Weisberg Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering integrates in-depth knowledge of core areas in mechanical engineering such as mechanics, thermal science, materials and manufacturing, control systems, and product design and development with advanced study in computing and physical sciences. This integration is critical for multidisciplinary areas such as bio and manufacturing engineering, robotics, nanotechnologies, and energy systems. Tools ranging from computer simulation and systems modeling to advanced experimental techniques are developed and applied in order to provide a profound understanding of fundamental phenomena, processes, and system characteristics in these areas.
Courses
- General Education Course
Industrial and Systems Engineering
Design of work systems and measurement of work. Students are also introduced to ergonomics considerations in the design of manual operations.
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of systems engineering and their application to the development of complex systems.
Simulation of complex deterministic/stochastic systems. Random number generation. Input and output analyses. Spreadsheet simulations Design of simulation experiments. Applications in manufacturing, supply-chain, networks, military, health care, service systems.
Pre-req: CS 110 with a minimum grade of D or ENGR 111 with a minimum grade of D or ME 111 with a minimum grade of D.
Special Topics
Special Topics
Special Topics
Special Topics
Independent Study
Independent Study
Independent Study
Independent Study
Examination of the methodology of operations research, including linear programming, transportation methods, network flows, economic analysis, decision analysis, queuing theory and simulation. Examination of the methodology of operations research, including linear programming, transportation methods, network flows, economic analysis, decision analysis, queuing theory and simulation.
Pre-req: IE 610 or IE 610G.
A continuation of IE 540 including an introduction to sensitivity and parametric analysis in linear programming, integer programming, nonlinear programming, dynamic programming, reliability theory, and inventory control. (PR: IE 630) A continuation of IE 540 including an introduction to sensitivity and parametric analysis in linear programming, integer programming, nonlinear programming, dynamic programming, reliability theory, and inventory control. (PR: IE 630)
Special topics in advanced Industrial Engineering that are not offered regularly. Special topics in advanced Industrial Engineering that are not offered regularly.
Special topics in advanced Industrial Engineering that are not offered regularly. Special topics in advanced Industrial Engineering that are not offered regularly.
Special topics in advanced Industrial Engineering that are not offered regularly. Special topics in advanced Industrial Engineering that are not offered regularly.
Examination of the quantitative and conceptual tools for generating goods and services in manufacturing and non-manufacturing organizations. Examination of the quantitative and conceptual tools for generating goods and services in manufacturing and non-manufacturing organizations.
Mechanical Engineering
Introduction to effective problem-solving techniques used in various engineering applications. Computational tools including C and MATLAB will e covered.
Pre-req: MTH 132 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or MTH 229 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or MTH 229H (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.
An introduction to manufacturing systems and strategy. A study of manufacturing processes. Measurement and quality assurance machining, welding, and casting processes. Hot and cold forming and joining processes. 1 lec and 6 lab
Pre-req: ENGR 215 with a minimum grade of D and (ENGR 102 with a minimum grade of D or CE 102 with a minimum grade of D).
This course provides basic concepts of DC and AC circuit analysis, an overview of the instrument characteristics and measurement principles, and description and evaluation of sensors commonly used with instrumentation.
Pre-req: MTH 230 with a minimum grade of D and PHY 213 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.
This course covers flight dynamics; and modeling, stability, and control aspects of aircrafts.
Pre-req: ENGR 213 with a minimum grade of D.
Gas, vapor, combined power cycles, co-generation, entropy, combustion, fuel cells, and equations of state.
Pre-req: ENGR 219.
This course covers flight dynamics; modeling, stability, and control aspects of aircrafts.
Pre-req: ME 305 with a minimum grade of D.
This course covers physical principles of fluid power cylinders, control valves, fluid power components: compressors, pumps, valves, cylinders, and motors, fluid power circuits, troubleshooting: hydraulic, symptoms, procedures, pneumatics.
Pre-req: ENGR 214 and ENGR 216.
Experimental analysis and design; probability and statistical, uncertainty, and error analysis; Experiments in fluid, heat and thermodynamics; principles and performance of measuring systems; Laboratory experience. 1 Hour for lecture and 3 hours for lab.
Pre-req: ME 360 with a minimum grade of D and ENGR 219 with a minimum grade of D and ME 350 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.
This course covers economical production by understanding the capabilities of different manufacturing processes, candidate manufacturing processes for a given part, performing manufacturabiliity evaluation at the design stage, automation, IMS.
Pre-req: ME 240 with a minimum grade of D.
Covers the mathematical methods available for analysis of engineering problems, and how to apply them effectively for analytically mechanical and thermal systems.
Pre-req: MTH 231 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D and MTH 335 with a minimum grade of D.
Mechanical design of machine elements, static and fatigue failures, shaft systems, bearings, gears, springs, screws and fasteners.
Pre-req: ENGR 216 with a minimum grade of D.
Fluid statics, fluid kinematics, Bernoulli equation, momentum analysis, dimensional analysis, internal flows, fluid machinery, power and efficiency, external flows, compressible flows, differential analysis and Navier-Stokes equation, computational fluid dynamics.
Pre-req: ENGR 214 with a minimum grade of D and MTH 231 with a minimum grade of D.
The determination of the motion and forces of machines and mechanisms including rotating machinery, cams and gears. Analyze position, velocity, accelerations, static loads, and dynamic loads.
Pre-req: ENGR 214 with a minimum grade of D and ENGR 216 with a minimum grade of D.
Engineering measurements and experimentations. Hands-on labs and data analyses in several major topics of the Mechanics of Materials theory and Theory of Machines.
Pre-req: ME 340.
Design and analysis of thermal systems including components selection and integrations.
Pre-req: ME 350.
Problem solving methodology in the design, analysis, and synthesis of mechanical systems. Engineering design process involving modeling, computer simulation, concepts of optimization, robustness, reliability, sustainability.
Pre-req: ME 410 with a minimum grade of D.
Design characteristics and operational performance of energy systems.
Pre-req: ME 310 with a minimum grade of D.
This course covers standard symbols, pumps, control valves, assemblies, actuators, filter regulator lubricator (FRL), maintenance procedures, switching, control devices, fluid power circuits including design, application, and troubleshooting.
Pre-req: ME 245 with a minimum grade of D.
Experimental laboratory mainly from within the thermo-fluids area, concerned with fluid statics, flow, heat transfer, internal combustion engines, data acquistion, analysis, including use of computers. Principles of good experimental design.
Pre-req: MTH 335.
This course covers CNC CAD/CAM, CNC tools, coordinate systems, CNC programming Language, CNC operation, CNC tool paths, CNC turning, G/M code reference, CNC milling work-holding, rapid prototyping, 3D printing.
Pre-req: ME 240 with a minimum grade of D.
The theories and principles of jet propulsion. Thermodynamic cycles. The mechanics and thermodynamics of combustion. Turbine engine performance characteristics. Component and cycle analysis of jet engines and turbomachinery.
Pre-req: ME 310 with a minimum grade of D.
Prepares mechanical engineering students for ME 453 Capstone Design II, professional responsibility, development of effective communication skills, and learning strategies. Students begin to work on a capstone design project. (PR: ME 325, ME 350, ME 410)
Pre-req: ME 325 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D and ME 350 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D and ME 410 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.
Capstone Design II3 Credit hours Students utilize the engineering design process to complete a comprehensive project that addresses a real-world problem with realistic constraints in a collaborative environment.
Pre-req: ME 452 with a minimum grade of D.
Covers material properties and behavior of pure metals and common metal alloys. Discuss various aspects of extractive, mechanical, physical metallurgy, theory and practice of identification, selection, processing, conditioning, and testing.
Pre-req: ENGR 215 with a minimum grade of D.
Covers the main structural materials used in aircraft in terms of their production, properties, performance, and applications.
Pre-req: ENGR 215 with a minimum grade of D.
Introduction to effective problem-solving techniques used in various engineering applications. Computational tools including C and MATLAB will be covered.
Pre-req: ME 410 with a minimum grade of D and (ME 420 with a minimum grade of D or ME 360 with a minimum grade of D).
Subject matter to be selectred from topics of current interest.
Subject matter to be selected from topics of current interest.
Subject matter to be selected from topics of current interest.
Subject matter to be selected from topics of current interest.
Individual study of advanced mechanical engineering areas.
Individual study of advanced mechanical engineering areas.
Individual study of advanced mechanical engineering areas.
Individual study of advanced mechanical engineering areas.
Occupational Safety and Health
Intro to Occup Safety (CT)3 Credit hours Introduction to occupational safety and health on an international level. Comparisons of various accidents by type and country will be explored along with prevention techniques.
Pre-req: SFT 235 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and (PHY 201 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or PHY 211 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D) and PHY 202 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.
A supervised experience in which the student works for a company to gain practical experience in a students major.
Pre-req: ENGR 217 with a minimum grade of D.
Pre-req: SFT 235 with a minimum grade of D.
Introductory principles within human-machine relationships; examining the biological, physiological, and psychological factors which contribute to accident causation.
Pre-req: SFT 373L (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D and (PHY 203 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or PHY 212 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D) and PHY 204 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.
A laboratory course designed to include the principles and applications of human factors/ergonomics that were introduced in SFT 373.
Pre-req: SFT 373 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D and (PHY 203 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D or PHY 212 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D) and PHY 204 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.
Pre-req: SFT 235 or SED 235.
An introductory course in the teaching of safety and driver education, including techniques of classroom and behind-the- wheel instruction. 2 lec-2 lab.
A course designed to study and evaluate the varied and complex system of laws governing the control of all forms of traffic and the influences and responsibilities of traffic law enforcement in presentday society.
International Safety & Health3 Credit hours The course covers the impact of globalization on worldwide safety and health programs, and a wide variety of safety and health programs for various countries and multinational organizations.
Environmental protection as related to industrial settings. Air/water quality, noise and chemical pollution and hazardous material control.
Pre-req: CHM 212 with a minimum grade of C and CHM 218 with a minimum grade of C and (PHY 203 with a minimum grade of C or PHY 212 with a minimum grade of C) and PHY 204 with a minimum grade of C and SFT 465 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and SFT 454L (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.
Quantitative monitoring techniques for measuring air and water quality, the measurement of noise and chemical pollutions and the evaluation of other physical hazards.
Pre-req: SFT 465 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and SFT 454 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D and CHM 212 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and CHM 218 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and (PHY 203 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C or PHY 212 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C) and PHY 204 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C.
The course covers the various aspects of safety and health in professional health care services.
Introductory principles of workers' compensation and how it relates to the safety professional.
An introductory course in traffic accident investigation designed to give insight into the recognition and collection of evidence, collecting and recording data and reconstruct- ing the accident based on the facts.
Pre-req: SFT 372 with a minimum grade of D and SFT 375 with a minimum grade of D and SFT 373 with a minimum grade of D.
Safety Internship3-12 Credit hours Safety functions in industry. Principles of organization and application of safety programs. Prevention, correction and control methods are outlined and evaluated.
Pre-req: SFT 235 with a minimum grade of C.
A survey of the legislation that has affected the safety movement with special emphasis on the 1970 Occupational Safety and Health Act.
Pre-req: SFT 372 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C and CHM 212 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D and CHM 218 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D.
A study of safety program development, functions, organization and management.
Pre-req: SFT 372 with a minimum grade of D and CHM 212 with a minimum grade of D and CHM 218 with a minimum grade of D and (PHY 203 with a minimum grade of D or PHY 212 with a minimum grade of D) and PHY 204 with a minimum grade of D.
An introductory course that explores the relationship between engineering and fire prevention. Topics include: water supplies, sprinkler systems, behavior of fire and materials, fire protection, fire extinguishers, and other systems.
The course covers the impact of globalization on worldwide safety and health programs, and a wide variety of safety and health programs for various countries and multi-national organizations.
Environmental protection as related to industrial settings. Air/water quality, noise and chemical pollution and hazardous material control.
The course covers the various aspects of safety and health in professional health care services.
Introductory principles of workers' compensation and how it relates to the safety professional.
An introductory course in accident investigation designed to give insight into the recognition and collection of evidence, collection and recording data and reconstructing the accident based on the facts.
A study of the latest industrial safety information which will assist the student in designing a program to reduce or eliminate all incidents which downgrade the system.
Safety functions in industry. Principles of organization and application of safety programs. Prevention, correction, and control methods are outlined and evaluated.
A study of safety programs at the state and local levels including the administrative, instructional, and protective aspects of a comprehensive safety program in schools, occupations, home and public.
Concerned with safe, efficient movement of people and goods. Involves highway, air, water, pipeline, and rails.
An analysis of the educational philosophies and the application of these philosophies to occupational safety. A study of the effect of occupational safety on modern living.
An analysis and study of selected works of national and international authors concerning significant works in Occupational Safety.
The design and engineering of facilities and equipment to meet the physical needs of the human as well as enhancing production.
Concerned with environmental health and safety hazards that arise out of or occur during work of employees.
A laboratory course designed to complement Industrial Hygiene.
This course will cover the techniques of development, design maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial ventilation systems. Also the types of ventilation systems used for different types of toxic materials. This course will cover the techniques of development, design maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial ventilation systems. Also the types of ventilation systems used for different types of toxic materials.
Pre-req: SFT 647 or SED 647.
A study of how humans interact with the work environment, focusing on human capabilities and limitations, repetitive motion disorders, the human/machine interface and workspace design.
Pre-req: SFT 660 or SED 660.
An examination of the aspects of the work environment that can affect health: time pressure, machine pacing, control etc. The recognition, measurement and control of these factors will be discussed. An examination of the aspects of the work environment that can affect health: time pressure, machine pacing, control etc. The recognition, measurement and control of these factors will be discussed.