What This Document Is
This is a syllabus for IME 3010: Entrepreneurial Engineering II (Product Design and Development) at Western Michigan University. It’s a foundational course outlining expectations, assessment criteria, and logistical details for students enrolled in the program. This syllabus serves as the official guide for the course, detailing the academic journey students will undertake throughout the semester. It’s designed to provide a clear understanding of the course structure and requirements.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is crucial for any student registered – or considering registering – for IME 3010. It’s essential reading *before* the course begins to understand the workload, grading breakdown, and instructor expectations. Prospective students can use it to gauge the course’s focus and determine if it aligns with their academic goals. Current students will refer to it frequently throughout the semester to stay on track with assignments, deadlines, and policies. Understanding the syllabus upfront can significantly contribute to success in the course.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This syllabus provides an overview of the course but does *not* contain the actual course content, lectures, case studies, or assignment details. It outlines the *types* of assessments, but not the specific questions or problems students will encounter. It also doesn’t offer detailed explanations of the engineering principles covered; those are delivered through course instruction. It’s a roadmap, not the territory itself.
What This Document Provides
* Course description and prerequisites
* Instructor contact information and office hours
* A breakdown of the grading components (assignments, assessments, projects) and their respective weights
* Course objectives aligned with ABET-EAC outcomes
* Attendance and academic honesty policies
* Required textbook information (title, author, ISBN)
* A general overview of the course schedule and key dates
* Information regarding the final term project and its contribution to the overall grade.