MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (MEGR)
MEGR 2141.
Engineering Mechanics I. (3) Prerequisite: PHYS 2101 with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite: MATH 1242. This course introduces the principles of particle and
rigid body mechanics with engineering applications. Force systems and resultants. The equilibrium of particles and rigid
bodies. Friction. Properties of areas and volumes. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 2144.
Introduction to Solid Mechanics. (3) Prerequisites:
MEGR 2141 with a grade of C or better and MATH 2241. Engineering theory of
deformable solids and applications. Stress and deformation resulting from
axial, torsion and bending loads. Shear and moment diagrams, Mohr’s circle for
stress and strain and buckling of columns. (Fall,
Spring)
MEGR 2156. Design
MEGR 2180.
Manufacturing Systems. (4) Prerequisites:
ENGR 1202, PHYS 2102L, MEGR 2141 with a grade of C or better, and MATH 2241. Co-requisite: MEGR 2156, Design Projects
Laboratory I. The course will impart a
broad overview of manufacturing materials, processes, and procedures. Topics include mechanical behavior and
physical properties, basic materials, casting, rolling, forming, welding,
cutting, surfaces, engineering metrology, quality assurance, and automation.
Basic concepts of engineering economics and cost estimating. The economics of
manufacturing will also be introduced, including the time value of money,
economic analysis, and cost estimating. (Fall,
Spring)
MEGR 2299. Motorsports Engineering Clinic I. (1) Prerequisite: admission to Motorsports concentration;
sophomore standing. An examination of
various aspects of automotive and motorsports engineering presented by faculty
and industry representatives.
Participation as a Motorsports Trainee (MT) is required. MT’s are assigned to automotive projects on
campus and/or with industrial partners. (Fall,
Spring)
MEGR 3090. Special
Topics in Mechanical Engineering. (1-4) Prerequisite:
consent of the Department. The course
will build upon and synthesize the knowledge the students have gained from the
mechanical engineering core curriculum.
The specific topics covered in each separate offering of the course will
serve as the vehicle for teaching engineering analysis, synthesis and design,
while simultaneously affording an opportunity for the students to point
themselves toward an area of specialization. May be repeated for credit. (On Demand) (Technical Elective)
MEGR 3111. Thermodynamics I. (3) Co-requisite:
MEGR 3121. Prerequisite: MATH 2171 both
with a grade of C or better. First and
second laws of thermodynamics. Work and
heat carnot cycle. Ideal and real
gases. Non-reactive mixture of
gases. Availability and irreversibility.
(Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3112. Thermodynamics II. (3) Prerequisite: MEGR 3111, with a grade of C or better. General thermodynamic relations; equations of
state and generalized charts.
Combustion, dissociation, and chemical equilibrium. Introduction to power cycles. (Spring)
MEGR 3114. Fluid
Mechanics. (3) Prerequisite: MEGR 3121 with a grade of C or better. Basic concepts of a fluid and the
fundamentals of ideal and real fluid flow. Topics include fluid statics,
conservation principles, Bernoulli’s equation, fluid flow in pipes, and
measurement devices. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3116. Introduction to Heat Transfer. (3) Prerequisites: MATH
2171 and MEGR 3111, both with a grade of C
or better. One and two dimensional
steady state conduction. Finite difference methods. Radiative heat transfer,
emissivity, black body radiation. Heat exchange among two and multi-body
systems. Introduction to concepts and applications of convective heat transfer (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3121. Dynamics Systems
I. (3) Prerequisites: MEGR 2141 and MATH 1242, both with a grade of
C or better. The kinematics and
kinetics of rigid bodies. Work-energy and impulse-momentum principles and
conservation laws. Introduction to the kinematics of mechanisms. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3122. Dynamic Systems
II. (3) Prerequisites: MEGR 3121 and MATH 2171, both with a grade of
C or better. Modeling of mechanical
dynamic systems. Vibration of lumped mass
systems. Analysis and design of
mechanical systems using time domain and frequency domain methods. (Spring)
MEGR 3131.
Introduction to Electronic Materials. (3) Prerequisite: PHYS
2102, with a grade of C or
better. Electronic materials and devices
with examples from crystalline and amorphous semiconductors, junction and MOS
devices, thermoelectrics, lasers and super-conductors. Introduction to the quantum mechanics of
electrons in solids, electron-atom interactions and energy band model, providing a basis for
rationalizing a wide variety of electronic properties. (On Demand) (Technical
Elective)
MEGR 3152. Mechanics
and Materials Laboratory. (1) (W) Prerequisites: MEGR 2144, MEGR 3161
and MEGR 3171L, all with a grade of C
or better. Co-requisite: MEGR 3122.
Laboratory experiments related to the areas of mechanics and materials
engineering. Three hours of laboratory
work per week. (Spring)
MEGR 3156. Design Projects Lab II. (2) Prerequisite: MEGR 2156, with a grade of C or better. Study of the process of
design and reduction to practice of engineering concepts in a team
environment. Requirements definition,
concept synthesis, concept evaluation, project planning and execution. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3161. Introduction to Engineering Materials. (3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 1251 and MATH 2171 both with a grade of
C or better. Classifications of
engineering materials. Introduction to
property structure relationships. Ideal
and defect atomic structures of solids with examples from metals, ceramics and
polymers. Cold working and annealing
effects. Phase equilibria in alloys;
introduction to diffusional processes and transformation kinetics. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3162. Mechanical Behavior and Strengthening of
Solids. (3) Prerequisite: MEGR
3161, with a grade of C or better.
Mechanical properties of materials including elastic behavior, plastic
flow, fracture, creep, fatigue, and elevated temperature effects. Correlation of properties with atomic and
microscopic structure. Dislocation theory and its application to mechanical
behavior and strengthening mechanisms.
Alloy hardening effects; effects of processing and heat treatments.
Applications in Fe-C alloys. (Spring)
(Technical Elective)
MEGR 3171. Introduction to Measurements and
Instrumentation. (2) Prerequisite: ECGR 2161, with a grade of C or better.
Co-requisite: MEGR 3171L. Statistical analysis of experimental data, curve
fitting. Operational amplifiers and signal conditioning techniques for remote
monitoring. Computer data acquisition, interfaces and techniques, RS-232 and
GPIB interface buses. Discussion of the principles involved in the use of
sensors and transducers in measurements of linear and angular displacement,
velocity and acceleration, temperature, force, pressure, torque and flow. Introduction to dynamic measurements and
frequency analysis. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3171L. Instrumentation
Laboratory. (2) (W) Prerequisite: PHYS 2102L and ENGL 2116 with a
grade of C or better. Co-requisite: MEGR 3171. Utilization of
measuring equipment targeted to mechanical engineering applications. Experiments will focus on the use of
instrumentation and computer interfacing methods for the optimization of
measurement processes. Basic programming of scientific instruments.
(Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3210.
Automotive Power Plants. (3) Prerequisite: MEGR 3112, with a
grade of C or better. Energy analysis of
internal and external combustion engines for vehicular propulsion.
Thermodynamic principles for combustion efficient use of fuel combustion, different
types of fuel use, and pollutant control. (Fall)(Technical Elective)
MEGR 3211. Road
Vehicle Dynamics. (3) Prerequisites: MEGR
3121 and MEGR 3122, both with a C or better.
An introduction to road vehicle Dynamics. Acceleration and braking performance, road
loads, steady-state cornering, suspension, steering system and tire behavior. (Spring)(Technical Elective).
MEGR 3212. Heat Convection and Compact Heat Exchanger
Design. (3) Prerequisites: MEGR 3114 and
MEGR 3116, both with a grade of C or
better. Natural, forced internal and external heat convection, heat convection
in phase change (boiling and condensation) and design of compact heat
exchangers (On demand)(Technical
Elective)
MEGR 3214. Refrigeration and Air/Conditioning. (3) Prerequisites: MEGR
3112 and 3116, both with a grade of C or better. Thermodynamics and heat transfer applied to
analysis, design of cooling/heating systems. (On demand)(Technical Elective)
MEGR 3216.
Thermal/Fluid Design. (3)
Prerequisites: MEGR 3114 and 3116, both
with a grade of C or better. Design of
systems utilizing thermodynamic, heat transfer, and fluid flow principles. Topics include thermal system design,
thermodynamic modeling, design applications with heat transfer, thermo-economic
optimization of simple and complex systems. (Spring)
MEGR 3221. Machine Analysis and Design I. (3) Prerequisite: MEGR 3122 and MEGR 2144, both with a grade of
C or better. Technical application of
basic principles of mechanical science to analysis of machines and mechanical
systems. Design of typical machine
elements. Strength and deflection
requirements. (Fall).
MEGR 3222. Machine Analysis and Design II. (3) Prerequisite: MEGR 3221, with a grade of C or better. Synthesis of machines and mechanical
systems. Analysis, creative design and
selection of machines and machine elements. (Spring)(Technical Elective)
MEGR 3251. Thermal/Fluids Laboratory. (1) (W)
Prerequisites: MEGR 3111, MEGR 3114, and MEGR 3171L, all with a grade of C or better. Laboratory experiments
related to the areas of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat
transfer. Three hours of laboratory work
per week. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3255. Senior
Design I. (2) Prerequisite: MEGR 3152, MEGR 3156. Co-requisite:
MEGR 3251, all with a grade of C or better. Co-requisite: senior standing in mechanical
engineering. First of a two-semester
sequence leading to a major integrative experience in applying the principles
of design and project management to the design of a major mechanical engineering
system. Teamwork and communication skills are emphasized. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3256. Senior Design II. (2) (O)
Prerequisite: MEGR 3255 with a grade of
C or better. A continuation of MEGR 3255
including project execution leading to an oral presentation and final written
report. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3281. Numerical Control of Manufacturing
Processes. (3) Prerequisite: MEGR
2180. Fundamental theory and application
of numerically controlled machine tools including design principles, elements
of machine structure, control systems programming methods. Role of numerical control in flexible
manufacturing systems. Two lectures
and a two hour lab per week. (On
demand) (Technical Elective)
MEGR 3282. Statistical Process Control and Metrology. (3) Prerequisite: MEGR
3171. Introduction to metrology.
Measurement of size, form and surface texture. Introduction to quality control, control
charts for attributes and variables, acceptance sampling. Process capability
estimation and process control. (Spring)
(Technical Elective)
MEGR 3299. Professional Development. (1) An examination of various aspects of engineering as a
profession. The course will be graded on
a Pass/No Credit basis. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3355. Motorsports Engineering Clinic II. (2) Prerequisite:
admission to Motorsports concentration, MEGR 2299, 3152 and 3156, all with a
grade of C or better. Co-requisite:
MEGR 3251. First of a
two-semester sequence leading to a major integrative experience in applying the
principles of design and project management to the design of an automotive
engineering system. Teamwork and communication skills are emphasize. An
examination of various aspects of
automotive and motorsports engineering presented by faculty and industry
representatives. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3356.
Motorsports Engineering Clinic III. (2)
(O)
Prerequisite: admission to Motorsports concentration and MEGR 3355. A
continuation of MEGR 3355 including project execution, project reporting and
leading to an oral presentation and a final written report. An examination of various aspects of
automotive and motorsports engineering presented by faculty and industry
representative. (Fall, Spring)
MEGR 3695. Mechanical Engineering Cooperative Education
Seminar. (1) Required of Co-op students during semesters
immediately following each work assignment for presentation of engineering
reports on work done the prior semester.
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
MEGR 3890. Individualized Study. (1-3) Prerequisite: consent of the Department. Supervised
individual study within an area of a student’s particular interest which is
beyond the scope of existing courses.
May be repeated for credit. (On
demand)(Technical Elective)
MEGR 3990. Undergraduate Research. (1-4) Prerequisite:
Consent of the Department.
Independent study of a
theoretical and/or experimental problem in a specialized area of mechanical
engineering. Topics originate from the student or the faculty member
supervising the study. May be repeated for credit. (On
demand)(Technical Elective)
MEGR 4112.
Intermediate Fluid Mechanics and Vehicle Aerodynamics. (3) (3G) Prerequisites: MEGR 3111 and 3114, both with
a grade of C or better. Technical
elective. A continuation of MEGR 3114.
Topics include flow over body surfaces, lift and drag, boundary layers,
ground effect, potential flow theory and compressible flow. Application of aerodynamics to ground
vehicles and its effect on vehicle performance and handling. (Fall) (Technical Elective)
MEGR 4113. Energy
Conversion I. (3) Prerequisites: MEGR 3112
and 3114, both with a grade of C or better.
Application of principles of thermodynamics, fluid flow and heat
transfer to internal combustion engines, compressors, turbines, heat exchanges,
refrigeration, and cryogenics. (On demand) (Technical Elective)
MEGR 4127. Introduction
to Robotics. (3) Prerequisites: ECGR 3101, or senior standing in ME/ES or EE
Departments. Modeling of industrial
robots, homogeneous transformations, static forces, kinematics, velocities, dynamics,
computer animation of dynamic models, motion trajectory planning, and
introduction to vision, sensors and actuators.
(Dual-listed with ECGR 4161) (On
demand) (Technical Elective)
MEGR 4131. Solid State Transformations. (3) Prerequisite: MEGR 3161 with a grade of C or better. Thermodynamics, morphology and kinetics of
solid state transformations. Diffusion
and absolute reaction rate theory; crystallographic nature of phase
transformations; nucleation and growth processes; precipitation and oxidation
reaction. (On demand) (Technical Elective)
MEGR 4143. Discrete Mechanical Vibrating Systems. (3) Prerequisites: MEGR 3122
with a grade of C or better. Free
and forced vibrations of lumped parameter systems with multi-degrees of
freedom. Topics include transient and
steady state response, determination of natural frequencies and mode shapes
with and without damping. Introduction
to principal coordinates and matrix iteration techniques. (On
demand) (Technical Elective)
MEGR 4144.
Intermediate Dynamics. (3) Prerequisites: MEGR 3121 and MATH 2171, both with a grade of
C or better. Further studies in dynamics
of particles and rigid bodies, with engineering applications. Introduction to Lagrange’s equations of
motion. Multi-degree-of-freedom
vibrations. (On demand) (Technical
Elective)
MEGR 4162. Materials
Production and Process. (3) Prerequisites:
MEGR 3161, with a grade C or better, and consent of instructor. Applications of
thermodynamics and chemistry to extractive process metallurgy. Fundamental principles of materials forming
operations. Casting, mechanical working and joining methods. (On demand) (Technical Elective)
MEGR 4165.
Introduction to Nondestructive Evaluation Methods. (3)
Prerequisite: MEGR 3161, with a grade of C or better. Nondestructive evaluation
principles and techniques, including liquid penetrate, magnetic particle,
acoustic emission, ultrasound, radiography and eddy currents. (On demand) (Technical Elective)