Engineering And Computer Science

Hello World,

I’m liking my digital forensics class more and more each week. Over the last few weeks, we’ve been working on a fictitious case where we had to play the role of a forensic analyst. We had to use special forensic tools on a disc, wipe a flash drive(meaning erase all traces of data on it), and even search the image(copy of fictitious characters flash drive) for evidence.

Long story short, I was able to complete the lab by finding and recovering files the suspect had already deleted and thought wouldn’t be recoverable. I have to admit it feels kinda cool, and makes me feel like I can join one of the CSI teams on TV. I feel like I can now start my own digital forensics company, which technically I did in my report, but the class is very fun and teaches very practical skills. Of course, it may not be for everyone especially since a lot of the work is done from the command line, which basically means there are no graphical buttons to press to perform actions. All things considered, I still love the class! So TTFN, my friends!

Chauncey Gilbert
4th Year
Computer Science

Hello everyone,

In today’s entry I would like to explain to you the University’s unique program which allows you to finish both, Undergraduate and Graguate, degree’s in 5 years.  The program is designed for students who have done well at the University.  You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.25 and above to be eligible.  The time to apply is after your Junior year, after receiving your Senior standing (95 credits & above). 

The program is set up to allow you to receive Graduate credit hours while being charged Undergraduate tuition.  You will have the opportunity to take on courses over your Senior year which will count toward both your degrees.  For example, if you wanted to take Digital Image Processing, you would receive (3) credit hours for both, Undergraduate and Graduate, degree’s.

Hope you enjoyed reading about this special opportunity available at our University and that you take advantage of it.  Talk to you soon!

Sergei Gage

Senior

Electrical Engineering

Hey all,

So here I sit, unsure of what to write about. I could give you a co-op update: I’m almost done, and it’s crazy trying to get things wrapped up. The weather’s been really nice, which I find really exciting because I get to spend so much extra time outside (I love being outside). Thanksgiving is coming up, and I can’t wait to spend time with my family. Furthermore, Christmas is just around the corner, and winter break is gonna start.

Really, I can’t wait to start class again next semester. I’m at the point now where I want to be back on campus, around my friends all day. I can’t wait to be a student again. This has been a really fun, rewarding, and challenging semester, but I am ready to move on.

So, what does all this mean? My mind has begun to wander. I need a vacation. But that’s what winter break is for. Jeez, what if I was an actual adult, with actual repsonsibilities, and no vacation time? No… I don’t want to think about that. Just count your blessings.

Until next time,
Katelyn McCutcheon
Mechanical and Civil Engineering
Senior

Hello World,

This month, we have a special collaboration between our UDM Theater Company and the Mary Grove College Music Department. It’s an adult musical comedy, and is entitled “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”. I suggest that you go and see it before time runs out, as it has already started on Nov. 13 and is showing for a limited two-week window until Nov. 22. And to accommodate those the diligent students who actually study during the week, whomever they may be lol, it is only shown during the weekend starting at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 p.m. on Sundays. The play will be shown at the Mary Grove Theater at the Mary Grove College campus, found at 8425 W. McNichols Rd Detroit MI 48221. You can check out our school website further details, which is found at: http://www.udmercy.edu/news_events/news/by-year/2009/10-21-spelling-bee.htm. I’m sure you won’t be disappointed, so TTFN mis amigos! (I hope that’s Spanish for my friends, lol!)

Chauncey Gilbert
4th Year
Computer Science

Hello Civil,

Just recently finished a book called a Man in Search of Meaning by Victor Frankel.  It is about a man who survived the Holocaust.  This book describes what happened within the concentration camps in more detail then most school history books.  But what I found most interesting was how he survived the holocaust.  It was the will of his wife, and a sense of humor.  Every day he would think about his wife, talk to her and have conversations with her, with her not being physically there.  He felt her presence and comfort, and wanted to survive in hopes that one day they would be together again.  He would also make light of the situation and the world around him.  He would joke around with the people around him about what they would eat when they got out, how their lives would go on, joking that something will be said or done and respond out of an automatic response because of their life in the concentation camp.  This story really made me think.  Before I talk about this further, if anyone has read this or would likes to comment I want to hear from you.

This class has been one of my religion electives.  I have to say that it is a class that has really made me think about myself and the world around me.

Until then

Civil Engineer

Justin Wood

Hey all,

One of the biggest benefits of going to UDM is its proximity to Downtown Detroit. A 10 minute drive from the Opera House, the Waterfront, Joe Louis Arena, Ford Field, and more, Downtown Detroit has so much to discover. This past weekend showcased Detroit’s athletic pursuits.

The Red Wings played Saturday night and defeated the Ducks 7 to 4. Henrik Zetterberg had a hat trick (for those of you who don’t know, that’s three goals in a single game). The Lions lost on Sunday. But a little closer to home, right on campus, the Titan’s women’s basketball team played #10 MSU. Afterward, the Titan’s men’s team beat rival Western Michigan 86-80!

I spent a lot of time watching sports this weekend, and it was absolutely awesome. UDM has a lot to offer, and so does the surrounding area. And there is so much more to do on top of sports.

Until next time,
Katelyn McCutcheon
Mechanical and Civil Engineering
Senior

Hi readers,

Today I will spend some to talk about the importance of work ehtic in your engineering career.  Within the office, engineers reputation is largely dependant on his work ethic.  At my work it is easy to tell the difference between the hard and the not so hard workers.  The engineers work ethic originates from his college career.  In most cases, asking any good engineer about his college grade point average will reveal that he or she did good in school.  It is important to treat every class with your full potential.  Treat every quiz and test as it was your last one, preparing to your best ability.  Hope you enjoyed reading about work ethic within engineering.  Talk to you during the week!

Sergei Gage

Senior

Electrical Engineering

Hello Civil Engineers, just got back from a trip to the Holocaust Museum.  Definitely an interesting experience and one of the few times we get to go on a field trip.  The professor actually has contact with a survivor.  It was really interesting to hear her speak and the tales of her days in the camp.  Obviously this has nothing to do with engineering but this is one of the courses that you have to choose from as an elective.  I find the class to be dull at times but its informational and I find the class inspirational in learning how human beings can rise above such a horrible ordeal to survive.  It is so difficult to understand how such a terrible thing could have occurred and it is important for everyone to recognize that it did happen so we can make sure nothing like that happens again.

There are several elective classes that engineers have to take.  I suggest before you go to talk to your advisor about electives, look up classes on our website and find something that you might find interesting.  Sometimes you might want to take an elective because it conveniently fits in your schedule but if you aren’t interested in the subject matter, then you might not do the best you can.  Electives are an opportunity to learn about the world around us and give us a break from all those complex engineering calculations.

Thats all for now

Your Civil Engineer

Justin Wood

Come visit UDM on our Visit Week Dec 5.  if you have any questions call this number 313-993-1245

Hello readers,

As promised, today I will discuss my experience of traveling to an out of state plant.  To start off, the facility where the process of mass production happens is huge.  It has to be that way because the plant I visited has the capability of producing a quantity of 400-600 pieces per day.  That number was even higher before the economy slowed down.  The  plant is set up around a few lines of conveyor belts which move the product through its stages of development.  People stand at various points along the lines to manually build or inspect the product.  The plant I visited operates in two shifts - morning and afternoon shifts.  The product build lasts from 7am until 1am, non-stop.  Now you know a little about the operation of a plant!  Talk to you soon!

Sergei Gage

Senior

Electrical Engineering