USP Codes are listed in brackets by the 1991 USP code followed by the 2003 USP code (i.e. [M2<>QB]).

2020 [2010]. Design of Experiments Lab. 2.  A laboratory course designed to introduce students to basic experimental concepts in the context of statics and dynamics. The development of skills in report writing, experimental design, utilization of productivity software, interpersonal teamwork and fundamental statistics are emphasized. Prerequisites: ES 2120; companion course ENGL 2005 for WB credit. (Offered both semesters)

2160 [2140]. Fluids Laboratory. 2. A laboratory course to present experimental techniques, develop laboratory and interpersonal teamwork skills, and demonstrate some of the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics. Prerequisites: ES 2330 and ME 2020. (Offered both semesters)

3010. Intermediate Mechanics of Materials. 3. Expansion of the principles of solid mechanics: stress, strain, principal stresses, elastic and plastic behavior, failure theories and the use of energy methods. Analysis and design of thick-walled pressure vessels, noncircular cross sections under torsion, nonsymmetric beams under bending and curved beams. Prerequisite: ES 2410. (Offered both semesters)

3020. System Dynamics. 3. Theoretical and experimental study of the dynamics of linear and non-linear lumped parameter models of mechanical, electrical, electronic, fluid, thermal and mixed systems. Prerequisites: ME 2020, ES 2210, and MATH 2310. (Normally offered fall semester)

3040. Thermodynamics II. 3. Consideration of advanced thermodynamic topics including Maxwell's relations, compressible flow, and combustion. Applications to design of refrigeration cycles, humidification systems, and Rankine cycles. Prerequisite: ES 2310. (Normally offered fall semester)

3170. Machine Design. 3. Application of engineering mechanics and materials science to the analysis and design of mechanical components such as bolted connections, springs, gears, bearings and shafts. Design for dynamic loading conditions. Principles of hydrodynamic lubrication. Introduction to computer-aided design. Case studies with appropriate topics. Prerequisite: ME 3010. (Normally offered spring semester)

3360 [4360]. Fundamentals of Transport Phenomena. 3.  Basic concepts of heat and mass transfer and their applications to problems involving engineering analysis and design.  Topics include steady-state and transient conduction, free and forced convection (heat and mass), radiation and heat exchangers.  Cross listed with ARE 3360. Prerequisites: ES 2310, 2330 and MATH 2310. (Offered both semesters)

3400 [3800]. Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning of Buildings. 3. Qualitative and quantitative study in concepts of basic air-conditioning with focus on buildings including building envelope, moist air thermodynamics, human comfort, thermal load calculations, thermal behavior of buildings, HVAC systems/equipment, and design of space air-conditioning and its relationship to architectural design. Cross listed with ARE 3400.  Prerequisites:  ES 2310.

3450 [ES 3450]. Properties of Materials. 3. Mechanical, electrical, thermal and chemical properties of materials. Theoretical treatment of structure of solids and design for specified properties. Laboratory. Prerequisite: ES 2310. (Normally offered fall semester)

4010. Mechanical Vibrations. 3. The theory of single and multi-degree-of-freedom systems with an introduction to continuous systems. Determination of equations of motion, including natural frequency for free vibration and amplitude of forced vibration. Design of discrete and continuous systems for transient and harmonic excitations. Prerequisites: ES 2120, ES 2410 and MATH 2310. (Normally offered fall semester)

4020. Design of Mechanical/Electronic Systems. 3. Theoretical and experimental study of sensors and actuators, interfacing sensors and actuators to a microcomputer, discrete and continuous controller design, analog and digital electronics, and real-time programming for control. Prerequisites: ME 3020. (Normally offered spring semester)

4040. Introduction to Finite Elements. 3. An introduction to the theory and application of finite elements to the solution of various problems with emphasis on structural mechanics. The course includes the development of the underlying matrix equations, the treatment of element generation and properties, and implementation of boundary conditions. Prerequisites: ME 3010 and MATH 2310.

4060 [3070]. Systems Design I. 3. First of a two-course design sequence constituting a capstone design experience.  Student multidisciplinary teams prepare a project proposal or SOQ, generate a morphological study of their project, and prepare project plans and specifications.  Project management methods are also presented. Prerequisites: ME 3170 and 3360. (Normally offered spring semester)

4070. Systems Design II. 3. [W3<>WC] Continuation of a two-course design sequence.  The design teams refine their designs, fabricate the project, test the project for compliance with the design specifications, write a comprehensive engineering design report including socioeconomic factors, and prepare and deliver a presentation of the project in a public forum. Prerequisites: ME 4060 and WB. (Normally offered spring semester)

4100. Manufacturing Processes. 3. Details of manufacturing processes used in production of metal, plastic and ceramic components with an emphasis on science and mechanics of processes. Prerequisites: ME 3010 and ME 3450.

4210. Introduction to Composite Materials. 3. Applications, mechanical properties and fabrication of fiber reinforced composite materials; stress analysis of laminated, anisotropic composite structures; study of special problems unique to composites. Prerequisite: ME 3010. (Normally offered fall semester)

4215. Composite Materials Design and Manufacturing. 3. Introduction to composite material manufacturing processes. Aspects of constituent material production, as well as design and fabrication of components using composite materials. Laboratory exercises, such as laminating, filament winding, pultrusion and compression molding. Final design and manufacturing class project. Prerequisites: ME 3010 and 4210. (Normally offered spring semester)

4240. Gas Dynamics I. 3. Thermodynamics of a compressible fluid; one-dimensional isentropic flow, normal and oblique shocks, expansion wave, flows with friction, and heat transfer. Prerequisites: ES 2310 and 2330. (Normally offered fall semester)

4340. Gas Turbine Engines. 3. Thermodynamic analysis and design of ground-based and aero-propulsion gas turbine engines. Prerequisites: ES 2310 and 2330. (Normally offered spring semester)

4350. Airplane Aerodynamics and Flight. 3. Introduce students to the fundamentals of airfoil and wing design, airplane aerodynamics, and airplane stability. Links these fundamental ideas to the design and performance of real aircraft. Prerequisites: ES 2330. (Normally offered spring semester)

4430. HVAC System Analysis. 3. Engineering design and performance analysis procedures for commercial building mechanical systems including energy conservation techniques. Relationship to aesthetic, architectural and structural elements are considered. Cross listed with ARE 4430. Prerequisite: ARE 3400 and ARE/ME 3360 or concurrent enrollment and ARE 4450 or concurrent enrollment. ( Normally offered alternate spring semesters)

4450 [3110]. Principles of Materials Selection. 3. A review of the economic and engineering aspects of materials selection. And a detailed study of the properties, applications and limitations of engineering materials systems. Emphasis is on metal alloy systems, but non-metallics are included. Forming and joining processes are outlined. Prerequisite: ME 3450. (Normally offered spring semester)

4470. Alternative Energy Sources and Applications. 3. An introduction to energy conversion systems likely to become significant sources of energy in the coming decades is presented.  Some specific areas that will be discussed include existing energy demands and policy, origin of energy, wind, solar, biomass, and nuclear energy, and energy storage.  This course is typically offered every 3^rd semester.  Cross listed with ARE 4470.  Prerequisite:  ME/ARE 3360.

4474. Topics in Mechanical Engineering I. 1-3 (Max. 6). Directed research in mechanical engineering. Prerequisite: junior standing in engineering. (Offered both semesters)

4480. Building Air and Hydronic Systems. 3. Design and analysis of building air and hydronic systems with focus on the application, design and analysis of thermal energy distribution systems (air and hydronic systems) for building space air conditioning. Requires enrollment in associated laboratory session. Cross listed with ARE 4480. Prerequisite: ARE/ME 4430.

4490. Modeling and Optimization of Energy Systems. 3. Application of principles of thermodynamics, fluids, and heat and mass transfer in the component and system-level design of energy/thermal systems, including modeling, simulation and optimization techniques. Examples are drawn from building environmental control, energy conversion and thermal industrial processes. Students work on projects for integration of these components in the design of energy/thermal systems. Requires enrollment in associated laboratory session. Cross listed with ARE 4490. Prerequisites: ARE/ME 3360 and 3400.

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