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Technical Electives
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Course Descriptions
- MECE 3385- Mechanical Vibrations
Undamped and damped, free and forced vibrations of single degree of freedom systems with design applications to base excitation, unbalance, rotating shafts, isolation and absorption; multi-degree of freedom systems, continuous systems; transient response; numerical techniques used to analyze alternate designs and propose optimum solutions. Prerequisites: MATH 2401, MATH 3349, and MECE 2304.
Return to top - MECE 4304 - Automatic Control Systems
Classical control methods for linear-time-invariant systems are investigated including lead-lag, PID, and state-feedback controllers. Time- and frequency-domain methods including transfer functions, stability analysis, time and frequency response, root locus, and Bode plots are used to design and analyze automatic controllers for mechanical systems. The course also includes an introduction to modern control theory. Prerequisites: MATH 3349 and MECE 2304.
Return to top - MECE 4305 - Vehicle Systems Modeling and Control
This course covers the essential modeling and control principles needed to enable students to apply basic mathematics and physics concepts to derive models for numerical simulation of ground vehicle systems and to virtually prototype automatic controls for automotive applications. Prerequisites: MECE 2304 and MATH 3349.
Return to top - MECE 4315 - Compressible Fluid Flow
Analysis of the flow of compressible fluids by means of the momentum equation, continuity equation, and the laws of thermodynamics and some application of thermodynamic laws to incompressible fluids. Prerequisite: MECE 3315.
Return to top - MECE 4316 - Introduction to Acoustics
Course is designed to develop an understanding of the fundamentals of acoustics, such as traveling waves in one- and two-dimensions, the derivation and nature of the fundamental fluid acoustic equations, the phenomena associated with reflection, transmission, radiation, reception, absorption, and attenuation of sound, and the phenomena associated with cavities and waveguides, including sound propagation in pipes, resonators, and filters. Prerequisites: MATH 2401, MATH 3349, and MECE 3315.
Return to top - MECE 4320 - Introduction to Mechatronics
This course will introduce students to the analysis, design, and implementation of mechatronics systems. Mechatronics is an interdisciplinary engineering area that comprises the integration of mechanical engineering, electronics, control systems, and computer science, which together contribute to design smart products and processes. Different topics in mechatronics, such as DC motors, stepper motors, H-bridges, PIC microcontrollers, and others, will be covered in class and complementary experiments will be performed in the laboratory. $20 lab fee. Prerequisites: ELEE 3306 and MECE 3320.
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- MECE 4322- Introduction to the Practice of Finite Elements
This course is an introduction to finite element theory, and truss, beam, and plate element formulation for linear static analysis. Application of boundary conditions, element convergence, isoparametric formulation, and gauss quadrature are also examined. This course is design oriented, with a substantial component involving the use of a commercial software package. Prerequisites: MECE 3321 and MECE 3350.
Return to top - MECE 4323- Introduction to Combustion Engineering
Role of combustion in energy, environment and fire problems in thermochemistry; Fuels (Gas, Liquid and Solids); Chemical kinetics; Combustion of gaseous and vaporized fuels (flames); Pollutant emmisions; Modern measurements. Prerequisites: MECE 2335.
Return to top - MECE 4324- Energy Systems, Analysis and Design
This course deals with the analysis, design and simulation of practical energy systems including: piping systems, heat exchangers, pumps, fans, and nozzles. Prerequisites: MECE 2335, MECE 3315, MECE 3360 (or co-requisite).
Return to top - MECE 4325 - Composite Material Design
An introduction to the theory of mechanics of solids for elastic and viscoelastic composite materials. Emphasis on analysis and design of structural laminate composite including failure mechanism, e.g., fatigue, delamination and dynamics of composites including effective moduli and material damping. Students may not receive credit for both MECE 4325 and MECE 4345. Prerequisites: MECE 2440 and MECE 3321.
Return to top - MECE 4326 - Introduction to Ceramics Engineering
An introduction to the science and engineering of ceramic materials. Basic chemistry, structure, and properties of engineering ceramics are covered. The unique, probability based, design rules for engineering with these brittle materials are a special focus. Extensive time is devoted to special topics including electronic ceramics, distinctives of ceramic applications, and bioceramics. Prerequisites: MECE 2440 and MECE 3321.
Return to top - MECE 4327- Intermediate Materials Engineering
This course explores advanced topics in materials science and engineering. Coverage includes ceramic materials, electronic and electrical properties of materials and the newest nano-scale materials. Prerequisites: MECE 2440 and MECE 3321.
Return to top - MECE 4328 - Polymer Engineering
Introductory course designed to provide engineering students with a polymer materials science background that will enable them to design polymer components. Prerequisite: MECE 2440.
Return to top - MECE 4329 - Introduction to Nanotechnology
Course designed to introduce nanotechnology and nanoscience as well as to study the wide variety of technologies and potential applications that fall under the nanotech umbrella. This course provides an opportunity for the students to foster creative thinking given the vast potential in the area. Prerequisite: MECE 2440.
Return to top - MECE 4330 - Introduction to Physical Metallurgy
Fall Course designed to introduce nanotechnology and nanoscience as well as to study the wide variety of technologies and potential applications that fall under the nanotech umbrella. This course provides an opportunity for the students to foster creative thinking given the vast potential in the area. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in MECE 2340
Return to top - MECE 4333 - Topics in Mechanical Engineering
Fall, Spring, Summer Intermediate topics in the Mechanical Engineering disciplines will be presented. The topics will be changed by demand. Prerequisite: Junior standing in engineering or consent of Instructor.
Return to top - MECE 4360 - Solar Energy
Fundamentals of solar energy system modeling, analysis, design, and testing. Solar radiation, design and analysis of low and high temperature applications, passive and active solar thermal engineering, solar properties of materials, design of solar collectors, experimental testing of collector performance, energy storage systems. Prerequisites: MECE 3320 and MECE 3360.
Return to top - MECE 4365- Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Design
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning of buildings for human comfort or industrial processes; design selectio, construction equipment and refrigeration systems. Prerequisites: MECE 3315 and credit for or enrollment in MECE 3360.
Return to top - MECE 4380 - Introduction to Computational Biomechanics
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the anatomy and functional anatomy of the human upper and lower extremities. The material is covered in a modular, challenge-based format in which the investigation of the musculoskeletal mechanics of the various joints comprising the upper and lower extremities follows a specific sequence of learning activities designed to answer a challange(s) concerning that joint(s). Challenges include: What strength is required to hold the iron cross position in gymnastics? How do your leg muscles activate when you walk? How high can you jump? Can you tear your ACL in a voluntary knee extension excercise? Prerequisite: MECE 2304.
Return to top - MECE 4381- Orthopedic Biomechanics
Spring Course designed to study loads and motion in the musculoskeletal system, tissue mechanics, structural analysis, bone implant systems, total knee replacements, articulating surfaces, introduction to computational packages in orthopedic biomechanics, computer aided design of implants, and finite element analysis. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in MECE 2304 and MATH 3349 or MECE 3450.
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