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This course has two main parts. Part one covers problem solving and fundamentals of programming including data types, decision making, repetitive loops, and arrays. Engineering applications requiring programming are included. Part two covers engineering design philosophy and methodology, communication skills, and teamwork. A design project is also included. Coreq: ME 103, MATH 121
- Prerequisites:
- ME 101
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
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This course is intended to provide the students with an understanding of the principles and methodologies of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Topics include: Datums, Material condition symbols, Tolerances of Form and profile, Tolerances of orientation and runout, locations tolerances, and Virtual condition. This course includes laboratory component. Coreq: ME 103
- Prerequisites:
- ME 103
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
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Resultants of force systems, equilibrium, analysis of forces acting on structural and machine elements, friction, second moments, virtual work.
- Prerequisites:
- PHYS 221
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
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This course consists of two components:1) StaticsIntroduction to resultants of force systems, equilibrium, analysis of forces acting on structural and machine elements, friction, second moments.2) DynamicsIntroduction to kinematics and kinetics of particles, systems of particles and rigid bodies, work-energy.
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
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Kinematics and kinetics of particles, systems of particles and rigid bodies, work-energy, linear and angular impulse momentum, vibrations.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 212
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
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Load deformation, stress, strain, stress-strain relationship, buckling, energy concepts, stress analysis of structural and machine elements.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 212
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
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Communicating technical information about building systems including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems. Students will learn to read and interpret mechanical plans as well as piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID).
- Prerequisites:
- ME 103 or instructor permission or instructor permission.
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
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Fundamental concepts of thermodynamics. Thermal properties of substances and state equations. Conservation of mass, first and second laws. Examples of applications to different engineering systems.
- Prerequisites:
- PHYS 221
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
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This course is an introduction to numerical analysis. The primary objective of the course is to develop a basic understanding of numerical algorithms and skills to implement algorithms to solve mathematical problems on the computer.
- Prerequisites:
- MATH 122, ME 201
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Probability and statistics. Uncertainty, distributions. Numerical solution of algebraic, transcendental and differential equations. Numerical integration and differentiation. Structured programming language required.
- Prerequisites:
- MATH 122, PHYS 221. Select one from EE 107, CIVE 201, ME 201
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
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- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
Basic principles of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer. First and second laws of thermodynamics and application to engineering systems and their design. Not for mechanical engineering major.
- Prerequisites:
- PHYS 221 with "C-" (1.67) or better
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Physical principles of elastic and plastic deformation of materials. Dislocation theory. Fatigue, creep, fracture, hardness, phase diagrams and other mechanical phenomena in materials. Ceramics and composite materials. Residual stresses. Lecture and lab demonstrations.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 223
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Introduction to fluid properties, fluid statics, buoyancy, fluid kinematics, Bernoulli's equation, control volume and differential approach to flow conservation equations, dimensional analysis, similitude, viscous flow in pipes, flow over immersed bodies, and pumps. Includes significant design component.
- Prerequisites:
- MATH 223, ME 214
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Steady and unsteady conduction. Free and forced convection. Heat transfer by radiation. Combined modes of heat transfer. Elements of heat exchangers design. Includes significant design component.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 241, ME 321
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Energy analysis and design of thermodynamic systems including power and refrigeration cycles. Thermodynamic relations. Application of thermodynamics to mixtures and solutions. Psychometrics. Introduction to chemical thermodynamics. Third law of thermodynamics. Includes significant design component.
- Prerequisites:
- CHEM 191, ME 241
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Introduction to manufacturing, tribology, casting, bulk deformation, sheet metal forming, material removal, joining, polymers, powder metals, ceramics, automation, integrated systems. Design for manufacture. Includes significant design component.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 223 and ME 306
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Experiments in Mechanical Engineering, load-deformation, load-failure, fatigue, impact, hardness. Introduction to traditional machining and material processing. This course includes laboratory.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 306
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Analysis of linear systems in the time and frequency domains. Physical systems modeled and analyzed using time domain techniques. Fourier and Laplace Transforms.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 201, ME 214, PHYS 222, EE 230, PHYS 232, EE 240, ME 281, MATH 321
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Probability and statistics and its application to mechanical measurements. Principles of operation of devices and systems to measure various quantities that arise in mechanical engineering. Conditioning and digitization of signals during the measurement process is also discussed.
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Curricular Practical Training: Co-Operative Experience is a zero-credit full-time practical training experience for one summer and an adjacent fall or spring term. Special rules apply to preserve full-time student status. Please contact an advisor in your program for complete information.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 201. At least 60 credits earned; in good standing; instructor permission; co-op contract; other Prerequisites may also apply.
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
Minimum design loads for buildings using ASCE 7 guidelines and load distribution. Analysis of determinate structural systems including the case of moving loads. Analysis of indeterminate structures using the flexibility and moment distribution methods. Use of software to enhance the analysis.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 223
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
The application of the principles of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer to the design and analysis of selected energy systems of current interest, such as nuclear, solar, geothermal, and also conventional systems. Lecture and design projects.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 324, ME 329
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
Application of principles of mechanics to the design of various machine elements such as gears, bearings, springs, rivets, welding. Stresses in mechanical elements. Design factors, fatigue, manufacturability. Lectures and design projects. Includes significant design content.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 214, ME 223
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs:
The application of mechanics to the design and analysis of motion and force transmitting systems. Optimum design. Includes significant design component.
- Prerequisites:
- ME 417
- Areas of Interest:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
- Programs: