E1204-3-12497, Spring 2021, Thursday, 7:00 pm-9:00 pm, Qureshi

ENGINEERING Center of Excellence

https://www.hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/science-technology-engineering--math/engineering/

ENGR 1204-3: ENGR Design Graphics | Lecture/Lab | CRN 12497

Fall 2020 | 16 Weeks (01.19.2021-05.16.2021)
Flex Campus | Alief Hayes A410 and HCC Online | Thu 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
2 Credit Hours | 48 hours per semester | Lecture 2 hours, Lab 1 hour

Instructor Contact Information

Instructor: Abdul Qureshi Office Phone: (713) 718 6949
Office: A416 Office Hours: By appointment in CANVAS
HCC Email: abdul.qureshi2@hccs.edu Office Location: Alief-Hayes Campus

Please feel free to contact me concerning any problems that you are experiencing in this
course. Your performance in my class is very important to me. I am available to hear the
concerns and just to discuss course topics.

Instructor’s Preferred Method of Contact

The preferred method of contact is via CANVAS. Another option is to use my HCC
email with your name, course number, course CRN included in the Subject Line. I
will respond to emails within 24 hours Monday through Friday; I will reply to weekend
messages on Monday mornings.

What’s Exciting About This Course

This course is part of a sequence of Engineering courses needed for the Associate of Science
in Engineering Science [ASES] degree. It is designed as an introduction to computer-aided
design/drafting.

My Personal Welcome

Welcome to ENGR Design Graphics —I’m delighted that you have chosen this course! One of
my passions is to share as much as I can with my students and set you up for success. I will
present the information in the most exciting way I know, so that you can grasp the concepts
and apply them now and hopefully throughout your life.

As you read and wrestle with new ideas and facts that may challenge you, I am available to
support you. The fastest way to reach me is by my HCC email. The best way to really
discuss issues is in person and I’m available during posted office hours to tackle the

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questions. My goal is for you to walk out of the course with a solid grasp of computer-aided
design/drafting.. So please visit me or contact me by email whenever you have a question.

Prerequisites and/or Co-Requisites

ENGR 1204 requires completion of MATH 1314 [College Algebra] with a grade of C or higher,
or acceptable placement scores or completion in or enrollment in Pre-Calculus or higher.

Canvas Learning Management System

This section of ENGR 1204 will use Canvas (https://eagleonline.hccs.edu) to supplement in-
class assignments, exams, and activities. A portion of this class is conducted online in the
Canvas Learning System. For Spring 2021, this course will be conducted online, Flex
Campus [FC] using CANVAS. Certain assignments will be conducted only in Canvas.
Students must have an email that they check regularly that is linked to the college email
system. Students are also responsible for checking CANVAS on a regular basis for updates,
new assignments, changes, etc. The professor will not send both an email and post in
CANVAS. All assessments will have a grade posted in CANVAS even if you did not submit
anything to CANVAS.

HCCS Open Lab locations may be used to access the Internet and Canvas. The libraries also
have computers available for student use and you can check Chromebooks out from the
library with your Student ID. https://library.hccs.edu/chromebooks USE FIREFOX OR
CHROME AS THE INTERNET BROWSER. To start Spring 2021 THERE ARE NO OPEN
LABS OR LIBRARIES AVAILABLE in person and it is unknow whether these facilities
will become available in person at any time during the semester.

ENGINEERING Department Online Information and Policies

All Engineering courses utilize CANVAS and utilize proctored exams which require a webcam.
This will require students to install a copy of the Respondus software known as Lockdown
Browser on their personal computers. Lockdown Browser is not available for download on
Chromebooks or other non-Windows/Mac devices - the specialized software used and
nature of ENGR courses is incompatible with using iPad or other tablet devices or your cell
phone.

Active participation in the classroom will be consistent with HCC policy

[https://www.hccs.edu/online/student-support/] and additional requirements may be defined
at the discretion of your professor.

Some HCC ENGR courses require you to purchase or download programs in order to complete
your assignments. A large percentage of engineering applications used in industry and in
your engineering, education require the Windows operating system. These applications will
not run natively on macOS. In addition, some programs are not available in a Mac version.

All HCC ENGR course software is Windows-based. The classes are taught using Windows-
based versions of the program. No support is provided to students using Mac versions or to
students running Windows and macOS in parallel.

For online classes, all students are required to complete an online orientation. This FC
section does not require an online orientation.

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HCC Online Information and Policies

Here is the link to information about HCC Online classes including the required Online
Orientation for all fully online classes: http://www.hccs.edu/online/

Scoring Rubrics, Sample Assignments, etc.

Look in Canvas for the scoring rubrics for assignments, samples of class assignments, and
other information to assist you in the course. https://eagleonline.hccs.edu/login/ldap

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Instructional Materials

Textbook Information
We have 2 textbooks:

2D part:
1. AutoCAD and Its Applications Basics 2020, 27th Edition. ISBN: 978-1-63563-864-6.
This is available from both VitalSource and while supplies last from the publisher Goodheart-
Wilcox. Cost new from G-W is $93.28.

3D part
2. “Autodesk Fusion 360: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users (2nd Edition)"
by Sandeep Dogra, John Willis (Authors), ISBN-13: 978- 1096938644 for the 3D portion.
Available from CADArtifex.com. $45 - $84.68 on Amazon.

Tutoring
HCC provides free, confidential, and convenient academic support , including writing critiques,
to HCC students in an online environment and on campus. Tutoring is provided by HCC
personnel in order to ensure that it is contextual and appropriate. Visit the HCC Tutoring
Services website for services provided.

Libraries
The HCC Library System consists of 9 libraries and 6 Electronic Resource Centers (ERCs) that
are inviting places to study and collaborate on projects. Librarians are available both at the
libraries and online to show you how to locate and use the resources you need. The libraries
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maintain a large selection of electronic resources as well as collections of books, magazines,

newspapers, and audiovisual materials. The portal to all libraries’ resources and services is
the HCCS library web page at http://library.hccs.edu.

Supplementary Instruction
ENGR 1204 does not use Supplementary Instruction at this time. Supplemental Instruction is
an academic enrichment and support program that uses peer-assisted study sessions to
improve student retention and success in courses. Peer Support is provided by students who
have already succeeded in completion of the specified course, and who earned a grade of A
or B. Find details at: http://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/supplemental-
instruction/

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Course Overview

ENGR 1204 is intended for those students who are entering the engineering or physical
science disciplines. Basic AutoCAD commands will be introduced and emphasized throughout
this course. Development of technical drawing skills include freehand sketching, text,
orthographic projection, dimensioning, sectional views, and other viewing conventions.

Program Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs) relevant to ENGR

1204
PSLO2: The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering.
PSLO3: The ability to function on multi-disciplinary team.

Student Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of ENGR 1204, the student will be able to:
1. Discuss the basic steps in the design process.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in freehand sketching.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in geometric modeling and computer aided drafting and design
(CADD).
4. Communicate design solutions through sketching and computer graphics software using
standard graphical representation methods.
5. Solve problems using graphical geometry, projection theory, visualization methods,
pictorial sketching, and geometric (solid) modeling techniques.
6. Demonstrate proper documentation and data reporting practices.
7. Complete a project involving creation of 3D rapid prototype models.
8. Function as part of a design team as a team leader and as a team member.

Course Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs)

1. Demonstrate an understanding of a CAD working environment setup.
2. Create technical drawings using basic CAD commands and options.
3. Demonstrate proper use of CAD drawing management tools.
4. Use AutoCAD’s precision drawing tools and methods to construct accurate 2D and 3D
drawings.
5. Create and manage drawing layers, and control object colors and line types
6. Create, edit and modify text styles and text objects in AutoCAD.
7. Control the drawing display and utilize named drawing views.
8. Construct and edit polylines, multi-lines and splines.
9. Creating shapes and symbols
10.Special editing operations that increase productivity
11.Drawing geometric shapes and constructions.

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Student Success
Expect to spend at least twice as many hours per week outside of class as you do in class
studying the course content. For this Spring 2021 16-week online session, this equates to 9
hours per week. Additional time will be required for written assignments. The assignments
provided will help you use your study hours wisely. Successful completion of this course
requires a combination of the following:
• Reading the textbook
• Attending class in person and/or online
• Completing assignments
• Participating in class activities
There is no short cut for success in this course; it requires reading (and probably re-reading)
and studying the material using the course objectives as a guide.

As an instructor, I want my students to be successful. I feel that it is my responsibility to

provide you with knowledge concerning the field of engineering, modeling good teaching and
learning strategies, and organizing and monitoring the design project that allows you to
connect the information that you learn in this course to the real world of engineering.

As a student wanting to learn about the field of engineering, it is your responsibility to read
the textbook, submit assignments on the due dates, study for the exams, participate in
classroom activities, attend class, and enjoy yourself while experiencing the real world of a
college education. The skills learned in this class are important keys to success. The keys to
success are EFFORT, APPROACH and ATTITUDE.

As I believe that engaging the students in the learning is essential for teaching to be effective,
you will spend the majority of class time involved in collaborative activities. You will be
involved in discussions with your classmates and your instructor. As you will want to
contribute to these discussions, you will need to come to class prepared to discuss, analyze
and evaluate information from your text and other assigned readings.

Instructor and Student Responsibilities

As your Instructor, it is my responsibility to:
• Provide the grading scale and detailed grading formula explaining how student grades
are to be derived
• Facilitate an effective learning environment through learner-centered instructional
techniques
• Provide a description of any special projects or assignments
• Inform students of policies such as attendance, withdrawal, tardiness, and making up
assignments
• Provide the course outline and class calendar that will include a description of any
special projects or assignments
• Arrange to meet with individual students before and after class as required

As a student, it is your responsibility to:

• Attend class in person and/or online
• Participate actively by reviewing course material, interacting with classmates, and
responding promptly in your communication with me
• Read and comprehend the textbook

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• Complete the required assignments and exams

• Ask for help when there is a question or problem
• Keep copies of all paperwork, including this syllabus, handouts, and all assignments
• Complete all assignments-including the final exam.
• Be aware of and comply with academic honesty policies in the HCCS Student Handbook

In the world of engineering (or almost any professional field), it is

imperative that you submit reports, plans or required paperwork
on time, thus I require you to submit your written work on the
due dates.
Late written work will not be accepted.
Late Homework assignment may be accepted with 20 points
penalty. Late homework must not be late more than two (2)
weeks from the due date. No assignments will be accepted on the
exam date.

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Assignments, Exams, and Activities

Written Assignment

Written assignments are designed to measure the students’ ability to meet Program Student Learning
Objectives PSLO#4, “The ability to communicate effectively”.

Exams
Exams are designed to measure how well the students meet the Course Student Learning Objectives
and are a mixture of multiple choice, true/false, short answer, matching, essay, demonstration,
application problems and programs, sketches/drawings, model generation, diagrams/schematics, data
acquisition and analysis, etc. Some instructors may require a Scantron and HCC does not provide
students with Scantron f orms. They are sold in campus bookstores.

In-Class and Out-of-Class Activities

Activities are designed to meet all the Course Student Learning Objectives and are a mixture of
individual and team activities in order to meet PSLO#3, “The ability to f unction on multi-disciplinary
team”.

Final Exam
All students will be required to take a comprehensive written f inal exam. Students must provide their
own Scantron f orms (FORM NUMBER 882-E-LOVAS) if the instructor gives a f inal exam requiring a
Scantron.

Students who are absent f rom the f inal exam without discussing their absence with the instructor in
advance will receive a f inal exam grade of zero and a course grade of F.

Final Exams must be taken in accordance with the Schedule posted at the f ollowing link:
https://www.hccs.edu/student-experience/events-calendar/

Project
The project is designed to measure the student’s ability to apply the principals of this course and to
communicate effectively in all three modalities – verbal, oral and visual. Further details are in CANVAS.

Labs
Labs are designed to practically support the theoretical principles presented in each course. Labs
collect and analyze data including error analysis. Labs also include solving problems by hand and
using sof tware f or modeling, analysis and simulation. Additionally, labs measure PSLO#3 and PLSO#4.

Attendance

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Attendance is directly correlated with student success. Attendance is required f or all students in this
course and each undocumented absence is penalized proportionally. Students who are present f or all
classes will receive the f ull credit f or this assignment.

Grading Formula
The professor will conduct quizzes, exams, and assessments that you can use to determine
how successful you are at achieving the course learning outcomes (mastery of course content
and skills) outlined in the syllabus. If you find you are not mastering the material and skills,
you are encouraged to reflect on how you study and prepare for each class. I welco me a
dialogue on what you discover and may be able to assist you in finding resources on campus
that will improve your performance.

Grading Percentages: Average of grades 2 written exams [including drawings] to be given

during the course (40%)
Attendance (5%)
Homework - Homework exercises from textbook or handed out by instructor (20%)
Project (15%)
Final Exam (20%)

The “Total” column of the gradebook available in CANVAS may not represent an accurate
calculation of your final grade in the course as the Total is calculated based only on the
work that has been completed, always refer to the grading formula in the syllabus for
maximum accuracy (see above).

None of these are optional, i.e.,you must take the final exam, the written exams, comp lete
the project/Labs, etc. to pass this course.

The course grade is then obtained from the overall score:

Final Score 90 - 100 80 – 89 70 – 79 60 – 69 < 60
Letter Grade A B C D F

PROJECT GRADING SCHEME: Groups will be assigned for projects. Each member of the
group is responsible to get the project completed in time. Continuous progress will be
recorded. If a member is absent for the final presentation, then that member’s grade for the
final presentation will be zero.

Incomplete Policy:
See the student handbook on the policy for an Incomplete Grade. In all cases, the instructor
reserves the right to decline a student’s request to receive a grade of Incomplete.

HCC Grading Scale can be found on this site under Academic Information:
http://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/student-handbook/
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Course Calendar

NOTE: Please be mindful that dates and schedules are subject to change. We cover Chapters
1 through 15, Dimensioning from CH16 and CH17, and Blocks from CH24 for the 2D part of
the course using AutoCAD and its Applications Basic, 27th. Edition book. For the 3D part of
the course we cover Chapters 1 through 14 using AutoCAD Fusion 360 book.

Week DAY DATE Reading Topics/Assignments

#
1 Thu Jan 21 Chapters 1 & 2 Introduction to Engineering Graphics
Introduction
Module 1
Freehand
Freehand Sketching – Isometric Drawing
Sketching
(Module 2) Notes
2 Thu Jan 28 Chapter 2, 3 Introduction to Drawings
(Module 3) Creating Drawings
Chapter 4 Creating Drawings
(Module 4) HW#1 Due
3 Thu Feb 4
Team Project Project Introduction.
Description
Engineering Design Process
Chapter 11, 12 Modif ying Drawings
(Module 5)
4 Thu Feb 11 Chapter 13, 14
Modif ying Drawings
(Module 5)
Chapter 22 Parametric Drawings/Drafting
(Module 6) HW #2 Due
5 Thu Feb 18 Chapter 5 & 6 Using Layers
(Module 7) Basic Plotting
Chapter 16
Chapter 24 Basic Dimensioning
(Module 8) Standard Blocks
Project Proposal Submit Progress #1
due
6 Thu Feb 25 Chapter 9
Text Styles and Multiline Text
Chapter 10
Single-Line Text and Additional Text Tools
(Module 9)
Measurements, Listing Drawing Data, Reviewing
Chapter 15 the Drawing Status, Checking the time, and Using
Quick Calc.
HW #3 Due
7 Thu Mar 4 Exam 1 Review
EXAM 1 Exam 1 (Class Time), ( 2D - Basics)

8 Thu Mar 11 Chapter 8

Orthographic, Multiview drawings
(Module 10)
In-Class Drawing In-Class Drawing 1 (2D – Basics)
#1
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Thu Mar 18
SPRING BREAK NO class

9 Thu Mar 25 CH 1 Introduction to Fusion 360

(Module 11) Workspace and Navigation
CH 2 Drawing Sketches
(Module 12) HW #4 Due
10 Thu Apr 1 CH 3
Editing and Modif ying Sketches
(Module 13)
CH 4
Editing and Modif ying Sketches
(Module 13)
11 Thu Apr 8 CH 5 Modeling f rom Sketches
(Module 14) Submit Progress #2
Modeling f rom Sketches
CH 7
HW #5 Due
(Module 14)
Thu Apr 15
12 CH 8, 9 Advanced Modeling
(Module 15, 16) Sweep, Loft, Patterning and Mirroring
13 Thu Apr 22 Editing and Modif ying 3D Models
CH 10, 11 Working with Assemblies
(Module 17, 18) Submit Progress #3, Complete Slides and
Report for DRY Run
Project Dry Run
Project Dry Run
HW #5 Due
14 Thu Apr 29 CH 10, 11 Editing and Modif ying 3D Models
(Module 17, 18) Working with Assemblies
EXAM 2 Exam 2 (Class Time), (3D - Fusion 360)
15 Thu May 6 CH 14
Creating Drawings
(Module 19)
Team Project
Team Project Presentation
Presentation
16 Thu May 13
FINAL EXAM FINAL EXAM Comprehensive (2 Hour)

Important Dates:
January 18th, MLK Day. Campus Closed. NO CLASSES.
January 19th, First Day of Classes.
February 1st , Of f icial Date of Record.
February 10th, Last Day f or 25% ref und.
February 22nd, Presidents Day. Campus Closed. NO CLASSES.
March 15th – 21st : SPRING BREAK. CAMPUS CLOSED. NO CLASSES THESE DAYS.
April 2nd – 4th: SPRING HOLIDAY. CAMPUS CLOSED. NO CLASSES THESE DAYS.
April 5th: Registration begins f or Summer 2021.
April 6th: Last day to withdraw, 16-week sessions [this class].
April 26th: Priority registration begins f or Fall 2021.
May 3rd to May 8th: Last Day of Instruction. No work accepted af ter this due date unless noted in the syllabus.
This date varies f or each class you are in. Your instructor will give you the exact date.
May 10th – 16th: FINAL EXAMS.

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Syllabus Modifications
The instructor reserves the right to modify the syllabus at any time during the semester and
will promptly notify students in writing, typically by e-mail or an announcement in CANVAS,
of any such changes.

Instructor’s Practices and Procedures

Exams and Quizzes done in class. Generally, there is no make-up exam unless reasonable
reason not to take or missing exams and quizzes for example Car broke down, due to traffic
etc is not a reasonable excuse. The retake exam and quiz can be given in certain cases with
20 points penalty.

Classwork done in class (No makeup). If you are not present in the class, then no grade for
classwork)

Projects Grading Scheme

Groups will be assigned for projects. Each member of the group responsible to get project
completed in time. Continuous progress will be recorded.

If any member is absent on the final presentation, then his grade for the final presentation
will be zero.

Notify me immediately if you are faced with circumstances that

might prevent timely submission and I will work with you
if/when they occur.

Academic Integrity
A student who is academically dishonest is, by definition, not showing that the coursework
has been learned, and that student is claiming an advantage not available to other students.
The instructor is responsible for measuring each student's individual achievements and also
for ensuring that all students compete on a level playing field. Thus, in our system, the
instructor has teaching, grading, and enforcement roles. You are expected to be familiar with
the University's Policy on Academic Honesty, found in the catalog. What that means is: If you
are charged with an offense, pleading ignorance of the rules will not help you. Students are
responsible for conducting themselves with honor and integrity in fulfilling course
requirements. Penalties and/or disciplinary proceedings may be initiated by College System
officials against a student accused of scholastic dishonesty. “Scholastic dishonesty”: includes,
but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.

Cheating on a test includes:

• Copying from another students’ test paper;

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• Using materials not authorized by the person giving the test;

• Collaborating with another student during a test without authorization;
• Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, transporting, or soliciting in whole or part the
contents of a test that has not been administered;
• Bribing another person to obtain a test that is to be administered.

Plagiarism means the appropriation of another’s work and the unacknowledged incorporation
of that work in one’s own written work offered for credit.

Collusion mean the unauthorized collaboration with another person in preparing written work
offered for credit. Possible punishments for academic dishonesty may include a grade of 0 or
F in the particular assignment, failure in the course, and/or recommendation for probation or
dismissal from the College System. (See the Student Handbook)

In simplified terms, cheating is: (1) taking unchanged passages (or slightly edited) from
another person's wok and editing and portraying them as one's own; (2) submitting a paper
that includes paraphrases of another person's writing without giving credit; (3) having
someone else write your paper for you; (4) copying or using another person's work during in-
class writing or testing; and (5) the unauthorized use of electronic devices during in-class
writing or testing.

Keep in mind also that whether you are cheating or not, not following testing or writing rules
properly, such as communicating with your neighbor or using a cell phone during a test will
be construed as cheating. This is not an exhaustive list of the forms of scholastic dishonesty.
If you are in doubt, consult your instructor.

Penalties for Scholastic Dishonesty range from a zero (0) on the assignment to failure of the
course to suspension and/or expulsion from HCC.

Academic dishonesty is not acceptable and will incur serious consequences. A student caught
cheating on a regular homework or classwork assignment could be given a grade of -100%
for that item in the grade book. Students caught cheating will not be eligibl e for any extra
credit opportunities or exam curves that may be instituted for the remainder of the semester.
Students caught cheating may be required to do ALL of their work on HCC computers. If a
student is caught cheating on any assignment or assessment, a grade of F may be
issued for the entire course grade. What constitutes cheating is determined by the
instructor, not the student.

Scholastic Dishonesty will result in a referral to the Dean of Student Services. See the link
below for details.
Here’s the link to the HCC information about academic integrity (Scholastic Dishonesty and
Violation of Academic Scholastic Dishonesty and Grievance):
http://www.hccs.edu/about-hcc/procedures/student-rights-policies--procedures/student-
procedures/

Attendance Procedures
FC
The course modality of this class is flexCampus.
Faculty will hold class as per the assigned schedule, and students will be assigned
to attend in person or online each class period utilizing Canvas Eagle Online.
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On the days when you are not assigned to be in person, it is expected that you will attend
virtually (online).
Attendance will be taken each class period.

Class Attendance - It is important that you come to class! Attending class regularly is the best
way to succeed in this class. Research has shown that the single most important factor in
student success is attendance. Simply put, going to class greatly increases your ability to
succeed. You are expected to attend all lecture and labs regularly. You are expected to
participate in outside class activities. You are responsible for materials covered during your
absences. Class attendance is checked daily. Although it is your responsibility to drop a
course for nonattendance, the instructor has the authority to drop you for excessive absences.

If you are not attending class, you are not learning the information. As the information that is
discussed in class is important for your career, students may be dropped from a course after
accumulating absences in excess of 12.5% hours of instruction. The 12.5 % hours of class
time would include any total classes missed or for excessive tardiness or leaving class early.
If you are more than 15 minutes late to class, the instructor reserves the right to mark you
absent for the entire class period.

Attendance sign-in for in-person and online classes. Students are responsible for signing in at the
beginning of each class period. Your instructor may have additional attendance procedures.

As stated in the HCC Catalog, all students are expected to attend classes regularly. Students in
online courses must log into their class or they will be counted as absent. Just like an on-
campus class, your regular participation is required.

Although it is the responsibility of the student to withdraw officially from a course, the professor
also has the authority to block a student from accessing CANVAS, and/or to withdraw a student
for excessive absences or failure to participate regularly. Online students who do not log into
their CANVAS class before the Official day of Record [February 1, 2021] will be automatically
dropped for non-attendance. Completing the online orientation does not count as attendance.

STUDENTS WHO MISS MORE THAN 6 HOURS CUMULATIVE

SHOULD EXPECT TO RECEIVE A COURSE GRADE OF “F.” TARDIES
COUNT TOWARDS THE TOTAL ABSENCES.

This reflects the 12.5% attendance policy addressed in the student handbook for this 2-credit,
48-hour course.

If some unavoidable situation arises which causes you to miss class, then please keep me
advised. Please be on time for class. Leaving class during the lecture is inconsiderate to
others and will not be tolerated. Class starts promptly.

You may decide NOT to come to class for whatever reason. As an adult making the decision
not to attend, you do not have to notify the instructor prior to missing a class. However, if
this happens too many times, you may suddenly find that you have “lost” the class.

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Poor attendance records tend to correlate with poor grades. If you miss any class, including
the first week, you are responsible for all material missed. It is a good idea to find a friend or
a buddy in class who would be willing to share class notes or discussion or be able to hand in
paper if you unavoidably miss a class.

Class attendance equals class success. Certain assignments will be done ONLY in class
and cannot be made up.

If you feel that you cannot complete this course, you will need to withdraw from the course
prior to the final date of withdrawal. Before, you withdraw from your course; please take the
time to meet with the instructor to discuss why you feel it is necessary to do so. The
instructor may be able to provide you with suggestions that would enable you to complete
the course. Your success is very important. Beginning in fall 2007, the Texas Legislature
passed a law limiting first time entering freshmen to no more than SIX total course
withdrawals throughout their educational career in obtaining a certificate and/or degree.

To help students avoid having to drop/withdraw from any class, HCC has instituted an Early
Alert process by which your professor may “alert” you and HCC counselors that you might fail
a class because of excessive absences and/or poor academic performance. It is your
responsibility to visit with your professor or a counselor to learn about what, if any, HCC
interventions might be available to assist you – online tutoring, child care, financial aid, job
placement, etc. – to stay in class and improve your academic performance.

If you plan on withdrawing from your class, you MUST contact a HCC counselor or your
professor prior to withdrawing (dropping) the class for approval and this must be done
PRIOR to the withdrawal deadline to receive a “W” on your transcript. **Final withdrawal
deadlines vary each semester and/or depending on class length**, please visit the online
registration calendars, https://www.hccs.edu/student-experience/events-calendar/HCC schedule of
classes and catalog, any HCC Registration Office, or any HCC counselor to determine class
withdrawal deadlines.

Remember to allow a 24-hour response time when communicating via email and/or
telephone with a professor and/or counselor. Do not submit a request to discuss
withdrawal options less than a day before the deadline. If you do not withdraw before
the deadline, you will receive the grade that you are making in the class as your final grade.
The professor CANNOT withdraw you after the deadline.

Student Conduct
As your instructor and as a student in this class, it is our shared responsibility to develop and
maintain a positive learning environment for everyone. Your instructor takes this
responsibility very seriously and will inform members of the class if their behavior makes it
difficult for him/her to carry out this task. As a fellow learner, you are asked to respect the
learning needs of your classmates and assist your instructor achieve this critical goal.

As your instructor and as a student in this class, it is our shared responsibility to develop and
maintain a positive learning environment for everyone. Your instructor takes this
responsibility very seriously and will inform members of the class if their behavior makes it
difficult for him/her to carry out this task. As a fellow learner, you are asked to respect the
learning needs of your classmates and assist your instructor achieve this critical goal.

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Attendance is strongly recommended. It is the rare student who can learn material on their
own and do well in a class they do not attend. For the benefit of your fellow classmates and
me, please refrain from regularly arriving late to class or leaving early. In addition, please do
not disturb the class with pagers, phones, or conversation with your fellow students during
class. Needless to say, this is extremely distracting and rude to others and the instructor.

In addition, it is common courtesy if you need to leave a “meeting” early, you notify the
“manager” who is conducting the meeting and you sit close to the exit door. You also will be
expected to go to the restroom, get a drink, return phone messages, etc. before you enter
the “meeting”, so please begin practicing these behaviors now before you enter the “real life
classroom”, ie. the workplace.

Regularly violating these common courtesy rules will detract from your final grade in the class.

Virtual Classroom Conduct

As with on-campus classes, all students in HCC Online courses are required to follow all HCC
Policies & Procedures, the Student Code of Conduct, the Student Handbook, and relevant
sections of the Texas Education Code when interacting and communicating in a virtual
classroom with your professor and fellow students. Students who violate the policies and
guidelines will be subject to disciplinary action that could include denial of access to course-
related email, discussion groups, and chat room or even removal from the class.
https://www.hccs.edu/about-hcc/procedures/student-rights-policies--procedures/student-procedures/

Last Day for Administrative and Student Withdrawals

This date is stated in the Schedule of Classes. After the withdrawal date, no “W” can be
given, and you must receive a regular grade (A-F) in the course. I urge any student who is
contemplating withdrawing from the class to see me first. You may be doing better than you
think. Either way, I want to be accessible and supportive. I do not believe in "weed out"
classes, and I consider you to be much more than just a name or number. If you need
assistance, do not hesitate to contact me (my e-mail address is listed above). I am here to
help.
**Final withdrawal deadlines vary each semester and/or depending on class length**, please
visit the online registration calendars, HCC schedule of classes and catalog, any HCC
Registration Office, or any HCC counselor to determine class withdrawal deadlines. See this
link: https://www.hccs.edu/student-experience/events-calendar/

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LAST DAY OF INSTRUCTION IS May 8th,

2021. No work may be submitted after this date.
FINAL EXAM:
Final exam will be given Thursday, May 10th, 2021 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.

EXTRA CREDIT:
Extra credit may be assigned.

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Additional Materials:
You need something to keep your papers, notes, study papers, etc. organized. Any method is
fine, just be able to get at the materials quickly.

Calculator: Any type of calculator allowable on the Fundamentals of Engineering exam may
be used in class.

• Casio: All fx-115 and fx-991 models (Any Casio calculator must have “fx-115” or “fx-
991” in its model name.)
• Hewlett Packard: The HP 33s and HP 35s models, but no others
• Texas Instruments: All TI-30X and TI-36X models (Any Texas Instruments calculator
must have “TI-30X” or “TI-36X” in its model name.)

Cell phones may NOT be used as calculators. Programmable calculators may only be used
with prior approval of the instructor and the memory must be cleared prior to use on any in -
class activity.

Supplemental Materials: Will be provided by the professor at each class period.

Electronic Devices
Use of recording devices, including camera phones and tape recorders, is prohibited in
classrooms, laboratories, faculty offices, and other locations where instruction, tutoring, or
testing occurs. Students with disabilities who need to use a recording device as a reasonable
accommodation should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities for information
regarding reasonable accommodations.

Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices: Please turn phones off or put them on vibrate
mode. Listening devices, i.e., ipods, MP3's, etc. are to be stored away during class time. Text
messaging is not allowed during class as it can be distracting to other students. Abusers will
be asked to leave class and marked absent. Absences will effectively lower your course
grade.

ENGR Program Information

• HCC has a chapter of the Society of Hispanic Engineers [SHPE]. Contact Chapter
Advisor June Keller at 713-718-8866 or june.keller@hccs.edu.
• ENGR Scholarships. The HCC Foundation has the Dr. Zachary Hodges ENGR
Scholarship. See https://www.hccsfoundation.org/page.aspx?pid=767 for more
information and to apply.
• Community of Scholars. See the following link for information on HCC ENGR
Community of Scholars opportunities.
https://hccs.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3xCcVpMN6Mx05UN
• ENGR Dept Learning Web - https://learning.hccs.edu/programs/engineering

HCC Policies
Here’s the link to the HCC Student Handbook http://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-
students/student-handbook/ In it you will find information about the following:
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• Academic Information
• Academic Support
• Attendance, Repeating Courses, and Withdrawal
• Career Planning and Job Search
• Childcare
• Disability Support Services
• Electronic Devices
• Equal Educational Opportunity
• Financial Aid TV (FATV)
• General Student Complaints
• Grade of FX
• Incomplete Grades
• International Student Services
• Health Awareness
• Libraries/Bookstore
• Police Services & Campus Safety
• Student Life at HCC
• Student Rights and Responsibilities
• Student Services
• Testing
• Transfer Planning
• Veteran Services

EGLS3
The EGLS 3 (Evaluation for Greater Learning Student Survey System) will be available for
most courses near the end of the term until finals start. This brief survey will give invaluable
information to your faculty about their teaching. Results are anonymous and will be available
to faculty and division chairs after the end of the term. EGLS 3 surveys are only available for
the Fall and Spring semesters. EGLS3 surveys are not offered during the Summer semester
due to logistical constraints.
http://www.hccs.edu/resources-for/current-students/egls3-evaluate-your-professors/

Campus Carry Link

Here’s the link to the HCC information about Campus Carry:
http://www.hccs.edu/departments/police/campus-carry/

HCC Email Policy

When communicating via email, HCC requires students to communicate only through the HCC
email system to protect your privacy. If you have not activated your HCC student email
account, you can go to HCC Eagle ID and activate it now. You may also use Canvas Inbox to
communicate.

Housing and Food Assistance for Students

Any student who faces challenges securing their foods or housing and believes this may
affect their performance in the course is urged to contact the Dean of Students at their
college for support. Furthermore, please notify the professor if you are comfortable in doing
so.

This will enable HCC to provide any resources that HCC may possess.
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Office of Institutional Equity

Use the link below to access the HCC Office of Institutional Equity, Inclusion, and
Engagement (http://www.hccs.edu/departments/institutional-equity/)

Disability Services
HCC strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you anticipate or
experience academic barriers based on your disability (including long and short term
conditions, mental health, chronic or temporary medical conditions), please meet with a
campus Abilities Counselor as soon as possible in order to establish reasonable
accommodations. Reasonable accommodations are established through an interactive
process between you, your instructor(s) and Ability Services. It is the policy and practice of
HCC to create inclusive and accessible learning environments consist ent with federal and
state law. For more information, please go to http://www.hccs.edu/support-
services/disability-services/

Title IX
Houston Community College is committed to cultivating an environment free from
inappropriate conduct of a sexual or gender-based nature including sex discrimination, sexual
assault, sexual harassment, and sexual violence. Sex discrimination includes all forms of
sexual and gender-based misconduct and violates an individual’s fundamental rights and
personal dignity. Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex-including pregnancy and
parental status in educational programs and activities. If you require an accommodation due
to pregnancy please contact an Abilities Services Counselor. The Director of EEO/Compliance
is designated as the Title IX Coordinator and Section 504 Coordinator. All inquiries
concerning HCC policies, compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations (such as
Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504), and complaints may be directed to:

David Cross
Director EEO/Compliance
Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity
3100 Main
(713) 718-8271
Houston, TX 77266-7517 or Institutional.Equity@hccs.edu
http://www.hccs.edu/departments/institutional-equity/title-ix-know-your-rights/

Office of the Dean of Students

Contact the office of the Dean of Students to seek assistance in determining the correct
complaint procedure to follow or to identify the appropriate academic dean or supervisor for
informal resolution of complaints.

https://www.hccs.edu/about-hcc/procedures/student-rights-policies--procedures/student-
complaints/speak-with-the-dean-of-students/

Department Contact Information

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Dean – John Vasselli – john.vasselli@hccs.edu – 713-718-5690 – Alief Room A407.

Administrative Assistant – Mary Beth Hurd – mary.hurd@hccs.edu – 713-718-5690 – Alief
Room A407.
Program Coordinator – June Keller – june.keller@hccs.edu – 713-718-8866 – Alief Room A415
Advisor – Dr. Sherin Isaac – sherin.isaac@hccs.edu –713-718-5706. Email first and include
your full name and student ID number. Dr. Isaac also provides information about the HCC -
TAMU Chevron Engineering Academy.
Community of Scholars Opportunities – Jeffrey Stear – jeffrey.stear@hccs.edu – 713-718-
5784
Program Director STEM Initiatives, Externships, HCC-UH Engineering Academy – Susan
Thompson – susan.thompson@hccs.edu – 713-718-5451

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