73 courses with the subject MECH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MECH 211Technical and Graphical Communication3
This is an introductory course in the “languages” of mechanical engineering. Topics include: discussion of mechanical engineering principles and concepts; use of Word for report generation (including equations and graphics); use of Mathcad for engineering computation; introduction to orthogonal and isometric views. A main focus of the course is introducing the student to state of the art computer based drafting and solid modeling applications. Two lectures, two-hour laboratory. Fall. Prerequisite: ENGS 116/ENGS 117. (Cr. 3).
Analysis of stress and strain due to axial, torsional and flexural loads; beams, shafts, columns. Elastic deformation under axial, flexural and torsional loads. Statically determinate and indeterminate problems, principles of superposition and compatibility. Elastic column buckling. Three lectures. Spring. Prerequisite: ENGS 206. (Cr. 3).
Application and verification of principles of mechanics of solids. Preparation of technical reports and presentations. Three hours. Spring. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MECH 230. (Cr. 1).
Power cycles and efficiencies; air conditioning, refrigeration and heat pump cycles; analysis of moist air systems; design of simple thermal systems. Two lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: ENGS 205. (Cr. 2).
A study of the interface between mechanical and electrical systems. Topics include: actuators; sensors; and interfacing elements. The actuators covered include pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical devices, with emphasis on the analysis associated with each system. The sensors portion covers the devices used to obtain information needed for system control, as well as a study of the necessary interfacing components. Other issues addressed will include power sources and operating practices. Pre-requisite: MATH 286.
MECH 314Engineering Analysis and Numerical Methods3
A unified treatment of engineering analysis and numerical methods. Solutions of linear algebraic systems using both classical and numerical methods. Analytic and numerical solution of ordinary and partial differential equations. Fourier Series. Laplace transforms. Analytic and numerical solution of linear algebraic systems. Pre-requisites: MATH 286 and (ENGS 116 or ENGS117).
Fluids properties; fluid statics; integral form of governing equations of fluid motion; dimensional analysis; internal flow (pipe flow); differential form of governing equations of fluid motion. Three lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: ENGS 206. (Cr. 3).
Flow around immersed bodies; drag and lift. Introduction to boundary layer theory. Compressible flow: one-dimensional isentropic flow; normal and oblique shocks; Prandtl-Meyer flow; Rayleigh and Fanno flow. Two lectures. Spring. Prerequisite: MECH 318.
Application and verification of principles of mechanics of solids. Preparation of technical reports and presentations. Three hours. Spring. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MECH 230. (Cr. 1).
Static failure theories and design for steady loading. Design for fatigue strength and reliability. Design of mechanical elements such as fasteners, gears, shafts, and springs. Individual design projects. Four lectures. Fall. Prerequisites: MECH 230. (Cr. 4).
Conduction, convection and radiation as different modes of heat transfer. Steady and unsteady states. Combined effects. Applications. Four lectures. Spring. Prerequisites: ENGS 205, MECH 318.
This laboratory course allows students to perform thermo/fluid experiments to underscore the material that they learn in the thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics classes. This laboratory course also has a component that teaches the students how to construct and perform their own experiments. The material covered in this section includes the mathematical design of an experiment, instrumentation, signal processing, statistical analysis, and data presentation. The students are also required to investigate a physical phenomenon experimentally. Two hour laboratory. Two hour lecture. Fall. Prerequisites: MECH 240, 318, and pre- or co-requisites MECH 319, MECH 325. (Cr. 2).
MECH 332Finite Element Analysis and Computer Aided Engineering3
Introduction to the theory of finite element methods; introduction to the variational calculus, one-dimensional linear element, element matrices, direct stiffness method, coordinate systems, introduction to two-dimensional elements. Design process using CAE software. Solid modeling, finite element modeling and simulation. Selected problems in mechanical engineering will be modeled, designed and analyzed and solutions will be compared to those obtained from alternate methods. Two-hour lecture, two-hour laboratory. Spring. Prerequisite: MECH 323. (Cr. 3).
Introduction to metal cutting, and manufacturing processes such as turning, milling, and drilling. Other topics covered include metal shearing and forming, the economics of metal cutting and process planning, inspection and statistical quality control, automation in manufacturing and computer numerical control. Three lectures. Spring. Prerequisites: ENGS 201, MECH 230 (Cr. 3).
This lab gives hands-on practice in various computer aided manufacturing processes including CNC machinery, controls, and robotics. Three-hour laboratory every second week. Spring. Prerequisite MECH 314.Corequisite: MECH 336. (Cr. 0).
Engineering design process, problem definitions, information sources, alternative solutions, technical and societal constraints. Group design project and report. One lecture hour, three design hours. Fall. Prerequisites: MECH 314, MECH 318, MECH 323, MECH 325, and MECH 332.
A continuation of MECH 401. The design project in MECH 401 will be expanded or a model will be built and tested. Students may also start a new project in consultation with faculty. Group or individual design project and report. One lecture, three design hours. Prerequisites: MECH 401 and permission of the Department Chair. Spring. Co-requisite: MECH 401.
This laboratory course allows students to perform thermo/fluid experiments to underscore the material that they learn in the thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics classes. This laboratory course also has a component that teaches the students how to construct and perform their own experiments. The material covered in this section includes the mathematical design of an experiment, instrumentation, signal processing, statistical analysis, and data presentation. The students are also required to investigate a physical phenomenon experimentally. Two hour laboratory. Two hour lecture. Fall. Prerequisites: MECH 302, 318, 319, 325. (Cr. 2).
Review of principles of solid mechanics and vector methods. Stress-strain-temperature relations, residual stresses and stress concentrations. Beam and column behavior, shear center, torsion of non-circular members, buckling and energy methods. Three lectures. Prerequisites: MECH 230, MECH 314, MECH 323.
Individual student research or design projects. Where applicable, computer methods, experimental work, and literature study will be used. Proposal and report required. Six to nine hours of project. Taken only with approval of advisor and chair of department.
Individual student research or design projects. A continuation of MECH 408 for students who have successfully pursued a research or design project and wish to continue it for a full year. Proposal and report required. Six to nine hours of project, (Taken only with the approval of advisor and chair of department.) Prerequisite: MECH 408.
This course covers the modeling, analysis, and optimization of mechanical vibrating systems. The course starts with elements of a single degree-of-freedom (DOF) vibrating system, and continues with time and frequency response, and application of different single DOF vibrating systems. Multiple DOF system will be introduced and methods of determining their natural frequencies, mode shapes, time response, and frequency response will be covered. Vibration control techniques such as use of a vibration isolator, a vibration absorber, and suspension optimization. Newton and Lagrange methods are used throughout the course. Pre-requisites: MATH 286 and ENGS 220.
MECH 413Independent Studies in Mechanical Engineering1-3
Individual student independent study in a Mechanical Engineering topics. Students upon approval of a faculty adviser. Proposal and report required. (Taken only with approval of advisor and chair of department.) One to three credits. Prerequisites: MECH 314, MECH 318, MECH 323, MECH 325.
This course provides a background in company operation and management tools. These include: economics; project planning; forecasting; decision analysis; inventory control; and network analysis. Emphasis will be placed on solving practical problems by using software tools such as Excel and other appropriate analysis tools. Three lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: Senior Status. (Cr.3).
Special topics in mechanical engineering of current interest to undergraduate students; subject matter and prerequisite will be announced in advance of particular semester offering.
Study of solar energy systems with emphasis in solar heating and cooling; design of various types of solar collectors using different materials, working fluids, and geometries; energy storage systems for solar assisted heat pumps; use of solar energy in power generation. Pre-Reqs: MECH325, MECH319.
Design and selection of basic components of typical thermal/fluids systems such as heat exchanger, pumps, compressors, and turbines. System synthesis and optimization. Individual or group design projects. Three lectures. Prerequisites: MECH 240, MECH 318, MECH 325.
Air conditioning systems; moist air properties and conditioning processes indoor air quality, comfort and health; heat transmission in building structures; space heat load; cooling load; energy calculations. Three lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: MECH 302, MECH 325.
Special topics in mechanical engineering of current interest to undergraduate students; subject matter and prerequisite will be announced in advance of particular semester offering. Three lectures. Prerequisite: Senior Status. (Cr.3).
Basic Cycles for spark ignition and compression ignition engines. Combustion chemistry, flame temperataures, fuels and heating values. Actual versus ideal cycles, equilibrium charts, knock and engine variables. Mechanics of spark ignition and compression ignition engines.s. Three credits. Cross-listed with MECG 528.
Design of piping in HVAC systems; pumps and compressors, and their selection; fans, air distribution in buildings and duct design; heat exchangers; refrigeration systems. Three lectures. Prerequisite: MECH 425. (Cr.3).
An introduction to the application of solid mechanic principles.including non-linear behavior, to the human anatomy such as bone, muscle, ligaments, and tendons. The course includes discussions of material properties and behavior; the response of the body to adverse loading; failure and repair mechanism; prosthetic/body interfacing; and prosthetic system design. Issues associated with tissue engineering will also be introduced. Prerequisites: ENGS 230 and Senior status.
An interdepartmental course covering basic legal doctrines, professional-client relationship, design and practice problems. Topics include American judicial system, contracts, quasi-contracts, agency, licensing, client obligations, construction process, copyrights, patents and trade secrets. Three lectures. Prerequisite: Senior Status.
Review of the fundamental principles of engineering. Preparation to qualify as a licensed professional engineer. Specific attention is placed on review of the principles that are the basis for questions on the Fundamentals of Engineering examination. Prerequisite: Senior Status.
In biomechanics it is important to be able to measure mechanic variables with accuracy and in an appropriate manner. This course will cover the methods and issues associated with measuring mechanical and chemical properties in a biomechanical environment. This will include identifying the mechano-chemical source of biological signals, measuring basic mechanical properties such as position, pressure, flow-rate and temperature with particular attention being paid to biological applications. In addition, the methods needed to measure different types of radiation will be studies to allow students to understand how radiological equipment is used and controlled.Pre-requisite: MECH 312.
Presentation of the analysis associated with managing manufacturing operations. Topics covered will be decision-making, forecasting, materials requirement planning, queuing, project management, and aggregate planning. Three credits.
Introduction to metal cutting, and manufacturing processes such as turning, milling, and drilling. Other topics covered include metal shearing and forming, the economics of metal cutting and process planning, inspection and statistical quality control, automation in manufacturing and computer numerical control. Three lectures. Spring. Prerequisites: ENGS 201, MECH 230 (Cr. 3).
This lab gives hands-on practice in various computer aided manufacturing processes including CNC machinery, controls, and robotics. Three-hour laboratory every second week. Spring. Corequisite: MECH 439. (Cr. 0).
MECH 442Artificial Intelligence Applications in Mechanical Engineering3
This course will familiarize students with a broad cross-section of models and algorithms in this field. The course will discuss classification algorithms and regression and clustering techniques. The course will include several examples of engineering problems such as Design of Machine Elements, Biomechanics, Additive Manufacturing and 3D printing and Autonomous Vehicles. Three credits.
Group projects emphasizing design for manufacturing, manufacturing system simulation, and prototype fabrication. Concurrent with projects are lectures on modern manufacturing technologies. Two lectures and two-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: MECH 336.
The geometry and mathematical representation of rigid body motion, forward and inverse robot kinematics, robot dynamics, trajectory generation, position sensing and actuation, and the control of manipulators. Three credits. Cross-listed with MECG 548.
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and experience to tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. An introduction to extracellular matrix (ECM), cell mechanobiology, cell dynamics and tissue organization will be covered. The application of collagen scaffolds, cell adhesion, cell trafficking, and molecule delivery in tissue engineering will be discussed. In addition, students are introduced to the concept of scaffolders tissue engineering and translating engineered tissues to the patients. Prerequisites: MECH 318 and ENGS 205.
An introduction to the application of fluid dynamics principles, including non-Newtonian flow, the the human circulatory and respiratory systems in health and disease. The course includes discussions of blood flow in the heart, arteries, veins, and microvascular beds; gas transport between capillaries and the surrounding tissue; flow and particle transport in the lungs; gas exchange across the lung's blood-air interface; and the role of hemoglobin in the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide throughout the circulatory system. Senior Status.
Various forms of propulsion will be examined. This will include helicopters, regular propeller operation, jet engines, gas turbine engines, and turbo-props. The course will start from basic actuator disk theory and move onto engine design via a thermal/fluids analysis. In addition, basic rocket operation will be explored.
A course focused on preliminary design of a commercial airplane. The beginning of the course reviews incompressible and compressible fundamental aerodynamic principles. These principles are used to perform initial sizing of a commercial aircraft. Technical drawings of aircraft layout including cabin layout are produced. Flight performance of an aircraft is evaluated and aircraft stability concepts are introduced. Pre-requisite of MECH 319.
In this course the motion of object in gravitational fields is studied. Governing equations are derived and applied to study orbits, orbit transfers, and interplanetary trajectories. Vehicle design for space travel is also examined and includes vehicles delivering payload to the orbit such as single and multi-stage rockets and reentry vehicles.
MECH 471Introduction to Nuclear Power Plant systems3
Study of current in-service nuclear plant design, including nuclear plant reactor, reactor auxiliaries, secondary steam plant, and electrical systems; review of the design bases for major systems and components in current operating nuclear plants; evaluation of how the systems function in an integrated fashion. Case studies are used to explore historical engineering and operational issues. New vendor nuclear plant designs are explored and compared to current designs. Three credits. Equivalent to MECG513.
The course emphasizes understanding the impact that various environmental systems have on the building design and operation process. Site and climate analysis will be the starting point for defining performance criteria of the built environment. Students will be introduced to analysis tools for interpreting weather data and the fundamentals of occupant comfort. Criteria used to define internal environmental conditions will be discussed as design goal to which all building elements must strive to achieve through systems integration. Three credits Cross-listed with MECG515.
Indoor air quality and human comfort, economy and environmental protection requirements. Heating and cooling loads. Introduction to equipment selection and system analysis. Cross-listed with: MECG 525.
Fundamental concepts and analysis of the engineering associated with human biology. Basic ideas of molecular biology, cell structure and function will be presented along with the mechanics of biological materials: ligament, muscle, and bone. Organ operation will then be examined from an engineering perspective, and will specifically address heart and lung operation. Body dynamics will also be addressed via the examination of walking gait and muscle dynamics. Finally, the engineering involved with the design and operation of artificial joints will be studied along with the instrumentation employed in bioengineering such as bio-imaging. Cross-listed with MECG 531.
MECH 475Data Driven Problem Solving in Mechanical Engineering3
Data Driven Problem Solving in Mechanical Engineering. 3 Credits. This course focuses on the implementation of data analysis to provide optimum solutions to engineering problems. The course will discuss how to; 1) visualize and classify information, 2) identify problems using data analysis and machine learning tools, 3) provide possible solutions and predict outcomes for engineering problems using data mining, and 4) design products and structures informed by data. A broad range of applications within mechanical engineering will be discussed. Three credits. Cross-listed with: MECG 542.
The operation of an aircraft as a function not only the wing but also the engine operating characteristics and overall aircraft parameters. This course develops the analysis needed to calculate flight envelop characteristics, take-off and landing parameters, engine/wing matching requirements, and basic conceptual aircraft design protocols. Three credits. Cross-listed MECG 605.
Pressure distribution and forces on aerodynamic shapes are predicted by using potential flow theory. Incompressible, potential flow governing equations are derived. Equations representing uniform flow, vortices, and potential flow sources are developed, and used to study velocity and pressure fields in some common external flows including airfoils. The study of boundary layers and how they affect the performance of lifting surfaces will be covered. Additionally, a panel method computer code is developed to predict pressure distribution and lift and drag forces on an arbitrary airfoil. Cross-listed with MECG 608.
This course covers solid mechanics and material issues associated with the design of an aerospace structure. Students will learn how the structure of aircraft and spacecraft are designed and manufactured and how safety is incorporated at every stage. Students will also receive what are the particular structural material choices that should be made in design. Specifically, fracture mechanics and fatigue failure issues due to cyclical stresses will be reviewed. The safety philosophies used in aerospace structural design, and how they affect design choices will also be discussed. Three Credits. Cross-listed with MECG 614.
Study of solar energy systems with emphasis in solar heating and cooling of buildings; design of various types of solar collectors using different materials, working fluids, and geometries; energy storage systems for solar assisted heat pumps; use of solar energy in power generation.Three Credits. Cross-listed with MECG 617.
A rigorous examination of the various components of the human body is covered. These include structural elements such as bones, ligaments, muscles, and the brain. The mechanical properties and behavior of these materials are studied with emphasis being placed on the response of these materials to different loading scenarios. Also, fluid mechanic elements such as the cardio-vascular system and the respiratory system are examined to characterize the interaction between the fluid and organ operation. Particular attention will be paid to the modelling of different parts of the human body via FEA/CFD analysis using nonlinear behavior and material properties. Three Credits. Cross-listed with MECG 631.
Study of the content, planning, and control of an industrial project; comparison of functional management and project management, the role of the Engineering Manager, project organization structures, project planning, use of critical path methods and project control; emphasis on the project management concept and its applicability to a wide range of industrial projects; the case study method is used to examine a variety of specific management issues, e.g. staffing, controlling and directing the project, identifying and resolving critical issues, anticipating and solving team personnel problems, etc.; various managerial decision tools and project control methods, such as CPM and PERT are discussed. Three Credits. Cross-listed with ENGG 614.
This course covers solid mechanics and material issues associated with the design of an aerospace structure. Students will learn how the structure of aircraft and spacecraft are designed and manufactured and how safety is incorporated at every stage. Students will also receive what are the particular structural material choices that should be made in design. Specifically, fracture mechanics and fatigue failure issues due to cyclical stresses will be reviewed. The safety philosophies used in aerospace structural design, and how they affect design choices will also be discussed. Cross-listed with MECG 606.
System model formulation; transfer functions and block diagrams; linear control and feedback systems; root-locus method will be covered along with control hardware and schematic diagrams. Case studies and applications to various engineering systems will be used to introduce students to the principles of control system design. Three credits. Cross-listed with MECG 730.
MECH 487Applications of Instrumentation and Data Acquisition3
Operation, application, and selection of engineering instruments for measuring common engineering variables, e.g. position, velocity, temperatures, pH, force, pressure, strain, flow rate, light intensity, concentration, etc; sensors, data acquisition and processing. Output devices, including logic and actuator operation and selection. Computer-based data acquisition and automated analysis are considered. Cross-listed with MECG 620.
Review of fundamentals of fluid mechanics, dimensional analysis in fluid machinery; classification and characteristics of fluid machinery (positive displacement, radial, mixed flow and axial); efficiencies; incompressible flow machines (pumps and hydraulic turbines); cavitation; compressible flow machines (compressors and gas turbines); choking and surge. Cross-listed with MECG 516.
The efficient flow of water-based liquids and a number of gases in the human body is essential to life. In this course, the principles of fluid mechanics are applied to the solution of a variety of biological flows; such as, blood flow in large arteries and in the capillary bed, and air flow in the lung. Diseases caused by the interruption of normal flow patterns are also considered. Both analytical and numerical solution methods are discussed. Three credits. Cross-listed with MECG 536.
Introduction to optimization problems; mathematical preliminaries; unconstrained nonlinear optimization; one-dimensional search methods; equality and inequality constrained nonlinear optimization; linear programming; engineering applications to cost minimization, optimum system design and operation.
Overview of thermodynamic concepts, application of the concept of availability to improve efficiency of gas and vapor power generation systems. Thermodynamics of reacting systems as related to combustion of hydrogen and hydrocarbon fuels. Overview of nuclear reactions and solar energy as energy sources. Environmental impact of power plant operation. Introduction to innovative energy sources such as thermoelectric, photoelectric, electrochemical, wind, tidal and geothermal energy. Prerequisite: Senior Status.
Review of fundamentals of fluid mechanics, dimensional analysis, classification and characteristics of turbomachines, component efficiencies, incompressible and compressible turbomachines; hydraulic and wind turbines. Prerequisite: Senior Status.
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and experience to design and build mechatronic systems. The course covers basic transducer operation, controller design and programming, a-to-d and d-to-a issues, and motor selection and use. The course also introduces the students to basic programmable logic controller (PLC) systems and ladder logic. Pre-Reg: MECH312.
Indoor air quality and human comfort, economy and environmental protection requirements. Heating and cooling loads. Introduction to equipment selection and system analysis.
Fundamentals of combustion processes, thermochemistry, equilibrium, adiabatic flame temperature calculations, thermodynamic cycle analyses and performance estimations of turbojets, turbofans, turboshaft, and ramjet engines, preliminary design of liquid and solid propellant rockets.
