300

ME 301 Mechanical Engineering Analysis

Numerical methods applied to engineering problems: interpolation and curve fitting of experimental data, matrix analysis, and approximation methods in structural, thermal, and fluid systems.

2

Prerequisites

EGR 111

ME 303 Numerical Methods

Numerical methods applied to engineering problems: interpolation and curve fitting of experimental data, matrix analysis, numerical differentiation/integration, Fourier transforms and approximation methods in structural, thermal, and fluid systems.

3

Prerequisites

EGR 111

ME 304 Finite Element Analysis

Course builds on the concepts learned in strength of materials and introduces finite element analysis (FEA). Topics include elasticity, 3-dimensional Hooke’s law, and failure theories. FEA is introduced mathematically beginning with springs, trusses, and beams. A commercial FEA software package is used to model plane stress and three-dimensional geometry. Individual projects are used to introduce three dimensional analysis. Fee: $40

3

Prerequisites

ME 222, EGR 322 with a grade of C- or better.

ME 305 Stress Visualization

Course builds on EGR 322. Both analytical and numerical modeling of stresses in tensile, bending, and torsional members. Basics to the Finite Element method (linear static analysis) with and training in computer modeling software, integrated with classical failure theories (Tresca, von Mises, and maximum principle stresses).

2

Prerequisites

EGR 322 with grade of C- or above

ME 307 Dynamic Systems and Control

An introduction to the modeling and control of mechanical systems in both the time and frequency domain. Fundamentals of vibration, free and forced vibration of (undamped/damped) single degree of freedom systems. Stability, analysis and design of PID, other forms of controllers in time and frequency domains. This course is the lecture portion to accompany the laboratory course ME377.

2

Prerequisites

EGR212 with grade C- or better, MTH 321 or Corequisite

Corequisites

ME 377, MTH 321 or Prerequisite

ME 312 Mechanics of Fluids II

Application of fluid mechanics principles to laminar and turbulent duct flows; head losses through pipes including minor losses; compressible flows; measurement and turbomachinery.

2

Prerequisites

EGR 311

ME 328 Machine Design

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, ME 304.

ME 331 Fundamental Thermodynamics

Classical treatment emphasizing the first and second laws of thermodynamics and their application to open and closed systems undergoing steady and unsteady processes. Tabular and graphical data, as well as ideal gas properties, are used in analytical work.

3

Prerequisites

MTH 202

ME 332 Applied Thermodynamics

Application of thermodynamic principles in analyzing power and refrigeration systems, non-reacting gas mixtures, psychrometrics, and combustion.

2

Prerequisites

CHM 207, ME 331

ME 336 Heat and Mass Transfer

Fundamental course in the study of heat and mass transfer. Conduction, convection, radiation, and mass transfer are studied in context to real engineering systems involving multiple modes of heat and mass transfer. Numerical solutions are emphasized for the many problems for which analytical solutions cannot be easily obtained.

3

Prerequisites

ME 331, MTH 321.

ME 348 Machine Design

Theoretical and practical aspects of the design of various machine components and simple systems will be studied. Design criteria are based on stress analysis, manufacturing issues, materials, and fatigue considerations.

3

Prerequisites

EGR 221, ME 304 or ME 305

Corequisites

ME 368

ME 351 Mechanical Systems Laboratory

An introduction to control systems with an emphasis on industrial motion control. Theoretical and experimental studies will familiarize students with PID control, control system hardware and software, stepper motors, servo motors, sensors, simulation, and data acquisition systems. Fee: $50

2

Prerequisites

EGR 212 with a grade of C- or better, MTH 321 or corequisite

Corequisites

MTH 321 or prerequisite

ME 368 Mechanical Design Project

Students will conduct a modest sized machine design project to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. Students will use both analysis and experimentation to make engineering decisions. Fee: $50

1

Corequisites

ME 348

ME 372 Fluids Laboratory

Experimental analysis of fluid mechanics principles including pressure losses through pipes and fittings, pump turbine characteristics, drag force measurements, compressible flow, boundary layers etc. Fee: $50

2

Prerequisites

ME 312 or corequisite

Corequisites

ME 312 or prereq., ME 072

ME 374 Fluids Laboratory

Experimental analysis of fluid mechanics principles including pressure losses through pipes and fittings, pump turbine characteristics, drag force measurements, compressible flows, boundary layers, etc. Fee: $50

1

Prerequisites

ME 312 or corequisite

Corequisites

ME 312 or prerequisite, ME 074.

ME 376 Thermal Systems Laboratory

Experimental studies of thermal systems including compressors, steam turbine power cycles, refrigeration, air-conditioning, Otto engine cycle, evaporative cooling towers, and heat exchangers. $50

1

Prerequisites

ME 332 or corequisite, ME 336 or corequisite

Corequisites

ME 332 or prerequisite, ME 336 or prerequisite

ME 377 Dynamic Systems & Control Lab

An introduction to control systems with an emphasis on industrial motion control. Experimental studies will familiarize students with PID control, control system hardware and software, sensors, actuators, simulation, and data acquisition systems. This course is the lab portion to accompany the lecture course ME 307. Fee: $50

1

Prerequisites

EGR212 with grade C- or better, MTH 321 or corequisite

Corequisites

MTH 321 or prerequisite, ME307