Marine Engineering Technology Courses

ALL COURSES ARE GRADED USING THE A–F SYSTEM UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.

► STCW Courses (Must receive a "C-" or better, or "CR")

Computers

COM 220. PROGRAMMING APPLICATIONS FOR ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY MAJORS
CLASS HOURS: 1, CREDIT: 1
Corequisite: COM 220L
This course is designed to instruct Engineering Technology students in the skills needed to utilize the basic operations of calculators and computers in a modern engineering environment. The scope of this course will range from simple calculations commonly found in engineering applications to the more complex operations necessary to evaluate physical phenomena in the real world. The reduction of physical data and basic functions to graphical representations will be explored in full using both calculators and computers.

COM 220L. PROGRAMMING APPLICATIONS FOR ET MAJORS LAB
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Corequisite: COM 220
Supports the instruction in COM 220 by providing actual experience in engineering problem solutions using computer applications. This lab uses various common computer applications, such as Microsoft Excel, to analyze engineering situations, perform data manipulation, solve problems, and analyze graphs. The programming environment of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) is used to write programs to perform engineering analysis.

COM 390. INDEPENDENT STUDY

COM 395. SPECIAL TOPICS

Cruise

CRU 150. SEA TRAINING I (ENGINE)►
CREDIT: 8
Prerequisites: DL 105, DL 105L, EPO 110, EPO 120, EPO 120L
First at-sea experience on the training ship. Introduction to the fundamentals of engineering systems operations and shipboard routine, including operation and monitoring techniques for diesel propulsion, electrical power generation, and evaporators and support equipment. Duties during emergency situations such as fire, abandon ship, and rescue are also learned. By the end of the cruise, the student will have demonstrated the required STCW competencies and understand basic power plant operation and maintenance.

CRU 250.  SEA TRAINING II (ENGINE)
CREDIT:  8
Prerequisites:   CRU 150, EPO 210 
This course is the second sea training experience aboard the Training Ship Golden Bear.  However, students who meet the academic and disciplinary standards set by the faculty (see Student Handbook) will have the option of making this cruise aboard a commercial or government vessel.  Students complete a comprehensive engineering report, which is the basis for the grading of this course.

CRU 275.  USCG SEA TRAINING II (ENGINE)
(COAST GUARD ONLY)
CREDIT:  8
Prerequisites:   CRU 150, EPO 210
Must be fully accepted as a candidate in the CMAPPP Program.
This course, the student’s second sea training experience, is mandatory for all fully accepted students in the California Maritime Academy Pre-Commissioning Pilot Program (CMAPPP).   Students are required to participate in a sea training program aboard a Coast Guard cutter.  The period of onboard training consists of 60 days for minimum Coast Guard requirements.  The objectives of the Cadet Training program are to expand the student’s knowledge of Coast Guard operations and missions from the perspective of a junior officer; reinforce academic-year programs and prior training with hands-on experience; develop in an engineering environment the specialized skills and knowledge necessary to become a successful career officer; reinforce in each student professional competence, dedication, commitment, and a sense of service history; provide students experience with the required interaction between chief petty officers and the ward room; and give each student a minimum of  60 days seagoing experience.  A comprehensive report is required upon completion of the cruise.

CRU 350.  SEA TRAINING III (ENGINE)►
CREDIT:  8
Prerequisites:   CRU 250 or CRU 255, EPO 310, FF 200   
During the cruise, the student functions as the supervisor and assumes responsibility for the proper performance of the first cruise students in engineering tasks.  Responsibility is in the following areas:  (1) as watch engineer, directly responsible to a licensed watch officer for the operation of all systems, ensuring that all data is properly taken and recorded and all duties properly performed; (2) as daywork assistant, maintaining and repairing equipment and systems under the supervision of an instructor; and (3) as engineering assistant, carrying out Third Assistant duties under the supervision of the Chief Engineer. By the end of cruise, the student will have demonstrated required STCW competencies and be ready to stand watch as a Third Assistant Engineer.

CRU 390. INDEPENDENT STUDY

CRU 395. SPECIAL TOPICS

Engineering

ENG 100. ENGINEERING GRAPHICS
CLASS HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 2
Prerequisite: None
Introduction to engineering graphics, the primary media for developing and communicating engineering system design information. Preparation of technical drawings using drafting instruments and computer-aided design (CAD) software is based on ANSI standards and includes orthographic projections, dimensioning, and tolerances.

ENG 430.  NAVAL ARCHITECTURE►
CLASS HOURS:  3, CREDIT:  3
Prerequisites for ET Students:    ET 332
Prerequisites for ME Students:   ME 332
Covers ship nomenclature, initial and damaged stability theory and calculations, hull structural design considerations, ship resistance and propulsion power prediction.

ENG 470. ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: Junior Class Standing
Begins with a brief introduction to the engineering profession and then focuses on total quality management, personnel management and communications, project management, and legal concerns. Topics such as professional liability and ethics will provide the student with a sense of his or her responsibility. In addition, numerous case studies enhance student understanding.

ENG 390. INDEPENDENT STUDY

ENG 395. SPECIAL TOPICS

Engineering Plant Operations

EPO 110. PLANT OPERATIONS I►
LAB HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisite: None
A laboratory class directly involved in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of marine machinery and systems aboard the training ship.  Emphasis is the safe and proper use of hand and power tools and the identification and repair of valves, pumps, fittings, piping, switches, controllers, and circuit breakers.  Lab reports will be completed on work performed.  Graded: Credit/No Credit

EPO 120. INTRODUCTION TO MARINE ENGINEERING SYSTEMS
(►MT/QMED's Only)
CLASS HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 2
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: EPO 120L
Analysis and understanding of shipboard diesel power plants, including the diesel cycle, engine components, and support systems, together with lubricating oil, fuel oil supply, and cooling water systems. Analysis and study of shipboard steam power plants including the Rankine cycle with superheat and Rankine cycle components, including turbine, boilers, condensers, and pumps.

EPO 120L. INTRODUCTION TO MARINE ENGINEERING SYSTEMS LAB
►MT/QMED's Only)
LAB HOURS:  2, CREDIT:  1
Corequisite:  EPO 120
This lab studies primary engineering systems aboard the Training Ship Golden Bear. Topics of study include shipboard familiarization; measurement methods; main engine jacket water system; fuel oil storage, transfer and supply; fuel oil injection systems; lube oil system; gear train and clutch; cooling water systems; environmental protection systems; starting air system; distillation plant; and basic shipboard firefighting and safety.  Students are given engineering system tracing assignments including main engine jacket water system, main engine fuel supply system, main engine lubricating oil system, central fresh water cooling system, and main engine starting air system.

EPO 130 AUXILIARY MACHINERY►
CLASS HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 2
Prerequisites: EPO 120, EPO 120L
Theory, operation, and maintenance of power plant auxiliary equipment. Topics include piping systems, manual and automatic control valves, centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, packing and mechanical seals.

EPO 210. PLANT OPERATIONS II►
LAB HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisite: EPO 110
Continuation of the practical work performed on the training ship or in facilities maintenance lab.  Equipment maintenance is emphasized with work on diesel engines, air compressors, generators, electrical equipment and pumps.  Lab reports will be completed on work performed.  Graded: Credit/No Credit

EPO 213. WELDING LAB►
LAB HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisite: None
A laboratory course that provides the experience in welding, brazing, cutting, and burning techniques sufficient to effect emergency repairs and routine maintenance of engineering structures and systems.

EPO 214. BOILERS►
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: EPO 120, EPO 120L
Corequisite: EPO 230
Comprehensive study of fossil fuel steam generators, with emphasis on marine propulsion plants. Studies include the principles of boiler design and construction, boiler auxiliaries, principles of combustion, heat recovery equipment, automated boiler controls, and boiler water treatment. American Bureau of Shipping, U.S. Coast Guard, and ASTM/ASME standards are referenced throughout. In addition, the course prepares students for the steam plant section of the U.S. Coast Guard Third Assistant Engineer’s Exam.

EPO 215. MANUFACTURING PROCESSES I►
LAB HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisite: None
An introduction to machine shop practices utilizing engine lathes and milling machines, precision measuring instruments and hand tools. Assigned projects include execution of designs developed by students in prior graphics design courses.

EPO 220. DIESEL ENGINEERING I►
CLASS HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 2
Prerequisite: None
Introduction to the internal combustion engine utilized by industry and merchant vessels. Covered topics include basic theory, history of the diesel engine, gas exchange process, engine types, engine construction, engine parts, fuel injection, and merchant vessel propulsion. All diesel engine types are covered but emphasis is given to the crosshead type slow-speed diesel engine which is the dominant form of main propulsion for the world’s merchant fleet. The course prepares students for the motor section of the USCG Third Assistant Engineer’s examination.

EPO 230. STEAM PLANT SYSTEM OPERATIONS►
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisites: EPO 120, EPO 120L
Corequisite: EPO 214
A hands-on learning experience in the Steam Plant Simulator. An introduction to the engineering systems, operating and casualty procedures, and watch requirements of a steam propulsion plant.

EPO 235. STEAM PLANT WATCH TEAM MANAGEMENT►
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisites: EPO 214, EPO 230
Corequisite: EPO 312
A hands-on learning experience in the Steam Plant Simulator. Develops fault analysis techniques for steam propulsion plants, communication skills in a work environment, and management abilities.

EPO 310. PLANT OPERATIONS III
LAB HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisite: EPO 210
A continuation of the practical work performed on the training ship or in facilities maintenance lab.  Supervision of equipment maintenance is emphasized.  The students rotate in working on main propulsion, electrical and auxiliary equipment.  Lab reports will be completed on work performed.

EPO 312. TURBINES►
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: EPO 214, EPO 230
Corequisite: EPO 235
Comprehensive study of steam turbines, condensers, reduction gears, propulsion shafting, and gas turbines, with emphasis on marine propulsion plants. Steam and gas turbine controls and the thermodynamic principles of efficient steam plant operation are also included. Through the course, students will gain the knowledge to operate and maintain turbines and their auxiliary systems. In addition, the course prepares students for the steam plant section of the U.S. Coast Guard Third Assistant Engineer’s Exam.

EPO 315. MANUFACTURING PROCESSES II►
LAB HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisite: EPO 215
A continuation of EPO 215 Manufacturing Processes I, emphasizing work on metal lathes and vertical milling machines.

EPO 317.  DIAGNOSTICS LAB
LAB HOURS:  2, CREDIT:  1
Prerequisite:   None
Examines the theory and application to machinery maintenance of vibration analysis, oil analysis, machinery alignment, heat balance, and Diesel engine performance analysis.  Students participate in the Training Ship machinery maintenance program, including machinery history, trend analysis, and predictive maintenance.

EPO 320.  DIESEL ENGINEERING II►
CLASS HOURS:  2, CREDIT:  2
Prerequisite:   EPO 220
Explores the systems that support the operation of an internal combustion engine.  Included are starting systems, governors, speed controls, hydraulic systems, and fuel and oil purification systems.  Regulations, local, national and international, as they apply to internal combustion engines are examined.

EPO 321.  DIESEL PLANT SIMULATOR►
LAB HOURS:  2, CREDIT:  1
Prerequisite:   EPO 220
This course provides an introduction to the operation of slow-speed diesel propulsion systems. The course consists of lecture and practical training in engineering systems and proper operating procedures. The student will learn to operate a heavy-fuel diesel-propulsion plant under normal operating conditions.  Students will learn to work effectively as a team to diagnose combustion and machinery faults under emergency conditions representative of those encountered on an operating vessel. This course will emphasize Engine Team Management techniques utilizing the simulator as an instructional tool to train the students in good communications and problem solving even during stressful conditions.

EPO 390. INDEPENDENT STUDY

EPO 395. SPECIAL TOPICS

EPO 413. ADVANCED WELDING AND FABRICATION
LAB HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisites: EPO 213, EPO 215
A practical experience in taking a fabrication project through each step to completion. Scheduling, drawings, materials lists, various fabricating techniques, and teamwork are all part of the assigned project.

Engineering Technology

ET 110. INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
CLASS HOURS: 1, CREDIT: 1
A survey course introducing the engineering technology profession and curriculum. Topics in engineering education, academic success strategies, and career opportunities are covered. Also, the basic concepts of engineering analysis are introduced through the use of engineering units and significant features in calculations. Field trips are utilized to give the students exposure to their chosen profession.

ET 230. PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS►
CLASS HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisite: ET 230L
Examination of the properties of materials from the atomic to the molecular levels, looking at crystal structures and the application of materials to engineering systems. Emphasis is on metals, but nonmetals are discussed. Mechanical properties, creep, fatigue, corrosion and failure characteristics are covered. Current usage of advanced materials is also discussed.

ET 230L. PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS LAB►
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisite: ET 230
Investigates the physical characteristics of materials through testing, data acquisition, and calculations. Tests conducted include tensile, fatigue, creep, impact energy, and hardenability. Students learn how the properties described in ET 230 are derived.

ET 232. STATICS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: MTH 200, PHY 100, PHY 100L
Force systems and the conditions of equilibrium for particles and rigid-bodies are studied in two and three dimensions. The principles of equilibrium, moments, and dry friction are applied to engineering system components and structures.

ET 250. ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS►
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: MTH 201, PHY 105
Corequisite: ET 250L
Principles and applications of DC and AC circuit analysis, node and mesh equations, Thevenin equivalent circuits, maximum power transfer, first order transients, simple filters, phasors, power, power factor, and relative power in single-phase systems.

ET 250L. ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS LAB►
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Corequisite: ET 250
Application of circuit elements and principles from ET 250 in laboratory measurements and analysis.

ET 330. DYNAMICS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: ET 232
Motion and force analyses for particles and rigid-bodies are studied in two and three dimensions. The principles of dependent and relative motion, work and energy, conservation of energy, and impulse and momentum are applied to engineering systems components.

ET 332. STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: ET 230, ET 232, MTH 201
Study of basic concepts in strength of materials: normal, shear, bending, and bearing stress; stress-strain relation; and design properties of materials. Practical application of structure calculations for sizing bolts, rivets, shafts, beams, columns, and pressure vessels.

ET 340. FLUID MECHANICS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: MTH 200, PHY 100, PHY 100L
Corequisite: ET 340L
The application of principles of incompressible fluid flow. Topics include forces in static fluids and fluids in motion, applications of Bernoulli’s equation, pressure losses in pipe systems, open channel flows, pump selection, and air flow in ducts.

ET 340L. FLUID MECHANICS LAB
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Corequisite: ET 340

ET 342. REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
CLASS HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 2
Prerequisite: ET 344
Corequisite: ET 342L
Introduction to basic refrigeration and air conditioning principles and equipment. Included are the theory and application of direct and indirect refrigeration cycles commonly found on merchant ships and ashore including main cargo freezers, air conditional systems, chill water systems, absorption systems, refrigerated vans, and ice machines.

ET 342L. REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING LAB►
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Corequisite: ET 342

ET 344. THERMODYNAMICS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: PHY 100, PHY 100L, MTH 200
Basic laws of thermodynamics and their applications to heat-power machinery applied on shipboard heat-power plants, steam and gas turbines, internal combustion engines, and vapor-compression refrigeration systems.

ET 350. ELECTRICAL MACHINERY►
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: ET 250, ET 250L
Corequisite: ET 350L
Principles and application of magnetic circuits and transformers, three phase power, power factor correction, DC motors and generators, three phase AC motors and alternators, single-phase motors, stepper motors, electronic motor control, and circuit protection devices.

ET 350L. ELECTRICAL MACHINERY LAB►
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisites: ET 250, ET 250L
Corequisite: ET 350
Application of the principles from ET 350 in laboratory measurements and analysis.

ET 370. ELECTRONICS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: ET 250, ET 250L
Corequisite: ET 370L
Principles and application of electronic circuits and components, microcontrollers, operational amplifiers, comparators, peak detectors, active filters, timer circuits, AD conversion, serial communication, and micro electro-mechanical systems.

ET 370L. ELECTRONICS LAB
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Corequisite: ET 370
Application of the principles from ET 370 in laboratory measurements and analysis, followed by a comprehensive team project.

ET 390. INDEPENDENT STUDY

ET 395. SPECIAL TOPICS

ET 400. INSTRUMENTATION AND MEASUREMENT
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: COM 220, COM 220L, ET 370, ET 370L, MTH 201
Corequisite: ET 400L
A study of instrumentation devices and their uses in monitoring processes. Instrumentation used for measuring temperature, pressure, level, flow, position and motion as well as other types of analytical measurement are studied. In addition to instrumentation, the principles of signal conditioning are also studied including op-amp applications, filtering, applications to pneumatic systems, and digital signal conditioning. Concludes with a study of how instrumentation relates to modern data acquisition systems; how to optimize measurements and effectively analyze measured signals. Laboratory applications are investigated concurrently with course topics.

ET 400L. INSTRUMENTATION AND MEASUREMENT LAB
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisites: COM 220, COM 220L, ET 370, ET 370L, MTH 201
Corequisite: ET 400
This lab is designed to study principles introduced in ET 400 Instrumentation and Measurement. Lab procedures include studies involving signal conditioning, Wheatstone bridge applications, use of operational amplifiers for signal conditioning, Boolean logic, thermal transducers, strain gage measurements, variable capacitance transducers, and optical transducers. Computer-based data acquisition methods are used in all the procedures.

ET 460. AUTOMATION
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: ET 400, ET 400L, MTH 201
Corequisite: ET 460L
A study of automation in power plants, engineering processes, and manufacturing processes leading to an understanding of modern control systems. Principles of analog and digital control systems are studied, as well as measurement methods and final control valves and actuators. PID (proportional plus integral plus derivative) control applications and programmable logic controllers are also studied. Modeling, measurement and control of mechanical, thermal, fluid, and electrical systems are investigated.

ET 460L. AUTOMATION LAB
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisites: ET 400, ET 400L, MTH 201
Corequisite: ET 460
This lab is designed to study principles introduced and discussed in ET 460.  Lab procedures include introduction to the concepts of closed loop control, PLC (programmable logic controllers) programming, pneumatic logic and control applications, a study of frequency response in systems (Bode plots), and process loop tuning methods.

ET 490. POWER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
CLASS HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 2
Prerequisites: ET 340, ET 340L, ET 344
Corequisite: ET 490L
Capstone course in engineering technology. Engines in labs, simulators, and operating power plants are used to explore the application of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and controls to operating systems. Students are required to develop and carry out analytical procedures to evaluate the effects of changing parameters on operating power plants.

ET 490L. POWER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY LAB
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisites: ET 340, ET 340L, ET 344
Corequisite: ET 490

Humanities

HUM 310. ENGINEERING ETHICS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: EGL 200, Junior or Senior Class Standing
Addresses the major concepts of ethics as applied to the discipline and practice of engineering. Topics include the scope and aims of engineering ethics, moral reasoning and ethical theories, engineering and society, ethics and the law, the engineer’s responsibility for safety, engineers and the corporation, conflict of interest/crime in the workplace, rights of engineers/rules of professional conduct, ethics, global ethical issues involving the engineering community, engineering ethics in the computer age, environmental ethics, engineers as managers and leaders, engineers as expert witnesses, and steps to principled reasoning/common rationalizations.