400
Theoretical and practical aspects of the design of various machine components and simple systems. The design criteria are based on stress analysis, manufacturing issues, materials, and fatigue considerations.
4
Prerequisites
EGR 221,
EGR 322
Study of processes and knowledge used to create an engineered product. Topics include design for manufacturing and assembly, materials, and material selection, Lean Manufacturing, and Design of Experiments (DOE) for design and manufacturing.
3
Prerequisites
ME 401
Dimensional analysis and similitude; applications of fluid flow and thermodynamics to the study of turbomachinery. Characteristics and performance of different types of compressors, turbines, and pumps.
3
Prerequisites
ME 311,
ME 331
Methods to identify and prevent failures in design and manufacturing. Topics include: applied fracture mechanics, non-destructive testing, root cause analysis, and forensic engineering case studies.
3
Prerequisites
EGR 221,
EGR 322
Advanced considerations of stress, strain, and strength are employed for safe and proper design. Theories of failure, design for fatigue, and effects of dynamic loadings represent the current state of the art.
3
Prerequisites
EGR 322
Review of theoretical and experimental techniques of strain and stress analysis with emphasis on electrical strain gauges, brittle coatings, grid methods, and photoelasticity techniques. A project is required involving stress analysis of a component/structure utilizing one or more of the above techniques. Fee: $40.
3
Prerequisites
EGR 322
Analysis and design necessary to plan and specify equipment for heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning systems. Includes heat transfer analysis of the structure, psychrometric analysis of inside and ventilating air, and thermodynamic and economic analysis of the necessary equipment.
3
Prerequisites
ME 332
Corequisites
ME 336
Review of the analysis and design of components of thermal systems such as heat exchangers, pumps and blowers, and drive units. Review of computer methods for analyzing systems. At least two design projects applying thermal systems design procedures will be completed.
3
Prerequisites
ME 332,
ME 336
Systems approach to engineering with application to measurement. Time and frequency analysis of first and second order systems. Calibration, data acquisition, analog to digital conversion, filtering, and modulation will be addressed in both theory and experiment.
3
Prerequisites
EE 261,
EGR 212
Project oriented course that introduces advanced CAD design, including surfacing as well as rapid prototyping, computer numeric control, and programmable logic controllers. Topics include theory behind these concepts and devices, solid modeling, 3-D model data exchange, slicing and offsetting algorithms, and programming such as numerical control of a mill. Fee: $40.
3
Prerequisites
ME 351
Analysis and prediction of the dynamic behavior and response of mechanical systems. Various types of oscillations and physical properties such as damping and stiffness are explained.
3
Prerequisites
EGR 212,
MTH 321
Industrial application of noise control criteria, measurements, materials, and design. Vibration control is comprised of source identification, system isolation, and testing. Extensive laboratory program also includes spectral and signal analysis. Fee: $40.
3
Prerequisites
Senior standing.
Course will cover a variety of biomechanical analysis and instrumentation topics such as skeletal anatomy, ergonomics, and exercise physiology. Methods for measuring and computing force and movement will be covered. Laboratory exercises will be used to demonstrate instrumentation including motion capture, force plates, EMG, ECG, heart rate monitors, accelerometers, and goniometers.
3
Prerequisites
EGR 212
Students are required to do design projects including literature search, engineering analysis, and written and oral presentations. These projects are a culminating experience in the mechanical engineering program. Group projects and construction of prototypes is encouraged, where feasible. Fee: $40.
2
Prerequisites
Upper division standing.
Students are required to do design projects including literature search, engineering analysis, and written and oral presentations. These projects are a culminating experience in the mechanical engineering program. Group projects and construction of prototypes is encouraged, where feasible. Fee: $40.
2
Prerequisites
Upper division standing.
Selected study, project, or research in mechanical engineering for upper-division students. Must be arranged between the student and an individual faculty member and subsequently approved by the dean of engineering. No more than three of the technical elective hours taken at the University may be satisfied with individualized study.
Variable
Faculty-directed student research. Before enrolling, a student must consult with a faculty member to define the project. May be repeated for credit.
1-3
Prerequisites
Upper division standing.