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ENGG 260 - Innovation and Entrepreneurship with Engineers

Course Career Undergraduate
Units 3.5
Approved Hours 2-0-3
Fee index 8
Faculty Engineering
Department Engineering
Typically Offered either term or Spring/Summer

Description
Introduction to theories of innovation, creative problem-solving, market research, business planning, and product development, with an emphasis on products requiring engineering design, with team-based project to develop a product concept and business plan. Course is offered in an alternative format: 2 weeks with morning lectures and daily afternoon labs, team project. This course is open to students regardless of home Faculty in order that the teams will be comprised of students with various backgrounds and interest. Prerequisites: ENGG 160 or instructor’s consent.