small construction project. Basic discussions will be presented for cost estimating of residential and commercial construction projects. Unit cost estimating will be incorporated in the proposed estimate. Specifications and specification standards will be reviewed as set forth by the CSI.
- Credit : 2
- Lab Hours : 4
Short Title : Technical Graphics/CAD I
Course Code : MEC-123
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description :
A study of the graphic language of engineering and technology to include linework, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional and auxiliary views and dimensioning techniques. Laboratory time is divided between technical sketching and drawings produced using AutoCad software.
- Credit : 3
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
OR
Short Title : GE Social Science Elective
Course Code : GE SS
Department Description : GE Social Science Elective
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
Semester II
Short Title : Precalculus I (Part B)
Course Code : MAT-129B
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
The second half of a two-semester Precalculus course designed to give students extended enrichment to prepare for a first course in calculus. Emphasis is on exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their properties to develop skills properly for a thorough standing of the concepts needed to go on to calculus. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129A or equivalent
- Credit : 2
Semester II
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students will engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
Semester II
Short Title : Statics for Technicians
Course Code : CIT-105
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : Practical study of statics for the engineering technology student. Topics include: force system resultants, force system equilibrium, load analysis of structural trusses and frames, cross-sectional area properties, centroid, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and polar moment of inertia. Use of the TI-86 calculator or approved equivalent is required for the solution of several types of problems.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Semester II
Short Title : Advanced Civil Drawing/CAD-II
Course Code : CIT-126
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : A study and execution of drawings encountered in civil and construction engineering. Topics include: structural steel fabrication, reinforced concrete drawings, plot plans and customization of the AutoCAD menu system. Drawings will be generated using surveyor's notes and calculations associated with horizontal and vertical control survey plans, deed plans and topographical plans. All drawings are developed using AutoCAD software. Students will use Land Development CAD and the Architectural Desktop to facilitate creating these drawings. The completion of a comprehensive final project is required.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 1
- Lab Hours : 4
Semester II
Short Title : Construction Surveying I
Course Code : CIT-104
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : Introduction to surveying, measurement theory, field and office procedures and error analysis. Lectures emphasize the concepts, computations, analysis and adjustments of leveling, angle observation, distance measure and control traverses. Field exercises stress the techniques of distance measure from rough pacing to use of the Electronic Distance Measure instrument, as well as the correct procedures for horizontal and vertical angle observations. Students prepare drawings and maps from their field notes.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 2
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective
Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective
Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
Course Description :
Physical/Health Education Elective
- Credit : 1
Semester III
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (Part A)
Course Code : MAT-131A
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
The first half of a two-semester sequence of Analytic Geometry and Calculus I. Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as limits, derivatives, and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry and transcendental functions. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering, and the natural, physical, and social sciences. TI 83 or TI 84 calculator required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B, or appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval
- Credit : 2
Short Title : General Physics I - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-123
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, waves, temperature and heat and thermodynamics. The first semester of a two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics I - Lab
Course Code : PHY-125
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics I and is the first semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Strength of Materials
Course Code : CIT-203
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : The study of strength of materials with emphasis on practical applications. Topics include: axial stress and strain, material properties, torsion stress and strain, shear and moment diagrams, bending shear stresses, beam design, theoretical and specification column analysis and design, connection analysis and combined stresses using Mohr's Circle. Weekly laboratory experiments and formal written reports are used to reinforce lecture material. Students are required to present one oral presentation during the semester. Graphical calculator required.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 3
Short Title : Construction Surveying II
Course Code : CIT-205
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : A continuation of Construction Surveying I with emphasis on the methods of layout construction projects. Topics include: traverse computations and adjustment; control surveys for topography, N.J. State Plane Coordinates: horizontal and vertical curve calculations and stakeout methods, radial stakeouts; pipeline and utility stakeouts, road and street stakeouts; building stakeouts, earthwork calculations and Right of Way acquisition computations. Laboratory exercises demonstrate and reinforce these topics. Computer software is available to aid in the computations.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 2
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Soil Mechanics
Course Code : CIT-216
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : Basic study of soils as a material in building construction and environmental projects. Topics include: index properties, soil classification, soil moisture, shear strength, stress analysis, lateral earth pressure, compaction and stabilization and settlement and consolidation. The laboratory will provide sieve analysis, shear strength of soils, relative density, proctor compaction and consolidation and complete testing of concrete cylinders.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 2
Semester IV
Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (Part B)
Course Code : MAT-131B
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
The second half a two-semester sequence of analytic geometry and Calculus I. Presents fundamental ideas of calculus, such as derivative and integral and their applications. Topics include fundamental of analytic geometry and transcendental functions. This is the first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisites :
MAT-131A or equivalent
- Credit : 2
Short Title : General Physics II - Lecture
Course Code : PHY-124
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
Emphasizes theoretical models and basic physical principles. The course is precalculus-based and uses some basic calculus in the development and applications of physical principles in a scientific environment. Students will use computers in the laboratory for developing programming skills and for the analysis of experimental data. Topics include electro-statics, direct current circuits, electromagnetism, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, quantum theory, atomic physics and nuclear physics. The second semester of two-semester college-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
Short Title : General Physics II - Lab
Course Code : PHY-126
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description :
This course is to be taken in conjunction with General Physics II and is the second semester of a two semester laboratory university-parallel sequence for liberal arts science and pre-professional students. Students will make measurements and develop an understanding of the errors in those measurements and the final result. The importance of maintaining a laboratory notebook is emphasized as well as accurate and concise reporting of the data and results; data interpretation is also emphasized. The computer is used of data acquisition and analysis. Laboratory safety is also discussed.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 1
Short Title : Water Resources Technology
Course Code : CIT-212
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : Study of hydrology and hydraulics as they relate to storm water generation and collection; wastewater collection and treatment and water treatment and distribution systems. Lectures include: hydrology and runoff; groundwater; pipeline hydraulics; open channel hydraulics; wastewater treatment; pump selection; reservoir and detention design; drainage structures; water pollution and flood control. Laboratory exercises consist of design projects such as storm water collection system, sanitary sewer list station, culvert, drainage channel, detention pond, backwater curves and water distribution system. Computer software is available to aid in the design calculations.
Prerequisites :
CIT-105 and MAT-129B or MAT-129
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : Steel Design
Course Code : CIT-218
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : Practical application of steel design using the LRFD (Load and Resistance Factor Design) procedure as governed by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Topics include principles of structural design and analysis using steel as the primary building material. Analysis and design of steel members, such as beams, girders, columns and connections is studied using the principles of statics. A study of framing and load analysis will be done for various loading conditions.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Reinforced Concrete Design
Course Code : CIT-219
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : Practical application of concrete design using the strength design procedure as governed by the American Concrete Institute. Topics include: principles of structural design using reinforced concrete as the material and concrete framing systems using beams, frames, girders and footings as the primary structural elements.
Prerequisites :
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Civil/Construction Design Project
Course Code : CIT-260
Department Description : Engineering Technologies
Course Description : Students working in teams integrate their knowledge of theoretical concepts and practical applications of estimating, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics and structural design to complete a comprehensive design project. Oral presentation and a technical report are required.
Prerequisites :
Co requisites :
CIT 212, CIT 217
- Credit : 2
- Lecture Hours : 1
- Lab Hours : 2
Program Outcomes
STUDENT OUTCOMES
Graduates of the Program will be able to meet the following:
- ability to apply the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of the discipline to narrowly defined engineering technology activities;
- ability to apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge;
- ability to conduct standard tests and measurements, and to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments;
- ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team;
- ability to analyze, solve and design solutions for well-defined problems;
- ability to apply written, oral and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
- understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development;
- understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity;
- a commitment to quality, timelines and continuous improvement;
- utilize principles, hardware and software that are appropriate to produce drawings, reports, quantity estimates and other documents related to civil engineering;
- conduct standardized field and laboratory tests related to civil engineering;
- utilize surveying methods for land measurement and/or construction layout; and
- apply fundamental computational methods and elementary analytical techniques in sub-disciplines related to civil engineering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can students transfer to a four-year college or university?
Students may choose to participate in the Joint Admissions Program with the New Jersey Institute of Technology. Many other four-year colleges and universities will apply some or all of the courses taken toward a bachelor’s degree.
What will students learn if they study Civil Engineering Technology?
Students acquire a foundation in communications, calculations, and engineering principles along with the specifics of civil engineering. All technical courses provide a balance between theory and practice.
Are there any requirements students must satisfy before taking courses in the major?
Algebra I is a prerequisite for all majors. Algebra I competency may be verified with a passing score on the College’s placement test or completion of the appropriate. Students must also have a grade of “C” or better in high school algebra II and geometry.
How long will it take to complete this degree?
Once students complete developmental coursework (if needed), the degree can be completed in two years of full-time study. They can shorten the amount of time by taking courses in the summer and winter sessions. They can complete the Certificate in three semesters.
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Transfer Information
Our students transfer to 4-year colleges and universities around the globe. We’ve had students transfer to every state, including Alaska and Hawaii.
The Statewide Transfer Agreement for New Jersey ensures that students who earn an A.A. or A.S. degree at a community college will have those credits fully transferable to a New Jersey public four-year institution, will have completed half of the credits required for a basic four-year degree and will have completed all lower division general education requirements. In addition, articulation agreements are being worked out with institutions granting baccalaureate degrees to facilitate the transfer process. Students should discuss the transfer process with an advisor.
Are you interested in transferring to a school in New Jersey? You can use the tools at NJTransfer.org to see which of your MCC courses will transfer to a specific college.