| EGPP-101 |
Introduction to Engineering |
2 Credits |
Provides information on engineering education, the engineering profession, and basic concepts and tools. Introduces the engineering design process and provides the opportunity for students to complete engineering design projects.
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| MEEG-102 |
Introduction to Engineering II |
0 Credit |
Continuation of EGPP-101.
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| MEEG-l03 |
Engineering Graphics |
2 Credits |
Introduction to engineering drawing and descriptive geometry, space visualization and coordinate systems, conventions, projection drawings, freehand sketching, vectors, and graphical mathematics. Freehand, instrument, and computer techniques are used.
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| MEEG-204 |
Introduction to Solid Mechanics |
3 Credits |
Presents basic concepts of stress and strain of deformable bodies, state of stress and strain, Mohr�s circle, and bending of prismatic bars, among other topics. Prereq.: CIEG-202; coreq.: MATH-159.
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| MEEG-206 |
Solid Mechanics Laboratory |
1 Credit |
Emphasizes measurements of stress, strain, and displacements for solid beams in tension, compression, flexure and torsion. Coreq.: MEEG-204.
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| MEEG-301 |
System Dynamics |
3 Credits |
Lumped parameter mathematical modeling of physical systems, analysis using analytical and computer means. Introduction to feedback control and simple control schemes such as position, derivative, etc. Prereqs.: CIEG-302, MATH-159.
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| MEEG-302 |
Automatic Controls |
3 Credits |
Transfer function and state variable representation of physical systems open loop and closed loop control concepts. Time domain and frequency domain analysis. Stability analysis - Routh Hurwitz, Nyquist criteria, root locus method, system specifications, system design with state variable feedback (time domain) and series compensation (frequency domain). Prereqs.: MEEG-301, MEEG-303.
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| MEEG-303 |
Mathematical Methods in Mechanical Engineering |
3 Credits |
Includes mathematical methods of engineering, vector operations and field theory, matrix analysis, orthogonal curvilinear coordinates, Fourier Series and Fourier Integrals. Prereqs.: MATH-159, MATH-158.
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| MEEG-305 |
Thermodynamics |
3 Credits |
Presents basic thermodynamic concepts and definition, laws of thermodynamics, properties of pure substances, and entropy and availability. Introduction to statistical thermodynamics. Prereq.: PHYS-014.
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| MEEG-306 |
Applied Thermodynamics |
3 Credits |
Study of mixtures, combustion, power cycles, gas turbines, and compressors; reciprocating engines, refrigeration, and reactive systems. Introduction to Onsager�s relations and direct energy conversion. Laboratory work included. Prereq.: MEEG-305, MEEG-307.
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| MEEG-307 |
Fluid Mechanics I |
3 Credits |
Includes properties and mechanics of fluids; kinematics; and control volume continuity, momentum, and moment of momentum equations. Prereqs.: MATH-159 and CIEG-302.
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| MEEG-308 |
Aerofluid Dynamics |
3 Credits |
Potential flow theory and compressible flow; circulation, vorticity and wing theory, shock waves, expansion waves and nozzles; introduction to boundary layer theory and applications. Prereqs.: MEEG-305, MEEG-307.
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| MEEG-309 |
Material Science |
3 Credits |
Correlation of the structure of metals, ceramics, and organic materials with their mechanical and physical properties; control of the properties by modifying the microstructure, and stability of materials in service environments. Prereqs. CHEM-003, PHYS-014, MATH-158.
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| MEEG-3l2 |
Instrumentation |
3 Credits |
Deals with basic principles associated with the performance of measurement systems. Nature of experimental error, uncertainty analysis, statistical treatment of experimental data; computer based data acquisition. Prereq.: ELEG-204, ELEG-310, MATH-159.
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| MEEG-3l3 |
Engineering Economics |
2 Credits |
Covers simple economic studies involving annual cost, present worth, rate of return, and depreciation and intangible aspects as related to decisions between alternatives economic life.
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| MEEG-314 |
Design of Engineering Systems |
3 Credits |
Covers design methodology, design for manufacture, engineering documentation, project management, engineering economics, reliability, safety and ethics in design. Group design projects are required. Prereq.: MEEG-102, MEEG-103, SYCS-165.
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| MEEG-316 |
Aerostructures |
3 Credits |
Static analysis of aerospace structures; external loading and environment; failure theories of materials; deflection of unsymmetrical cross-section beams; thermal stress; torsion of thin-walled sections; stiffened shell structures, buckling of columns and plates; introduction to dynamic analysis. Prereqs.: MEEG-303, MEEG-204, SYCS-165.
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| MEEG-318 |
Propulsion |
3 Credits |
Power cycles, combustion fundamentals, aircraft and missile propulsion, engines compressors and turbines. Prereqs.: MEEG-305, MEEG-307; coreq.: MEEG-308.
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| MEEG-40l |
Experimentation |
1 Credit |
General concepts associated with computer-based data acquisition such as digital to analog conversion, interrupts, aliasing and other sampling errors. Prereq.: MEEG-312.
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| MEEG-403 |
Heat Transfer |
3 Credits |
Analytical and numerical treatment of heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation; steady and unsteady state heat flow; condensing vapors; and boiling liquids. Prereqs.: MEEG-305, MEEG-303, MEEG-307, SYCS-165.
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| MEEG-407 |
Mechanical Design I |
3 Credits each |
Treats stress analysis and failure theories under steady and variable loading as related to the design of mechanical elements and machines; design of screws, bolts, welded and bonded joints, mechanical springs, shafts, and axles. Prereq.: MEEG-204, MEEG-309.
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| MEEG-408 |
Mechanical Design II |
3 Credits each |
Discusses frictional and wear considerations in design of mechanical systems. Also covers design of rolling contact bearing, journal bearings, spur, helical, bevel, and worm gears, clutches and brakes, flexible mechanical elements; hydrodynamic lubrication. Prereq.: MEEG-407.
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| MEEG-418 |
Vibration Analysis |
3 Credits |
Covers single DOF, two DOF and multi-DOF systems vibration analysis, exact solutions, mode shape functions, numerical solutions and software packages. Prereqs.: MEEG-301, MEEG-303.
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| MEEG-4l9 |
Computer-Aided Design |
3 Credits |
Fundamentals of computer graphics including two and three-dimensional geometrical transformations, curve and surface generation, Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and solid modeling, finite element analysis (FEA) with direct and variational approaches, FEA software and optimization. Prereqs.: MEEG-204, MEEG-303 and SYCS-165.
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| MEEG-420 |
Systems and Vibrations Laboratory |
1 Credit |
Laboratory experiments in the areas of system dynamics, vibrations and control. Prereq.: MEEG-301.
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| MEEG-432 |
Mechanical Equipment of Buildings |
3 Credits |
For non-mechanical engineering majors. Design of water supply, plumbing and drainage, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. Prereq.: PHYS-013.
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| MEEG-437 |
Microprocessor Applications |
3 Credits |
Provides an overview of micro-processors and peripherals. Teaches use of basic tools and the confidence to evaluate the suitability of microcomputer software and hardware to satisfy a variety of needs. Prereqs.: same as ELEG-416 or ELEG-310 and permission of the instructor.
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| MEEG-438 |
Environmental Control |
3 Credits |
Analysis and design of heating, cooling, ventilation, and air distribution systems, including physiological and climatic factors, along with such new concepts of thermal systems as solar energy, total energy, and energy conservation. Prereq.: Senior Standing.
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| MEEG-439 |
Computer-Aided Manufacturing |
4 Credits |
Lectures examines fundamentals of machining and numerical control, economics of automation, numerical control programming, computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) and industrial robots as related to CIM; Laboratory provides hands on experience in manual and computer-assisted part programming, CNC milling and turning and robotics. Prereqs.: SYCS-165, MEEG-419.
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| MEEG-441 |
Senior Project I |
3 Credits |
Team design study of current interest under supervision of faculty members. Report must be submitted for review by mechanical engineering faculty before graduation. Coreq.: MEEG-407.
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| MEEG-442 |
Senior Project II |
3 Credits |
Team design study. Continuation of MEEG-441. Prereq.: MEEG-441.
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| MEEG-443 |
E.I.T. Review |
0 Credits |
Review course. Prepares student for the Engineers-In-Training examination.
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| MEEG-444 |
Robotics |
3 Credits |
Kinematics and dynamics of robot manipulators, robot programming languages, structural members; fatigue, creep, and stress team or design study of current interest Prereqs.: MEEG-302, MEEG-303, SYCS-165.
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| MEEG-461 |
Energy Engineering I |
4 Credits |
Introduction to modern energy sources useful for engineering applications. Includes fossil, nuclear, solar, wind, geothermal and biomass. Prereq.: MEEG-305.
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| MEEG-462 |
Energy Engineering II |
4 Credits |
Analysis of current practices governing use of energy sources. Effective utilization and economic considerations are discussed. New and emerging technologies (such as synfuels and cogeneration) are discussed. Prereq.: MEEG-306.
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| MEEG-499 |
Special Topics |
3 Credits |
Deals with current topics of interest to mechanical engineers. Independent study may be arranged. Prereq.: Department approval before registration.
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| MEEG-900 |
Engineering Practice |
3 Credits |
For students enrolled in the Cooperative Education Program during time spent in industry. Credit may be awarded based on evaluation of employer(s) and a written report by the student.
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