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XE485 ENGINEERING CAPSTONE DESIGN I

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering · 2 versions

Offerings are listed from 2027-1 Fall through 2031-1 Fall.

XE485 ENGINEERING CAPSTONE DESIGN I

  • 3.5 credit hours
  • (BS=0.0, ET=3.5, MA=0.0)
  • Version 2026-1
  • In effect
Scope
This course challenges students to solve a complex engineering problem in teams. The design problems will be open-ended in nature and involve the application of math, science, and engineering principles acquired in previous coursework. The students will be assigned to a team and project, and use an iterative design process to define the problem, analyze alternatives, and select the best alternative to solve the problem. Teams will communicate their recommendation for a design solution and determine the applicable standards associated with their problem. Work on this problem will continue in the next course: XE495.
Lessons
10 @ 150 min (2.000 Att/wk)
Labs
20 @ 150 min
Special requirements
Enrollment in XE485 is subject to Course Director approval.
XE485 version 2026-1 offerings
Term Sections Section size Capacity Enrolled Wait list Seats Closed Details
2027-1 Fall 24 8 192 91 0 101 No Hours for 2027-1 Fall
2028-1 Fall 11 18 198 57 0 141 Yes Hours for 2028-1 Fall
2029-1 Fall 30 18 540 58 0 482 Yes Hours for 2029-1 Fall
2030-1 Fall 16 18 288 0 0 288 Yes Hours for 2030-1 Fall