To the optimist, the glass is half full To the pessimist, the glass is half empty To the engineer, the glass is twice as large as it needs to be Primary Engineering Design Framework used in Praxis I and II Praxis I is an introduction to engineering design processes and theory. The course focuses on … Read More

99 little bugs in the code 99 little bugs 1 bug fixed, run it again 100 little bugs in the code Photo by Emile Perron on Unsplash ESC180 is an introductory computer programming course. The course is taught with the assumption that students have no prior experience in programming. Python will be the only programming … Read More

To know more about a summer checklist, textbook info, school supplies info, and much more, check out U of T’s Engineering Guide to First Year. The right school supplies are essential to your university experience. You’ll use them to take notes in lectures and tutorials, complete problem sets and practice questions, perform calculations and engineering … Read More

Once you’ve received and interpreted your timetable, you may be wondering what you’ll actually be doing throughout your day. This page will teach you about lectures (LEC), tutorials (TUT), practicals (PRA), and office hours – plus what to expect for each one.   Note: Not every course will exactly follow these descriptions. For example, some instructors … Read More

Just like in high school, you will have a timetable for each semester of university. In first year, your timetables are made for you. You can access your timetables in early July on ACORN, U of T’s student information service and a hub for everything you need to manage your student life. A timetable provides … Read More

The median and the mode walked into a bar. The bartender asks, “Where’s your other friend?” The median says, “We don’t like him anymore. He’s mean.” What is Mathematics, Statistics, and Finance? The EngSci Mathematics, Statistics, and Finance major (MSF) teaches the theory behind the financial instruments and markets that impact our global economy, giving … Read More

Q: Why is it best to teach physics at the edge of a cliff? A: Because that’s where students have the most potential. What is Engineering Physics? The Engineering Physics major applies cutting-edge research in physics and engineering to innovations in modern technologies. Engineering physicists work across a variety of industries, developing instruments for use … Read More

Engineer: “What is 2 + 2?” Computer: “I don’t know” Engineer: “2 + 2 = 4” Computer: “Okay, 2 + 2 = 4” Enginer: “What is 3 + 3?” Computer: “3 + 3 = 4” What is Machine Intelligence (MI)? Machine Intelligence is the study, development, and application of computer algorithms that can identify patterns … Read More

Don’t anthropomorphize robots. They hate it when you do that. What is Robotics Engineering? Robotics Engineering is the study of robotic systems, combining circuitry, mechanical design, computer algorithms, and control systems to develop advanced mechatronic systems. Robotics Engineering combines several fields, including aerospace engineering, electrical and computer engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, and material science. … Read More

Q: What’s a wind turbine’s favorite color? A: Blew. What is Energy Systems Engineering? The Energy Systems Engineering major prepares students to design systems that satisfy the growing global need for the production and distribution of affordable and sustainable energy. You’ll learn how to tackle urgent issues in energy generation, storage, and transmission, while understanding … Read More