GENERAL INFORMATION UNIT REQUIREMENTS CURRICULUM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FACULTY

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1 Effective Fall 2013 Major Code: UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PROGRAM FACULTY: Professors: Agarwal (ME Graduate Coordinator), Barez, Du, Furman, A. Hsu (Dean of Engineering), Tai-Ran Hsu (Chairman), Okamoto (Associate Chair), Yee (ME Program Director) Associate Professors: Lee, Rhee GENERAL INFORMATION UNIT REQUIREMENTS CURRICULUM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FACULTY Rev. Fall 13 Contact Information Location: Engineering Building, Room 310 Telephone: (408) Fax: (408) Dept. Web Address: ME Dept. Address:

2 GENERAL INFORMATION Major Code: THE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PROGRAM The undergraduate curriculum provides training in mechanical engineering theory and practice. The curriculum is based on a strong core of engineering science courses common to all engineering programs. It also provides excellent preparation for graduate study. By choosing electives under guidance of a program Advisor, the student may specialize in one or more of the following fields: Mechanical Design, Mechatronics, and Thermal/Fluids. The undergraduate curriculum is accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET). MISSION STATEMENT To serve society, the public sector, and private industry by Providing undergraduate and graduate Mechanical Engineering education that prepares students with the knowledge, modern applications and lifelong learning skills required to serve the engineering profession and industry Contributing to the development and application of knowledge through faculty scholarship Preparing students for the modern professional-practice environment EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES Within a few years of graduation, our graduates are expected to: 1. Apply engineering knowledge and skills to make positive impact on society through employment in industry, advanced study, and/or public service; 2. Communicate effectively and perform professionally in both individual and multidisciplinary team-based project environments; 3. Be engaged in and continue to engage in lifelong self-directed learning to maintain and enhance their professional skills; 4. Determine and respond to ethical implications on issues such as public safety and intellectual property protection, and also reflect on global and societal impacts of engineering solutions to contemporary problems. PROGRAM OUTCOMES a. Have an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering. b. Have an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data. c. Have an ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs. d. Have an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams. e. Have an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. f. Have an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility. g. Have an ability to communicate effectively. h. Have the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global/societal context. 2

3 i. Have a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning. j. Have knowledge of contemporary issues. k. Have an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice. ADVISEMENT All students in the program must see a Department Academic Advisor prior to registration each semester or they will not be able to register for their classes. Department Academic Advisors are available throughout the semester to help students plan their academic programs. PROGRAM COURSE WORK REQUIREMNTS The program requires successful completion of courses in the following areas: General Education, Human Performance, Mathematics and Sciences, Engineering Core, Requirements for the Major, One Capstone Course, and Technical Elective Courses. Technical Elective courses can be chosen from a list of available courses either for breadth or focus among the three areas of Mechanical Design, Mechatronics, or Thermal/Fluids with approval of the Department Academic Advisor. FOCUS AREAS There are three focus areas in the program: 1. Mechanical Design 2. Mechatronics 3. Thermal/Fluids MINIMUM GRADE REQUIREMENTS To qualify for a baccalaureate degree in Mechanical Engineering, a student must receive a grade of C- or better in all courses required for the program (Major and Technical Electives) and earn a cumulative grade point average of at least C (2.0) in each one of the following categories: all college work (the overall average), all units attempted at SJSU, all units in the major, and all units in a minor (if any). Passing grade in the ME 101 course is C- or better. Any student failing to pass this course in two attempts will be disqualified from the program. 3

4 BS DEGREE WITH MAJOR IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING UNITS REQUIREMENT Semester Units General Education: Total University requirement: 51 units. Of the 51 units, up to 21 units may be satisfied by exemption of courses taken in support of the major. 30 (33) Lower Division 24(27) [per GE Plan Taken, see pg 4] Upper Division 6 (Areas S & V) Human Performance (Physical Education) Preparation for the Major 2 30 Math 30, 31, 32, 133A Physics 50, 51, 52 Chem 1A Engineering Courses for the Major (Engineering Core): Engr 10, 100W; CE 99, 112; EE 98; Mat E 25; ME 20, 30, 101, 111, 113. Note: Engr 100W satisfies UD GE Areas R & Z Required Courses for the Major (Departmental Requirement): ME 41, 106, 114, 120, 130, 147, 154, 195A, 195B. Required Capstone and Technical Electives: Mechanical Design Focus: Capstone Course: ME 157 Technical Elective: 3 (4) Courses Mechatronics Focus: Capstone Course: ME 190 Technical Elective: 3 (4) Courses Thermal/Fluids Focus: Capstone Course: ME 182 Technical Elective: 3 (4) Courses (15) 3 10 (12) 3 10 (12) 3 10 (12) 70 (72) Technical elective courses can be chosen either for breadth or focus from an approved list in consultation with a Department Academic Advisor (See page 12) Total Units Required for Degree: 132 (137) 4

5 General Education Requirements The University requires a total of 51 units of General Education (GE) units. Of the 51 units, up to 21 units may be satisfied by exemption of courses taken in support of the major. Following options exists for Freshmen and Transfer Students in satisfying the GE requirements: Plan 1: American Studies (open to Freshmen only) American Studies 1A American Studies 1B One course in each of the following areas: Area Recommended course A1 Comm 20 A2 Engl 1A* C3 Engl 1B* E Hup 69 S Bus 186 V ME 198 Z Engr 100W* *Required Courses Grade of C or better is required in A1, A2, and C3. GE Units Required Plan 2: Humanities Honors (open to Freshmen and by invitation only) Humanities Honors 1A Humanities Honors 1B Humanities Honors 2A Humanities Honors 2B One course in each of the following areas: Area Recommended course S Bus 186 V ME 198 Z Engr 100W* *Required Courses Grade of C or better is required in all four humanities courses. GE Units Required Plan 3: Core GE (open to Freshmen and Transfers) One course in each of the following areas: Area Recommended course A1 Comm 20 A2 Engl 1A* C1 Arth 10/Musc 10B C2 Phil 10 C3 Engl 1B* D1 Econ 1B D2 Hist 15A D3 PoliSci 15B E Hup 69 S Bus 186 V ME 198 Z Engr 100W* *Required Courses Grade of C or better is required in A1, A2, and C3. For D2 and D3, students should take one of the following sequences to satisfy Area F. a) History/PoliSci 15AB b) Afr-Am Studies 2AB c) Asian-Am Studies 33AB GE Units Required Lower Div. 24 Upper Div. 9 Total 33 Lower Div. 24 Upper Div. 9 Total 33 American Studies 1A and 1B is open to Freshmen only. Transfer students are expected to follow the CSU core General Education core requirements. Lower Div. 27 Upper Div. 9 Total 36 5

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7 DESCRIPTION OF COURSES FOR BS IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING COURSES FROM THE CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT Chem 1A General Chemistry. Topics including stoichiometry, reactions, atomic structure, periodicity, bonding, states of matter, energy changes, solutions using organic and inorganic examples. Lab program complements lecture. (Prereq: Proficiency in high school chemistry or Chem 10, with a grade of "C" or better; "C-" not accepted, or instructor consent; proficiency in high school algebra and eligibility for MATH 19; eligibility for ENGL 1A. Lecture 1 hr/lab 3 hrs. 5 units) COURSES FROM THE MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT Math 30 Math 30P Math 31 Math 32 Math 123 Math 133A Calculus I. Introduction to calculus including limits, continuity, differentiation, applications and introduction to integration. Graphical, algebraic and numerical methods of solving problems. (Prereq: Satisfaction of ELM requirement; satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Exam, or Math 19 or Math 19A, with a grade of "B" or better to waive the placement exam. 3 units) Calculus I with Precalculus. Selected topics in precalculus. Introduction to calculus including limits, continuity, differentiation, applications, and introduction to integration. Graphical, algebraic and numerical methods of solving problems. (Prereq: Satisfaction of ELM requirement; Satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Exam, or Math 19 or Math 19A, with a grade of "C" or better. 5 units) Calculus II. Definite and indefinite integration with applications. Sequences and series. Graphical, algebraic and numerical methods of solving problems. (Prereq: Math 30 or Math 30P, with a grade of "C-" or better. 4 units) Calculus III. Functions of more than one variable, partial derivatives, multiple integrals and vector calculus. Graphical, algebraic and numerical methods of solving problems. (Prereq: Math 31 with a grade of "C-" or better. 3 units) Differential Equations and Linear Algebra. Matrices, determinants, systems of linear equations, vector geometry, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization, first order differential equations, linear systems of differential equations, higher order differential equations, Laplace transforms. (Prereq: Math 31 with a grade of "C-" or better, or instructor consent. 3 units) Ordinary Differential Equations. First order equations, higher order linear equations, applications. Laplace transforms, series solutions. Additional topics. (Prereq: Math 32 with a grade of "C-" or better, or instructor consent. 3 units) COURSES FROM THE PHYSICS DEPARTMENT 7

8 Students must take Physics 70 series or Physics 50 series. In general, students may take Physics 70 if they pass the physics placement test, otherwise they need to take Physics 50. Transfer students are expected to take the Physics 50 series if they already have taken physics courses at a community college but have not yet finished the required physics courses. Phys 50 Phys 51 Phys 52 General Physics/Mechanics. Particle Kinematics and dynamics, work and energy, linear momentum, rotational motion, fluids, vibrations, and sound. (Prereq: Math 30 or Math 30P, with a grade of "C-" or better. Lecture 3 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 4 units) General Physics/Electricity and Magnetism. Electric and magnetic fields, dc and ac circuits, electromagnetic waves. (Prereq: Phys 50 or Phys 70, and Math 31, both with grades of "C-" or better. Lecture 3 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 4 units) General Physics/Heat and Light. Temperature, heat, thermodynamics, kinetic theory, geometric and physical optics, and introduction to quantum physics. (Prereq: Phys 50 or Phys 70, with a grade of "C-" or better. Lecture 3hrs/lab 3hrs. 4 units) COURSES FROM THE CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT CE 99 CE 112 Statics. Study of bodies in equilibrium. Applications to particles, twodimensional and three-dimensional structural systems. Topics include free body diagrams, centroids, shear and moment diagrams, distributed loads, moments of inertia, and friction. (Prereq: Engr 10, Math 31, Phys 70 (or equivalent). 2 units) Mechanics of Materials. Stress distributions, strain, stresses and deformations in machines and structures subject to axial, bending, and torsional loads, including combined loads. Stability of columns. (Prereq: CE 99. Corequisites: MatE 25, Math 133A. 3 units) COURSES FROM THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT EE 98 Introduction to Circuit Analysis. Circuit laws and nomenclature, resistive circuits with D.C. sources, ideal operational amplifier, controlled sources, natural and complete response of simple circuits, steady-state sinusoidal analysis, and power calculations. (Prereq: Phys 51 or Phys 71, Coreq: Math 133A 3 units) COURSES FROM THE GENERAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Engr 10 Introduction to Engineering. Introduction to engineering through hands-on design projects, case studies, and problem-solving using computers. Students also acquire non-technical skills, such as team skills and the ability to deal with ethical dilemmas. (Prereq: Open to all majors; high school algebra, geometry and trigonometry. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) 8

9 Engr 100W Engineering Reports. Regular technical writing assignments and companyfocused oral presentations while integrating effects of environmental factors as they relate to products, systems and engineering processes. (Prereq: Engl 1B with a grade of C or better; completion of core GE; satisfaction of Writing Skills Test and upper division standing. 3 units) COURSES FROM THE MATERIALS ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT MatE 25 Introduction to Materials. Atomic and crystal structures; imperfections and atom movement; phase equilibria and transformation boundaries, heat treatment of metals; mechanical, physical, and chemical properties of engineering materials. (Prereq: Chem 1A; Phys 70; Math 31. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) COURSES FROM THE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PROGRAM ME 15 Empower MAE Students. Empower MAE students to stay on course towards achieving career goals as engineers. Provide tools and opportunities to guide students towards career development, community and service involvement, technology and entrepreneurship. Expose these students to career opportunities through technical seminars, outreach technical and community related projects, and tours. (3 hrs. 3 units) ME 19 Graphics for Engineering. Introduction to graphical communication tools. Design and graphical solutions to two and three-dimensional design problems. Development of visualization and technical sketching skills in conjunction with pictorial projections. Individual design project. Focus on computer-aided drawing and design. (3 hrs. 1 unit) (Not open to AE and ME majors for credit) ME 20 Design and Graphics. Introduction to design and graphical solutions to threedimensional design problems involving points, lines, surfaces, and solids. Development of visualization and technical sketching skills in conjunction with orthographic and pictorial projections. Focus on computer-aided design and graphical analytical methods. (Prereq or Coreq: Engr 10. Lecture 1 hr/lab 3 hrs. 2 units) ME 30 Computer Applications. Using a computer to solve engineering problems through programming and the use of engineering application programs. The course uses procedural and informational problem solving methods and practices applied to software design, application, programming and testing. (Lecture 1 hr/lab 3 hrs. 2 units) ME 40 Product Design I. Introduction to product design process. Introduction to threedimensional solid modeling. Computer-aided design, manufacturing, and analysis using commercially available software. Familiarize students with the design process and design for manufacturing. (Prereq: ME 20. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) (Not a technical elective for ME majors) 9

10 ME41 Machine Shop Safety. Introduction to basic machine shop safety and skills. Fabricating of mechanical components and assemblies from engineering drawings, performing tolerance inspection, developing fabrication process plans. (Prereq: ME 20, Tech 20, CE 20 or equivalent. 1 unit) ME 101 Dynamics. Vector mechanics. Two and three dimensional motion of particles and rigid bodies. Force, energy and momentum principles. Passing grade in ME101 is C- or better. Any student failing to pass this course in two attempts will be disqualified from the program. (Prereq: CE 99, Math units) ME 106 Fundamentals of Mechatronics Engineering. Foundational concepts in Mechatronics including analog and digital electronics, sensors, actuators, microprocessors, and microprocessor interfacing to electromechanical systems. Hands-on laboratory experiments with components and measurement equipment used in the design of Mechatronic products. (Prereq: EE 98, ME 30; with a C- or better in each. Lecture 2hrs/Lab 3 hrs. 3 units) ME 109 ME 110 ME 111 ME 113 ME 114 Heat Transfer in Electronics. Introduction to thermodynamics and heat transfer, including condition, convection and radiation. An emphasis on applications for electronics; including heat transfer in computer components, heat sinks, liquid and air cooling and heat pipes. (Prereq: Phys 71, Math 133A, or Math 129A, EE 98. Not open to AE and ME majors for credit. 3 units) Manufacturing Processes. Fundamentals of manufacturing processes such as machining, forming, cutting, welding and casting. Selection of materials. Production facility practices and metrology. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. (Prereq: ME 20 with a C- or better. Pre-corequitsite: MatE 25. Lec 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) Fluid Mechanics. Fluid properties, statics, dynamics of fluids; continuity, linear and angular momentum and energy principles. Viscous and non-viscous flow. Pumps, turbines, flow in pipes and around submerged obstacles. Dimensional analysis and dynamic similitude. (Prereq: Math 32, CE units) Thermodynamics. Properties of simple compressible substances. Ideal gas and other equations of state. First and second laws of thermodynamics, exergy, and irreversibility. Power cycles and refrigeration cycles. Gas mixtures, gas-vapor mixtures, and air conditioning processes. (Prereq: Phys 52 or Phys 70; Math 32 with a C- or better in each. 4 units) Heat Transfer. Conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer with applications. Analytical, experimental, and computational methods of analyzing heat transfer behavior. (Prereq: Math 133A or Math 123; ME 113 with a C- or better in each. Lecture 3 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) 10

11 ME 115 Thermal Engineering Laboratory. Thermodynamics and heat transfer experiments. Temperature, pressure, and flow rate measurements. Technical reports and presentations. (Pre/coreq: ME hrs. 1 unit) ME 120 ME 130 ME 135 ME 136 Experimental Methods. Theory and practice of experimental methods and sensors for making mechanical measurements; statistical and uncertainty analysis; computer-hosted data acquisition, processing and analysis; formal report writing and presentations. (Prereq: CE 112, Engr 100W, ME 111, ME 130. Lecture 1 hr/lab 3 hrs. 2 units) Applied Engineering Analysis. Analytic models for engineering processes and systems in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, solid mechanics, energy conversion, and machine design. Practical interpretations of analytic and approximate solutions for steady and non-steady state problems. Introduction to linear algebra and statistics. (Prereq: ME 101, ME 113, and Math 133A. 3 units) Introduction to Composite Materials. Introduction to theory, application and design with composite materials, including high performance resin-matrix fibrous composites and metal-matrix materials. Topics include materials, test techniques, environmental effects, design considerations and application requirements. (Prereq: MatE units) Design for Manufacturability: With Emphasis on Mechatronic Products. Principles and practice of Design for manufacturability with emphasis on mechatronics; Design parameter; Manufacturing Techniques; Reliability; Design for Quality, Assembly and Environmental Considerations; Case Studies projects and laboratory activities. (Prereq: ME 110, ME units) ME 140 Product Design II. Product design with emphasis on process and material selection. Laboratory exercises in process design and development. Planning for manufacturing. (Prereq: Tech 40. Lab 6 hrs. 3 units) (Not a technical elective for ME majors) ME 141 ME 145 Product Design III. Explorations of interrelationships of design to function and aesthetics. Focus on solid model representations, design-build decisionmaking, design for manufacturability, and assembly based on aesthetics and product functionality. (Prereq: Tech units) (Not a technical elective for ME majors) Electronic Packaging and Design. This course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of electronic packaging, materials, thermal management, shock and vibrations, EMI/RFI/ESD, fatique, reliability, and standardized test procedures. Simple design to insure product rules and guidelines are presented. (Prereq: ME 114, ME 130 with a C- or better in each. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) 11

12 ME 146 ME 147 ME 149 ME 154 ME 157 Thermal Management of Electronic Systems. Fundamentals of heat transfer in macro/micro electronics. Application of theory and engineering practice to the design and analysis of systems for the thermal management of electronic. (Prereq: ME 114 or ME/ChE units) Dynamic Systems Vibration and Control. Mathematical representation of dynamic systems. Damped and undamped free and forced vibrations for single and multi-degree of freedom systems. Vibration control and isolation. Dynamic analysis of control systems. Transient response, frequency response, and the stability criteria. State-variable approach. Feedback and feed forward compensation. Emphasis on engineering problems involving analysis and design. (Prereq: ME 130. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) Engineering Acoustics. Generation, transmission, and absorption of sound. Noise measurement. Applications to architectural design, control and reduction of noise. (Prereq: ME units) Mechanical Engineering Design. Introduction to the design and analysis of mechanisms and machine elements. Graphical and analytical synthesis of linkages, kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms. Application of statics, dynamics, strength of materials, static failure theories, and failure theory to the design of machine components. Threaded fasteners and the design of bolted joints. Group design project. (Prereq: ME 20, ME 101 and CE 112 with a C- or better in each. Lecture 4 hrs. 4 units) Mechanical System Design. Introduction to the mechanical design process. Design and selection of specific machine components including springs, bearings, brakes, clutches, and gears. Introduction to fatigue design using fracture mechanics. Application of plastics, composite materials, and finite element methods in design. Group design project. Computer applications in the design process and in design optimization. (Prereq: ME 154. Coreq: ME 110, ME 147 with a C- or better. Lecture 3 hrs. 3 units) ME 160 Introduction to Finite Element Method. Introduction to finite element methods, matrix algebra, interpolation functions. Deflection and stress analysis, using truss, beam, plate, and axisymmetric elements. (Prereq: CE 112, ME 130 with a C- or better in each. 3 units) ME 165 Computer Aided Design in Mechanical Engineering. Application of CAD, 2- dimensional and 3-dimensional modeling, commercial software and their applications. (Prereq: CE 112, ME 20, ME units) ME 167 Introduction to Biomechanics. Introduction to the mechanics of the muscularskeletal system, kinematics and dynamics of motion, mechanical behavior of physiological systems. Application of engineering fundamentals to the human 12

13 body structure and functional relationship. Instructor Consent. Lecture 3 hours. 3 units) (Prereq: ME 130, ME 154, or ME 169 ME 170 ME 172 Microelectromechanical Systems Fabrication and Design. Hands-on design, fabrication, and testing of micro electro-mechanical systems (MEMS). Processes including oxidation, photolithography, etching, wet processing, and metal deposition applied to MEMS. Design problems for MEMS transducer components such as cantilever beam actuators, membrane deflection sensors, and microfluidic flow channels. (Prereq: MatE 25 or 153 or MatE/EE 129. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) Solar Energy Engineering. Fundamentals of solar energy engineering, basic principles, design and operation of solar systems. Solar energy generation, storage and system efficiency. (Prereq: EE98 and ME 109, 119 or ChE 190 with a C- or better in each. 3 units) Alternative and Renewable Energy Resources. An introduction to alternative energy sources such as solar, wind, nuclear, geothermal, hydroelectric, biomass and fuel cell. Stationary power generation and storage. (Prereq: ME 114 or ME/ChE 109 or ChE units) ME 180 Individual Studies. Individual work on special topics. By arrangement. (Prereq: Upper division standing and instructor consent. CR/NC grading. Repeatable for credit. 1-3 units) ME 182 Thermal Systems Design. Integration of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer and economics in the design of energy conversion and transfer systems, e.g. power generation, electronics and human thermal control. (Prereq: ME 114 and either ME 111 or AE 160 with a C- or better in each. 3 units) ME 183 HVAC Systems Design. Calculation of heating and cooling loads. Psychometrics and human comfort. HVAC systems and equipment. Design of secondary systems for heating and cooling of buildings. (Prereq/Coreq: ME units) Spring (odd years or by demand) ME 184 ME 186 High Vacuum Systems Engineering with Applications. Vacuum technology and methods for creation/control of vacuum process environment. Vacuum pumping, pressure measurement, process gas control, robotic loading mechanisms. Process applications: deposition, etching. Materials and instrumentation in design, construction of vacuum systems. (Prereq: ME 106, ME Units) Automotive Engineering. Overview of automotive engineering including 13

14 aerodynamics, structure, suspension, steering, brakes and drive-train. Application of engineering principles in automotive design and analysis. Use of vehicle dynamic simulation for performance analysis. (Prereq: ME 114, ME 130, ME 154 with a C- or better in each. 3 units) ME 187 ME 188 Automatic Control Systems Design. Formulation of dynamic systems. Analysis of the behavior of analogous electrical, mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in Laplace, Fourier, and time domain. Establishment of design criteria. Design of feedback control systems. (Prereq: ME 147 with a C- or better. 3 units) Introduction to Hard Disk Drive Technology. This course will provide an overview of the technologies involved in computer hard disk drives. Topics such as magnetic recording principles, tribology, shock and vibration, electromechanical devices and control, thermal, and reliability will be presented. (Prereq: ME 106, ME 147, ME 154. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) ME 189 Design and Manufacture of Microsystems. Overview of design and manufacture of micro devices and systems including MEMS. Engineering physics and mechanics; scaling laws for miniaturization, microfabrication technique, material selection, mechanical design methodologies, microsystems packaging design. (Prereq: ME 106, ME units.) ME 190 ME 192 ME 195A ME 195B Mechatronics System Design. Process modeling from test data. Computer aided dynamic system analysis and control system design. Application and integration of micro controller fro digital process and servo control. Development of smart/intelligent products with micro controller. (Prereq: ME 106 or EE 106 with a C- or better; Coreq: ME 147. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) Robotics and Manufacturing Systems. To introduce the science and engineering of robotics and control and applications in modern manufacturing systems including kinematics, dynamics, sensing, grasping, and manipulation analysis. To learn robotics and manufacturing systems through an integrated approach. (Prereq: ME 106, ME 130 with a C- or better in each. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) Senior Design Project I. First half of a one-year team project carried out under faculty supervision. Project will proceed from problem definition to analysis, design and validation, experimentation including possible construction and testing. (Prereq: ME 114, ME 154. Prereq or Coreq: ME 120. Lab 9 hrs. 3 units) Senior Design Project II. Continuation of ME 195A. Culmination of project requiring a formal report consisting of documentation of project results and oral presentation. (Prereq: ME 195A. Lab 9 hrs. 3 units) 14

15 ME 197 ME 198 Cooperative Education Project. Part or full-time on-site paid work experience based on a pre-approved project assignment in area of student s career objective. Oral presentations, written final report and evaluation by project supervisor. Approved technical elective. (Prereq: Instructor Consent. 3 units) Technology and Civilization. History, development, and use of technology in different cultures. Technology s impact on society, global environment, the workplace, cultural values, gender roles, and newly industrialized countries of the world. (Prereq: Completion of core GE, satisfaction of Writing Skills Test and upper division standing. 3 units) ME 199 Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering. Special topics in Mechanical Engineering. Content varies from semester to semester. (Prereq: Instructor Consent. 3 units) COURSES FROM THE AEROSPACE ENGINEERING PROGRAM AE 160 Aerodynamics I Aerodynamic forces and moments. Flow classification. Flow similarity. Conservation laws with applications in the calculation of aerodynamic forces. Boundary layer theory; skin friction and pressure drag. Wind tunnel measurements of airfoil drag and boundary layer properties. (Prereq: Math 32, Phys 50 or Phys 70. Coreq: Engr 100W. 3 units) AE 162 AE 164 AE 167 Aerodynamics II. Aerodynamic forces, moments. Flow similarity. Potential flow. Airfoils, wings in low-speed, high-speed flow. Boundary layers, skin friction drag. Flow measurement, visualization in subsonic and smoke tunnels. (Prereq: ME 111. Coreq: Engr 100W. Lecture 2 hours/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) Compressive Flow. Compressible flow: normal shock waves, oblique shocks, expansion waves, nozzle flow, heat addition, friction, method of characteristics. Numerical methods; panel, lifting-line, lifting service, vortex lattice. Boundary layers: Blausius, Falkner-Skan solutions, separation criteria. Shock tunnel experiment. (Prereq: Engr 100W, ME 111, or AE 160, ME 113 with a C- or better in each. Lecture 2 hrs/lab 3 hrs. 3 units) Aerospace Propulsion. Theory, design, and performance of reciprocating and turbojet-derivative engines, ramjets and hybrid engines, solid liquid-propellant rocket engines. Applications to aircraft, missile, and spacecraft systems. (Prereq: ME 111, or AE 160, ME 113 with a C- or better in each. 3 units) AE 169 Computational Fluid Dynamics. Physical and mathematical foundations of computational fluid mechanics with emphasis on applications. Solution methods for model equations and the Euler and the Navier-Strokes equations. The finite volume formulation of the equations. Classification of partial differential equations and solution techniques. Truncation errors, stability. (Prereq: AE 164, ME 114. Lecture 2hrs/lab 1 hr. 3 units) 15

16 LIST OF APPROVED TECHNICAL ELECTIVES PER FOCUS AREA Mechanical Design ME 110, ME 160, or ME 165, plus two additional courses with the major program academic advisor s approval. Thermal Fluids Any two courses from the following: ME 146, ME 170, ME 172, ME 183, ME 184, AE 162, AE 164, AE 167, AE 169, and CE 150, Plus two additional courses with the major program academic advisor s approval. Mechatronics ME 187, ME 192, plus two additional courses with the major program academic advisor s approval. Subject to the approval of the major program academic advisor, student may take graduate courses from the department course offerings. 16

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18 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT FACULTY FACULTY DEGREE SPECIALIZATION Raghu B. Agarwal Professor & Graduate Program Coordinator Ph.D., P.E. Texas A&M Finite Element Analysis, Computer-Aided Design Fred Barez Professor Ph.D. U.C. Berkeley, ASME Fellow Electronics Packaging, Magnetic Recording, Fiber Optics Winncy Du Professor Burford J. Furman Professor Ph.D., P.E. Georgia Tech, ASME Fellow Ph.D., P.E. Stanford Mechatronics, Robotics, Machine Vision, Pattern Recognition Precision Machine Design, Mechatronic Systems, Mechanical Measurement Tai-Ran Hsu Professor & Department Chair Andrew Hsu Professor & Dean of Engineering John Lee Associate Professor Ph.D. McGill University, ASME Fellow Ph.D. Georgia Tech, ACE Fellow Ph.D. M.I.T. MEMS Design & Packaging, Thermomechanics, Fracture Mechanics Aerodynamics, Turbulent Combustion, and Fuel Cell Technology MEMS, Microfluidics, Microfabrication Processes Nicole Okamoto Professor & Associate Chair Jinny Rhee Associate Professor Ph.D. University of Illinois at UC Ph.D. Stanford Heat Transfer, HVAC, Electronic Systems Cooling Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, and Electronics Cooling Raymond K. Yee Professor & ME Program Director Ph.D., P.E. U.C. Berkeley Mechanical Design, Materials Behavior, Fracture Mechanics, FEA/CAD, Stress Analysis 18