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University of Pittsburgh    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
 
  Jan 04, 2026
 
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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ECE 1896 - SENIOR DESIGN PROJECT


Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
This is a rigorous, capstone design course where students apply the analytical and synthesis skills they have developed during undergraduate coursework to the design of a working prototype. Students work in teams to identify and analyze a real problem, design a hardware/software solution, and construct, test and then evaluate the effectiveness of the prototype. The primary goal of this course is to provide students with a culminating, major design experience that incorporates engineering standards and realistic constraints, preparing them for professional engineering practice.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Directed Studies
Grade Component: Letter Grade
Course Requirements: PREQ: ECE 0031 or COE 0031 and (ECE 0257 or COE 0401 or CS 0401); PROG: Undergraduate Swanson School of Engineering
Course Attributes: Capstone Course


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