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The basic principles of thermodynamics are introduced in this course. Concepts of energy and entropy from elementary considerations of the microscopic nature of matter are discussed. The principles are applied in thermodynamic analyses directed towards understanding the performances of engineering systems. Methods and problems cover socially responsible economic generation and utilization of energy in central power generation plants, solar systems, refrigeration devices, and automobile, jet and gas-turbine engines. Prerquisites:
MATH 21
Terms: Aut, Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: WAY-AQR, WAY-SMA
Instructors:
Ihme, M. (PI)
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Zheng, X. (PI)
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Majumdar, A. (TA)
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Muhunthan, P. (TA)
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Wu, D. (TA)
;
Younes, K. (TA)
ME 70: Introductory Fluids Engineering
Elements of fluid mechanics as applied to engineering problems. Equations of motion for incompressible flow. Hydrostatics. Control volume laws for mass, momentum, and energy. Bernoulli equation. Differential equations of fluid flow. Euler equations. Dimensional analysis and similarity. Internal flows. Introductory external boundary layer flows. Introductory lift and drag. ENGR14 and ME30 required.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci
Instructors:
Cappelli, M. (PI)
;
Tang, S. (PI)
ME 80: Mechanics of Materials
Mechanics of materials and deformation of structural members. Topics include stress and deformation analysis under torsion and bending, column buckling and pressure vessels. Introduction to stress and strain transformation, analysis of combined loading states, and multiaxial failure criteria. Prerequisite:
ENGR 14. Students who took
ENGR 14 prior to Autumn 2024 are required to co-enroll in ME80A as of Winter 2025.
Terms: Aut, Win
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci, WAY-AQR
Instructors:
Levenston, M. (PI)
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Zhao, R. (PI)
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Ali, R. (TA)
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Bernardo, J. (TA)
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Chen, C. (TA)
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Einav, S. (TA)
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Portmann, P. (TA)
;
Robinson, K. (TA)
ME 80A: Introduction to Deformable Bodies
As of Winter 2025, students who took Engr14 for 3 units (prior to Autumn 2024) are required to enroll in ME80A when taking
ME80. Review of equilibrium analysis for structures and systems. Shear force and bending moment diagrams under complex loading, introduction to stress and strain, and stress and deformation analysis of structures.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1
Instructors:
Levenston, M. (PI)
ME 102: Foundations of Product Realization
Students develop the language and toolset to transform design concepts into tangible models/prototypes that cultivate the emergence of mechanical aptitude. Visual communication tools such as sketching, orthographic projection, and 2D/3D design software are introduced in the context of design and prototyping assignments. Instruction and practice with hand, powered, and digital prototyping tools in the Product Realization Lab support students implementation and iteration of physical project work. Project documentation, reflection, and in-class presentations are opportunities for students to find their design voice and practice sharing it with others. Prerequisite:
ENGR 14. By application only, see notes below.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 3
ME 103: Product Realization: Design and Making
ME103 is designed for sophomores or juniors in mechanical engineering or product design. During the course students will develop a point of view around a product or object of their own design that is meaningful to them in some way. Students will evolve their ideas through a series of prototypes of increasing fidelity - storyboards, sketches, CAD models, rough prototypes, 3D printed models, etc. The final project will be a high-fidelity product or object made with the PRL's manufacturing resources, giving students a sound foundation in fabrication processes, design guidelines, tolerancing, and material choices. The student's body of work will be presented in a large public setting, Meet the Makers, through a professional grade portfolio that shares and reflects on the student's product realization adventure. ME103 assumes familiarity with product realization fundamentals, CAD and 3D printing. Prerequisite for
ME103:
ME102. By application only, see notes below.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 4
Instructors:
Switky, A. (PI)
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Larson, Z. (TA)
;
Mahmoud Shukri Abubaker, A. (TA)
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Instructors:
Switky, A. (PI)
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Larson, Z. (TA)
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Mahmoud Shukri Abubaker, A. (TA)
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Porras, V. (TA)
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Schroeder, O. (TA)
;
Tejeda, J. (TA)
ME 104: Mechanical Systems Design
How to design mechanical systems through iterative application of intuition, brainstorming, analysis, computation and prototype testing. Design of custom mechanical components, selection of common machine elements, and selection of electric motors and transmission elements to meet performance, efficiency and reliability goals. Emphasis on high-performance systems. Independent and team-based design projects. Prerequisites:
PHYSICS 41 or
PHYSICS 61;
ENGR 14;
ME 80;
ME 102;
ME 103 or 203. Prerequisites strictly enforced. Must have PRL pass. Must attend lecture. Recommended:
ENGR 15;
CS 106A;
ME 128 or
ME 318.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci, WAY-AQR
Instructors:
Collins, S. (PI)
ME 127: Design for Additive Manufacturing (ME 227)
Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) combines the fields of Design for Manufacturability (DfM) and Additive Manufacturing (AM). ME127 will introduce the capabilities and limitations of various AM technologies and apply the principles of DfM in order to design models fit for printing. Students will use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to create and analyze models and then print them using machines and resources in the Product Realization Lab. Topics include: design for rapid prototyping, material selection, post-processing and finishing, CAD simulation, algorithmic modeling, additive tooling and fixtures, and additive manufacturing at scale. Prerequisite: ME102 and
ME80, or consent of instructor. By application only, see notes below.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Somen, D. (PI)
ME 128: Computer-Aided Product Realization
Students will continue to build understanding of Product Realization processes and techniques concentrating on Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines, materials, tools, and workholding. Students will gain an understanding of CNC in modern manufacturing and alternative methods and tools used in industry. Students will contribute to their professional portfolio by including projects done in class. Limited enrollment. Prerequisite:
ME 103 and consent of instructor. By application only, see notes below.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 3-4
Instructors:
Boslough, A. (PI)
;
Delgado, B. (TA)
ME 129: Manufacturing Processes and Design
ME129 is designed for Juniors in Mechanical Engineering who have elected the Product Realization concentration. Students will develop professional level knowledge and experience with materials and manufacturing processes. Activities will include lectures, site visits to local manufacturing organizations, and recorded site visits to global manufacturing organizations. Assignments will include essays and discussions based on site visits, materials exploration including hands-on activities in the Product Realization Lab (PRL), and product tear downs supported by PRL resources. The environmental sustainability consequences of materials and transformation process choices will be a unifying thread running throughout the course. Prerequisites: ME102 and
ME103. By application only, see notes below.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Switky, A. (PI)
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