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ENGR

25 courses with the subject ENGR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

ENGR 1010Engineering Foundations 14

Effective Date 03/06/2023 This is the first in a two-semester course sequence for first-year SEAS undergraduates. Students are introduced to engineering practice and the design process, the concept of engineering as an endeavor that shapes and is shaped by society, the fundamentals of engineering ethics, and oral and visual communication. Majors and potential career paths are also introduced. Restricted to 1st Year Engineering Undergraduates or Instructor’s Consent Requisites 1st Year UGRD Engineering student

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 1020Engineering Foundations 23

Effective Date 03/06/2023 This is the second in a two-semester course sequence for first-year SEAS undergraduates. Students will engage in an open-ended authentic design project that is performed as part of a team. Technical writing is emphasized, as is designing for social responsibility. Students will develop skills for prototyping, data analysis, and modeling. Restricted to First-Year Engineering Students or Instructor’s Consent Requisites 1st Year UGRD Engineering student

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 1410Synthesis Design I4

Effective Date 08/01/2024 Students set off on a two-course journey to develop (1) effective and intentional human-centered engineering design mindsets and behaviors, (2) their abilities to work in and find ways to exhibit leadership on design teams composed of people with different skills and roles, and (3) their abilities to communicate both within a design team and with external stakeholders.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
first-year Rodman scholar status. Requisites First Year Rodman Scholar Credits: 4
ENGR 1420Synthesis Design II3

Effective Date 02/01/2024 Synthesis Design II extends students’ journey started in ENGR 1410 Synthesis Design I, a journey focused on developing effective and intentional human-centered engineering design mindsets and behaviors. The distinguishing feature is a client-based project which directly engages students with how engineers can impact people and how people can impact engineers while advancing their design, teamwork, and communication skills.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
first-year Rodman scholar status. Requisites First Year Rodman Scholar Credits: 3
ENGR 1501Special Topics1

Effective Date 08/01/2026 Student led special topic courses which vary by semester.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 1520Explorations in Engineering3

Effective Date 08/01/2023 This course introduces students to engineering, including the role of engineers in modern society, engineering subdisciplines, & methods used by engineers to solve problems. A key component is a hands-on design-build project in which students work in small teams to develop a solution to a problem. This activity culminates in demonstration of a design solution prototype. Students should be able to make clearer choices when deciding a career path.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
Instructor consent. Credits: 3
ENGR 1559Special Topics in Engineering3

Effective Date 08/01/2026 Considers engineering practices and principles in their local and global context. Topics vary based upon student and faculty interest.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 1595Explorations–First-Year Engineering Seminar1

Effective Date 08/01/2022 This is a seminar course for first-year students in the School of Engineering and Applied Science to acquire information about engineering careers, what different majors do, etc.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 1624Introduction to Engineering4

Effective Date 08/01/2022 Cornerstone course for first-year SEAS undergraduates, introducing them to engineering practice and design philosophy, via exposure to open-ended, realistic , hands-on challenges. Students engage in both individual and team work, and consider the contexts in which engineering challenges arise. SEAS majors and potential career paths are also introduced. Students who have taken ENGR 1620 or 1621 or both, can’t enroll in ENGR 1624. Requisites Undergraduate Engineering

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 2500Introduction to Nanoscience and Technology3

Effective Date 05/01/2023 A hands-on introduction to nanoscience for students of all majors: Microfabrication, nanoscale chemical and biological self-assembly, applications, technological and ethical challenges; Labs ranging from use of scanning tunneling and atomic force microscopes to DNA fingerprinting. Lecture/discussion meeting + one lab. For first two weeks of registration, enrollment will be limited to 1st and 2nd years (then opened to all).

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 2595Special Topics in Engineering0.5

Effective Date 05/01/2026 Special Topics in Engineering.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
0.5
Credits (max)
0.5
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 2599Special Topics in Engineering0.5

Effective Date 05/01/2026 Special Topics in Engineering.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
0.5
Credits (max)
0.5
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 2993Independent Study0.5

Effective Date 05/13/2025 Special tutorial with a topic declared in advance. The topic, work plan, and conditions are arranged by contract between instructor and student and approved by the department Chair, with a copy to be filed in the department office. Instructor’s Consent Required.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
0.5
Credits (max)
0.5
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 2995Research for Credit1

Effective Date 10/09/2024 Students will engage in supervised research in engineering, applying academic knowledge to real-world problems.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 3030Scientific Graphics for Undergraduate Researchers3

Effective Date 01/01/2026 This course is designed to equip engineering students involved in undergraduate research with the skills to effectively visualize and communicate their data. Students will learn to create clear and accurate scientific graphics, including graphs, illustrations, and photos appropriate for inclusion in published manuscripts. The course will emphasize practical applications using students’ own research data, providing hands-on experience with a variety of modern tools and techniques.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 3040Experimental Design for Undergraduate Researchers3

Effective Date 01/01/2026 This course covers theoretical and practical aspects of experimental design, emphasizing real-world applications tailored to students’ ongoing research projects. Students actively engaged in research will learn to develop robust experiments, analyze data accurately, and present their findings effectively.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 3501Special Topics in Engineering3

Effective Date 08/01/2022 Special topics in engineering will vary based upon student and faculty interests.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 3502Special Topics in Engineering3

Effective Date 08/01/2022 Special topics in engineering will vary based upon student and faculty interests.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 3580Rodman Scholars Seminar1

Effective Date 01/01/2026 Special Topics Restricted to Rodman Scholars.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
Rodman Scholar Status. Requisites Rodman Scholar Credits: 1
ENGR 4020Multidisciplinary Design and Development II1

Effective Date 08/01/2023 A two-semester, multidisciplinary, capstone engineering design sequence; the primary objective of ENGR 4010/4020 is to provide students with a realistic and rigorous, culminating engineering design experience, which is reflective of contemporary professional practice. A disciplined design/development process is followed.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
ENGR 4010 Requisites Must have completed ENGR 4010 Credits: 1 to 3
ENGR 4030Technical Writing and Publication for Undergraduate Researchers3

Effective Date 01/01/2026 This course is for undergraduate students who are currently engaged in engineering research with the aim of preparing their work for publication. Students will leverage their own research data to produce high-quality manuscripts suitable for submission. Students will learn to structure research papers, present data effectively, and utilize peer review to refine their manuscripts.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
STS 2600 OR a second writing requirement in the College of Arts and Sciences; AND ENGR 3030 Requisites Completed STS 2600 OR a Second Writing course in the College of Arts & Sciences; AND completed ENGR 3030. Credits: 3
ENGR 4595Special Topics in Engineering1

Effective Date 05/01/2023 Advance projects course to be taken in parallel with STS 4010, 4020, or can be used for an advanced undergraduate course on a topic not covered in the course offerings.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
Prerequisite
instructor permission. Credits: 1 to 3
ENGR 4599Special Topics in Engineering1

Effective Date 05/01/2026 Special topics will vary by instructor and semester.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 4880Business and Technical Leadership in Engineering3

Effective Date 01/01/2024 This course on Business and Technological Leadership is normally taught by a senior level corporate executive with broad experience who serves as the Brenton S. Halsey Distinguished Visiting Professor of Chemical Engineering and Related Disciplines. The instructor provides experienced insight on business and professional issues likely to be faced by engineers early in their careers. The course normally covers major business skills and competencies in career management, leadership, working in teams, problem solving, and change management as well as international issues facing global companies. Guest speakers will provide additional insights on theses topics.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com
ENGR 900International Scholars Independent Study0

Effective Date 01/01/2011 A zero-credit course with enrollment restricted to international scholars.

Subject
ENGR
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Undergraduate Record 2026-2027
Source
virginia.catalog.acalog.com

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