MEC-ENGR 385      System Dynamics
Kinematics of mechanical systems. Introduction to the modeling and analysis of dynamic mechanical systems. Computer analysis. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 285, MATH 345 or ME 272
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 390      Engineering Coop/Internship
Students may participate in structured Engineering Coop/ Internship under the supervision of employer. They must carry out significant professional responsibilities and whatever additional assignments are determined by the employer.
Credits: 0 hours
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MEC-ENGR 399      Heat And Mass Transfer
Fundamentals of conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer. Use of nondimensional parameters. Theory of heat exchangers. Mass transfer. Prerequisites: ME 360, Math 345 or ME 272
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 400      Problems
Special design, experimental and analytical problems in mechanical engineering.
Credits: 1-6 hours
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MEC-ENGR 401      Topics In Mechanical Engineering
Current and new technical developments in mechanical engineering.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 409      Fundamentals of Engineering Review
This course consists of a series of lectures given by different professors and is intended as a review class for all the subjects included in the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. Classes specifically focus on the review of equations and formulas included in the reference handbook published by NCEES. Lectures given using PowerPoint presentations will be posted on blackboard each week. All lectures are NOT given using PowerPoint presentations and it is the students' responsibility to obtain the notes of those classes in case they were not able to attend the class.
Credits: 1 hours
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MEC-ENGR 411      Introduction to Biomechanics
This course is to provide students with an introduction to the engineering principles of biomechanics. Following a general introduction to anatomical terminology, students will be exposed to three primary sub-disciplines of biomechanics including kinetics and kinematics of human movement, muscle mechanics, and biomaterials. Students will become familiar with measurement techniques and current research being done within each of these units through lectures and in-class discussions and presentations of relevant journal articles. A final semester project, culminating in a NIH-style research proposal, will be developed throughout the semester in one of the three units presented.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 412      Biodynamics
Introduction to musculoskeletal biomechanics including: computational biomechanics, movement simulation, motor control and musculoskeletal tissues.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 413      Bioinstrumentation of Human Motion
The purpose of this course is to provide an opportunity for students to gain a hands-on, in-depth understanding of the kinematic, and electromyographic measurement and analysis techniques used to quantify biomechanics of human motion. Students will also be introduced to neurological measurement techniques used to quantify brain activity related to the biomechanical components of human motion. To prepare for these topics, a review of data sampling and signal procession theory will be provided.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 414      Material Science For Advanced Applications
Study of the physical and mechanical metallurgy of alloy systems of interest in engineering applications.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 415      Feedback Control Systems
Introduction to feedback control theory for linear dynamic systems. Topics include root locus analysis, frequency response analysis, and controller design.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 420      Human Powered Vehicle Design Lab
Introduction to the science of human powered vehicles (HPV) providing the background necessary for the design of such vehicles. Students will learn and utilize engineering design practices and apply them toward the creation of an aerodynamic, highly engineered land based HPV.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 424      Non-Metallic Engineering Materials
Structures, properties and applications of ceramics, glasses, cermets, polymers and composite materials.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 431      Experimental Methods In Fluid Flow & Heat Transfer
Laboratory experiments involving fundamental mechanisms and phenomena associated with fluid flow and heat transfer. Current experimental methods and techniques employed.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 440      Heating And Air Conditioning
General principles of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics are used to calculate building loads, size equipment and ducts, and evaluate system performance in maximizing human comfort. Consideration of indoor air quality and human health.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 441      Intermediate Fluid Mechanics
Topics in potential and viscous flow theory, and computational fluid dynamics.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 444      Composite Materials
A survey of composite materials used in engineering, emphasizing fiber-reinforced composites as well as laminate and particulate composites.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 447      Contracts And Law For Engineers
Law of contracts, including types, construction, interpretation, performance, and termination. Construction and Engineering service contracts: Proposals, general and financial conditions, specifications and drawings. Corporate and professional and personal liability, insurance and bonds, property, evidence, arbitration and mediation.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 449      Environmental Compliance, Auditing & Permitting
Statues, regulations and permitting for air hazardous wastes and storage tanks. Asbestos, radon, EMF, and emerging areas of regulatory concern. Siting issues. Criminal and civil enforcement.
Credits: 3 hours
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MEC-ENGR 451      Power Plant Design
Preliminary component and system design. Optimum design of boilers, steam turbines, condensers and cooling towers and their integration into a system to minimize production costs and impact on the environment.
Credits: 3 hours
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