MECH 100 - Engineering Graphical Comm.
Prerequisite: None
Minimum Class Standing: FRI
This computer aided design and drafting course is an introduction to engineering graphics and visualization with topics to include sketching, line drawing, wire-frame section development and elements of solid modeling. Also, this course will include the development and interpretation of drawings and specifications for product realization. CAD, office, and web-based software will be used in student presentations and analysis. Terms Offered: All
MECH 212 - Mechanics II
Prerequisite: MECH-210
Minimum Class Standing: SO
The fundamental topics of this course include: normal and shear stress and strain, Hooke's law, Poisson's ratio, generalized Hooke's law, axial translation, torsion of circular bars, angle of twist, bending of beams, flexure formula, flexural shear stress, beam deflections, combined stresses, transformation of stresses, Mohr's circle, statically indeterminate problems, columns. The use of basic computational tools will be introduced at the end of several lecture modules including: axial loading, torsional loading, and flexural loading. Homework and design projects will be assigned. Terms Offered: All
MECH 231L - Signals for Mech Sys Lab
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: EE-212
Minimum Class Standing: SO
This lab complements the electrical engineering course, EE-212, and provides the necessary knowledge and skills of electrical engineering to non-electrical engineering majors. It teaches students how to use sensors and instruments to make meaningful measurements in mechanical and electrical engineering systems. This lab course introduces students to: (1) the laws and methods of circuit analysis (2) sensors used in measurements of displacement, temperature, strain and fuel cell systems and (3) the amplifiers and other instrumentation used to process the signals from these sensors. Terms Offered: All
MECH 300 - Computer Aided Engineering
Prerequisites: MECH-100, MECH-212
Minimum Class Standing: JR
This is a threaded continuation of MECH-100, Engineering Graphical Communication using computer graphics and computer aided design techniques. These advanced techniques use graphics primitives, construction functions, transformations , image control, dimensioning and layers. Both two- dimensional drawing and three-dimensional wireframe, surface modeling, and simulation modeling such as FEA and kinematic motion are covered. Terms Offered: All
MECH 310 - Mechanics III
Prerequisites: MATH 102, MECH-210, PHYS-114/115
Minimum Class Standing: JR
This course deals with a discussion and application of the following fundamental concepts: (1) application and basis of Newtonian mechanics and physical laws; (2) a study of the kinematics and kinetics of a particle including relative and absolute motion, friction concepts; (3) additional analysis of particle dynamics using work-energy and impulse-momentum methods, analysis of impact events; (4) analysis of a system of particle using work-energy, impulse, linear and angular momentum; (5) kinematics and kinetics of rigid body analyzed in various reference systems; (6) additional analysis of rigid body dynamics using work-energy and impulse-momentum; (7) inertia quantities. Computational techniques will be incorporated into several design projects throughout the semester to illustrate alternative solution methods. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall
MECH 311 - Intro to Mech System Design
Prerequisites: MECH-100, MECH-210
Minimum Class Standing: NA
The objective of the course is to teach fundamentals of machine elements and mechatronics design, with an emphasis on product design and fabrication. Design, analysis and fabrication of prototype mechatronic systems and devices are completed. Mechanical design concepts including transmission methods, force and torque analysis, mechanisms and simulation is covered. Formal design processes such as brainstorming and concept-tree development are utilized. Intellectual propety law pertinent to design and invention is covered. The synergistic combination of sensors, actuators and controls technologies to create functionally "smart" and adaptive devices is implemented. Sensor and actuator technologies are covered. The course culminates with an open-ended project to design and fabricate a mechatronic system using basic machining equipment and a programmable controller. Terms Offered: All
MECH 312 - Mech. Component Design I
Prerequisites: MECH-212, MECH-311
Minimum Class Standing: NA
This course involves application of theory and techniques learned in the mechanics courses to the concepts of mechanical component design. Through lectures and class example and homework problems the student will be introduced to design methodology. This methodology requires learning to develop and set-up a mechanical component design problem, through properly understanding and solving the problem based upon the given data, design constraints, making and verifying assumptions. Selection of the proper analytical tools as required, producibility and maintainability of the design, materials selection, safety, and cost considerations. Take-home project problems will enhance and demonstrate the type of study and research required for design. Topics to be studied include strength and fatigue considerations, shaft design, threaded fasteners, lubrication and bearings, springs, and fundamentals of gear analysis, including forces, stresses and terminology. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring
MECH 320 - Thermodynamics
Prerequisites: PHYS-224/225
Minimum Class Standing: SO
A study of the first and second laws of thermodynamics and their application to energy transformations during various processes. Property relations are studied for pure substances, ideal gases, mixture of ideal gases, and atmospheric air. Steam power cycles, refrigeration cycles, spark-ignition and compression-ignition engines, and turbine cycles are evaluated to determine performance parameters and energy efficiencies. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring
MECH 322 - Fluid Mechanics
Prerequisite: MECH-320
Minimum Class Standing: SO
This is a first course in Fluid Mechanics that involves the study of fluid flow in ducts and over objects. The course introduces the fundamental aspects of fluid motion, fluid properties, flow regimes, pressure variations, fluid kinematics, and methods of flow description and analysis. Presents the conservation laws in their differential and integral forms, and their use in analyzing and solving fluid flow problems. In addition, the concept of using similitude and dimensional analysis for organizing test data and for planning experiments is introduced. The effects of fluid friction on pressure and velocity distributions are also discussed. The effects of compressibility (variable density) on fluid flows are also included. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall
MECH 325 - Intro to Energy Systems
Prerequisites: MATH-102
Minimum Class Standing: JR
This introductory course is designed for non-mechanical engineering students. It integrates the fundamental principles of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer. Basic principles of thermodynamics are followed by properties of pure substances, application of the first and the second laws of thermodynamics to thermal systems, application of conservation of mass, momentum and energy to fluid systems, principles of conduction, convection and thermal radiation. Topics such as thermodynamic cycles, internal and external flows, refrigeration, aerodynamic lift and drag, pump performance, free and forced convection, and heat exchangers are covered. Practical applications of the principles discussed are emphasized. A PEM Fuel Cell and a Cylinder Convection experiment are incorporated into this course. Terms Offered: All
MECH 330 - Dynamic Systems I
Prerequisites: MATH-204, MECH-310
Corequisites: MATH-305 or MATH-307, EE-210 or EE-212 Minimum Class Standing: NA
This is a first course in System Dynamics. The objective of this course is to provide an understanding into basic principles and methods underlying the steady state and dynamic characterization of physical systems and components. The focus is on multi-discipline approach. Construction of mathematical models of systems using Bond-graph and computer simulation (both in time and frequency domains) using software tool(s) is emphasized. Application of modeling techniques to understanding the behavior of free vibration (damped and undamped), forced vibration for harmonic excitation, and systems involving multi-degree freedom-including applications such as vibration absorber will be discussed. Terms Offered: All
MECH 350 - Intro to Bioengineering Apps
Prerequisites: CHEM-145 and/or BIOL-241, MECH-212
Minimum Class Standing: JR
This course deals with a discussion and application of the following fundamental concepts: (1) basic anatomy and physiology of the overall human body; (2) basic anatomy and physiology of specific structures including brain, ears, eyes, heart, kidney, gastro-intestinal system, articular joints, and bones; (3) an appreciation of the engineering basis for current and developmental products designed to diagnose and replace these biological structures; (4) exposure to biochemistry, biomaterials, and biomechanics at a fundamental level; and (5) an understanding of current laws which govern bioengineering device manufacturing. A semester project will require the student to rigorously research an existing product or emerging technology of relevance to bioengineering and the human body. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring
MECH 412 - Mech Component Design II
Prerequisites: IME-301, MECH-312
Minimum Class Standing: NA
This course is an extension of MECH-312, Design of Mechanical Components I. Topics to be studied will include wear and contact stress analysis, helical and bevel gear systems, impact analysis, temperature effects in design, introduction to fracture mechanics, code based design, welded connections, and topics selected by the students. Course work will consist of lectures plus, the students will perform research on these topics and provide written and oral reports, including examples. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring
MECH 420 - Heat Transfer
Prerequisite: MECH-320 Corequisite: MECH-322
Minimum Class Standing: SR
This course addresses the principles of heat transfer by conduction, convection, radiation and energy conservation, fins, steady-state and transient problems, and analysis and selection of heat exchangers. Terms Offered: All
MECH 430 - Dynamic Systems II
Prerequisite: MECH-330
Minimum Class Standing: SR
This is a second course, follow up course, in System Dynamics. The objective of this course is to provide an understanding into basic principles and methods underlying the steady state and dynamic characterization of feedback control systems. The focus is on multi-discipline approach as in the previous course. Construction of mathematical models of systems using Bond-graphs, block diagrams and development of transfer functions and state space models is emphasized. System performance is studied mainly using computer simulation (both in time and frequency domains) software tool(s). Design of control systems is attempted using the same computer simulation tools. Introduction to some advanced topics in control systems is also provided. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring
MECH 490 - Fluid Power Systems
Prerequisites: MECH-300
Corequisite: MECH-312 Minimum Class Standing: JR
This course begins with basic hydraulics circuits followed by the sizing and control of hydraulic cylinders and motors. Prime movers are introduced and matched to system requirements. Valves are described while circuit tracing and component recognition are emphasized. The course also addresses air consumption, pneumatic component sizing and ladder logic. There will be limited consideration of hydraulic servo and two design projects. Terms Offered: As Needed
MECH 499 - Independent Study
Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor
Minimum Class Standing: JR
The student completes a self-directed study project in an area of interest related to Mechanical Engineering. Each independent study must be based on a written proposal approved by a Faculty Advisor(s) and the Department Head. The Faculty Advisor(s) is responsible for guiding the student in the study and assessing the student's performance. Terms Offered: All
MECH 529 - Dsn & Mod of Fuel Cell Sys
Prerequisites: MECH-322, MECH-420
Corequisites: MECH-422, MECH-526 Minimum Class Standing: SR
A fuel cell is an electrochemical device that directly converts energy from fuels into electrical power. It has the potential for highly efficient and environmentally- friendly power. Recently, emphasis has been placed into the development of fuel cell systems for power sources including portable, APU, and stationary applications. The fundamental principles applied to fuel cells including the relevant electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and transport processes will be reviewed in this course. The primary focus will be on fundamental principles and processes in proton exchange membrane fuel cells and solid oxide fuel cells including modeling of both types of cells. An introduction to fuel cell stack design and system integration will be presented, in which the analysis and optimization of various components will be discussed. A survey of the cutting-edge issues including the future direction of fuel cell technology will also be conducted. Class projects will focus on the design of a fuel cell system for an application chosen by the students where teamwork will be emphasized. This course is designed to provide the student with the know-how to design a fuel cell system for a specific application of power generation. Terms Offered: Summer, Spring
MECH 548 - Vehicle Design Project
Prerequisite: MECH 320
Minimum Class Standing: SR
This course deals with a comprehensive vehicle design experience progressing from problem definition through ride, handling, chassis design, performance analysis to sketches, alternate design, general design, lay-out drawings, parts list of chassis, body, suspension powertrain and culminating with small scale model of the vehicle and its subsystems. Terms offered: Winter, Spring
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