| Course |
Title |
Pre-Reqs. |
TE or DE |
Offered |
Description |
Lab |
Credits |
| M E 388x |
Sustainable Engineering and
International
Development |
Junior classification |
TE |
Fall |
Multi-disciplinary approach to sustainable
engineering and international development, sustainable development,
appropriate design and engineering, feasibility analysis,
international aid, business development, philosophy and politics of
technology, and ethics in engineering. Engineering-based projects
from problem formulation through implementation. Interactions with
partner community organizations or international partners such as
non-government organizations (NGOs). Course readings, final
project/design report. |
|
3 |
| M E 410 |
Mechanical Engineering Applications of
Mechatronics |
E E 442, 448, credit or enrollment in M E
421 |
TE |
Spring |
Fundamentals of sensor characterization, signal
conditioning and motion control, coupled with concepts of embedded
computer control. Digital and analog components used for interfacing
with computer controlled systems. Mechanical system analysis
combined with various control approaches. Focus on automation of
hydraulic actuation processes. Laboratory experiences provide
hands-on development of mechanical systems. Nonmajor graduate
credit. |
Yes |
3 |
| M E 411 |
Automatic Controls |
M E 421 |
T E |
Fall |
|
Methods and principles of
automatic control. Pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical
systems. Representative applications of automatic control
systems. Mathematical analysis of control systems.
Nonmajor graduate
credit. | |
Yes |
3 |
| M E 413 |
Fluid Power in Engineering |
M E 270, 335 |
TE |
Fall |
Properties of hydraulic fluids. Performance
parameters of fixed and variable displacement pumps and motors.
Hydraulic circuits and systems. Hydrostatic transmissions.
Characteristics of control valves. Analysis and design of hydraulic
systems for power and control functions. Nonmajor graduate credit.
|
Yes |
3 |
| M E 414 |
Hydraulic Systems and Controls |
M E 335, ME 421 |
TE |
Fall |
|
Characteristics of
hydraulic motors and pumps, system components, system
analysis, feedback control and stability, control circuits,
computer simulation. Nonmajor graduate
credit. | |
No |
3 |
| M E 415 |
Mechanical Systems Design |
M E 324, ME 325 |
TE or DE |
Fall and Spring |
|
Solution of a total
design problem involving a mechanical system, documenting
decisions concerning form and function, material
specification, manufacturing methods, safety, cost, and
conformance with codes and standards. Solution description
includes oral and written reports. Nonmajor graduate
credit. | |
Yes |
3 |
| M E 417 |
Advanced Machine Design I |
M E 325 |
TE |
Spring |
Continuation of 325 involving some
additional elements, alternative viewpoints, and computational
considerations. Analysis, selection, synthesis, and redesign of
machine elements using computer and CAD/CAM assistance.
Nonmajor graduate credit. |
No |
3 |
| M E 418 |
Mechanical Considerations in Robotics |
Credit or enrollment in ME 421 |
TE |
Spring |
Three dimensional kinematics, dynamics, and
control of robot manipulators, hardware elements and sensors.
Laboratory experiments using industrial robots. Nonmajor graduate
credit. |
Yes |
3 |
| ME 423X |
Creativity and Imagination for Engineering and
Design |
Junior Classification in ME |
TE |
Spring |
Historical examples of technical innovations
based on creativity and imagination. Introduction to the psychology
and theory of creativity and imagination. Background and simplified
exercises in the creative arts, including poetry (both free verse
and prose) and the visual arts (both two and three dimensional), for
skill strengthening. Additional exercises in creative and
imaginative thinking. Applications of creative and imaginative
skills for formulating conceptual design solutions. Additional
applications related to technology including problem solving and
inventing. |
No |
3 |
| M E 425 |
Mechanical Systems Optimization |
M E 415, Engr 160 |
TE |
Spring |
Mechanical system optimization techniques
including unconstrained and constrained minimization and linear
programming. Both the theory of the methods and the application to
mechanical system design will be presented. Nonmajor graduate
credit. |
No |
3 |
| M E 428 |
Kinematics |
E M 345 |
TE |
Fall |
Kinematics and dynamics of
machinery. Synthesizing and analyzing mechanisms and
mechanical devices that can: Trace prescribed paths, correlate
input and output motions, convert linear motion to rotary motion,
and perform motions that require precise timing. |
No |
3 |
| M E 433 |
Alternative Energy Conversion |
M E 332 |
TE |
Fall |
Basic principles, thermodynamics, and
performance of alternative energy conversion technologies such as
direct energy conversion (fuel cells, photovoltaics,
magnetohydrodynamics), wind energy, biomass energy, non-combustion
thermal sources (ocean gradients, geothermal and nuclear fusion),
non-conventional environmental energy sources (ocean tides and
currents), and finally other alternative approaches (molecular
motors, cryo-engines, and solar sailing). Performance analysis and
operating principles of systems and components, economic analysis
for system design and operation. Nonmajor graduate credit. |
No |
3 |
| M E 441 |
Fundamentals of Heating, Ventilating, and Air
Conditioning |
Credit or enrollment in ME 436 |
TE |
Fall |
Space conditioning and moist air processes.
Application of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow
principles to the analysis of heating, ventilating, and air
conditioning components and systems. Performance and specification
of components and systems. Nonmajor graduate credit. |
No |
3 |
| M E 442 |
Heating and Air Conditioning Design |
M E 441 |
TE or DE |
Spring |
Design criteria and assessment of building
environment and energy requirements. Design of heating, ventilating,
and air conditioning systems. System control and economic analysis.
Oral and written reports required. Nonmajor graduate
credit. |
Yes |
3 |
| M E 443 |
Compressed Air Systems |
M E 332 |
TE |
Spring |
Basic principles, thermodynamics, and
performance of compressed air systems including various components
such as compressors, (recriprocating, rotary, centrifugal, and
axial), prime movers, coolers, intercoolers, aftercoolers, dryers,
heat recovery receivers, separators, filters, regulators, fault
detectors, controllers, etc., performance analysis and operating
principles for both systems and components, energy consumption and
economic analysis for system design and operation. Nonmajor graduate
credit. |
No |
3 |
| M E 444 |
Elements and Performance of Power
Plants |
M E 332 and credit or enrollment in ME
335 |
TE |
Spring |
Basic principles, thermodynamics, engineering
analysis of power plant systems. Topics include existing power plant
technologies, the advanced energyplex systems of the future,
societal impacts of power production, and environmental and
regulatory concerns. Nonmajor graduate credit. |
Yes |
3 |
| M E 446 |
Power Plant Design |
ME 332 and credit or enrollment in ME
335 |
TE |
Fall |
Design of a power plant to meet regulatory,
cost, fuel, and output needs. Selection and synthesis of principal
components. Oral and written reports required. Nonmajor graduate
credit. |
Yes |
3 |
| M E 449 |
Internal Combustion Engine Design |
M E 335 |
TE |
Fall |
Thermodynamic and mechanical design of a spark
ignition or compression ignition internal combustion engine to meet
specified performance, fuel economy, and air pollution requirements.
Oral and written reports required. Nonmajor graduate
credit. |
Yes |
3 |
| M E 451 |
Engineering Acoustics |
Phys 221, Math 267 |
TE |
Spring |
Sound sources and propagation. Noise standards
and effects of noise on people. Principles of noise and vibration
control used in architectural and engineering design.
Characteristics of basic noise measurement equipment. Experience in
use of noise measuring equipment, sound power measurements,
techniques for performing noise surveys, evaluation of various noise
abatement techniques applied to common noise sources. Selected
laboratory experiments. Nonmajor graduate credit. |
Yes |
3 |
| M E 466 |
Multidisciplinary Design |
permission of instructor, no more than 2 terms
from graduation |
TE |
Fall
Spring |
Application of team design concepts to projects
of a multidisciplinary nature. Concurrent treatment of design,
manufacturing and life cycle considerations. Application of design
tools such as CAD, CAM and FEM. Design methodologies, project
scheduling, cost estimating, quality control, manufacturing
processes. Development of a prototype and appropriate documentation
in the form of written reports, oral presentations, computer models
and engineering drawings. |
Yes |
3 |
| M E 475 |
Modeling and Simulation |
M E 421
Credit or enrollment in ME 436 |
TE |
Spring |
Introduction to computer solution techniques
required to simulate flow, thermal, and mechanical systems. Methods
of solving ordinary and partial differential equations and systems
of algebraic equations; interpolation, numerical integration; finite
difference and finite element methods. Nonmajor graduate
credit. |
No |
3 |
| M E 484 |
Technology, Globalization, and
Culture |
Senior status |
TE |
Fall |
This course provides a
cross-disciplinary examination of the present and future impact of
globalization with a focus on preparing students for leadership
roles in diverse professional, social, and cultural contexts. We
will examine the threats and opportunities inherent in the
globalization process as they are perceived by practicing
professionals and articulated in debates on globalization. Students
will be expected to contribute critical analyses and debate through
threaded discussions and will work collaboratively on final
projects. |
No |
3 |
| ME 486X |
Appropriate Technology Design |
M E 324, M E 332, credit or enrollment in M E
335 |
TE or DE |
Fall |
Hands-on design experience utilizing knowledge
acquired in core mechanical engineering courses. Problem
formulation and solution, oral and written communication, team
decision-making, and ethical conduct. Appropriate technology with
multidisciplinary components in economics and sociology. |
No |
3 |
| M E 490 |
Independent Study |
M E 490 Contract |
TE |
Fall
Spring |
Senior classification. Investigation of topics
holding special interest of students and faculty. Election of course
and topic must be approved in advance by supervising faculty.
C.
Engineering Measurements and Instrumentation
D. Heat
Transfer
E. Fluid Power and Controls
F. Machines and
Systems
G. Materials and Manufacturing Processes
H.
Honors
J. Thermodynamics and Energy Utilization
K. Fluid
Mechanics
L. Turbomachinery
M. Nuclear Engineering
N.
CAD/CAM |
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