Engineering, B.S.
Mission
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering program is to provide students an interdisciplinary approach to engineering design that impacts global society for the glory of God.
Degree Program
A Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate requirements and the departmental-specific requirements.
Program Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering, students will be able to:
- Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics (ULO 1).
- Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors (ULO 1).
- Communicate effectively with a range of audiences (ULO 2).
- Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts (ULO 3).
- Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives (ULO 2).
- Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions (ULO 1).
- Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies (ULO 1).
- Summarize the key issues in science and faith and recognize the harmony possible while studying God's creation. (ULO 2, 3).
Each Program Learning Objective (PLO) listed above references at least one of the University Learning Outcomes (ULO 1, 2, 3), which may be found in the General Information section of this catalog.
In addition, PLOs 1-7 reference ABET student learning objectives, which may be found in the Accreditation Criteria & Supporting Documents section of ABET's website.
Program Educational Objectives
The Bachelor of Science in Engineering program provides students with a general engineering background to tackle design problems and demands. In keeping with Biola University's mission, this program provides students with an experience that equips them with the following:
- Diverse Knowledge: Graduates will be able to apply interdisciplinary skills to solve problems that impact society.
- Continuous Growth: Graduates will be equipped with skills associated with lifelong learning.
- Professional Development: Graduates will be prepared to navigate a diverse and changing job market.
GPA Requirement
To continue in the program, a student is required to have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher in their first year of chemistry, physics, math, and engineering courses taken at Biola. These courses may include: CHEM 105, CHEM 115, MATH 150, MATH 151, ENGR 121, ENGR 122, ENGR 124, PHSC 132, and PHSC 134.
A minimum grade of a C is required in all B.S. Engineering major courses taken at Biola. Anyone receiving a lower grade must repeat the course with a higher grade to receive credit for the course.
Curriculum Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering majors meet the Core Curriculum requirement of 9 credits in science, mathematics, and ENGL 313 within the major. The foreign language requirement is met by two years of high school study in the same language or four credits of college foreign language. The following courses are strongly recommended: ARTS 111, PHIL 215, ENGL 230: Dystopian Literature. | ||
| The Bible requirement is 18 credits: BBST 103, BBST 165, BBST 209, BBST 210, BBST 260, and BBST 365. | ||
| Program Courses | ||
| Math and Science Required Courses | ||
| MATH 150 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 151 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 250 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 320 | Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists | 3 |
| MATH 334 | Linear Algebra and Differential Equations | 4 |
| CHEM 107 | Introduction to Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| CHEM 105 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 115 | General Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| PHSC 132 | General Physics I: Mechanics and Heat | 3 |
| PHSC 134 | General Physics I Laboratory | 1 |
| PHSC 233 | General Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism | 3 |
| PHSC 237 | General Physics II Laboratory | 1 |
| Engineering Required Courses | ||
| CSCI 105 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
| ENGR 121 | Introduction to Engineering | 1 |
| ENGR 122 | Introduction to Engineering Lab | 1 |
| ENGR 124 | Data Analysis and Presentation | 1 |
| ENGR 212 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| ENGR 311 | Computer Techniques in Science and Engineering | 3 |
| ENGR 313 | Statics | 3 |
| ENGR 314 | Mechanics of Materials | 3 |
| ENGR 316 | Dynamics | 3 |
| ENGR 321 | Circuits and Instrumentation I | 5 |
| ENGR 322 | Circuits and Instrumentation II | 3 |
| ENGR 360 | Mechatronics | 3 |
| ENGR 370 | Computer Aided Engineering Design | 3 |
| ENGR 470 | Senior Design Capstone | 3 |
| ENGR 471 | Engineering Capstone | 3 |
| Computer Science, Engineering, Robotics Elective Courses | ||
| Select a minimum of 6 credits of upper-division courses from the list below. | 6 | |
| User Interface Design and Programming 2 | ||
| Thermodynamics | ||
| Fluid Mechanics | ||
| Special Topics in Engineering | ||
| Directed Research in Engineering | ||
| Robot Modeling and Dynamics | ||
| Artificial Intelligence 2 | ||
| Programming of Autonomous Mobile Robots 2 | ||
| Control Systems | ||
| Special Topics in Robotics | ||
| Directed Research | ||
| General Engineering Electives | ||
| Select 3 credits from any of the electives listed above, or from the following: | 3 | |
| General Chemistry II 3 | ||
| Data Structures | ||
| Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming | ||
| Internship in Engineering | ||
| Complex Variables | ||
| General Physics III: Waves, Optics and Modern Physics | ||
| ENGL 3133 | Writing in the Disciplines for Science & Engineering 4 | 3 |
| Program Course Requirements: 84-87 credits | ||
| Core Curriculum Requirements 5 | 42-46 | |
| Total Credits | 126-133 | |
- 1
CHEM 107 is waived for students who meet the qualifications to enter CHEM 105. See the current Placement Options for CHEM 105 for more information.
- 2
This course has a prerequisite course, which may be counted as a General Engineering Elective. The prerequisite course must be taken prior to taking this course.
- 3
An additional course, which is not a program requirement, is required as a corequisite. See department for advising.
- 4
Fulfills the ENGL 313 Core Curriculum requirement.
- 5
See Core Curriculum Program section for details.
NOTE: The course sequence table is designed by the major department and is one way that the classes will work out properly in sequence for your major. However, there are alternative or flexible ways to rotate some of the classes within the same year/level and sometimes between year levels. Please contact your major department advisor to discuss flexible alternatives in scheduling the sequence of your classes.
Taking coursework during the summer session may also be an option to accelerate your degree path.
See Core Curriculum Program section for a list of approved Core Curriculum courses.
Engineering, B.S.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| BBST 103 or 165 | 3 | BBST 103 or 165 | 3 |
| ARTS 111 (strongly recommended; fulfills Fine Arts Core Curriculum requirement) | 3 | ENGR 121 | 1 |
| CHEM 107 (if needed per Department) | 3 | ENGR 122 | 1 |
| ENGR 124 | 1 | ENGL 100 or 112 | 3 |
| GNST 102 | 1 | MATH 151 | 4 |
| KNES 107 | 1 | PHSC 132 | 3 |
| MATH 150 | 4 | PHSC 134 | 1 |
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| BBST 209 or 210 | 3 | BBST 210 or 209 | 3 |
| CSCI 105 | 3 | ENGR 212 | 3 |
| ENGR 313 | 3 | ENGR 314 or 316 | 3 |
| MATH 334 | 4 | ENGR 321 | 5 |
| PHSC 233 | 3 | Foreign Language (see Core Curriculum) | 4 |
| PHSC 237 | 1 | ||
| 17 | 18 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| BBST 260 | 3 | BBST 365 | 3 |
| ENGR 311 | 3 | ENGL 3133 (fulfills ENGL 313 Core Curriculum requirement) | 3 |
| ENGR 360 | 3 | ENGR 322 | 3 |
| MATH 250 | 4 | ENGR 316 or 314 | 3 |
| Communication (see Core Curriculum) | 3 | MATH 320 | 3 |
| KNES Activity (see Core Curriculum) | 1 | PHIL 215 (strongly recommended; fulfills Philosophy Core Curriculum requirement) | 3 |
| Graduation Application due in Registrar's Office | |||
| 17 | 18 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| CHEM 105 | 3 | ENGR 471 | 3 |
| CHEM 115 | 1 | CSCI/ENGR/ROBO Elective | 3 |
| ENGL 230 (Dystopian Literature strongly recommended; fulfills Literature Core Curriculum requirement) | 3 | General Engineering Elective | 3 |
| ENGR 370 | 3 | HIST 200, 201, or POSC 225 | 3 |
| ENGR 470 | 3 | Behavioral Science (see Core Curriculum) | 3 |
| CSCI/ENGR/ROBO Elective | 3 | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Total Credits 133 | |||
NOTE: The course sequence table is designed by the major department and is one way that the classes will work out properly in sequence for your major. However, there are alternative or flexible ways to rotate some of the classes within the same year/level and sometimes between year levels. Please contact your major department advisor to discuss flexible alternatives in scheduling the sequence of your classes.
Taking coursework during the summer session may also be an option to accelerate your degree path.
See Core Curriculum Program section for a list of approved Core Curriculum courses.
Engineering, B.S.
For students who enroll in more than 18 semester credits, please note the additional cost per credit in the catalog's Financial Information section.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| HNRS 101 | 4 | HNRS 105 | 4 |
| HNRS 102 | 4 | HNRS 106 | 4 |
| CHEM 107 | 3 | ENGR 121 | 1 |
| ENGR 124 | 1 | ENGR 122 | 1 |
| GNST 102 | 1 | MATH 151 | 4 |
| KNES 107 | 1 | PHSC 132 | 3 |
| MATH 150 | 4 | PHSC 134 | 1 |
| 18 | 18 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| HNRS 210 | 4 | HNRS 230 | 4 |
| HNRS 215 | 4 | HNRS 231 | 4 |
| ENGR 313 | 3 | CSCI 105 | 3 |
| MATH 334 | 4 | ENGR 321 | 5 |
| PHSC 233 | 3 | KNES Activity (see Core Curriculum) | 1 |
| PHSC 237 | 1 | ||
| 19 | 17 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| HNRS 324 | 4 | HNRS 337 | 4 |
| HNRS 326 | 2 | HNRS 339 | 2 |
| ENGR 311 | 3 | ENGR 314 | 3 |
| ENGR 360 | 3 | ENGR 316 | 3 |
| CSCI/ENGR/ROBO Elective | 3 | ENGR 322 | 3 |
| MATH 250 | 4 | MATH 320 | 3 |
| 19 | 18 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| HNRS 443 | 4 | HNRS 458 | 4 |
| CHEM 105 | 3 | ENGR 212 | 3 |
| CHEM 115 | 1 | ENGR 471 | 3 |
| ENGL 3133 (fulfills ENGL 313 Core Curriculum requirement) | 3 | CSCI/ENGR/ROBO Elective | 3 |
| ENGR 370 | 3 | General Engineering Elective | 3 |
| ENGR 470 | 3 | Foreign Language (see Core Curriculum) | 4 |
| 17 | 20 | ||
| Total Credits 146 | |||
Note: If two years of the same foreign language were not taken in high school, four credits at the college level will be required for graduation.
