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• EGR 130: Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  (Formerly MET-130) This course introduces the student to renewable energy systems. Topics include active and passive solar energy, photovoltaics, biomass, geothermal, hydroelectric and wind power. Conventional fuel sources such as fossil fuels and nuclear power will provide a comparison to move sustainable energy strategies. Environmental, economic, political and social issues will be considered for each energy source.
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• EGR 140: Site Plan Drafting

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  (Formerly CET-140) This course provides training and background to produce civil engineering working drawings using computer-aided drafting techniques. Emphasis will be on site plan development and the preparation of drawings and specifications for land development. The course focusincludes: maps, surveys, site plans, utilities, subdivision planning, roads, topography and grading, storm water drainage, sanitary sewer considerations and the basic use of GPS systems. Prerequisite:    EDD 120   
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• EGR 150: Statics

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  (Formerly MET-150) This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of engineering mechanics. Included is the study of force systems, equilibrium force analysis of structures, friction, center of gravity and moments of inertia. Prerequisite:    MAT 116 and PHY 100 or PHY 113      
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• EGR 170: Fluid Power Systems

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  (Formerly MET-170) This course prepares students to study the technology of transmitting power by means of pressurized fluids. Topics covered are components and configurations for pneumatic and hydraulic systems, basic principles of fluid behavior and characteristics of compressible and incompressible fluids.
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• EGR 181: Introduction to Mechanical Systems

  3.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  This course will provide students with the experience and understanding of how to assemble mechanical drive systems that include couplings, shafts, bearings, belt drives, drive trains or gears. This is accomplished through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab. Safety, installation, maintenance and repair of these systems will be highlighted.
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• EGR 216: Materials of Construction

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  (Formerly CET-201) This course is a study of the materials used in construction. Materials include wood, masonry and concrete, steel and non-ferrous metals, bitumens, roofing and siding, sealants and finishes. Green and sustainable materials are discussed.
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• EGR 217: Soils in Construction

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  (Formerly CET-202) This course is a study of the composition, classification and processing of soils and their influence on the construction process. Laboratory tests will be performed on soils and aggregates to determine their physical and mechanical properties. Topics include soil properties, soil testing, detailed computations, evaluation of testing methods and results, excavation and types of foundations.
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• EGR 218: Strength of Materials

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  (Formerly MET-211) This course builds upon the curriculum from course EGR 150. Included is the study of stress and strain, center of gravity, moment of inertia, torsion, shear and moment in beams, stresses in beams, beam deflection, combined loading, connections by riveting, bolting, welding, and columns. Prerequisite:    EGR 150   
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• EGR 219: Site Plan Development

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  (Formerly CET-215) This course focuses on site planning and design that takes into account all physical problems or assets of the land. Emphasis is placed on the task of moving people, buildings and vehicles into a functional order producing logical and aesthetic solutions. Analysis of the profitability of land development and green and sustainable building sites are discussed.
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• EGR 220: Green and Sustainable Buildings

  4.00 Credits

  Community College of Allegheny County

  
  (Formerly MET-220) This course explores the concept of green and sustainable buildings, including building design, site development and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification. Topics include green building fundamentals, sustainable sites, material considerations and economic analysis of green buildings.
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