Engineering

Spencer Smith, Ph.D., P.Eng. Director Level I Engineering July 5, 2013

Dear Level I Engineering Students: Welcome to the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University! You are about to embark on a very exciting journey, full of new experiences, new friends, new environments, new knowledge and new skills. You will even find that you have the opportunity to become part of a new culture, one with its own songs, traditions and sense of humour. This engineering culture is kept alive by the students at McMaster and their abundance of school spirit, which manifests itself in an impressive array of social events and clubs. We encourage you to get involved and take advantage of the many opportunities placed before you. One exciting new facility for Engineering 1 is our first year Experiential Playground and Innovation Classroom (EPIC). This classroom will facilitate hands on learning, through the use of 3D prototyping printers, various robotic kits and tablet computers. We are really looking forward to creating an EPIC experience with you! Level I holds many new and exciting opportunities, but please remember that the transition to Level I can also be challenging. We strongly believe that every student admitted to Level I Engineering has the ability to succeed, but some of you may need to make some adjustments to your study habits and time management strategies to reach your full potential. Although the material covered in your courses is a natural extension of what you studied in high school, the volume of work and the speed with which it is covered has the potential to be overwhelming if you do not make frequent self assessments of your academic progress. If your self assessment suggests any potential problems, please take action immediately; the best time to seek help is before a little problem becomes a big one. Many options are available to you for help, including the following: • For information on your courses refer to the Avenue course management system (http://avenue.mcmaster.ca). Once classes start, Avenue will be your central source for much of your course materials and grades. • For questions and information about Level I Engineering, please monitor the on-line discussion forum on Avenue that will be available to all Level I students in the Fall. You can also visit the Engineering 1 offices in the Engineering Technology Building (ETB). • For simple questions regarding admissions and registration, or other First Year issues, please check http://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/eng1/index.html

• Questions related to the transition to Level I Engineering and preparation for September can be sent to [email protected]. • For assistance or academic advice please contact Ms. Sally Williams, the Engineering I Advisor. She is available by phone at (905) 525-9140 X 24646 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Ms. Williams’ office is located in Engineering Student Services (JHE A214). • If you need advice with special needs, time and stress management or other academic skills, please refer to the web-page for the Student Accessibility Services (SAS): http://sas.mcmaster.ca/. • If you are having trouble in a specific course, please seek help from the course instructor, course coordinators, instructional assistant interns and the teaching assistants. • And finally, for general advice and support, your fellow students, in all levels of Engineering, can be a very valuable resource. One of the advantages of our common first year program is that it allows our students the opportunity to explore the various types of Engineering that they can pursue beyond Level I. To assist you with making a decision for Level II, information on the different disciplines will be available through your lectures and tutorials. In addition, we will organize a Level I Information Fair, around the midpoint of Term 2, where all programs will be represented. In the days following the information fair each department will also host their own departmental information session. During your first year we also encourage you to speak with faculty members, academic advisors, teaching assistants, and senior students about the Level II program options available to you. We are very much looking forward to an exciting year as you begin your journey toward becoming an Engineer. Please take advantage of the social and educational opportunities available in Engineering I at McMaster. See you in September! Best regards,

Spencer Smith, PhD, PEng Director, Level I Engineering

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What to Expect in ENGINEER 1P03 (Engineering Profession & Practice) Instructor: Dr. Robert V. Fleisig, P.Eng. ([email protected]) Welcome to the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University! As your instructor for ENG 1P03, I look forward to teaching you this fall. I am delighted to answer any questions you have via email. In your emails to me, please put “ENG 1P03” in the subject.

What is ENG 1P03 about? ENG 1P03 is an introduction to the conceptual part of engineering design, the profession itself, sustainability, professional ethics, and health & safety. Through team design projects in tutorial, you will learn how to approach a real world engineering design problem.

When do classes start? ENG 1P03 classes are comprised of two 50-minute lectures a week and an hour and 50minute tutorial per week. ENG 1P03 lectures and tutorials begin September 5th. See https://adweb.cis.mcmaster.ca/mtt/ or SOLAR for the schedule and location of classes.

How should I prepare for the first class? Purchase the clicker (you only need one for all your courses) as well as the required materials for ENG 1P03. See http://www.bookstore.mcmaster.ca/cgimcm/ws/txhome.exe?wsgm=coursematerial for a listing of required materials.

What can I expect in class? I will teach the lectures that will prepare you for design work in tutorial as well as cover the profession, sustainability, professional ethics, and health & safety. All lectures are mandatory. Please bring your clicker to lecture. Tutorials are lead by Teaching Assistants (TAs). TAs are current undergraduate or graduate students in the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University. All tutorials are mandatory. Please bring your ENG 1P03 Custom Courseware to tutorial.

WHAT TO EXPECT ENGINEER 1C03 (DESIGN & GRAPHICS) DR. THOMAS E. DOYLE AND DR. COLIN MCDONALD

1. Introduction As your instructors for Engineering Design & Graphics, we would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to first year Engineering at McMaster University. The course has undergone some exciting changes from a traditional Design & Graphics course and the purpose of this letter is to tell you a little about the course and how to arrive prepared. We look forward to meeting each of you. 2. Overview of Design & Graphics This course is about technical design and communication for engineers. Using solid modelling CAD, freehand sketching, and system simulation we will explore the design of common mechanisms, visualization, the reading and creation of engineering drawings, and technical standards. The course ties all of these elements together in a group design project. 3. Preparing for Design & Graphics The course assumes no prior background in the content, however, there are a few things that can help you prepare. Perhaps most important is obtaining and organizing your course materials (see section 4). This letter is a summary to assist with preparation, however, the syllabus that is provided when you arrive will be a much more detailed explanation of the course requirements and structure. 3.1. Course Management System and Syllabus. To assist with the delivery and organization of course materials, ENGINEER 1C03 will be using the Avenue-to-Learn course management system (http://avenue. mcmaster.ca). Avenue-to-Learn will be your central source for all course materials and grades. Until you have access to the course management system, please visit http://www.ece.mcmaster.ca/faculty/doyle/ engineering1 for your course syllabus. 3.2. Software. The course requires several software applications. You are advised to download and install the course software before classes begin. For the solid modelling CAD we will be using Autodesk Inventor Professional 2011 and for the system simulation we will use Maple/MapleSIM (see reverse for instructions on obtaining each). 3.3. Textbooks and Readings. The course textbook and materials are listed in section 4. To prepare yourself, before your first lecture you should read: (1) Leake chapters 1, 2 (p23-29), 7 (p210-228), 9 and (2) Tickoo chapters 1 and 2. Please refer to your syllabus for all assigned course reading. 4. Course Materials All course materials are available through the Titles bookstore or online: (1) (required) the textbook “Engineering Design Graphics: Sketching, Modeling, and Visualization 2nd edition”, by Leake, (2) (required) the textbook “Autodesk Inventor 2011 for Designers” by Tickoo, (3) (required) Maple and MapleSIM software (see reverse), (4) (required) Autodesk Inventor Professional 2011 software (see reverse), (5) (required) i>clicker remote, (6) (optional, but recommended) a 400 Series Strathmore sketchpad (9 inch × 12 inch, 100 sheets), (7) (optional, but recommended) the reference book “Making Sense in Engineering and the Technical Sciences : A Student’s Guide to Research and Writing”, 4/e, by Northey and Jewinski, (8) (optional, but recommended) a Staedtler drafting pencil (e.g. model MARS-780)and a Staedtler eraser. 1

Steps for Purchasing MapleSim. MapleSim, which is a multi-domain, simulation and modelling tool, is required software for ENGINEER 1C03. The preferred method for purchasing MapleSim is via the Maplesoft web-store, although a few copies will be available at the campus bookstore. Once we have the steps finalized, you will find the purchase procedure at http://www.ece.mcmaster.ca/faculty/doyle/engineering1 This Maple/MapleSim package is a special negotiated price for McMaster Engineering students. Please ensure you obtain the correct version for this course. You will require your MAC ID to make the purchase. You should have already done this to register on SOLAR, but if you have not, the instructions can be found at: http://www.mcmaster.ca/uts/email_accounts/macid/student/activation_guide.html Enable your MAC ID services, which includes enabling your McMaster e-mail. YOU WILL REQUIRE A VALID MCMASTER E-MAIL ADDRESS TO PURCHASE MAPLESIM. Other email domains will not be accepted. To enable your MAC ID services, log on to MUGSI and then select “Enable Your MAC ID Services.” You must have your MAC ID to enable other MAC ID services like e-mail. Further instructions can be found at: http://www.mcmaster.ca/uts/email_accounts/macid/student/enable_services.html Steps for Obtaining Autodesk Inventor Professional 2011. Autodesk Inventor Professional 2011 is a part of a suite of industry standard software available to students at McMaster University. As a student you are permitted free access to the academic versions of this suite of software through http://students.autodesk.com by registering with your McMaster University email address (see above for activation of your MAC ID). Once registered at students.autodesk.com you will have access to download all Autodesk academic software. Please note that you only require Autodesk Inventor Professional 2011. Be aware that the download and install will take some time and disk space. Ensure you select the appropriate installation for your computer (i.e. 32-bit vs. 64-bit). Please follow the installation and activation instructions presented to you as you install Inventor and when you are asked to install Mechanical 2D ensure you select yes (this will make your software the same as the laboratory computers). Note that software activation may require an additional registration. Please note, the newer 2012, 2013, and 2014 versions are not backwards compatible with 2011. All of the computer labs are running version 2011 and your group project will be required to be submitted in version 2011. After downloading and installing Autodesk Inventor Professional 2011, review the “Quick Start Tutorial for Autodesk Inventor” under the section titled “Learn”.

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ENGINEER 1D04 (Engineering Computation) Dr. Spencer Smith and Dr. William M. Farmer McMaster University July 5, 2013 Computing is, among other things, an extremely powerful and flexible problem solving tool that every engineer needs to understand and be able to use. The mission of ENGINEER 1D04 is to introduce students to the field of computing and teach them how to solve engineering problems by designing algorithms and then implementing them in software using a modern programming language.

When classes start. The lectures, labs, and tutorials for ENGINEER 1D04 start the first day of classes, Thursday, September 5. Please attend your lab and tutorial even if they occur before your first lecture.

Textbook. The textbook for this course is John Zelle, Python Programming: An Introduction to Computer Science (First Edition), Franklin Beedle & Associates, 2004. ISBN 13: 978-1887902991. This textbook is required for all students. It is available at the Titles McMaster University Bookstore. Note that you need to get the first edition, not the second!

Programming language. Python is a popular programming language that we are adopting for ENGINEER 1D04. All instruction, learning exercises, and assessments will employ Python. The Python interpreter and the IDLE integrated development environment (IDE) are free to download and install. If you have a laptop or desktop computer, we recommend that you install your own version of Python. We are using version 2.7 of Python. DO NOT USE PYTHON 3 for ENGINEER 1D04!

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You can find the 2.7 release of Python at: http://www.python.org/download/. Please select the installer that is appropriate for your operating system and follow the installation instructions provided. If you have trouble with the installation, please do not worry. We will set time aside in the first tutorial to discuss installation issues. If you have a laptop, you are encouraged to bring it to the first tutorial.

Weekly work plans. There will be a prescribed work plan for each week. The following is the work plan for week 01: 1. Read the course outline (0.5 hr.). 2. Install Python on your computer (1.0 hr.). 3. Read Chapter 1 of the textbook (2.0 hr.). 4. Answer the Chapter 1 review questions (0.5 hr.). 5. Do the Chapter 1 programming exercises 1–5 (2.0 hr.). 6. Participate in this week’s lecture, lab, and tutorial (6.0 hr.). The first 4–5 items should be completed before your first lecture, tutorial, or lab.

Required level of effort. ENGINEER 1D04 is a 4-unit course (most courses are 3-unit). You need to devote at least 12 hours per week to it!

EPIC labs ENGINEER 1D04 will be incorporating the new Experiential Playground and Innovation Classroom (EPIC) into the course. Please take advantage of this exciting opportunity to experience computing in a hands-on environment. You will get a chance to play with various robotic kits and tablet devices. We are also hoping to set up a few competitions so that you can show off your newly acquired skills! Please visit the EPIC web-page at: http:// epiclab.mcmaster.ca/. We also encourage you to like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/epiclab.

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ECCS ENGINEERING CO-OP AND CAREER SERVICES Kick-Start your Engineering Career – Join Co-op Today! The Engineering Co-op Program is an optional program that provides you with the opportunity to work in real engineering positions before you graduate. The Co-op Program is administered by the Engineering Co-op and Career Services Department (ECCS). ECCS provides assistance to help you obtain your co-op position. Prerequisites:

Fees:

You must complete the 1EE0 Prep Course to be eligible to go out on work terms. This course is 8-hours in length and its cost is incorporated into your Co-op fees. You are required to take this course one time only. It will be offered several times over the course of the year - times and dates will be announced by ECCS during the school year.

The ECCS office operates solely from student co-op fees, which cover the 1EE0 course and all other services provided. There is an annual fee of $100, and work term fees of $300 for each 4-month position. Work term fees are only paid after you secure a position.

Work Terms:

Co-op Positions:

The Engineering Co-op program has flexible start dates and work term lengths, depending upon student year. May - 4 months May – 12/16 months September - 8/ 12 mos.

Year 1-4 Year 3/4 or 4/5 Year 3/4 or 4/5

January - 12 months

Year 3/4 or 4/5/ & final year students

ECCS assists you by posting hundreds of co-op positions on OSCARplus, our on-line career system. We also provide other services such as job search workshops, resume/cover letter assistance and hosting Company Info Sessions. Finding a position is a competitive process and not guaranteed. How to Join: All Co-op students must log-in to OSCARplus to create a profile and sign the Co-op Registration agreement (forms can be downloaded from our website) – this ensures your enrollment in the program. Once enrolled, you can sign up for the 1EE0 class. Upon successful completion of 1EE0, you will then be eligible to apply for and accept co-op positions. Need more info? • Visit our website - Future Students, or • Attend a fall Co-op Info Session – details on the website or OSCARplus – Events -Engineering

www.eng.mcmaster.ca/eccs

A Joint Venture of the McMaster Engineering Society and the Faculty of Engineering

Minha R. Ha SELECT Program Coordinator July 9, 2013 Dear Students, Welcome to McMaster Engineering! Here you will find yourself in a dynamic community of faculty, students, staff, alumni, industry mentors and community partners. This is the time and place to expand your horizons, learn about each other and ourselves, and grow deeply and exponentially in so many ways. All members of the Faculty of Engineering take part in enhancing your education experience on a holistic level. Because of this, you have the privilege of academic, professional, and personal development opportunities through your courses, cocurricular programs, and extracurricular initiatives. We believe in empowering young people who will be serving our communities as Global Engineers who respond to the complex challenges of 21st century and provide innovative options for sustainable societal development. Being effective leaders in our personal, relational and organisational lives, is one important part of that endeavour. SELECT is the co-curricular program where you will take on meaningful leadership projects with peers from all departments of Engineering, Computer Sciences and Bachelor of Technology. Our alumni and mentors from community generously give their time to bring relevant topics to life, interacting with the students in various ways. Members of SELECT serve to help establish a culture of leadership where we are purposeful, ethical, inclusive and empowering others. If this is something you can relate to, please do not hesitate to talk to us! The professors, staff and many peer mentors from the Faculty are eagerly awaiting your arrival. Please plan to attend the MES events, ENG 1 Orientation, ENG 1P03 tutorials and other departmental events in September. Tell your stories, and learn about the people you meet. They may just determine the direction and the outcome of what may be one of the most important years of your life! Looking forward to seeing you, Minha R. Ha SELECT Program Coordinator Faculty of Engineering [email protected] www.eng.mcmaster.ca/select

July 30th, 2013. Dear incoming first year Engineering, Bachelor of Technology, and Computer Science students, Congratulations on accepting your offer to the Faculty of Engineering. We look forward to welcoming you at McMaster University in the fall. This letter is to inform you of the General Math and Aptitude Test that you will write before classes commence. This examination will be held on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013 at 9:30AM in MDCL. The duration of the test will be one hour. The purpose of this examination is to assess the level of mathematical knowledge of first year students entering the Faculty of Engineering. The topics covered in the test are part of the Ontario Grade 12 (or equivalent) curriculum. This examination will have no effect on your standing at the University nor will it affect your offer of admission. Your grade will not be returned to you and will solely be used for structuring your program’s curriculum accordingly. To ensure that the most accurate examination results are returned, we ask that you do not study for the aptitude test. The examination will take place at 9:30AM in MDCL building. For those students in residence, test facilitators will help direct students from their residence to MDCL. All others should meet in the MDCL lobby at 9:00 AM. At this time, invigilators will be present to direct you to the correct rooms. The only items you must bring to the examination are your student card, a pencil and an eraser. No calculators or any other electronic devices will be permitted. The test questions have been developed so that the final answers can be obtained without the use of any calculators. We understand there may be extenuating circumstances that prevent you from writing the examination. This may include but is not limited to a job, late arrival to the university, or being a mature student. Exemptions can be granted upon request. If you require an exemption or have any questions or concerns about the examination, please do not hesitate to contact myself, Jeffrey Jordison, the Aptitude Test Coordinator at [email protected] Sincerely,

Jeffrey Jordison Aptitude Test Coordinator McMaster Engineering Society McMaster University