These courses should be taken as early in a student's curriculum as possible, as they are prerequisites for all other Engineering Design courses. Taught by members of the Department of Engineering.
EN 1 - Introduction to Computers in Engineering:
An introduction to the use of computers in modern engineering. Data representation, hardware, software, Tufts-specific systems, basic utilization of personal computer and mainframe operating systems, file editing, manipulation, and transfer, structured Basic programming, are all taught. No prerequisites.
EN 2 - Engineering Communication:
An introduction to the key elements of engineering communication. Emphasis is given to graphical concepts and tools that aid engineers to visualize, communicate, and document engineering products and constructed systems. Topics include sketching for engineers using different graphical representations, descriptive geometry, formal engineering drawing, and 2D and 3D AutoCAD representations. No prerequisites.
1 Engineering Technology (ENT) course and 1Engineering Design (END) course:
The courses offered to fill these requirements change significantly every semester. The main purpose of these courses is to offer engineering students who have not chosen a specific field to enter a chance to sample different types of engineering work. No prerequisites.
MTH 11 and MTH 12 - Calculus I and II:
Mathematics 11 and 12 are two sequential courses in Calculus. Math 11 includes limits, continuity , and techniques of differentiation. Math 12 introduces integration techniques and vectors in two or more dimensions. Both of these are problem-solving courses with daily homework assignments. Theory is presented, but the emphasis is placed on problem-solving on the exams. There are three one-hour exams, and a final exam that counts as two one-hour exams. The lowest of these five grades is dropped and the average of the four remaining scores is the student's course grade. Both Math 11 and Math 12 are generally offered every semester; however, enrollment is highest for Math 11 in the fall and Math 12 in the Spring. Taught by members of the Math Department.