Principles of manufacturing processes in the areas of metal removal, forming, joining and casting and fundamentals of numerical control. Study includes applications of equipment, e.g., lathe, milling machine, drill press, saw, grinder, welder, molding equipment and core makers. Emphasis on safety during hands-on operations. Two hours lecture, one three-hour lab.

Introduction to the use of computers for engineering, science and mathematical computations. Provides basic computer operation skills, and includes the use of modern interactive symbolic and numerical computation packages as well as an introduction to programming methods for solving engineering problems. Both analytical and graphical tools will be used for applications. Sample applications will be drawn from a variety of science and engineering areas.

Prerequisite: Math 30; Phys 11A; Phys 11A may be taken concurrently

Application of programming in the solution of practical engineering problems. Topics include problem formulation, algorithm development, advanced graphical user-interface development, and generating simulations using software packages such as Simulink. A project that involves programming a robot to perform designated tasks is included. Laboratory 1 unit.

Prerequisite: ME 76 or equivalent

Introduction to statistical methods applied to analysis of engineering systems. Topics include data collection, distribution characteristics, probability, uses of regression analysis, and decision-making under uncertainty. Introduction to economic analysis applied to engineering designs. Topics include marginal or incremental economic analysis using multiple standard methods while addressing organizational constraints and market factors. Investigations into the roles engineers play in society in working toward sustainability, and ethical decision making in a technological world.

Prerequisite: MATH 31. MATH 31 may be taken concurrently.

Introduction to basic design methodology for mechanical systems and devices. Detail design of machine components; application of analytical methods in the design of complex machines. Failure mode analysis, theories of failure, yield, fracture, deflection, and fatigue analysis of machine elements. Design of common machine elements such as bearings and shafts.

Prerequisite: ENGR 112, and ME 37. ENGR 112 and ME 37 may be taken concurrently.

Introduction to design of machine components; application of analytical methods in the design of complex machines. Design of common machine elements such as threaded fasteners, springs, flexible drive components, gears, and friction devices. Introduction to stress and deflection analysis using finite element software.

Prerequisite: ME 116.

Fundamentals of fluid mechanics, including fluid statics; mass, momentum and energy conservation laws and analysis; inviscid and viscous (laminar, turbulent) flow; pumps, turbines, internal flow in pipes; external flow on moving or submerged objects; dimensional analysis, modeling, applications. Lecture. 3 units.

Prerequisite: ENGR110 or concurrent enrollment.

Basic principles of heat transfer, including processes of conduction, convection, radiation, evaporation and condensation. Lecture three hours.

Prerequisite: ENGR 124 and ME 120.

Fundamentals of the Otto, Diesel, Brayton and Rankine power cycles, vapor-compression refrigeration, psychrometric processes and chemical reactions. Theory and application of temperature, pressure, flow, and velocity instruments, introduction to experiment design, errors, uncertainty and data acquisition, data analysis and presentation.

Prerequisite: ME 126 (may be taken concurrently).

Manufacturing considerations in product design including: design for manufacturing (DFM), design for assembly (DF A), design to cost (DTC), design to life cycle cost (DTLCC), design for quality and reliability (DFQR); introduction to concurrent engineering. Two hours lecture, three-hour lab.

Prerequisite: ME 37 and ME 116.

Introduction to techniques used in manufacturing tolerance analysis. Assembly tolerance analysis using standard industry practices; application of geometric dimensioning techniques to tolerance analysis; drawing practices for indicating dimensional tolerances; statistical techniques; tolerance allocation. Introduction to computer aided tolerance analysis.

Prerequisite: ME 116

Study of forensic engineering using state of the art technology. Application of principles of dynamics for forensic investigation and reconstruction of vehicle collisions. Cases involving, cars, motorcycles, bicycles and commercial vehicles. Study of devices that contribute to passenger safety and stability. Analysis of seat belts, airbags, and electrohydraulic stabilizers. Data analysis of Event Data Recorders (EDRs) and verification with real cases using state of the art reconstruction techniques, photogrammetry and the use of computer simulations in two and three dimensions.

Prerequisite: ENGR 110

Theory and design of heating, ventilating and air conditioning for industrial and comfort applications. Topics include refrigeration cycles, heating and cooling load calculations, psychrometrics, solar heating and cooling component, and system design.

Prerequisite: ENGR 124, ENGR 132.

Computer modeling and mathematical representation of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, thermal, and electronic systems or combinations of these. Development of system design criteria and solutions using computer simulation. Use of state of the art automated modeling and simulation methods to build models of multi-energy mechatronics and control systems. Vibration concepts, applied, natural frequencies, eigenvectors, and solution of differential equations using computer simulation. Introduction to state variable feedback control systems. A design project is required.

Prerequisite: ENGR 110, ME 105.

Use of mathematical models for the generation of equations of motion for mechanical and electrical systems. Evaluation of single and multiple degrees of freedom systems in the time and frequency domain. Topics include feedback control systems, Laplace transform, state space representation, transfer functions, error analysis, stability of control systems and system response. Automatic control system design using root locus and frequency response methods. Design of compensating controls using state of the art software and automation tools. Introduction to digital control.

Prerequisite: ME 171.

Mathematical fundamentals of Finite Element Modeling (FEA). Engineering analysis and design of structural members, and machinery components using FEA models. Model generation using computer graphics. Computer solutions of static, dynamic, heat transfer, stress analysis, fluid mechanics and structural problems.

Prerequisite: ENGR 112, ME 105.

Principles of mechanical properties of metals, including strength under combined loads, fatigue, and fracture mechanics. Laboratory includes study of strengthening mechanisms, and principles of experimental stress analysis. Lecture two hours; Laboratory three hours.

Prerequisite: ENGR 112

Properties, mechanics, and applications of anisotropic fiber-reinforced materials with an emphasis on the considerations and methods used in the design of composite structures.

Prerequisite: ME 180.

Beginning of a two semester project; design of a product, device, or apparatus that will be fabricated in ME 191. Students work in small groups, interacting with product users, vendors, technicians, and faculty advisors. Lecture two hours; laboratory three hours.

Prerequisite: ME 117

Continuation of the project begun in ME 190. Part II consists of fabrication and assembly of equipment, testing and evaluation, and reporting. Seminar one hour; laboratory three hours.

Prerequisite: ME 190.

Designed for Mechanical Engineering students making career decisions. Instruction will include effective career planning strategies and techniques including skill assessment, employment search strategy, goal setting, time management, interview techniques and resume writing. Lecture one hour.

Note: Units earned can not be used to satisfy major requirements.

Prerequisite: Senior status.

Supervised employment in a professional engineering or computer science environment. Placement arranged through the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Requires satisfactory completion of the work assignment and a written report.

Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

Supervised employment in a professional engineering or computer science environment. Placement arranged through the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Requires satisfactory completion of the work assignment and a written report.

Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

Fundamentals of structure, processing and properties of engineering ceramics with an emphasis on the relationships between them. Industrial applications for ceramic and glass components along with the processing and materials selection options available for a given material and application. Topics covered include common ceramic structures, thermal and physical properties of ceramics, powder processing, creep resistance and toughening mechanisms, electronic properties of ceramics, and glass forming.

Prerequisite: ENGR 112

Individual projects or directed reading.

Note: Open only to students who appear competent to carry on individual work. Admission requires approval of an instructor and the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit.

Research methodology and engineering approach to problem solving. Includes an orientation to the requirements for Master's thesis in Mechanical Engineering. Students will be exposed to a variety of possible thesis topics. Students will be required to complete an essay concerning aspects of engineering research. The student will be required to prepare a presentation and also review other students work.

Note: Graduate Writing Intensive (GWI) course.

Prerequisite: Graduate status in Mechanical Engineering.

Introduction to both the theory and applications of digital control of manufacturing processes, including the discrete controller for manufacturing, digital controlled systems for manufacturing, sensors of control loop for manufacturing, discrete process models for manufacturing, manufacturing system input and response, and stability analysis of manufacturing systems.

Prerequisite: ME 105, ME 138, MATH 45.

Study of the interaction of the human body kinematics and dynamic biomechanics in accidents involving the work place, activities and vehicles. Impact injury mechanisms, response of the human body using computer models and software analysis tools. Biomechanical response to impact, and tolerance levels. Human factors that influence the biomechanical reactions of people with their vehicles and the environment. Photographic and video analysis, computer graphics, and computer simulations. Forensic engineering to determine the dynamic forces that cause injury in different situations.

Analytical and numerical analysis of Navier-Stokes equations for laminar flow; stability of laminar flow and its transition to turbulence. Analyzes stream functions and the velocity potential, and vorticity dynamics. The mathematical analysis of incompressible turbulent flows; development of Reynolds stress equations, turbulent boundary layer equations, turbulent flow in pipes and channels, and turbulent jets and wakes.

Prerequisite: ENGR 132, graduate status.

Finite-element methods in the analysis and optimal design of machine components, structures, and distributed systems. Generation of FEA models using computers. Theoretical and practical application of a finite element code such as PATRAN to the solution of engineering problems. Topics include static and vibration analysis, stress analysis buckling, normal modes, direct and modal frequency response, transient analysis, and heat transfer.

Prerequisite: ME 105, ME 173.

Review of Laplace Transforms, matrix algebra, and aerodynamics. Derivation of aircraft rigid body equations of motion. Linearization of the equation of motion about reference flight (trim) condition, and separation into longitudinal and lateral equations of motion. Determination of aerodynamic stability derivatives and control effectiveness. Trim analysis, static and dynamic stability and control. Aircraft handling qualities and stability augmentation. Simulation of aircraft response to control and atmospheric inputs.

Prerequisite: MATH 45, ENGR 110.

Mechanical properties of materials, with special attention to dislocations/defects and deformation and fracture control mechanisms. Mechanical properties of conventional engineering materials as well as advanced materials such as nanostructured materials are considered. Effects of defects on mechanical behavior at ambient and elevated temperature are discussed with attention given to strengthening mechanisms, creep, fatigue and fracture.

Prerequisite: ME 180

Supervised employment in industry or government that provides practical work experience. Requires satisfactory completion of the work assignment and a written report.

Note: Units may not be applied toward meeting the 30-unit requirement of the degree.

Prerequisite: Permission of Graduate Coordinator or Department Chair.

Design of aerospace systems including profile definition, constraints, operations and visualizations, component design, transformation features, and insertions using advanced CAD software such as CATIA. Creation of complete assembly design including creation of product files, identifying, inserting and displacing components, constraining parts, numbering parts and scene creation. Specifics of sheet metal design for aerospace design including creation of flange, cut-out, joggle, holes, stampings and patterns.

Any properly qualified student who wishes to pursue a problem of his/her own choice may do so if the proposed subject is acceptable to the faculty member with whom he/she works and to his/her advisor.

Completion of a thesis. Credit given upon successful completion of a Master's Thesis (4 - 6 units; maximum 6 units).

Note: Course may be repeated for no more than 6 units total.

Prerequisite: Open to students who have advanced to candidacy and have secured approval of a Thesis proposal form one full semester prior to registration.