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Civil Engineering Design II

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(4.48)

A study of the engineering design process from conceptual to the final design. There are team projects which include written and oral presentations. A common project is defined for the class, however each group is allowed freedom to develop their designs independently, which typically demonstrates the great range of design solutions to a given problem. Work during the semester takes on a design studio approach, with team engineering and regular reviews and input from the instructor. In addition to engineering calculations, students produce a 3D digital model, engineering drawings, and presentation posters with written summary. The culmination of the semester is the final presentation of their design projects in an open forum of peers, professors, and representatives from the profession.

Spring 2013

(4.25)

Spring 2015

(4.71)

Spring 2013

Professor: John Matteo

(4.25)

The best aspects of the course included the final project, the laid back and approachable professor, and the guest lecturers. The worst aspects of the course included the lack of organization and the lengthy class meeting time. There was also no structure or deadlines for the assignments. The course would improve if the course expectations and deadlines were clearer. Prospective students should expect to do

Spring 2015

Professor: John Matteo

(4.71)

The best aspects of the course included the professor’s guidance throughout the project and the opportunity to bring together and apply engineering knowledge to a real-world scenario. A few students felt the course was poorly structured and that the lack of established deadlines throughout the project made it easy to fal behind. As a result, students suggested that the professor work with teams to establish benchmark deadlines throughout the term, and that he require students to begin the architectural design earlier in the fall term. Prospective students should be prepared for a heavy yet rewarding workload that will bring together skills acquired throughout their Hopkins careers.