Rice Center for Engineering Leadership

RCEL Leadership Courses

ENGI 140 - ENGINEERING LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Credits: 1
(Fall/Spring) Wednesday 3:00-5:00 (David Niño)

Students learn the fundamental principles of engineering leadership by investigating questions such as: Who are engineering leaders? How do their thoughts, actions, and decision-making differentiate them from other engineers? What are my strengths and capabilities, and how can I develop them to become an effective engineering leader?

ENGI 218 - ENGINEERING LEADERSHIP LAB I                          Credits: 1
(Fall Only)    Monday 3:00-5:00 (Kazimir Karwowski)

Students develop a variety of leadership skills and abilities by solving weekly engineering challenges in small teams. Students practice various roles as team members and leaders, then receive rapid performance assessments and mentoring from fellow students and staff.

ENGI 219 - ENGINEERING LEADERSHIP LAB II Credits: 1

(Spring Only)   Monday 3:00-5:00 (Kazimir Karwowski)

         Students continue to develop their leadership skills and abilities in weekly challenges.

ENGI 240 - PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE FOR ENGINEERS      Credits: 1
(Summer Only)

ENGI 315 - LEADING TEAMS AND INNOVATION                 Credits: 3
(Fall/Spring)   Tuesday/Thursday 2:30-3:45 (David Niño)

Students are introduced to the principles of engineering leadership, strategies for launching and leading project teams, and methods for utilizing creativity and innovation in engineering environments. Learning methods in the class will include case studies, experiential simulations, group projects, and interactions with industry professionals. The abilities to lead teams and innovate are among the most highly valued skills in contemporary engineering.

Questions? Email Mark Embree (embree@rice.edu)

COMMUNICATIONS

ENGI 600: GRADUATE COMMUNICATIONS SEMINAR Credits: 0
(Fall/Spring) (Jan Hewitt)

You have important research results, but unless you can explain them clearly and persuasively, you won't advance in your field. This interactive seminar is open to engineers actively writing a paper for publication, an extended PhD proposal, a Master's thesis, or a PhD dissertation. The written and oral assignments will help you present your research findings to a wide range of audiences - whether expert, interdisciplinary, international, or general. Topics include content and organization, plagiarism and paraphrase, crafting a persuasive abstract and literature review, effective visuals, and giving feedback to others. Apply directly to <jhewitt@rice.edu>.

Instructor permission required

Elective Courses for Engineering Leadership Certificate

ENGI 120 - INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN Credits: 3
(Fall/Spring)
Tuesday/Thursday 9:25-10:40 (Matthew Wettergreen)
Tuesday/Thursday 10:50-12:15 (Ann Saterbak)

Students learn the engineering design process and use it to solve meaningful problems drawn from the community and around the world. Teams of students evaluate design requirements and construct innovative solutions in the Oshman Engineering Design Kitchen. Juniors mentor first-year undergraduates in design, leadership and commmunications. Only first year students may enroll.

ENGI 128 - INTRODUCTiON TO ENGINEERING SYSTEMS Credits: 3

Students learn the engineering design process and use it to solve meaningful problems drawn from the community and around the world. Teams of students evaluate design requirements and construct innovative solutions in the Oshman Engineering Design Kitchen. Students develop teaming and communication skills. Only first year students may enroll.

BUSI 296 - BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

Provides an introduction to business, focusing on the strategy and practice of effective communications in business situations. The course includes individual communication skills assessment and development as well as team-based oral and written communication instruction. Space is limited. Registration does not guarantee a space in class. The Jones School will conduct a lottery for over-enrolled classes to create the course roster for the semester. The Jones School will communicate the results within a week after the close of the registration period.

COLL 207 - A PRACTITIONER GUIDE TO INNOVATION, ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How do entrepreneurs identify opportunities, marshal resources, and rapidly launch businesses? While some theory will be taught, this course will address these topics through case studies of real entrepreneurs and "lab" work as students launch their own businesses in teams. Special attention will be paid to social entrepreneurship.

Instructor permission required

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