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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING MEE 205. Mechatronics. 3 Hours

This course provides an introduction to the cross-disciplinary topic
of Mechatronics, a blend of Mechanical, Electrical, and Computer
Courses Engineering. Topics include principles of linear circuit analysis and
problem solving techniques (both analytical and computer solutions)
MEE 101. Introduction to Mechanical Engineering II. 0 Hours
associated with analog circuits containing both passive and active
Second semester of introduction to Mechanical Engineering. Seminars
components. Students are introduced to DC, AC, and transient circuit
on course selection, campus policies, safety, and health. Introductions to
analyses. In addition to these fundamentals, the “mechatronics
campus services for learning, counseling, coop and job placement.
emphasis” involves practical experience in creating robotic and
MEE 104L. Solid Modeling in Design. 2 Hours automated systems. Related to its Integrative component within CAP,
Introduction to engineering graphics and visualization. Instruction on students discuss and reflect on the social impact such technology
sketching methods and proper techniques for parametric, solid modeling has within their lives, their future profession, and the world as a whole.
using computer aided design (CAD) software. Students will interpret and Building upon the course's role as an elective within the Engineering
develop technical drawings that are used to communicate mechanical in Human Rights Minor, these reflections focus on the role that
designs. mechatronics can and should play to foster human rights, such as
MEE 114L. Introduction to Programming. 1 Hour protecting people from “dull, dirty, and dangerous” work, or ensuring
Introduction to applications and use of computer programs for how designers in mechatronics do not contribute to human rights
mechanical engineers with concentration on spreadsheets, plotting, data violations. Ultimately, students scaffold their knowledge through a series
manipulation and basic programming. of microprocessor programming modules which culminate in student
teams designing, fabricating, and programming an autonomous system
MEE 198. Research & Innovation Laboratory. 0-6 Hours
that could contribute to the enjoyment of human rights. Prerequisites:
Students participate in (1) selection and design, (2) investigation and
MTH 168 and MEE 114L.
data collection, (3) analysis, and (4) presentation of a research project.
Research can include, but is not limited to, developing an experiment, MEE 214. Programming for Mechanical Engineers. 3 Hours
collecting and analyzing data, surveying and evaluating literature, Detailed introduction to solving engineering problems through
developing new tools and techniques including software, and surveying, computational methods. Fundamentals of programming in MATLAB
brainstorming, and evaluating engineering solutions and engineering involving arrays, functions, decision making, loops, and graphing.
designs. Proposals from teams of students will be considered. Emphasis on numerical methods that are applied in engineering.
Prerequisites: MTH 169; MEE 114L.
MEE 202. Engineering Thermodynamics. 3 Hours
This course provides an introduction to engineering thermodynamics, MEE 225. Introduction to Flight. 3 Hours
emphasizing the vital importance of energy generation and efficiency An introductory course designed to provide students with a basic
from the perspective of the Mechanical Engineering discipline. State understanding of the multitude of disciplines that comprise the
descriptions of pure substances and mixtures. Control volume analysis aeronautical engineering profession. A background and brief history of
and conservation principles applied to systems with respect to mass, flight are covered. Foundational knowledge of aerodynamics, propulsion,
energy, and entropy with applications to power, refrigeration and other aerostructures, aircraft performance and aerospace vehicle design.
energy conversion systems. Introduces a common problem-solving Laboratory included. Prerequisite(s): PHY 206.
approach and processes to address real, open ended problems and MEE 230. Introduction to Biomechanics. 3 Hours
creative application of theory. Prerequisites: MTH 168. Introduction to the field of biomechanical engineering with an emphasis
MEE 204. Introduction to Robot Design. 3 Hours on human movement. Application of engineering concepts to solve
Mechanical design aspects of robotic and automation systems. clinical, occupational, and sports biomechanics problems with a focus
Employing the innovation process as applied to automation systems on experimental data analysis, kinematics, research, product design, and
with an emphasis on detailed mechanical design techniques, standards technical reporting. Corequisite: EGR 201 or permission of instructor.
and guidelines. Experience is gained by completing individual and team Prerequisite(s): PHY 206 or permission of instructor.
design projects. Prerequisite(s): EGR 103 and MEE 104L. MEE 298. Research & Innovation Laboratory. 0-6 Hours
Students participate in (1) selection and design, (2) investigation and
data collection, (3) analysis, and (4) presentation of a research project.
Research can include, but is not limited to, developing an experiment,
collecting and analyzing data, surveying and evaluating literature,
developing new tools and techniques including software, and surveying,
brainstorming, and evaluating engineering solutions and engineering
designs. Proposals from teams of students will be considered.
MEE 300. Professional Development for Juniors. 0 Hours
Presentations on contemporary mechanical engineering subjects by
students, faculty, and engineers in active practice; student involvement
in professional and service activities. Registration required of all MEE
juniors. Prerequisite(s): MEE 200 or COP 200 or EGR 200.
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MEE 308. Fluid Mechanics. 3 Hours MEE 409. Aerospace Structures. 3 Hours
An introductory course in fluid mechanics. Fundamental concepts Structural properties of wing and fuselage sections. Nonsymmetrical
including continuity, momentum, and energy relations. Control volume bending of skin-stringer wing sections. Shear stresses in thin-walled and
analysis and differential formulations. Internal and external flows in skin-stringer multiple-celled sections. Deflection by energy methods.
laminar and turbulent regimes. Prerequisite(s): MEE 202 OR EGR 202. Introduction to finite element stiffness method. Prerequisite(s): EGM 303.
Corequisite(s): MTH 219.
MEE 410. Heat Transfer. 3 Hours
MEE 312. Engineering Materials I. 3 Hours Fundamentals of conduction, convection, and thermal radiation energy
Atomic structure, bonding, and arrangement in solids. Mechanical and transfer. Conduction of heat in steady and unsteady state. Principles
physical properties of solids, phase equilibria, and processing of solids. of boundary layer theory applicable to free and forced convection heat
Strengthening methods in solids, principles of material selection, and transfer for internal and external flows. Radiation analysis with and
characteristics of non-ferrous alloys, polymers, ceramic composites, and without convection and conduction. Prerequisite(s): MEE 308.
construction materials. MEE 413. Propulsion. 3 Hours
MEE 312L. Materials Laboratory. 1 Hour Principles of propulsive devices, aerothermodynamics, diffuser and
Conducting mechanical and physical tests on solids including, but nozzle flow, energy transfer in turbo-machinery; turbojet, turbo-fan, prop-
not limited to tension, compression, bending, hardness, and impact. fan engines; turbo-prop and turboshaft engines. RAM and SCRAM jet
Metallographic examination of surfaces. Test standards, data reduction, analysis and a brief introduction to related materials and air frame-
analysis, interpretation, and written and oral communication of test propulsion interaction. Prerequisite(s): (MEE 225; MEE 308) or instructor
results. Corequisite(s): MEE 312. permission.
MEE 321. Theory of Machines. 3 Hours MEE 417. Internal Combustion Engines. 3 Hours
Analysis and synthesis of mechanisms using analytical and computer- Combustion and energy release processes. Applications to spark and
based techniques. Applications include cams, gears, and linkages compression ignition, thermal jet, rocket, and gas turbine engines.
such as four-bar, slider-crank, and quick-return mechanisms. Gear train Emphasis on air pollution problems caused by internal combustion
specification and force analysis. Position, velocity, and acceleration engines. Idealized and actual cycles studied in preparation for laboratory
analysis and mechanical advantage of a wide variety of linkage systems. testing of I. C. engines. Prerequisite(s): EGR 202 or permission of
Prerequisites: EGR 201. Corequisites: MEE 214 or MEE 314 or ECE 203. instructor.
MEE 341. Engineering Experimentation. 3 Hours MEE 420. Energy Efficient Buildings. 3 Hours
Basic sensors and instrumentation, design of experiments, data Provides knowledge and skills necessary to design and operate healthier,
acquisition and processing, and uncertainty and statistical analysis more comfortable, more productive, and less environmentally destructive
of data. Measurement of strain, motion, pressure, temperature, flow buildings. A specific design target of E/3 (typical energy use divided
and sound. Measurement applications to engineering phenomena or by three) is established as a goal. Economic, thermodynamic, and
systems. Course will utilize a mix of lecture, laboratory experiments, and heat transfer analyses are utilized. Extensive software development.
demonstrations. Also a term project to provide design of experiment Prerequisite(s): MEE 410.
experience. Corequisites: EGR 203 or MEE 205 or ECE 201. MEE 421. Robot Modeling. 3 Hours
MEE 344. Manufacturing Processes. 3 Hours This course provides the fundamentals of modeling the movement of
Casting processes including casting defects and design of castings; spatial systems with a focus on robots, particularly industrial robots.
metal working processes such as extrusion, forging, rolling and wire Topics include planar and spatial robotics, forward kinematics including
drawing; sheet metal forming; welding processes; powder metallurgy the Denavit-Hartenberg formalism, inverse kinematics, manipulator
and design principles for P/M parts, metal removal processes; forming velocities and the robotics-specific Jacobian, static loads in robots,
and shaping plastics and composite materials; rapid prototyping. Design and the product-of-exponentials formalism. Prerequisites: MEE 321 or
principles for manufacturability. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite(s): (ECE 203 and third-year status in ECE).
MEE 312. MEE 425. Aerospace Design. 3 Hours
MEE 398. Research & Innovation Laboratory. 0-6 Hours Capstone Air Vehicle Design project that involves both individual and
Students participate in (1) selection and design, (2) investigation and team-based conceptual and preliminary design and sizing. This course
data collection, (3) analysis, and (4) presentation of a research project. integrates the knowledge acquired from the disciplinary subjects already
Research can include, but is not limited to, developing an experiment, taken (aerodynamics, aerospace structures, propulsion, flight dynamics
collecting and analyzing data, surveying and evaluating literature, and intro to flight) in order to size an air vehicle based on a set of
developing new tools and techniques including software, and surveying, requirements. Prerequisites: MEE 225; MEE 401 or AEE 501; MEE 440 or
brainstorming, and evaluating engineering solutions and engineering AEE 521 or permission of instructor.
designs. Proposals from teams of students will be considered. MEE 427. Mechanical Design I. 3 Hours
MEE 400. Professional Development for Seniors. 1 Hour Stress and deflection analysis of machine components; theories of
Presentations on contemporary mechanical engineering subjects by failure; fatigue failure of metals. Design and analysis of mechanical
students, faculty, and engineers in active practice; student involvement components such as gears, shafts, bearings and springs. Prerequisite(s):
in professional and service activities. Registration required of all MEE EGM 303; MEE 321.
seniors. Prerequisites: MEE 300 or COP 101.
MEE 401. Aerodynamics. 3 Hours
Fundamentals of steady and inviscid aerodynamic flows. Emphasis
on force and moment determination for airfoils and finite wings.
Prerequisite(s): MEE 308.
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MEE 428. Mechanical Design II. 3 Hours MEE 439. Dynamic Systems & Controls. 3 Hours
Advanced topics in stress and deflection analysis; analysis and design Dynamic systems modeling with special emphasis on mechanical
of mechanical elements such as gears, journal and ball bearings, belts, systems (one and two degrees of freedom). Covers both transfer
brakes, and clutches; principles of fracture mechanics; failure analysis; function and state space modeling techniques. Analogues drawn
machinery construction principles. Contemporary design methods and between mechanical, electrical, fluid, and thermal physical domains.
issues associated with the product development cycle. Prerequisite(s): System nonlinearities and model linearization methods are discussed.
MEE 427. Analytical solutions of linear ordinary differential equations using Laplace
transformation and state space theory. Feedback control theory, including
MEE 430. Biomechanical Engineering. 3 Hours
root locus and frequency response techniques. Prerequisite(s): EGM 202;
Application of engineering principles to clinical, occupational, and sports
MTH 219.
biomechanics topics. The course focuses on biomechanical analysis,
particularly kinematics and kinetics of human movement, with emphasis MEE 440. Flight Vehicle Performance. 3 Hours
on both research and product design. This course is intended to introduce the student to the flight mechanics
of aerospace vehicles. Some familiarity with aircraft performance,
MEE 431L. Multidisciplinary Design I. 2 Hours
static stability and control is assumed, but not required. We will use
Application of engineering fundamentals to sponsored multidisciplinary-
modern analysis methods to develop the topical details including: 1)
team design projects. In a combination of lecture and lab experiences,
a study of aerodynamics involved in-flight vehicle motion to obtain
students learn the product realization process and project management.
an understanding of influence coefficients; 2) use of linear algebra
Product realization topics include idea generation, proposal development,
to develop a rational approach to modeling aircraft dynamics; 3) an
design specifications, conceptualization and decision analysis. Project
introduction to modern control theory methodology; and 4) problems and
management topics include cost estimation and intellectual property
examples that illustrate the use of desktop computational tools currently
management. Design projects progress to the proof of concept and
available. Prerequisite(s): (EGM 202; MEE 225; MTH 219) or permission of
prototype development stages. Prerequisites: MEE Students: EGM 303
instructor.
and MEE 321, ECE students: ECE 303 and (ECE 304 or ECE 314).
Corequisites: (MEE 344 or MEE 473 or MEE 456 or MEE 401 or MEE 409). MEE 450. Experimental Methods in Biomechanics. 3 Hours
This course is focused on developing and applying advanced
MEE 432L. Multidisciplinary Design II. 3 Hours
experimentation skills with a specific focus on techniques associated
One hour lecture and five hours of lab per week. Detailed evaluation
with the study of human movement. Emphasis on equipment and
of the Product Realization Process focusing on conceptual design,
technology, data analysis and interpretation, statistical methods,
embodiment design, final design and prototyping is taught. Analysis
and technical reporting. Prerequisite(s): MEE 341 Engineering
of the design criteria for safety, ergonomics, environment, cost and
Experimentation or permission of instructor.
sociological impact is covered. Periodic oral and written status reports
are required. The course culminates in a comprehensive written report MEE 454. Biomechanical Modeling. 3 Hours
and oral presentation. Prerequisites: MEE majors: MEE 431L; CPE majors: The course will focus on biomechanical modeling, specifically,
ECE 431L and (2 of the following: ECE 334, ECE 340, CPS 356, ECE 449); computational modeling of the human body's bones, joints, and muscles
ELE majors: ECE 431L and (2 of the following: ECE 415, ECE 334, and the motion of the human body. Emphasis on representing aspects
ECE 340). of the body computationally (through equations and as mechanical
systems) and applying modeling and simulation to analyze the motion of
MEE 437. Autonomous Systems. 3 Hours
a human.
At the intersection of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and
computer science, autonomous systems involve the implementation of MEE 456. Energy Systems Engineering. 3 Hours
mechatronic technologies which operate independently (autonomously) This course is aimed at providing fundamental knowledge of
from human intervention. This course emphasizes the practical thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer in context of Energy
implementation of modern control systems for the purposes of creating Systems Engineering. A Just-in-Time approach to learning and applying
fully- or semi-autonomous systems. Topics include programming syntax these topics will be used. Projects will anchor all class activities. In
and structure, integration of peripherals (sensors and actuators) with addition to providing knowledge and experience of thermodynamics,
controllers, and data communications both within and external to the fluid mechanics, and heat transfer, this course seeks to provide students
systems. Equal mix of lecture and laboratory with significant time the analysis skills necessary to determine the importance of energy
dedicated to design projects. Prerequisite(s): (ECE 201 or EGR 203) and conversion technologies, with special emphasis on energy efficiency
(ECE 201L or EGR 203L) or MEE 205. and renewable energy (tidal, hydroelectric, wind, solar and geothermal).
Corequisite(s): MEE 410.
MEE 438. Applied Robotics. 3 Hours
Within this course, focus will be on project-based learning with robotic MEE 457. Building Energy Informatics. 3 Hours
systems. Extensive usage of student kits and industrial robotic platforms The focus of the course is the collection and analysis of energy data
will enable hands-on learning experiences, which will encourage students sets to reduce energy consumption and/or energy demand. Students will
to think critically and deepen their knowledge through experimentation. typically utilize monthly energy data from multiple buildings, real time
Using a combination of online learning content and classroom lectures, energy data, and building energy audit data. Students will disaggregate/
multiple comprehensive projects will be covered, such as a drawing robot, aggregate data to develop energy use benchmarks, identify priority
a webcam-controlled rover or industrial arm, and/or a self-balancing buildings/actions for energy reduction, identify problems, and estimate
motorcycle. Students will use software (MATLAB, Simulink, ROS) savings. Programming in Matlab and an introduction to sql dbase
programming to implement model-based design, control systems, image management are covered. Corequisite(s): MEE 410.
and signal processing, and more. The major learning objective is for
students to get prepared for real-life environments by using the same
tools as industry professionals. Prerequisites: MEE 321.
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MEE 460. Engineering Analysis. 3 Hours MEE 473. Renewable Energy Systems. 3 Hours
Engineering Analysis: Entry into AI-supported modeling of engineering Introduction to the impact of energy on the economy and environment.
systems. Emphasis on open-ended projects leading to data-based Engineering models of solar thermal and photovoltaic systems.
machine learning models and subsequent application of models to Introduction to wind power. Fuel cells and renewable sources of
develop new solutions and insights. Identification and problem definition hydrogen.
are relative to provided data. Classification and regression model
MEE 474. Sustainable Energy Systems in Developing Countries. 3 Hours
approaches are considered. Statistical analysis is used to characterize Overview of the importance of access to sustainable modern energy
model domain applicability, correlation, and co-linearity. Stacking benefits systems for developing countries. Both sustainable development and
to reduce over-fitting in model development is demonstrated. Post-model human rights will be important themes. Specific technologies will be
development analysis involving optimization and/or Monte Carlo analysis studied, along with the benefits and challenges of these technologies to
to quantify uncertainty is considered. Effective communication of sustainable energy systems, with comparisons made to current energy
modeling, simulation, results, and conclusions is expected. Prerequisites: systems. Energy system modeling will be used to explore options for
MTH 219. energy system transformation in selected Least Developed Countries
MEE 461. Solar Energy Engineering. 3 Hours (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
This course will cover the theory, design and application of two MEE 486. Human Movement Assessment. 3 Hours
broad uses of solar energy: (i) direct thermal and (ii) electrical energy Students will learn the practical skills to collect data about human
generation. The majority of the course will focus on thermal applications, movements. Students will learn the analysis skills to process that data
with emphasis on system simulation and design for buildings and other and extract important metrics from the data. Students will be able to
systems. This course will expose students to the development and use of create and interpret common biomechanical metrics such as kinematic
solar design and simulation tools. Most of the tools will be implemented profiles. Human movements related to clinical applications and sports
in Excel and TRNSYS, but students are welcome to use other software applications will be studied.
tools such as Engineering Equation Solver, (EES) or MATLAB. Some of the
class time will be devoted to demonstrate the development and use of MEE 490. Special Topics in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering. 3
these tools to solve homework problems. Corequisite(s): MEE 410. Hours
Particular assignments to be arranged and approved by the department
MEE 462. Geothermal Energy Engineering. 3 Hours chairperson.
This course will cover the theory and design of three broad uses of
geothermal energy: (i) heat pump applications, (ii) direct uses, and (iii) MEE 493. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours
electrical energy generation. The majority of the course will focus on heat Selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent,
pump applications, with emphasis on ground heat exchanger simulation original research study resulting in a document prepared for submission
and design for buildings and other systems. Closed-loop, open-loop, as a potential publication and a completed undergraduate thesis.
and hybrid geothermal heat pump systems will be examined. Heating, Restricted to students in University Honors Program.
cooling, and electricity generating applications using hot geothermal MEE 494. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours
reservoirs will also be discussed. This course will expose students to the Selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent,
development and use of geothermal design and simulation tools. Most original research study resulting in a document prepared for submission
of the tools will be implemented in Excel, but students are welcome to as a potential publication and a completed undergraduate thesis.
use other software tools such as Engineering Equation Solver (EES) or Restricted to students in University Honors Program. Prerequisite(s):
MATLAB. The course notes explain the development and use of these MEE 493.
tools, which will be used to solve homework problems. Corequisite(s):
MEE 498. Research & Innovation Laboratory. 0-6 Hours
MEE 410.
Students participate in (1) selection and design, (2) investigation and
MEE 463. Wind Energy Engineering. 3 Hours data collection, (3) analysis, and (4) presentation of a research project.
Introduction to wind energy engineering, including wind energy potential Research can include, but is not limited to, developing an experiment,
and its application to power generation. Topics include wind turbine collecting and analyzing data, surveying and evaluating literature,
components; turbine fluid dynamics and aerodynamics; turbine developing new tools and techniques including software, and surveying,
structures; turbine dynamics, wind turbine controls; fatigue; connection brainstorming, and evaluating engineering solutions and engineering
to the electric grid; maintenance; web site assessment; wind economics; designs. Proposals from teams of students will be considered.
and wind power legal, environmental, and ethical issues. Corequisite(s):
MEE 499. Special Problems in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering. 1-6
MEE 410.
Hours
MEE 464. Sustainable Energy Systems. 3 Hours Particular assignments to be arranged and approved by department
Survey of conventional fossil-fuel and renewable energy with an chairperson.
emphasis on system integration. Basic concepts of climate physics will
MEE 500. Advanced Engineering Analysis. 3 Hours
be addressed along with estimates of fossil resources. Corequisite(s):
Graduate-level course encompassing fundamental analytical concepts
MEE 410.
and methods of engineering analysis. Topics will be drawn based upon
MEE 472. Design for Environment. 3 Hours Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Vector Calculus, Tensor Analysis,
Emphasis on design for environment over the life cycle of a product Tensor Calculus, Fourier Analysis, and Partial Differential Equations with
or process, including consideration of the mining, processing, emphasis on their engineering applications in areas including Aerospace,
manufacturing, use, and post-life stages. Course provides knowledge Biomechanics, Design, Dynamics and Control, Materials, and Thermo-
and experience in invention for the purpose of clean design, life cycle Fluids.
assessment strategies to estimate the environmental impact of products
and processes, and cleaner manufacturing practices. Course includes a
major design project.
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MEE 501. Principles of Materials I. 3 Hours MEE 507. Materials for Advanced Energy Applications. 3 Hours
Structure of engineering materials from electronic to atomic Successful long-term application of many advanced energy technologies
and crystallographic considerations. Includes atomic structure is ultimately based on utilization of materials in 'real world' environmental
and interatomic bonding, imperfections, diffusion, mechanical conditions. The physical/mechanical properties and application of
properties, strengthening mechanisms, failure, phase diagrams, phase various materials (k.e. superalloys, refractory metal alloys, ceramics)
transformations and processing. Prerequisite(s): MTH 219; college being employed in advanced energy applications are discussed. Several
chemistry; college physics. advanced energy technologies (i.e. fuel cells, nuclear energy, and others)
are covered with emphasis on how the selection of advanced materials
MEE 502. Principles of Materials II. 3 Hours
enhances their commercial application. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501 and
Structure, behavior and processing of metal alloys, ceramics, polymers,
MAT 502 or permission of instructor.
and composites to include: mechanical behavior, corrosion, electrical,
magnetic, and optical properties. Prerequisite(s): MEE 501 or equivalent. MEE 508. Principles of Material Selections. 3 Hours
Basic scientific and practical considerations involved in the intelligent
MEE 503. Introduction to Continuum Mechanics. 3 Hours
selection of materials for specific applications. Impact of new
Tensors, calculus of variations, Lagrangian and Eulerian descriptions
developments in materials technology and analytical techniques.
of motion. General equations of continuum mechanics, constitutive
Prerequisite(s): MEE 501 or permission of instructor.
equations of mechanics, thermodynamics of continua. Specialization to
cases of solid and fluid mechanics. Prerequisite(s): EGM 303 or EGM 330. MEE 509. Introduction to Polymer Science-Thermoplastics. 3 Hours
Broad technical overview of the nature of synthetic macromolecules,
MEE 504. Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics. 3 Hours
including the formation of polymers and their structure - property
An advanced course in fluid mechanics with emphasis on the derivation
relationships, ploymer characterization and processing, and the
of conservation equations and the application of constitutive theory.
application of ploymers. Fundamental topics such as viscoelasticity, the
Navier-Stokes equations. Ideal fluid approximation. Exact and
glassy state, time-temperature superposition, polymer transitions, and
approximate solutions to classical viscous and inviscid problems.
free volume will also be reviewed. The course focuses on thermoplastic
Compressible and incompressible flows. Prerequisites: MEE 308 or
polymers. Prerequisite(s): Organic chemistry; college physics, differential
equivalent, or instructor permission.
equations.
MEE 505. Mechanics of Soft Materials. 3 Hours
MEE 511. Advanced Thermodynamics. 3 Hours
Constitutive modeling of soft materials capable of large elastic
Equilibrium, first law, second law, state principle, and zeroth law;
deformations such as natural rubber, elastomers, biomaterials, tissues,
development of entropy and temperature from availability concepts;
and gels. Rigorous development of the constitutive theory for isotropic
chemical potential, chemical equilibrium, and phase equilibrium.
large-strain elasticity (hyper-elasticity) using the principles of nonlinear
Thermodynamics of irreversible processes; Onsager reciprocal relations;
continuum mechanics. Survey of popular strain energy functions for
application of these concepts to direct energy conversion.
elastomers, both compressible and incompressible. Experimental
methods for material characterization and model validation. Calibration MEE 517. Radiation Heat Transfer. 3 Hours
of constitutive models to experimental test data, accounting for special Fundamental relationships of radiation heat transfer. Radiation
considerations such as consistency with linear elasticity and stability. characteristics of surfaces. Geometric considerations in radiation
Implementation of constitutive models in commercial finite element exchange between surfaces. Emissivity and absorptivity of gases.
analysis software. Analytical and computational solutions of quasi-static Introduction to radiative exchange in gases.
boundary-value problems. Advanced topics including viscoelasticity, MEE 519. Analytical Dynamics. 3 Hours
temperature-dependent response, thermal aging, anisotropy, damage, Dynamical analysis of a system of particles and rigid bodies; Lagrangian
fracture, and the Mullins effect. Required background: undergraduate and Hamiltonian formulation of equations of motion; classical
strength of materials, undergraduate calculus (integral and differential) integrals of motion. Stability analysis of linear and nonlinear systems.
including partial differentiation, undergraduate differential equations. Prerequisite(s): (EGM 202; MTH 219) or equivalent.
Prerequisites: MEE 503 or instructor permission.
MEE 520. Theoretical Kinematics. 3 Hours
MEE 506. Mechanical Behavior of Materials. 3 Hours Introduction to the mathematical theory underlying the analysis of
Fundamental relationships between the structure and mechanical general spatial motion. Analysis of mechanical systems including robots,
behavior of materials. Includes fundamentals of stress and strain, the mechanisms, walking machines and mechanical hands using linear
physical basis for elastic deformation, elementary dislocation theory and
algebra, quaternion and screw formulations. Fundamental concepts
plastic deformation, strengthening mechanisms, yield criteria and their include forward and inverse kinematics, workspace, Jacobians, and
application to biaxial and multi-axial behavior and failure, fracture and singularities.
toughening mechanisms, creep and creep rupture, behavior and failure
of cellular solids and fatigue. Prerequisite(s): (MAT 501, MAT 502) or MEE 521. Kinematic Principles in Design. 3 Hours
permission of instructor. Study of the use of kinematic principles in the design of mechanical
systems including robots, planar and spatial mechanisms, robotic
platforms and systems modeled by jointed rigid bodies. The formulation
and solution of design problems involving the sizing and placement of
these mechanical systems to accomplish specific tasks is the primary
goal. Mathematicl tools are introduced to account for singularity
avoidance and joint limitations.
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MEE 522. Geometric Methods in Kinematics. 3 Hours MEE 531. Experimental Methods in Biomechanics. 3 Hours
Trajectories and velocities of moving bodies are designed and analyzed This course is focused on developing and applying advanced
via the principles of classical differential and algebraic geometry. experimentation skills with a specific focus on techniques associated
Fundamentals include centrodes, instantaneous invariants, resultants with the study of human movement. Emphasis on equipment and
and center point design curves. Curves, surfaces, metrics, manifolds and technology, data analysis and interpretation, statistical methods, and
geodesics in spaces of more than three dimensions are analyzed to study technical reporting.
multi-parameter systems. MEE 533. Theory of Elasticity. 3 Hours
MEE 524. Electrochemical Power. 3 Hours Three-dimensional stress and strain at a point; equations of elasticity
The course will cover fundamental as well as engineering aspects of in Cartesian and curvilinear coordinates; methods of formulation
fuel cell technology. Specifically, the course will cover basic principles of of equations for solution; plane stress and plane strain; energy
electrochemistry, electrical conductivity (electronic and ionic) of solids, formulations; numerical solution procedures. Prerequisite(s): EGM 303 or
and development/design of major fuel cells (alkaline, polymer electrolyte, EGM 330. Corequisite(s): MEE 503.
phosphoric acid, molten carbonate, and solid oxide). A major part of the MEE 537. Autonomous Systems. 3 Hours
course will focus on solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC), as it is emerging to be At the intersection of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and
dominant among various fuel cell technologies. The SOFC can readily and computer science, autonomous systems involve the implementation of
safely use many common hydrocarbon fuels such as natural gas, diesel, mechatronic technologies which operate independently (autonomously)
gasoline, alcohol, and coal gas. Prerequisite(s): MEE 301, MEE 312, or from human intervention. This course emphasizes the practical
permission of instructor. implementation of modern control systems for the purposes of creating
MEE 525. Principles in Corrosion. 3 Hours fully- or semi-autonomous systems. Topics include programming syntax
Theoretical and practical application of electrochemical principles to the and structure, integration of peripherals (sensors and actuators) with
field of corrosion covering thermodynamics, kinetics, forms of corrosion controllers, and data communications both within and external to the
in areas of biomedical engineering, aerospace, automotive and marine systems. Equal mix of lecture and laboratory with significant time
environments. Prerequisite(s): MEE 501. dedicated to advanced design projects. Prerequisites: Undergraduate
electronics course. Corequisites: Course in controls.
MEE 526. Aerospace Fuels Science. 3 Hours
Basic elements of hydrocarbon fuel production including petroleum MEE 538. Introduction to Aeroelasticity. 3 Hours
based fuels and alternative fuels. Fuel properties, specifications, Study of the effect of aerodynamic forces on a flexible aircraft. Flexibility
handling, and logistics. Introduction to chemical kinetics and the coefficients and natural modes of vibration. Quasi-steady aerodynamics.
chemistry associated with liquid phase thermal-oxidative degradation of Static aeroelastic problems; wing divergence and dynamic aeroelasticity;
fuels. Introduction to the computational modeling of fuel thermal stability wing flutter. An introduction to structural stability augmentation with
and fuel systems. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. controls. Prerequisite(s): AEE 501.
MEE 527. Automatic Control Theory. 3 Hours MEE 539. Theory of Plasticity. 3 Hours
Stability and performance of automatic control systems. Classical Fundamentals of plasticity theory including elastic, viscoelastic,
methods of analysis including transfer functions, time-domain solutions, and elastic-plastic constitutive models; plastic deformation on the
root locus, and frequency response methods. Modern control theory macroscopic and microscopic levels; stress-strain relations in the
techniques including state variable analysis, transformation to plastic regime; strain hardening; limit analysis; numerical procedures.
companion forms, controllability, pole placement, observability, and Prerequisite(s): MEE 503 or MEE 533.
observer systems. Prerequisites: ELE 432 or MEE 439 or Equivalent. MEE 541. Experimental Mechanics of Composite Materials. 3 Hours
MEE 528. Robot Modeling. 3 Hours Introduction to the mechanical response of fiber-reinforced composite
This course covers the fundamentals of modeling the movement of materials with emphasis on the development of experimental
spatial systems with a focus on robots, particularly industrial robots. methodology. Analytical topics include stress-strain behavior of
Topics include planar and spatial robotics, forward kinematics including anisotropic materials, laminate mechanics, and strength analysis.
the Denavit-Hartenberg formalism, inverse kinematics, manipulator Theoretical models are applied to the analysis of experimental techniques
velocities and the robotics-specific Jacobian, static loads in robots, used for characterizing composite materials. Lectures are supplemented
and the product-of-exponentials formalism. Prerequisites: MEE 321 (or by laboratory sessions in which characterization tests are performed on
instructor approval). contemporary composites. Prerequisite(s): EGM 303 or EGM 330.
MEE 529. Analysis of Linear Systems. 3 Hours MEE 542. Advanced Composites. 3 Hours
State variable representation of linear systems and its relationship to Materials and processing. Comprehensive introduction to advanced
the frequency domain representation using transfer functions and the fiber reinforced polymeric matrix composites. Constituent materials and
Laplace transform. State transition matrix and solution of the state composite processing will be emphasized with special emphasis placed
equation, stability, controllability, observability, state feedback and state on structure-property relationships, the role of the matrix in composite
observers are studied. Students are expected to have completed an processing, mechanical behavior and laminate processing. Specific
undergraduate controls class and a linear algebra class. Prerequisites: topics will include starting materials, material forms, processing, quality
MEE 439 (or equivalent). assurance, test methods and mechanical behavior. Prerequisite(s):
(MEE 501 or MEE 509) or permission of instructor.
MEE 530. Biomechanical Engineering. 3 Hours
Application of engineering principles to clinical, occupational, and sports
biomechanics topics. The course focuses on biomechanical analysis,
particularly kinematics and kinetics of human movement, with emphasis
on both research and product design. Prerequisite(s): EGM 202; EGR 201.
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MEE 543. Analytical Mechanics of Composite Materials. 3 Hours MEE 556. Applied Robotics. 3 Hours
Analytical models are developed to predicting the mechanical and Within this course, focus will be on project-based learning with robotic
thermal behavior of fiber-reinforced composite materials as a function systems. Extensive usage of student kits and industrial robotic platforms
of constituent material properties. Both continuous and discontinuous will enable hands-on learning experiences, which will encourage students
fiber-reinforced systems are considered. Specific topics include basic to think critically and deepen their knowledge through experimentation.
mechanics of anisotropic materials, micromechanics, lamination theory, Using a combination of online learning content and classroom lectures,
free-edge effects, and failure criteria. Prerequisite(s): EGM 303 or EGM multiple comprehensive projects will be covered, such as a drawing robot,
330. a webcam-controlled rover or industrial arm, and/or a self-balancing
motorcycle. Students will use software (MATLAB, Simulink, ROS)
MEE 545. Computational Methods for Design. 3 Hours
programming to implement model-based design, control systems, image
Modeling of mechanical systems and structures, analysis by analytical
and signal processing, and more. The major learning objective is for
and numerical methods, development of mechanical design criteria and
students to get prepared for real-life environments by using the same
principles of optimum design, selected topics in mechanical design
tools as industry professionals.
and analysis, use of the digital computer as an aid in the design of
mechanical elements. Prerequisite(s): Computer programming. MEE 557. Non-Linear Systems & Control. 3 Hours
Introduction to nonlinear phenomena in dynamical systems. A study
MEE 546. Finite Element Analysis I. 3 Hours
of the major techniques of nonlinear system analysis including phase
Fundamental development of the Finite Element Method (FEM), and
plane analysis and Lyapunov stability theory. Application of the analytical
solution of field problems and comprehensive structural problems,
techniques to control system design including feedback linearization,
variational principles and weak-forms; finite element discretization; shape
backstepping, and sliding mode control. Student are expected to have
functions; finite elements for field problems; bar, beam, plate, and shell
completed an undergraduate controls course. Prerequisites: MEE 439.
elements; isoparametric finite elements; stiffness, nodal force, and mass
matrices; matrix assembly procedures; computer dosing techniques; MEE 558. Computational Fluid Dynamics. 3 Hours
modeling decisions; program output interpretation. Course emphasis Numerical solution to Navier-Stokes equations and approximations
on a thorough understanding of FEM theory and modeling techniques. such as the boundary layer equations for air-flow about a slender body.
Prerequisite(s): MEE 503 or MEE 533. Numerical techniques for the solution of the transonic small disturbance
equations. Numerical determination of fluid instabilities. Prerequisite(s):
MEE 547. Finite Element Analysis II. 3 Hours
MEE 504 or permission of instructor.
Advanced topics: heat transfer; transient dynamics; nonlinear analysis;
substructuring and static condensation; effects of inexact numerical MEE 559. Engineering Systems for the Common Good. 3 Hours
integration and element incompatibility; patch test; frontal solution In this course we will mathematically examine a number of social
techniques; selected topics from the recent literature. Prerequisite(s): systems and develop quantitative models describing their behavior.
MEE 546. We will review and learn fundamental systems theory concepts, such
as block diagrams, feedback loops, and continuous and discrete-time
MEE 551. Noise & Vibration Control. 3 Hours
dynamics, as needed. You will apply these concepts to mathematically
The concepts of noise and vibration control applied to mechanical
model and analyze social systems, and in this process, you will learn
systems. Methodologies covered will include: passive treatments using
how the powerful ideal of Human Rights is understood via social system
resistive elements (sound absorbers, vibration damping) and reactive
models. You will learn how to study and numerically simulate social
elements (tailoring of material stiffness and mass); active control of
dynamics in a methodical, mathematical manner. You will use simulation
sound and vibration; and numerical analysis. Prerequisites: MEE 439.
software to numerically investigate and understand social systems such
MEE 554. Biomechanical Modeling. 3 Hours as sustainability, homelessness, environmental justice, the poverty cycle,
The course will focus on biomechanical modeling, specifically, and others. For each system, we will highlight its connections to specific
computational modeling of the human body's bones, joints, and muscles human rights. At the conclusion of the course, you will have achieved a
and the motion of the human body. Emphasis on representing aspects deeper understanding of the connection between engineering principles
of the body computationally (through equations and as mechanical and tools, human rights, and the common good. Students are expected to
systems) and applying modeling and simulation to analyze the motion of have a background in differential equations. Prerequisites: MTH 219 (or
a human. equivalent).
MEE 555. Turbulence. 3 Hours MEE 560. Propulsion Systems. 3 Hours
Origin, evolution, and dynamics of fully turbulent flows. Description Introduction and history, types of propulsion systems, thermodynamics
of statistical theory, spectral dynamics, and the energy cascade. review and simple cycle analysis, thermodynamics of high speed gas
Characteristics of wall-bounded and free turbulent shear flows. Reynolds flow, aircraft gas turbine engine, parametric cycle analysis of various
stress models. Prerequisite(s): MEE 504 or equivalent. types of gas turbine engines, component and engine performance
analyses (inter-turbine burners), advanced cycles with regeneration,
reheating, and inter-cooling, variable and inverse cycle engines, hybrid
propulsion systems (turbo-ramjets, rocket-ram-scramjets, etc.) advanced
propulsion systems, pulse detonation engine theory and concepts,
thermal management of high-speed flight, energy management and
vehicle synthesis. Prerequisite(s): (MEE 413 or MEE 513) or permission of
instructor.
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MEE 562. Intermediate Thermodynamics. 3 Hours MEE 573. Renewable Energy Systems. 3 Hours
Intermediate thermodynamics is the study of energy management and Introduction to the impact of energy on the economy and environment.
material property manipulation to design energy systems which achieve Engineering models of solar thermal and photovoltaic systems.
some engineering goal. This course expands upon the undergraduate Introduction to wind power. Fuel cells and renewable sources of
engineering thermodynamics course, emphasizing the application of hydrogen.
thermodynamic concepts towards energy system design. Over the
MEE 575. Fracture & Fatigue of Metals & Alloys I. 3 Hours
duration of this course, students will gain a graduate-level understanding This course will cover the effects of microstructure on the fracture
of undergraduate thermodynamics concepts. Additionally, new methods and fatigue behavior of engineering metals and alloys, with a special
for applying basic undergraduate concepts will be introduced along emphasis on static and dynamic brittle and ductile failures and static
with computational methods. Both analytical and computer solutions of fatigue crack initiation. Alloy fracture resistance, fracture toughness,
engineering thermodynamics problems are emphasized. fatigue behavior, and methods to improve fracture and fatigue behavior
MEE 563. Intermediate Heat Transfer. 3 Hours will be discussed in detail. The role of materials reliability in life
In this course, student’s will build on their knowledge of heat transfer management of advanced alloys in turbine engines and aircraft
gained in their first required undergraduate heat transfer course. This will be reviewed, and key practical aspects will be discuss. Various
class will focus especially on 1) analytical solutions of fundamental heat analytical techniques for failure analysis of structural components will
transfer equations and 2) The analysis of more complicated heat transfer be presented. Prerequisite(s): (MEE 501 or MEE 506) or permission of
systems, including multi-modal problems, radiative enclosures and instructor.
heat exchangers. All techniques will focus on pen-and-paper solutions MEE 576. Fracture & Fatigue of Metals & Alloys II. 3 Hours
but some computer programming will be necessary to determine final This course will cover the areas of the effects of microstructure on
answers. This is a companion class to Applied Heat Transfer, a class fatigue crack propagation and on final fracture by fatigue. This will
focused on numerical solution of fundamental heat transfer equations include fatigue life prediction, using damage-tolerance approach to
and their application to real-world heat transfer problems. component-design and microstructural and structural synthesis for
MEE 564. Applied Heat Transfer. 3 Hours optimum behavior. Specific material-related aspects of fatigue crack
In this course, student’s will build on their knowledge of heat transfer propagation mechanisms for optimum damage tolerant behavior, and the
gained in their first required undergraduate heat transfer course. This related reliability and failure analysis, will be covered. A comprehensive
class will focus especially on numerical solutions of fundamental heat project in failure-analysis of aerospace metallic components will also be
transfer equations, including conduction, convection and radiation. All conducted. Prerequisite(s): MEE 575 or equivalent.
techniques will focus on programmed solutions but pen and paper work MEE 579. Computer Aided Mechanical Design. 3 Hours
will be necessary to determine final answers. This is a companion class Introduction to computer methods used to facilitate mechanical
to Intermediate Heat Transfer, a class focused on analytical solutions of design. Design using the finite element method, mechanism design, and
fundamental heat transfer equations. statistical techniques. Design of components (shafts, springs, etc.) using
MEE 565. Fundamentals of Fuels & Combustion. 3 Hours computer techniques will be combined with the design process to design
Heat of combustion and flame temperature calculations; rate of chemical mechanical systems. Integration of manufacturer's literature into the
reaction and Arrhenius relationship; theory of thermal explosions and the design. Team design project will be included. Prerequisite(s): (MEE 427,
concept of ignition delay and critical mass; phenomena associated with MEE 432) or equivalent.
hydrocarbon-air combustion; specific applications of combustion. MEE 586. Human Movement Assessment. 3 Hours
MEE 568. Internal Combustion Engines. 3 Hours Students will learn the practical skills to collect data about human
Study of combustion and energy release processes. Applications to spark movements. Students will learn the analysis skills to process that data
and compression ignition, jet, rocket, and gas turbine engines. Special and extract important metrics from the data. Students will be able to
emphasis given to understanding of air pollution problems caused by create and interpret common biomechanical metrics such as kinematic
internal combustion engines. Idealized and actual cycles are studied in profiles. Human movements related to clinical applications and sports
preparation for laboratory testing of internal combustion engines. applications will be studied.
MEE 569. Energy Efficient Buildings. 3 Hours MEE 590. Special Problems in Mechanical Engineering. 1-6 Hours
Provides knowledge and skills necessary to design and operate healthier, Special assignments in mechanical engineering subject matter to be
more comfortable, more productive, and less environmentally destructive approved by the student's faculty advisor and the department chair.
buildings; A specific design target of E/3 (typical energy use divided MEE 595. Mechanical Engineering Project. 0-6 Hours
by three) is established as a goal. Economic, thermodynamic, and Student participation in a departmental research, design, or development
heat transfer analyses are utilized. Extensive software development. project under the direction of a project advisor. The student must show
Prerequisite(s): MEE 410. satisfactory progress as detemined by the project advisor and present a
MEE 570. Fracture Mechanics. 3 Hours written report at the conclusion of the project.
Application of the principles of fracture mechanics to problems MEE 599. Mechanical Engineering Thesis. 1-3 Hours
associated with fatigue and fracture in engineering structures. The Mechanical Engineering Thesis.
course will cover the development of models that apply to a range of
materials, geometries, and loading conditions. Prerequisite(s): MEE 506 MEE 690. Selected Readings in Mechanical Engineering. 1-6 Hours
or permission of instructor. Directed readings in a designated area arranged and approved by the
student's doctoral advisory committee and the department chair. May be
repeated. (A) Materials, (B) Thermal Sciences, (C) Fluid Mechanics, (D)
Solid Mechanics (E) Mechanical Design, or (F) Integrated Manufacturing.
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MEE 698. DE Dissertation. 1-15 Hours

An original investigation as applied to mechanical engineering practice.
Results must be of sufficient importance to merit publication.
MEE 699. PHD Dissertation. 1-3 Hours
An original research effort which makes a definite contribution to
technical knowledge. Results must be of sufficient importance to merit
publication.