Mechanical Engineering
Dr. Parisa Saboori
Chair, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Vision Statement
The Mechanical Engineering program at Manhattan College will be distinguished by its education of engineers who are recognized locally and globally for their contributions and leadership in mechanical engineering and related professions.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Mechanical Engineering program is to provide students with an education that will prepare them for future challenges in mechanical engineering, whether they plan to practice engineering or pursue advanced/graduate studies.
Program Educational Objectives
Mechanical engineering graduates will be:
- Technically competent in their mechanical engineering knowledge and skills in professional or advanced academic settings.
- Committed to the engineering profession and to expanding their knowledge and skill set with increasing independence and responsibility.
- Committed to professional conduct, ethical practices, and communicate effectively within a diverse multi-cultural environment.
- Aware that their engineering expertise can be utilized to impact the local and global community.
Student Outcomes
The Mechanical Engineering program uses the standard set of ABET, Inc. outcomes (1) through (7) as described above under Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering
The mechanical engineer is considered the general practitioner in the engineering profession. Career opportunities exist in such fields as aerospace, automotive, computer, energy, machinery, manufacturing, and consulting firms. The curriculum is designed to provide the kind of broad education needed by “general practitioners.” Juniors and seniors take course sequences in two areas: thermal/fluids/energy, and solid mechanics/ machine design/manufacturing. Both areas rely extensively on computer applications. Seniors may specialize by choosing electives in: computer-aided design, computer-aided manufacturing, thermal/energy systems, or heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
Course work is complemented by comprehensive laboratories containing a wind tunnel, steam turbine, automotive engines, refrigeration systems, computer-controlled machine tools, stress and vibration analyzers, and computer-based data acquisition systems. Students also have access to PC laboratories and advanced workstations. In the senior year, qualified students are encouraged to use this equipment in elective project courses. The curriculum prepares the student for professional employment and graduate study.
Four-Year Program in Mechanical Engineering
The curriculum for the first year is common to all branches of engineering. In order to enable a student to test their interest in mechanical engineering, the student takes designated courses from the mechanical engineering course offerings in their sophomore year. The junior and senior years allow for concentrated studies in two areas: thermal/fluids/energy, and solid mechanics/machine design/manufacturing. Both areas rely extensively on computer applications. Seniors may specialize by choosing electives in: design, manufacturing, thermal/energy systems, or heating, ventilation and air conditioning. The department offers an option in biomechanics for students interested in biomedical engineering. Please consult the option coordinator for details. A representative four-year program is shown below.
For Students Beginning Fall 2024 or Later:
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ENGS 115 | 3 | ENGS 116 | 3 |
| MATH 1851 | 4 | MATH 1861 | 4 |
| CHEM 101/CHEM 1031 | CHEM 101/CHEM 1031 | ||
| or PHYS 101/PHYS 1911 | 4 | or PHYS 101/PHYS 1911 | 4 |
| ENGL 110 or RELS 110 | 3 | ENGL 110 or RELS 110 | 3 |
| General Education Elective | 3 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| 17 | 17 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| CHEM 102/CHEM 1041 | ENGS 201 | 3 | |
| or PHYS 102/PHYS 1921 | 4 | ENGS 202 | 0 |
| ENGS 2051 | 3 | ENGS 220 | 3 |
| ENGS 2061 | 3 | MECH 230 | 3 |
| MATH 2851 | 4 | MECH 240 | 2 |
| MECH 211 | 3 | MATH 2861 | 3 |
| ENGL Elective | 3 | ||
| 17 | 17 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MECH 312 | 3 | MECH 314 | 3 |
| MECH 318 | 3 | MECH 319 | 2 |
| MECH 321 | 1 | MECH 325 | 4 |
| MECH 323 | 4 | MECH 330 | 2 |
| RELS Catholic Studies or RELS Contemporary/Global Studies | 3 | MECH 332 | 3 |
| Math/Science Elective2 | 3-4 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| 17-18 | 17 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| MECH 401 | 2 | MECH 402 | 2 |
| MECH 411 | 3 | MECH 414 | 3 |
| MECH 422 | 3 | Mechanical Engineering Elective2 | 3 |
| MECH 439 | 3 | Mechanical Engineering Elective2 | 3 |
| MECH 440 | 0 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| Mechanical Engineering Elective2 | 3 | ||
| RELS-Ethics Elective | 3 | ||
| 17 | 14 | ||
| Total Credits: 133-134 | |||
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Students must earn a grade of C (2.0) or better in calculus I, II, III, differential equations, chemistry and physics. Students must earn a grade of C (2.0) or higher in ENGS 205 Introductory Thermodynamics and ENGS 206, as required for their program of study, before enrolling in any 300-level mechanical engineering courses.
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MATH/SCI and MECH electives must be approved by the department chair.
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A student may take an approved business course for one general education elective.
Biomechanics Concentration
The Biomechanics concentration is designed to give students a competitive advantage in the biomedical industry. Biomechanical engineers combine medical and biological sciences with engineering principles to design and develop healthcare equipment, devices, computer systems, and software. The employment prospects in biomechanics is expected to be strong for the foreseeable future.
This three-course concentration covers topics in tissue engineering, the strength and structural behavior of biocompatible materials, and the application of solid and fluid mechanics to biological systems. To participate in the biomechanical concentration, students must earn an overall average GPA of 3.0 with no more than two grades lower than a B in any of the concentration courses. Incoming freshmen, transfers and current students may enroll at any time. Any Pre-Concentration student who, at any time, fails to meet all requirements concurrently will be no longer be permitted to participate in the concentration.
Concentration Requirements
Students accepted into the concentration should choose three courses. One of the courses are selected from the following courses offered by the Biology Department. Another suitable course may be substituted by the Mechanical Engineering Chairperson as the need arises:
| BIOL 207 | Anatomy and Physiology I 1,2 | 3 |
| BIOL 287 | Anatomy & Physiology I Lab | 1 |
| BIOL 222 | Biology for Engineers 2 | 2 |
| BIOL 292 | Biology for Engineers Lab | 1 |
| BIOL 441 | Cardiovascular Biology 1 | 3 |
The other two courses are selected from the following Mechanical Engineering courses:
| MECH 408 | Mechanical Engineering Projects I | 3 |
| MECH 410 | Mechanical Engineering Projects II | 3 |
| MECH 431 | Structural Biomechanics | 3 |
| MECH 437 | Biomechanical Instrumentation | 3 |
| MECH 438 | Operation Research | 3 |
| MECH 450 | Intro to Tissue Engineering | 3 |
| MECH 451 | An Intro to Biofluid Mechanics | 3 |
| MECH 474 | Introduction to Biomechanics | 3 |
| MECH 475 | Data Driven Problem Solving in Mechanical Engineering | 3 |
| MECH 483 | Biomechanics Modeling | 3 |
| MECH 487 | Applications of Instrumentation and Data Acquisition | 3 |
| MECG 536 | Applied Biofluid Mechanics | 3 |
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Preferred courses for the concentration.
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This course has a required laboratory course. This laboratory must also be taken in order to fulfill the concentration requirements. See the Biology Department catalog page for more information.
Aerospace Concentration
The Aerospace concentration is designed to give students an introduction to aerospace science and technology. Aerospace engineers use engineering principles to design and develop aircraft and spacecraft, both manned and unmanned. The employment prospects in aerospace is expected to be strong for the foreseeable future.
This three-course concentration covers topics in the overally design of aircraft and spacecraft, the dynamics of flight, the design of aerospace structures, and the application of fluid mechanics to aerospace systems. To participate in the aerospace concentration, students must earn an overall average GPA of 3.0 with no more than two grades lower than a B in any of the concentration courses. Incoming freshmen, transfers and current students may enroll at any time. Any Pre-Concentration student who, at any time, fails to meet all requirements concurrently will be no longer be permitted to participate in the concentration.
Concentration Requirements
Students accepted into the concentration should choose three courses. One of the courses are selected from the following courses offered by the Mathematics Department. Another suitable course may be substituted by the Mechanical Engineering Chairperson as the need arises:
| MATH 372 | Linear Algebra I | 3 |
| MATH 386 | Partial Differential Equations | 3 |
| MATH 490 | Complex Analysis | 3 |
The other three courses are selected from the following Mechanical Engineering courses. One elective course not on this list may be substituted upon approval of the Mechanical Engineering Department Chairperson:
| MECH 408 | Mechanical Engineering Projects I | 3 |
| MECH 410 | Mechanical Engineering Projects II | 3 |
| MECH 428 | Combustion Systems | 3 |
| MECH 438 | Operation Research | 3 |
| MECH 461 | Propulsion | 3 |
| MECH 462 | Aircraft Design | 3 |
| MECH 468 | Astronautics | 3 |
| MECH 475 | Data Driven Problem Solving in Mechanical Engineering | 3 |
| MECH 477 | Flight Mechanics | 3 |
| MECH 478 | Introduction to Aerodynamics | 3 |
| MECH 485 | Design of Aerospace Structures | 3 |
| MECH 488 | Turbomachinery | 3 |
| MECG 701 | Viscous Flow Theory | 3 |
| MECG 702 | Compressible Flow | 3 |
| MECG 704 | Computational Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
Courses
MECH 211. Technical and Graphical Communication. 3 Credits.
This is an introductory course in the “languages” of mechanical engineering. Topics include: discussion of mechanical engineering principles and concepts; use of Word for report generation (including equations and graphics); use of Mathcad for engineering computation; introduction to orthogonal and isometric views. A main focus of the course is introducing the student to state of the art computer based drafting and solid modeling applications. Two lectures, two-hour laboratory. Fall. Prerequisite: ENGS 116. (Cr. 3).
MECH 230. Introductory Solid Mechanics. 3 Credits.
Analysis of stress and strain due to axial, torsional and flexural loads; beams, shafts, columns. Elastic deformation under axial, flexural and torsional loads. Statically determinate and indeterminate problems, principles of superposition and compatibility. Elastic column buckling. Three lectures. Spring. Prerequisite: ENGS 206. (Cr. 3).
MECH 231. Solid Mechanics Laboratory. 1 Credit.
Application and verification of principles of mechanics of solids. Preparation of technical reports and presentations. Three hours. Spring. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MECH 230. (Cr. 1).
MECH 240. Applied Thermodynamics. 2 Credits.
Power cycles and efficiencies; air conditioning, refrigeration and heat pump cycles; analysis of moist air systems; design of simple thermal systems. Two lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: ENGS 205. (Cr. 2).
MECH 302. Applied Thermodynamics. 2 Credits.
Power cycles and efficiencies; air conditioning, refrigeration and heat pump cycles; analysis of moist air systems; design of simple thermal systems. Two lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: ENGS 205. (Cr. 2).
MECH 303. Special Topics: in Applied Thermodynamics. 3 Credits.
MECH 312. Introduction to Mechatronics. 3 Credits.
A study of the interface between mechanical and electrical systems. Topics include: actuators; sensors; and interfacing elements. The actuators covered include pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical devices, with emphasis on the analysis associated with each system. The sensors portion covers the devices used to obtain information needed for system control, as well as a study of the necessary interfacing components. Other issues addressed will include power sources and operating practices. Pre-requisite: MATH 286.
MECH 314. Engineering Analysis and Numerical Methods. 3 Credits.
A unified treatment of engineering analysis and numerical methods. Solutions of linear algebraic systems using both classical and numerical methods. Analytic and numerical solution of ordinary and partial differential equations. Fourier Series. Laplace transforms. Analytic and numerical solution of linear algebraic systems. Pre-requisites: MATH 286 and ENGS 116.
MECH 318. Fluid Mechanics I. 3 Credits.
Fluids properties; fluid statics; integral form of governing equations of fluid motion; dimensional analysis; internal flow (pipe flow); differential form of governing equations of fluid motion. Three lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: ENGS 206. (Cr. 3).
MECH 319. Fluid Mechanics II. 2 Credits.
Flow around immersed bodies; drag and lift. Introduction to boundary layer theory. Compressible flow: one-dimensional isentropic flow; normal and oblique shocks; Prandtl-Meyer flow; Rayleigh and Fanno flow. Two lectures. Spring. Prerequisite: MECH 318.
MECH 320. Special Topics: in Fluids. 4 Credits.
MECH 321. Solid Mechanics Laboratory. 1 Credit.
Application and verification of principles of mechanics of solids. Preparation of technical reports and presentations. Three hours. Spring. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MECH 230. (Cr. 1).
MECH 323. Machine Design. 4 Credits.
Static failure theories and design for steady loading. Design for fatigue strength and reliability. Design of mechanical elements such as fasteners, gears, shafts, and springs. Individual design projects. Four lectures. Fall. Prerequisites: MECH 230. (Cr. 4).
MECH 325. Heat Transfer. 4 Credits.
Conduction, convection and radiation as different modes of heat transfer. Steady and unsteady states. Combined effects. Applications. Four lectures. Spring. Prerequisites: ENGS 205, MECH 318.
MECH 330. Thermal & Fluid Laboratory. 2 Credits.
This laboratory course allows students to perform thermo/fluid experiments to underscore the material that they learn in the thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics classes. This laboratory course also has a component that teaches the students how to construct and perform their own experiments. The material covered in this section includes the mathematical design of an experiment, instrumentation, signal processing, statistical analysis, and data presentation. The students are also required to investigate a physical phenomenon experimentally. Two hour laboratory. Two hour lecture. Fall. Prerequisites: MECH 240, 318, and pre- or co-requisites MECH 319, MECH 325. (Cr. 2).
MECH 332. Finite Element Analysis and Computer Aided Engineering. 3 Credits.
Introduction to the theory of finite element methods; introduction to the variational calculus, one-dimensional linear element, element matrices, direct stiffness method, coordinate systems, introduction to two-dimensional elements. Design process using CAE software. Solid modeling, finite element modeling and simulation. Selected problems in mechanical engineering will be modeled, designed and analyzed and solutions will be compared to those obtained from alternate methods. Two-hour lecture, two-hour laboratory. Spring. Prerequisite: MECH 323. (Cr. 3).
MECH 336. Manufacturing Processes. 3 Credits.
Introduction to metal cutting, and manufacturing processes such as turning, milling, and drilling. Other topics covered include metal shearing and forming, the economics of metal cutting and process planning, inspection and statistical quality control, automation in manufacturing and computer numerical control. Three lectures. Spring. Prerequisites: ENGS 201, MECH 230 (Cr. 3).
MECH 337. Manufacturing Systems Laboratory. 0 Credits.
This lab gives hands-on practice in various computer aided manufacturing processes including CNC machinery, controls, and robotics. Three-hour laboratory every second week. Spring. Prerequisite MECH 314.Corequisite: MECH 336. (Cr. 0).
MECH 338. Special Topic: in Manufacturing System Laboratory. 1 Credit.
MECH 401. Mechanical Engineering Design I. 2 Credits.
Engineering design process, problem definitions, information sources, alternative solutions, technical and societal constraints. Group design project and report. One lecture hour, three design hours. Fall. Prerequisites: MECH 314, MECH 318, MECH 323, MECH 325, and MECH 332.
MECH 402. Mechanical Engineering Design II. 2 Credits.
A continuation of MECH 401. The design project in MECH 401 will be expanded or a model will be built and tested. Students may also start a new project in consultation with faculty. Group or individual design project and report. One lecture, three design hours. Prerequisites: MECH 401 and permission of the Department Chair. Spring. Co-requisite: MECH 401.
MECH 405. Thermal/Fluids Laboratory. 2 Credits.
This laboratory course allows students to perform thermo/fluid experiments to underscore the material that they learn in the thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics classes. This laboratory course also has a component that teaches the students how to construct and perform their own experiments. The material covered in this section includes the mathematical design of an experiment, instrumentation, signal processing, statistical analysis, and data presentation. The students are also required to investigate a physical phenomenon experimentally. Two hour laboratory. Two hour lecture. Fall. Prerequisites: MECH 302, 318, 319, 325. (Cr. 2).
MECH 407. Solid Mechanics. 3 Credits.
Review of principles of solid mechanics and vector methods. Stress-strain-temperature relations, residual stresses and stress concentrations. Beam and column behavior, shear center, torsion of non-circular members, buckling and energy methods. Three lectures. Prerequisites: MECH 230, MECH 314, MECH 323.
MECH 408. Mechanical Engineering Projects I. 3 Credits.
Individual student research or design projects. Where applicable, computer methods, experimental work, and literature study will be used. Proposal and report required. Six to nine hours of project. Taken only with approval of advisor and chair of department.
MECH 410. Mechanical Engineering Projects II. 3 Credits.
Individual student research or design projects. A continuation of MECH 408 for students who have successfully pursued a research or design project and wish to continue it for a full year. Proposal and report required. Six to nine hours of project, (Taken only with the approval of advisor and chair of department.) Prerequisite: MECH 408.
MECH 411. Mechanical Vibrations. 3 Credits.
This course covers the modeling, analysis, and optimization of mechanical vibrating systems. The course starts with elements of a single degree-of-freedom (DOF) vibrating system, and continues with time and frequency response, and application of different single DOF vibrating systems. Multiple DOF system will be introduced and methods of determining their natural frequencies, mode shapes, time response, and frequency response will be covered. Vibration control techniques such as use of a vibration isolator, a vibration absorber, and suspension optimization. Newton and Lagrange methods are used throughout the course. Pre-requisites: MATH 286 and ENGS 220.
MECH 412. Special Topics - Fluid Mechanics. 3 Credits.
MECH 413. Independent Studies in Mechanical Engineering. 1-3 Credit.
Individual student independent study in a Mechanical Engineering topics. Students upon approval of a faculty adviser. Proposal and report required. (Taken only with approval of advisor and chair of department.) One to three credits. Prerequisites: MECH 314, MECH 318, MECH 323, MECH 325.
MECH 414. Engineering Economy & Project Management. 3 Credits.
This course provides a background in company operation and management tools. These include: economics; project planning; forecasting; decision analysis; inventory control; and network analysis. Emphasis will be placed on solving practical problems by using software tools such as Excel and other appropriate analysis tools. Three lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: Senior Status. (Cr.3).
MECH 417. Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering. 3 Credits.
Special topics in mechanical engineering of current interest to undergraduate students; subject matter and prerequisite will be announced in advance of particular semester offering.
MECH 421. Solar Energy Systems. 3 Credits.
Study of solar energy systems with emphasis in solar heating and cooling; design of various types of solar collectors using different materials, working fluids, and geometries; energy storage systems for solar assisted heat pumps; use of solar energy in power generation. Pre-Reqs: MECH325, MECH319.
MECH 422. Thermal/Fluids System Design. 3 Credits.
Design and selection of basic components of typical thermal/fluids systems such as heat exchanger, pumps, compressors, and turbines. System synthesis and optimization. Individual or group design projects. Three lectures. Spring. Prerequisites: MECH 302, MECH 318, MECH 325.
MECH 425. Analysis of Hvac Systems. 3 Credits.
Air conditioning systems; moist air properties and conditioning processes indoor air quality, comfort and health; heat transmission in building structures; space heat load; cooling load; energy calculations. Three lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: MECH 302, MECH 325.
MECH 427. Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering. 3 Credits.
Special topics in mechanical engineering of current interest to undergraduate students; subject matter and prerequisite will be announced in advance of particular semester offering. Three lectures. Prerequisite: Senior Status. (Cr.3).
MECH 428. Combustion Systems. 3 Credits.
Basic Cycles for spark ignition and compression ignition engines. Combustion chemistry, flame temperataures, fuels and heating values. Actual versus ideal cycles, equilibrium charts, knock and engine variables. Mechanics of spark ignition and compression ignition engines.s. Three credits.
Cross-listed with MECG 528.
MECH 429. HVAC Systems. 3 Credits.
Design of piping in HVAC systems; pumps and compressors, and their selection; fans, air distribution in buildings and duct design; heat exchangers; refrigeration systems. Three lectures. Prerequisite: MECH 425. (Cr.3).
MECH 431. Structural Biomechanics. 3 Credits.
An introduction to the application of solid mechanic principles.including non-linear behavior, to the human anatomy such as bone, muscle, ligaments, and tendons. The course includes discussions of material properties and behavior; the response of the body to adverse loading; failure and repair mechanism; prosthetic/body interfacing; and prosthetic system design. Issues associated with tissue engineering will also be introduced. Prerequisites: ENGS 230 and Senior status.
MECH 435. Legal Aspects of Engineering. 3 Credits.
An interdepartmental course covering basic legal doctrines, professional-client relationship, design and practice problems. Topics include American judicial system, contracts, quasi-contracts, agency, licensing, client obligations, construction process, copyrights, patents and trade secrets. Three lectures. Prerequisite: Senior Status.
MECH 436. Fundamentals of Engineering. 3 Credits.
Review of the fundamental principles of engineering. Preparation to qualify as a licensed professional engineer. Specific attention is placed on review of the principles that are the basis for questions on the Fundamentals of Engineering examination. Prerequisite: Senior Status.
MECH 437. Biomechanical Instrumentation. 3 Credits.
In biomechanics it is important to be able to measure mechanic variables with accuracy and in an appropriate manner. This course will cover the methods and issues associated with measuring mechanical and chemical properties in a biomechanical environment. This will include identifying the mechano-chemical source of biological signals, measuring basic mechanical properties such as position, pressure, flow-rate and temperature with particular attention being paid to biological applications. In addition, the methods needed to measure different types of radiation will be studies to allow students to understand how radiological equipment is used and controlled.Pre-requisite: MECH 312.
MECH 438. Operation Research. 3 Credits.
Presentation of the analysis associated with managing manufacturing operations. Topics covered will be decision-making, forecasting, materials requirement planning, queuing, project management, and aggregate planning. Three credits.
MECH 439. Manufacturing Process. 3 Credits.
Introduction to metal cutting, and manufacturing processes such as turning, milling, and drilling. Other topics covered include metal shearing and forming, the economics of metal cutting and process planning, inspection and statistical quality control, automation in manufacturing and computer numerical control. Three lectures. Spring. Prerequisites: ENGS 201, MECH 230 (Cr. 3).
MECH 440. Manufacturing System Lab. 0 Credits.
This lab gives hands-on practice in various computer aided manufacturing processes including CNC machinery, controls, and robotics. Three-hour laboratory every second week. Spring. Corequisite: MECH 439. (Cr. 0).
MECH 441. Special Topics. 3 Credits.
MECH 442. Artificial Intelligence Applications in Mechanical Engineering. 3 Credits.
This course will familiarize students with a broad cross-section of models and algorithms in this field. The course will discuss classification algorithms and regression and clustering techniques. The course will include several examples of engineering problems such as Design of Machine Elements, Biomechanics, Additive Manufacturing and 3D printing and Autonomous Vehicles. Three credits.
MECH 446. Manufacturing Systems. 3 Credits.
Group projects emphasizing design for manufacturing, manufacturing system simulation, and prototype fabrication. Concurrent with projects are lectures on modern manufacturing technologies. Two lectures and two-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: MECH 336.
MECH 448. Introduction to Robotics. 3 Credits.
The geometry and mathematical representation of rigid body motion, forward and inverse robot kinematics, robot dynamics, trajectory generation, position sensing and actuation, and the control of manipulators. Three credits. Cross-listed with MECG 548.
MECH 450. Intro to Tissue Engineering. 3 Credits.
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and experience to
tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. An introduction to extracellular
matrix (ECM), cell mechanobiology, cell dynamics and tissue organization will be
covered. The application of collagen scaffolds, cell adhesion, cell trafficking, and
molecule delivery in tissue engineering will be discussed. In addition, students are
introduced to the concept of scaffolders tissue engineering and translating
engineered tissues to the patients. Prerequisites: MECH 318 and ENGS 205.
MECH 451. An Intro to Biofluid Mechanics. 3 Credits.
An introduction to the application of fluid dynamics principles, including non-Newtonian flow, the the human circulatory and respiratory systems in health and disease. The course includes discussions of blood flow in the heart, arteries, veins, and microvascular beds; gas transport between capillaries and the surrounding tissue; flow and particle transport in the lungs; gas exchange across the lung's blood-air interface; and the role of hemoglobin in the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide throughout the circulatory system. Senior Status.
MECH 461. Propulsion. 3 Credits.
Various forms of propulsion will be examined. This will include helicopters, regular propeller
operation, jet engines, gas turbine engines, and turbo-props. The course will start from basic
actuator disk theory and move onto engine design via a thermal/fluids analysis. In addition, basic
rocket operation will be explored.
MECH 462. Aircraft Design. 3 Credits.
A course focused on preliminary design of a commercial airplane. The beginning of the course
reviews incompressible and compressible fundamental aerodynamic principles. These principles
are used to perform initial sizing of a commercial aircraft. Technical drawings of aircraft layout
including cabin layout are produced. Flight performance of an aircraft is evaluated and aircraft
stability concepts are introduced. Pre-requisite of MECH 319.
MECH 468. Astronautics. 3 Credits.
In this course the motion of object in gravitational fields is studied. Governing equations are
derived and applied to study orbits, orbit transfers, and interplanetary trajectories. Vehicle design
for space travel is also examined and includes vehicles delivering payload to the orbit such as
single and multi-stage rockets and reentry vehicles.
MECH 471. Introduction to Nuclear Power Plant systems. 3 Credits.
MECH 471. Introduction to Nuclear Power Plant systems. 3 Credits.
Study of current in-service nuclear plant design, including nuclear plant reactor, reactor auxiliaries, secondary steam plant, and electrical systems; review of the design bases for major systems and components in current operating nuclear plants; evaluation of how the systems function in an integrated fashion. Case studies are used to explore historical engineering and operational issues. New vendor nuclear plant designs are explored and compared to current designs. Three credits. Equivalent to MECG513.
MECH 472. Energy Dynamics of Green Building I. 3 Credits.
The course emphasizes understanding the impact that various environmental systems have on the building design and operation process. Site and climate analysis will be the starting point for defining performance criteria of the built environment. Students will be introduced to analysis tools for interpreting weather data and the fundamentals of occupant comfort. Criteria used to define internal environmental conditions will be discussed as design goal to which all building elements must strive to achieve through systems integration. Three credits
Cross-listed with MECG515.
MECH 473. Analysis&Design Hvac Systems. 3 Credits.
Indoor air quality and human comfort, economy and environmental protection requirements. Heating and cooling loads. Introduction to equipment selection and system analysis.
Cross-listed with: MECG 525.
MECH 474. Introduction to Biomechanics. 3 Credits.
Fundamental concepts and analysis of the engineering associated with human biology. Basic ideas of molecular biology, cell structure and function will be presented along with the mechanics of biological materials: ligament, muscle, and bone. Organ operation will then be examined from an engineering perspective, and will specifically address heart and lung operation. Body dynamics will also be addressed via the examination of walking gait and muscle dynamics. Finally, the engineering involved with the design and operation of artificial joints will be studied along with the instrumentation employed in bioengineering such as bio-imaging. Cross-listed with MECG 531.
MECH 475. Data Driven Problem Solving in Mechanical Engineering. 3 Credits.
Data Driven Problem Solving in Mechanical Engineering. 3 Credits.
This course focuses on the implementation of data analysis to provide optimum solutions to engineering problems. The course will discuss how to; 1) visualize and classify information, 2) identify problems using data analysis and machine learning tools, 3) provide possible solutions and predict outcomes for engineering problems using data mining, and 4) design products and structures informed by data. A broad range of applications within mechanical engineering will be discussed. Three credits.
Cross-listed with: MECG 542.
MECH 477. Flight Mechanics. 3 Credits.
The operation of an aircraft as a function not only the wing but also the engine operating characteristics and overall aircraft parameters. This course develops the analysis needed to calculate flight envelop characteristics, take-off and landing parameters, engine/wing matching requirements, and basic conceptual aircraft design protocols. Three credits. Cross-listed MECG 605.
MECH 478. Introduction to Aerodynamics. 3 Credits.
Pressure distribution and forces on aerodynamic shapes are predicted by using potential flow theory. Incompressible, potential flow governing equations are derived. Equations representing uniform flow, vortices, and potential flow sources are developed, and used to study velocity and pressure fields in some common external flows including airfoils. The study of boundary layers and how they affect the performance of lifting surfaces will be covered. Additionally, a panel method computer code is developed to predict pressure distribution and lift and drag forces on an arbitrary airfoil. Cross-listed with MECG 608.
MECH 481. Energy Management. 3 Credits.
This course covers solid mechanics and material issues associated with the design of an aerospace structure. Students will learn how the structure of aircraft and spacecraft are designed and manufactured and how safety is incorporated at every stage. Students will also receive what are the particular structural material choices that should be made in design. Specifically, fracture mechanics and fatigue failure issues due to cyclical stresses will be reviewed. The safety philosophies used in aerospace structural design, and how they affect design choices will also be discussed. Three Credits. Cross-listed with MECG 614.
MECH 482. Solar Energy System Theory & Design. 3 Credits.
Study of solar energy systems with emphasis in solar heating and cooling of buildings; design of various types of solar collectors using different materials, working fluids, and geometries; energy storage systems for solar assisted heat pumps; use of solar energy in power generation.Three Credits. Cross-listed with MECG 617.
MECH 483. Biomechanics Modeling. 3 Credits.
A rigorous examination of the various components of the human body is covered. These include structural elements such as bones, ligaments, muscles, and the brain. The mechanical properties and behavior of these materials are studied with emphasis being placed on the response of these materials to different loading scenarios. Also, fluid mechanic elements such as the cardio-vascular system and the respiratory system are examined to characterize the interaction between the fluid and organ operation. Particular attention will be paid to the modelling of different parts of the human body via FEA/CFD analysis using nonlinear behavior and material properties. Three Credits. Cross-listed with MECG 631.
MECH 484. Project Management. 3 Credits.
Study of the content, planning, and control of an industrial project; comparison of functional management and project management, the role of the Engineering Manager, project organization structures, project planning, use of critical path methods and project control; emphasis on the project management concept and its applicability to a wide range of industrial projects; the case study method is used to examine a variety of specific management issues, e.g. staffing, controlling and directing the project, identifying and resolving critical issues, anticipating and solving team personnel problems, etc.; various managerial decision tools and project control methods, such as CPM and PERT are discussed. Three Credits.
Cross-listed with ENGG 614.
MECH 485. Design of Aerospace Structures. 3 Credits.
This course covers solid mechanics and material issues associated with the design of an aerospace structure. Students will learn how the structure of aircraft and spacecraft are designed and manufactured and how safety is incorporated at every stage. Students will also receive what are the particular structural material choices that should be made in design.
Specifically, fracture mechanics and fatigue failure issues due to cyclical stresses will be reviewed. The safety philosophies used in aerospace structural design, and how they affect design choices will also be discussed.
Cross-listed with MECG 606.
MECH 486. Control System Theory & Application. 3 Credits.
System model formulation; transfer functions and block diagrams; linear control and feedback systems; root-locus method will be covered along with control hardware and schematic diagrams. Case studies and applications to various engineering systems will be used to introduce students to the principles of control system design. Three credits.
Cross-listed with MECG 730.
MECH 487. Applications of Instrumentation and Data Acquisition. 3 Credits.
Operation, application, and selection of engineering instruments for measuring common engineering variables, e.g. position, velocity, temperatures, pH, force, pressure, strain, flow rate, light intensity, concentration, etc; sensors, data acquisition and processing. Output devices, including logic and actuator operation and selection. Computer-based data acquisition and automated analysis are considered. Cross-listed with MECG 620.
MECH 488. Turbomachinery. 3 Credits.
Review of fundamentals of fluid mechanics, dimensional analysis in fluid machinery; classification and characteristics of fluid machinery (positive displacement, radial, mixed flow and axial); efficiencies; incompressible flow machines (pumps and hydraulic turbines); cavitation; compressible flow machines (compressors and gas turbines); choking and surge.
Cross-listed with MECG 516.
MECH 489. Applied Biofluid Mechanics. 3 Credits.
The efficient flow of water-based liquids and a number of gases in the human body is essential to life. In this course, the principles of fluid mechanics are applied to the solution of a variety of biological flows; such as, blood flow in large arteries and in the capillary bed, and air flow in the lung. Diseases caused by the interruption of normal flow patterns are also considered. Both analytical and numerical solution methods are discussed. Three credits.
Cross-listed with MECG 536.
MECH 512. Energy Conversion. 3 Credits.
Overview of thermodynamic concepts, application of the concept of availability to improve efficiency of gas and vapor power generation systems. Thermodynamics of reacting systems as related to combustion of hydrogen and hydrocarbon fuels. Overview of nuclear reactions and solar energy as energy sources. Environmental impact of power plant operation. Introduction to innovative energy sources such as thermoelectric, photoelectric, electrochemical, wind, tidal and geothermal energy. Prerequisite: Senior Status.
MECH 516. Turbomachinery. 3 Credits.
Review of fundamentals of fluid mechanics, dimensional analysis, classification and characteristics of turbomachines, component efficiencies, incompressible and compressible turbomachines; hydraulic and wind turbines. Prerequisite: Senior Status.
MECH 521. Advanced Mechatronics. 3 Credits.
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and experience to design and build mechatronic systems. The course covers basic transducer operation, controller design and programming, a-to-d and d-to-a issues, and motor selection and use. The course also introduces the students to basic programmable logic controller (PLC) systems and ladder logic. Pre-Reg: MECH312.
MECH 525. Hvac Systems Analysis. 3 Credits.
Indoor air quality and human comfort, economy and environmental protection requirements. Heating and cooling loads. Introduction to equipment selection and system analysis.
MECH 528. Combustion Systems. 3 Credits.
Fundamentals of combustion processes, thermochemistry, equilibrium, adiabatic flame temperature calculations, thermodynamic cycle analyses and performance estimations of turbojets, turbofans, turboshaft, and ramjet engines, preliminary design of liquid and solid propellant rockets.