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Mechanical Engineering Courses
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Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Technology Management
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ETM 322 - Manufacturing Technology
Selection of processes and equipment for manufacturing operations. Processing of metals, polymers, ceramics and composites. Course covers production machining, metal casting, powder metallurgy, bulk deformation of metals and plastics processing, following a study of the mechanical, physical and chemical properties of materials.
Requisites: CHEM 101 or CHEM 102B, PHYS 111 and MATH 120A or MATH 120B. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ETM 333 - Introduction to Industrial Engineering
Study of the basic techniques used by industrial engineers such as plant layout, plant location, materials handling, cost and value, methods engineering and time study, job evaluation and wage payment, purchasing and inventory control, manufacturing engineering and industrial relations.
Requisites: MATH 082 and ME 101 /ECE 101 OR Junior Standing
Credits: 3 cr
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ETM 364 - Quality Control and Assurance
Study of various aspects of quality organization for quality, quality costs and improvement, designing for quality, vendor relations, inspection testing and sampling, statistical methods, customer relations; and product safety, codes for local, State and Federal. Corporate standards.
Requisites: ECON 235 (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ETM 365 - Lean Manufacturing
Study of lean manufacturing principles used by engineers and operation managers such as process layout, job element analysis and continuous improvement techniques to drive out waste in value added operations. Studies of the impact on local manufacturers, the impact of lean manufacturing on operations and employee accountability and empowerment which helps to develop leadership skills, project management and waste reduction in systems and processes.
Requisites: Junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ETM 415 - Senior Design Lecture/Laboratory
A single project or design task will be carried out by the student. A prospectus must be submitted for approval before the actual work is started. A final written report will be required. (1-3)
Requisites: Senior standing or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ETM 490 - Special Topics
Topics of special value to students are offered periodically.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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ETM 497 - Senior Research Project
Senior research project for which students must submit a plan of study before enrollment.
Requisites: Senior standing, instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
Mechanical Engineering
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ME 180 - Introduction to Engineering Design
Introduction to the engineering design process. Semester long design project. Team work and project management skills. Laboratories involving prototyping skills and machine shop use. (2-3)
Requisites: MATH 140 or MATH 161. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 202 - Engineering Data Analysis
Applications of probability, statistics, and programming in the analysis of engineering and science data. Topics include probability, statistics, regression, ANOVA, quality control and principles in programming. (2-3)
Requisites: MATH 161. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 220 - Computer Aided Design
Principles of engineering drawing and basic principles of graphical communication as a language and as a design tool for engineers. Construction of orthographic and pictorial views using freehand sketching followed by utilization of computer-aided design techniques using a CAD system on a personal computer to create 2-D and 3-D drawings and solid modeling presentations. (2-3)
Requisites: ECE 101 or ME 101. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 250 - Principles of Engineering Materials
Introduction to atomic bonding and crystallography. The fundamental types of engineering materials including metals and alloys, ceramics, polymers and composites. Physical, chemical and mechanical properties of materials and their role in the selection of materials for design. X-ray diffraction, diffusion and dislocation in crystals. Phase diagrams and their significance. Corrosion and failure of materials and methods for prevention. Laboratories involving materials such as metals and alloys, ceramics, plastics and composites. Tests of both destructive (tensile, impact, creep and cold work) and nondestructive (hardness, X-ray diffraction, and microscopic tests) nature are conducted. Annealing, precipitation hardening and heat treatment processes are included. (3-3)
Requisites: CHEM 111, MATH 161. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
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ME 252 - Engineering Dynamics
The kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies using vector analysis. The solving of applied problems with Newton’s Second Law, work-energy and impulse-momentum methods for both translational and rotational motions with emphasis on planar motion problems. (3-0)
Requisites: PHYS 211, MATH 162, ME 251. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 290 - Special Topics
Lower division level topics in the field of mechanical engineering are offered as needed.
Credits: 1-4 cr
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ME 300 - Introduction to Renewable Energy
Introductory engineering and economic principles of renewable energy systems including solar thermal, solar photovoltaic, wind, tidal, geothermal, fuel cells, biofuels and energy storage technologies including and advanced batteries, ammonia fuel, hydrogen fuel, capacitors and flywheels. Case studies on energy resources, extraction, efficiency, and end use are presented with an emphasis on analytic techniques that serve as an engineering and economic tool box for students.
Requisites: CHEM 111. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 311 - Thermodynamics I
First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics, properties of pure substances, equations of state, state diagrams, simple process analysis and concept of entropy. Emphasis on the use of property tables and charts in applying the First and Second Laws to analyze changes occurring in both open and closed systems. (3-0)
Requisites: CHEM 111, MATH 161, MATH 162, PHYS 211. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 320 - Solid Modeling
Computer aided design in advanced 3-D solid modeling. Concept of parametric design. Generation of solid model drawings in the parts, assembly, sheet metal and draft environments. Intro to finite element analysis in CAD. Intro to rapid prototyping. Design project using solid modeling required. (2-3)
Requisites: ME 220. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 340 - Engine Design
This course will cover the theory and practice of internal combustion (IC) engine design. Students will modify an IC GM small block V* engine to produce more power and torque over a usable RPM range in the laboratory portion. Topics will include IC operation, valve timing events, camshaft definitions, volumetric efficiency, cam spacing, hydraulic lifters, valve opening mechanism considerations, valve timing, degreeing, compression ratio, engine size, compression test, dampers, balance, combustion changer design, mixture motion, quench, abnormal combustion, cylinder pressure vs. power stroke, octane rating, and fuel air ratio. (2-3)
Requisites: ME 252, ME 311. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 380 - Manufacturing Processes & Syst
An introduction to manufacturing processes and systems. Processing of metals, polymers, ceramics and composites. Selection of appropriate materials, processes and systems in conjunction with an engineering design is emphasized. Design for manufacturability, concurrent engineering and quality method fundamentals are introduced. Laboratory experiences involving material removal processes, forming, casting, injection molding, computer aided manufacturing, rapid prototyping and basic CNC concepts (3-3)
Requisites: ME 220, ME 250. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
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ME 382 - Industrial Robotics and Its Applications
Develop industrial robot’s specifications and tooling, develop virtual robotic application station, develop off-line program and verify program on-line with a real robot with teach pendant in the production environment. Explore robotic safety standards and protocols.
Requisites:
ME 220 and ME 252
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 391 - Special Seminar in ME
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
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ME 416 - Power Plant Engineering
Introduction to power generation, review of power cycles-heat transfer-fuels-combustion, steam power plants-equipments, gas turbines, cogeneration, waste heat recovery units, environmental effects, economic and performance considerations optimizing components. (3-0)
Requisites: All Foundation, Engineering Core, and lower division (100 and 200 level) ME courses. (Required, Previous). | ME 420 (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 420 - Heat Transfer
Fundamentals of conduction, convection and radiation heat transfer. Use of analytical, numerical and experimental methods to solve practical problems. Applications to fins, heat exchangers. Design project. Laboratories provide hands-on experiences to illustrate principles presented. (3-3)
Requisites: ME 311, ME 356. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
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ME 430 - Heat, Vent, Air Cond System Design
Introduction to the overall system, indoor/outdoor design conditions, heating/cooling loads, application of psychrometry, components and distribution systems, control systems, application, to practical projects. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 420 or concurrently. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 444 - Kinematics of Machines
Analysis and synthesis of the kinematics of motion (position, velocity and acceleration) of machine, members utilizing both vector algebra and graphical methods. Design assignments will be included. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 252. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 445 - Mechanical Vibrations
Introduction to free and forced vibrations for undamped and damped systems. Single- and multi-degree-of-freedom systems. Vibration measurements and vibration isolation. Numerical treatment of discrete as well as continuous systems. Design and computer projects included. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 252, ME 353, MATH 262. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 446 - Automotive Vehicle Dynamics
This course will cover the theory of ground vehicle dynamics and control. Topics will include load transfer, towing performance, traction and power limited acceleration, braking performance, braking efficiency, brake proportioning, ride quality, cornering, oversteer, understeer, tire forces in cornering, suspension and steering in the cornering, steering systems analysis and geometry and suspension systems analysis and geometry. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 252. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 451 - Machine Design
Fundamentals of load and deformation analysis. Materials considerations in component design yield criteria, stability, reliability, factors of safety, surface damage, fatigue and impact. Applications including fasteners, shaft design, power screws, lubrication, bearings, gears and power transmission components. Computer applications and design projects. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 353. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 453 - Finite Element Analysis
Introduction of finite element method as a contemporary tool in engineering and industry. Mathematical modeling and formulation techniques of finite element equations. Solution strategies and applications of finite element method in structural mechanics (trusses, beams, frames), elasticity and scalar fields (fluid flow, torsion, heat transfer, electromagnetic). Hands-on workshop sessions to illustrate various theoretical concepts. Computer and design projects. (3-0)
Requisites: MATH 262 or equivalent, ME 353 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 454 - Mechanics of Continuous Media
Introduction to the theory of deformation, stretch and strain in a continuous medium and the theory, of traction and stress. Applications to boundary value problems to characterize materials. Material models used in computer codes will be developed.
Requisites: ME 202, ME 353. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 456 - Aerodynamics
Flight history, prediction, measurement and modification of lift and drag forces, flow separation, gas dynamics, turbulence characteristics and aerodynamic design. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 311, ME 356. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 458 - Computational Fluid Dynamics
Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). The course explores a breadth of fluid and thermal models in one, two and three dimensions including mathematical modeling of fluids and thermal problems including equations of fluid in motion (Navier Stokes equations). Case studies including both steady and unsteady fluid scenarios in engineering will be used to illustrate theoretical concepts. Numerical analysis techniques such as finite difference (FDM) and finite element (FEA) methods will be used for computerized modeling techniques. Interactive workshop sessions include software development using MATLAB and application of commercial tools.
Requisites: ME 202, ME 356, ME 384 (Required, Previous). | ME 420 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 460 - Control Systems
Fundamentals of control theory, block diagrams, transfer functions and controllers. Mathematical modeling of steady-state and transient behaviors. Analysis, design and synthesis of dynamic systems. Errors, stability criteria and compensation techniques. Design and computer projects. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 252, MATH 262. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 470 - Fracture & Fatigue
Microscopic and macroscopic aspects of fracture and fatigue, fatigue crack propagation and factors affecting failure of materials. Stress intensity factors, fracture toughness and design philosophy concepts. Transition temperatures, fracture and fatigue tests and correlation techniques. Statistical and reliability analysis using Weibull distribution. Analysis of case histories of structural failure. Design and computer projects. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 250, ME 353. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 471 - Metalcasting
An in-depth study of the metalcasting process. Topics covered are casting design, gating and riser design, testing of mold materials, solidification, casting alloy metallurgy and rapid tooling techniques. Two design projects are conducted in the course. These projects furnish experience in designing gating systems, producing patterns and pouring castings. The course has a laboratory to provide students with hands-on experience. (2-3)
Requisites: ME 380 , ME 356 . (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 480 - Senior Design I
Students design and present a viable engineering project to be implemented in ME 481 senior Design II. Students work in teams on a semester-long project proposal. Plans, schedules, resource requirements, several concepts, concept evaluations, drawings, schematics, budgets, formal written reports and formal presentations are required. Students must take ME 480 senior Design I and ME 481 senior Design II in sequence in consecutive semesters. (2-3)
Requisites: ME 380, ME 420, ME 451. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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ME 481 - Senior Design II
Students execute a viable engineering design project planned in ME 480 senior Design I on time and on budget. Students work in teams on a semester-long implementation of a project proposal. Physical prototypes will be fabricated and tested. Written progress reports, design review presentations, a physical prototype, a physical acceptance test and a formal written engineering report are required. Students must take ME 480 and ME 481 in sequence in consecutive semesters. (0-6)
Requisites: ME 480. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 2 cr
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ME 491 - Senior Research Project
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
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ME 497 - Senior Research Project
Theoretical or practical research project in the major area. Students must submit a plan of study before enrollment.
Requisites: Senior standing, instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
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ME 498 - Honors Thesis
Preparation and completion of an Honors Thesis. May enroll twice, once for the preparation of the proposal and once for its completion.
Requisites: Honors student status and thesis advisor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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