Mechanical Engineering

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 

 

Classes

MEEG 103 : Intro to Computer Aided Design

Create professional solid models, assemblies, and 2D drawings using Autodesk's Fusion 360 3D modeling software. Design engineering parts/assemblies for machining, manufacturing, and 3D printing. Use 3D design modeling and assemblies in future design classes for product design and engineering simulations (structural, thermal, motion, and multiphysics analysis). Get ready to broaden your 3D modeling skills with other 3D modeling software.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Admission to Howard University, EGPP 101 (corequisite)

MEEG 204 : Intro to Solid Mechanics

Presents basic concepts of stress and strain of deformable bodies, state of stress and strain, Mohr's circle, and bending of prismatic bars, buckling of structural columns, among other topics. The student begins to analyze and to understand the behavior of elementary mechanical structures.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

CIEG 202 (prerequisite), MEEG 206 (corequisite)

MEEG 206 : Solid Mechanics Lab

Expose students to experimental techniques applicable in evaluation of the mechanical properties of materials. Explore basic mechanical measurement processes of engineering materials as well as comparison of analytical predictions with experimental results. Intended to reinforce concepts learned in Solid Mechanics and Materials Science courses.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

CIEG 202, PHYS 013, PHYS 023

MEEG 207 : Intro to Eng. Computations

Introduces programming with computers. Programming concepts include procedural thinking, algorithm development, and techniques for developing solutions to engineering problems using software packages such as MATLAB. Prepares the student to use digital foundational methods to solve engineering problems, as an undergraduate and beyond.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

PHYS 013, MATH 157

MEEG 209 : Material Science

Provide fundamental concepts in materials science and engineering. Cover topics such as atomic structure, crystal structure and defects, diffusion, and mechanical properties. Discuss types of materials and their applications. Correlate structure of metals, ceramics, and organic materials with their mechanical, chemical, electronic, magnetic, optical, and thermal properties. Control properties by modifying the microstructure, and stability of materials in service environments. Learn the fundamental properties of materials

Credits

3

Prerequisites

CHEM 003, PHYS 014, MATH 158

MEEG 301 : Systems Dynamics

Explore mathematical modeling of physical systems such as mechanical, fluidic, thermal and/or electrical elements. Students are provided with background in the fundaments of classical system dynamics and control theory. The programming language such as MATLAB is used for solving complex problems in these areas. Introduction to modern control theory, block diagrams, classical feedback control, and their application to practical electro-mechanical and aerospace problems.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

CIEG 302, MATH 159, MEEG 207

MEEG 304 : Thermodynamics

Presents basic thermodynamic concepts and definitions, laws of thermodynamics, properties of pure substances, entropy and entropy generation, irreversibility, and exergy.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

PHYS 014, MATH 158 (prerequisite), MEEG 307 (corequisite)

MEEG 306 : Applied Thermodynamics

Applies thermodynamic principles to the analysis of mixtures, combustion, power cycles, gas turbines, compressors, and other energy devices, reciprocating engines, refrigeration, reactive systems, gas-vapor mixtures and psychrometry, and thermodynamic property relations.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 304, MEEG 307

MEEG 307 : Fluid Mechanics

Introduces properties and mechanics of fluids, kinematics, and control volume continuity, momentum, and moment of momentum equations.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MATH 158, MATH 159, CIEG 302

MEEG 308 : Aerofluid Dynamics

Covers potential flow theory and compressible flow, circulation, vorticity and wing theory, shock waves, expansion waves and nozzles, introduction to boundary layer theory and applications.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 304, MEEG 307

MEEG 310 : Mechanical Design I

Integrates knowledge of strength of materials in a design context, stress and deflections in engineering structures. Introduces the design of machine components.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 204, MEEG 209

MEEG 311 : Mechanical Design II

Explore frictional and wear considerations in the design of mechanical systems. Designing of rolling contact bearings, gears, clutches, brakes, and flexible mechanical elements are examined. Boundary layer lubrication, mixed lubrication and hydrodynamic lubrication pertaining to journal bearings, pressure-fed bearings are studied. Topics on spur, helical, bevel and worm gears are analyzed. Kinematics of gear trains, planetary gear trains, force analysis, wear and manufacturing aspects of gear are considered.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 310

MEEG 316 : Instrumentation & Exper Lab

Expose students to hands on experience in instrumentation with focus on theory and operation of various instruments and sensors employed in mechanical engineering measurements including consideration of precision and accuracy errors in experimental measurements. Become familiar with computer-aided data acquisition and preparation of technical reports.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

EECE 310, MATH 159

MEEG 318 : Jet Propulsion

Covers power cycles, combustion fundamentals, aircraft and missile propulsion, engines compressors and turbines.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 306, MEEG 320

MEEG 319 : Manufacturing

Explores major groups of manufacturing processes which consist of casting, forming, machining, and joining processes. Each group of manufacturing processes includes several manufacturing techniques for producing diverse manufactured parts. Also, manufacturing processes for a competitive environment are introduced. These processes include automation in manufacturing and computer-integrated manufacturing. Surface treatment techniques, metal structure, behavior and physical properties are considered. Metal alloys, polymer, ceramics, and composite materials are explored.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 204, MEEG 209

MEEG 320 : Fluid Mechanics II

Covers the fundamental physical concepts related to external flow. Students will demonstrate necessary problem-solving skills to solve basic engineering problems in fluid and aero systems in which fluid analysis is necessary.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 307 (prerequisite), MEEG 350 (corequisite)

MEEG 350 : Comp Aided Engineering

Explore the structural, generative design, thermal, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics analysis with real-world engineering examples. Conceptualize and solve complex engineering problems in virtual spaces using CAE software. Explore commercially available Computer Aided Engineering software for multidisciplinary system design and optimization. Learn how to collaborate in a team on a multiphysics design project through online meetings and synchronous and asynchronous communication tools.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 103, MEEG 204, MEEG 307

MEEG 403 : Heat Transfer

Presents analytical and numerical methods of heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation, steady and unsteady state heat flow, condensing vapors, and boiling liquids.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 306, MEEG 320, MEEG 350

MEEG 416 : Aerostructures

Teach mechanics of materials methods of stress and deformation analysis applicable to the design of aircraft and space structures. Cover fundamental topics such as static analysis of aerospace structures, analysis of thin-walled beams with open and closed section, unsymmetrical bending of wing sections, torsion of skin-stringer and multi-cell sections, flexural shear, shear center and failure theories of materials. Develop an ability to analyze structures that arise in aerospace applications.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 204, MATH 159, MEEG 207

MEEG 418 : Vibration Analysis

Covers conventional and modern techniques to analyze vibrational issues in complex environments. Explores harmonic motion, viscous damping and modeling. Considers energy method of vibration modeling and control. Examines stiffness, stability, and design considerations. Analyzes dorce responses with multiple degrees of freedom. Uses numerical solution techniques and MATLAB programing.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 301

MEEG 421 : Product Data Management

Covers topics fundamental to global collaborative engineering, product data management, and collaborative product data management.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 310, MEEG 103

MEEG 423 : Thermal/Fluid Science Lab

Expose students to experimental techniques applicable in evaluation of the behavior of fluid and thermal systems including design, instrumentation, measurement techniques and data analysis of thermal/fluid systems

Credits

1

Prerequisites

MEEG 307 (prerequisite), MEEG 403 (corequisite)

MEEG 441 : Senior Project I

Prepare the senior undergraduate student for the industrial work environment, develop professional skills of the student in teamwork, and to apply fundamental, basic scientific and engineering principles to a design that satisfies a need.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 311, MEEG 306, MEEG 320 (prerequisite), MEEG 403 (corequisite)

MEEG 443 : CAD/CAM

Introduces computer graphics, design software and solid modeling.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 207, MEEG 310, MEEG 319

MEEG 450 : MEMS

Explore the fundamentals of MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems), MEMS applications, and various micro/nanofabrication processes. Learn MEMS devices' design considerations such as stress/strain, fluid flows, and heat transmission in micro/nanoscale and materials for MEMS. Be introduced to various microsystem fabrication processes such as photolithography, oxidation, chemical vapor deposition, etching, etc. Collaborate with peers to design microsystems and present your ideas through the group project.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

PHYS 013, PHYS 014, MEEG 209, MEEG 307, MEEG 350

MEEG 461 : Energy Engineering I

Introduces modern energy sources useful for engineering applications. Includes fossil, nuclear, solar, wind, geothermal and biomass.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 306

MEEG 462 : Energy Engineering II

Covers current practices governing use of energy sources. Discuesses effective utilization and economic considerations, and new and emerging technologies.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

MEEG 461

MEEG 990 : Co-op Mechanical Engineering

Required for students enrolled in the Cooperative Education Program during time spent in industry. Credit may be awarded based on evaluation of employer(s) and a written report by the student.

Credits

3

MEEG 991 : Co-op Mechanical Engineering

Required for students enrolled in the Cooperative Education Program during time spent in industry. Credit may be awarded based on evaluation of employer(s) and a written report by the student.

Credits

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