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Dept. Name |
Course # |
Course Title |
Hour |
Prerequisite |
Description |
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Engineering |
501 |
Engineering Mathematics I. |
3 s.h. |
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Provides the mathematical tools needed by students to carry out master's level graduate study in engineering. Topics include: real-variable theory (limits, series, functions of several variables, vector field theory), complex variable theory, linear analysis (systems of linear equations, eigen value problems, Sturm-Louisville theory) and recipes for the numerical solution of any first or second order linear differential equation. The mathematical symbolic-algebraic software system is introduced. |
|
Engineering |
505 |
Mechanical Behavior of Materials |
3 s.h. |
|
Elastic and plastic deformation of materials; introduction to dislocation theory; failure analysis. Topics include loading in real-life situations, variable loading, failure theories, buckling and instability, fatigue analysis, and fracture mechanics. Case histories are introduced from a variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, utilities, oil and gas, petrochemical and biomedical. Helpful techniques are introduced such as operating stress maps. |
|
Engineering |
506 |
Mechanics of Solids |
3 s.h. |
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The topics covered include: strain-energy methods; special problems in bending and torsion; curved bars; beams on elastic foundations; thick-walled cylinders; shrink fit assemblies and rotating discs; thin-walled pressure vessels; bending of thin plates; limit analysis; buckling of bars and plates. |
|
Engineering |
511 |
Linear Systems |
3 s.h. |
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Vector space, basis, projection, null space, function space, L2 and space of continuous functions, Hilbert space, orthogonality, generalized Fourier series, linear transformation, adjoint transformation, eigenvalue problem, linear functional, Gateaux and Frechet differential, constrained optimization, infinite dimensional systems, complex analysis. |
|
Engineering |
520 |
Introduction to Bioengineering |
3 s.h. |
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Introduction to current topics in bioengineering as presented by experts and researchers in the field. |
|
Engineering |
541 |
Probability, Random Variables, and Stochastic Processes |
3 s.h. |
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Sets and events, Random variables, Distribution and density functions, Functions of multiple random variables, Moments and conditional statistics, Information entropy, stochastic processes, wide-sense stationary process, ergodicity, correlation, and power spectrum of stationary processes. Applications to sampling theory and signal modulation and detection. |
|
Engineering |
560 |
Advanced Dynamics |
3 s.h. |
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Motion of rigid bodies in three dimensions; discrete and continuous systems of particles; central force motion and steady mass flow. Other topics include: planetary and rocket motion, Euler's equations, Euler's angles, virtual displacements and work, Fourier series, Langrange's equations, and Hamiltonian theory. |
|
Engineering |
598 |
Independent Study |
1-3 s.h. |
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Special study in a particular aspect of Engineering under the direct supervision of a graduate faculty member. Research results are presented in the form of a paper. |
|
Engineering |
599 |
Independent Study |
1-3 s.h. |
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Special study in a particular aspect of Engineering under the direct supervision of a graduate faculty member. Research results are presented in the form of a paper. |
|
Engineering |
601 |
Engineering Mathematics II. |
3 s.h. |
ENGR 501 |
Provides students with the analytical and numerical tools needed to solve partial differential equations of the type found in engineering practice. Topics include: the UNIX programming environment; the C programming language; separation of variables methods in Cartesian and non-Cartesian coordinate systems; integral transform methods; root finding; integration/differentiation; interpolation of tabulated data; initial-value and boundary-value problems; partial differential equations. |
|
Engineering |
611 |
Experimental Methods |
3 s.h. |
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Application and design of experimental techniques and measurement systems used in engineering laboratories. Introduction to the DMM, digital scope, and computer-based data acquisition systems for measurements of force, motion, pressure, temperature, and flow in steady and unsteady systems. Data transmission, data analysis and presentation, and computer interfacing techniques. Statistical methods and uncertainty analysis. Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art instrumentation systems. |
|
Enginerring |
616 |
Advanced Fluid Mechanics |
3 s.h. |
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Navier-Stoke's equation, Laminar and turbulent flow, boundary layer phenomena, compressible fluid flow including isotropic flow, shock waves, friction flow, and flow with heat transfer. |
|
Engineering |
623 |
Advanced Industrial Engineering |
3 s.h. |
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Introduction to Industrial Engineering. Topics include: quantitative methods, statistics, operations research, engineering economics, production and operations activities, IE management, IE support to production engineer, value analysis and engineering, materials handling and layout, work scheduling, work measurement, production control, statistical quality |
|
Engineering |
625 |
Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems |
3 s.h. |
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Mathematical methods for the dynamic analysis of multi-degreeof freedom, linear and non-linear structures and machines are studied. Computer programming and one of standard math programs are required. |
|
Engineering |
780 |
CAD/CAM |
3 s.h. |
ME 630 |
Development and application of computers in today's manufacturing environment. This is an introductory CAD/CAM course teaching basic concepts applied to today's modern technologies. Various topics include: geometric modeling/ tolerancing, process engineering, computer graphics, PLC's, data communication and LAN's, NC and CNC, robotics, group technology, CIM, and concurrent engineering. Students will become familiar with these topics and use modern equipment and software to develop their own projects. |
|
Engineering |
795 |
Engineering Seminar |
0-3 s.h. |
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Students present their research results at an open seminar. The seminars may be arranged on a biweekly basis over the semester. Active participation of all graduate students is expected. |
|
Engineering |
796 |
Research I. |
1-3 s.h. |
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Under the guidance of a faculty member, the student will conduct an independent research on a selected topic in engineering. The research results will be presented in the form of a paper. |
|
Engineering |
797 |
Research II. |
1-3 s.h. |
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Under the guidance of a faculty member, the student will conduct an independent research on a selected topic in engineering. The research results will be presented in the form of a paper. |
|
Engineering |
799 |
Preliminary Examination Preparation |
3 s.h. |
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This course is intended for Ph.D. students who have completed their coursework but who have not yet passed both the Ph.D. Preliminary Examination. |
|
Engineering |
899 |
Pre-Dissertation Research |
1 - 3 s.h. |
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This course is intended for Ph.D. students who have passed both the Preliminary and Qualifying Examinations but who have not been elevated to candidacy. |
|
Engineering |
999 |
Dissertation Research |
1 - 6 s.h. |
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This course is intended only for those students who have achieved Ph.D. Candidacy status. A minimum of 6 semester hours is required for graduation. |
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Mechanical Engineering |
525 |
Materials Processing and Manufacturing |
3 s.h. |
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Introduction to materials and processes. Processing of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. Modeling and simulation of processes. Sensing and data acquisition. Intelligent processing. Advanced materials and processes. Concurrent engineering. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
598 |
Independent Study |
1-3 s.h. |
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Special study in a particular aspect of Mechanical Engineering under the direct supervision of a graduate faculty member. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
599 |
Independent Study |
1-3 s.h. |
|
Special study in a particular aspect of Mechanical Engineering under the direct supervision of a graduate faculty member. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
620 |
Advanced Control of Manufacturing Processes |
3 s.h. |
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Review of control system principles, modeling and simulation, sensors and actuators, control of manufacturing prosses, discrete time control, PLCs, fuzzy logic control, neural network applications in control systems. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
630 |
Finite Element Methods |
3 s.h. |
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Concepts and techniques of finite element and finite difference methods; mesh generation techniques; computer graphics presentation methods. Application to solids, liquids, and gases in the areas of stress, strain, deflection elasticity, heat transfer, fluid flow, and combustion. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
660 |
Thermodynamic Properties of Materials |
3 s.h. |
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Review of quantum mechanics and introduction to statistical mechanics. Statistical thermodynamics and various models of matter. Accuracy and trends of the predicted properties of various materials. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
760 |
Advanced Heat and Mass Transfer |
3 s.h. |
ENGR 601 |
Survey of heat and mass transfer phenomena. Other topics include: advanced analytical methods in conduction, convection, radiation, and combined systems. Similarity and boundary layer concepts; numerical methods; heat transfer in manufacturing processes. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
790 |
Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering |
3 s.h. |
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Selected advanced topics in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, materials, solid mechanics, dynamics and CAD/CAM. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
795 |
Research Project |
3 s.h. |
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A project assigned with the approval of the Mechanical Engineering Graduate Committee and conducted under the supervision of a graduate faculty adviser. An oral presentation in an open seminar and a written report are required to complete the independent project. Projects related to industrial applications are encouraged. For non-thesis students only. |
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Mechanical Engineering |
796 |
Research I |
1-3 s.h. |
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Under the guidanceof a faculty member, the student will conduct an independent research on a selected topic in mechanical engineering. The research results will be presented in the form of a paper. |
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Mechanical Engineering |
797 |
Research II |
1-3 s.h. |
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Under the guidanceof a faculty member, the student will conduct an independent research on a selected topic in mechanical engineering. The research results will be presented in the form of a paper. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
798 |
Thesis I. |
3 s.h. |
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Formulation of the thesis topic. Literature review and research of the proposed topic. Oral presentation and written submission of thesis proposal. |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
799 |
Thesis II. |
3 s.h. |
ME 798 |
Completion and oral presentation of thesis work. Submission of the written thesis. Oral presentation is required. |