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  • ME 320: Mechanical Vibrations

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Prerequisite: ME 203; ME 208; MATH 350. This course is an introductory treatment of vibrating systems. Students learn to analyze both free and forced, undamped and damped, single degree-of-freedom systems using both equilibrium and energy methods. The method of mass and spring equivalence as applied to both translational and rotational systems is also presented. The study of the response of rotating machinery, dynamic transmissibility and vibration isolation systems subject to sinusoidal inputs are included. Students learn mathematical methods of analyzing nonsinusoidal inputs using Fourier series; Fourier transforms and convolution methods are introduced to solve two degree-of-freedom systems using matrix methods and to apply the technique to the design of a vibration absorber. An introduction to continuous systems using Rayleigh's and other approximate numerical methods are made. The means of assessing students include homework assignments, quizzes, in-class exams, and a comprehensive final exam. 3 cr.
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  • ME 410: Advanced Mechanical Engineering Application Techniques

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Prerequisite: MATH 350; ME 208; ME 316 or concurrently; ME 320 or concurrently. This course is a study of the development and application of advanced solution techniques to engineering problems. The course includes the linearization, and/or solution of key differential equations in solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, and the thermal sciences. Solution procedures studied include the use of finite difference approximations, linear algebra, Laplace transforms, complex functions, conformal mapping, and advanced calculus. Engineering applications include fluid dynamic flowfield predictions (CFD), approximation techniques for stress and vibration in mechanical systems, and an introduction to analysis of mechanical engineering control systems. An individual written report analyzing an aspect of an application technique is required. The methods of assessing students include homework assignments, quizzes, examinations, projects, and a final exam. 3 cr.
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  • ME 417: Heat Transfer

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Prerequisite: ME 303; ME 316. This senior level course is offered to both mechanical engineering majors and nonmajors and is designed to convey the basic principles of heat transfer by incorporating a broad range of engineering applications. Students will use conduction, convection, and radiation equations to determine heat transfer rates over and through plane, cylindrical, and spherical surfaces; determine the optimum thickness of insulation; analyze the effect of heat generation on temperature distribution and heat rate; determine the performance of extended surfaces; calculate the temperature distribution and evaluate the heat rate for two-dimensional steady-state conduction; determine the temperature and heat transfer rate for one-dimensional and multidimen - sional transient conduction; determine the heat transfer rate over a cylinder, sphere, noncircular cylinders, and on a tube bank in the cross-flow of a gas; and perform engineering calculations that involve energy balance and appropriate convection correlations for internal flows and radiation exchange between surfaces. A team project involving a heat transfer experiment and design of cooling fins for a leaded cylindrical wall is required. The methods of assessing students include homework assignments, quizzes, examinations, projects, and a final exam. 3 cr.
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  • ME 419: Experimental and Analytical Stress Analysis

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Prerequisite: ME 208; MATH 350; ME 435 or concurrently. This senior level course builds on the material presented in ME 208 and develops the students' ability to apply the principles of advanced mechanics of materials to problem solving while applying common experimental techniques for solution verification. The analytic studies will involve the study of three-dimensional states of stress and strain, unsymmetric bending of beams; stresses and deflections of curved beams and beams on elastic foundations; deflection and slope in beams using Castigliano's theorem; and stresses in thick walled cylinders. The experimental studies include the basic theory and installation techniques of electric resistance strain gauges, phatoelastic coatings, and applications of load and deflection measuring techniques. Applications of these techniques in the verification of analytical solutions is emphasized throughout the course. Methods of assessing students include homework assignments, laboratory reports, quizzes, a midterm, and a comprehensive final exam. 3 cr.
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  • ME 422: Control Systems

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Prerequisite: MATH 350; ME 203. This is an introductory course in the analysis and design of controls for mechanical systems. Students learn to apply advanced mathematical procedures such as matrix algebra, complex variables, and Laplace transforms to model both mechanical and control systems. Control system representation and performance are studied. Students learn methods of modeling and testing systems for stability, time domain analysis and design specifications, frequency response, and feedback characteristics. Computer application and modeling are used extensively in the course. Several computer projects are assigned. The method of assessing students includes class participation, homework, examinations, projects, and a final exam. 3 cr.
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  • ME 425: Design of Machine Elements

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Prerequisite: ME 208; ME 309 or BME 340. This senior level course is offered to mechanical engineering majors and is designed to introduce students to the methodologies involved in the analysis and design of simple machine parts. The impacts of social, economic, and material constraints on the design process are also considered. Students use failure theories to determine the state of stress in members made of ductile or brittle materials subjected to either steady, alternating, or combined steady and alternating stresses; construct fatigue diagrams and fatigue failure curves; and use Miner's Equation to analyze the state of stress in materials subjected to various loading cycles. Topics include the design of circular and noncircular shafts subjected to steady and fluctuating loads, the determination of the characteristics of clutches and brakes to satisfy operating conditions; the specification of springs subjected to either steady or fluctuating loads to satisfy design specifications; and the specification of threaded fasteners. A project involving the design of machine elements is required. The method of assessing students includes homework assignments, quizzes, examinations, and projects. 3 cr.
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  • ME 426: Gas Dynamics

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Prerequisite: ME 303; ME 316, and senior standing. This course introduces students to the analysis and design procedures currently used for solving engineering problems in compressible fluid flow. Students learn how to combine the concepts of dynamics, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics to generate useful analyses for the design of fluid machinery. Students use control volume theory and several derived compressible flow analyses to develop design procedures for wind tunnels, exhaust pipe tuning, aircraft inlets and nozzles, shock tubes, and gas turbines. Several case studies encompassing contemporary design problems from industry are used in the classroom to enhance the learning process. An individual design project using these methods is assigned. The method of assessing students includes classroom participation, homework assignments, examinations, and a final exam. 3 cr.
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  • ME 435: Mechanical Laboratory III

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Prerequisite: ME 314; ME 311 or concurrently; ME 417 or concurrently; and senior standing. This is the last course in a three-course laboratory sequence. The experimental methodology and communication skills developed in ME 313 and ME 314 are reinforced and the engineering team approach is also used throughout the course. Each student, as a member of a team, experiences four distinct activities: the first is CAD/CAM manufacturing exercise; the second is a vibrations analysis; the third is in energy systems analysis; and the fourth is an interdisciplinary, semester-long team design project where team members work on a semester-long project under the guidance of a faculty project advisor. Technical writing and presentation skills are honed in preparation for the senior design project capstone course. The assessment is based upon the quality of both the writing and engineering content of the written reports and the oral presentation. One class hour, one three hour lab. 3 cr.
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  • ME 437: Design Projects

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Corequisite: ME 439. Selected students work on an independent design project in the semester prior to enrolling in ME 440. This course is intended to provide students with the opportunity for a two-semester project sequence with ME 440. See description for ME 440. 3 cr.
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  • ME 439: Professional Awareness

    3.00 Credits
    Western New England University

    Prerequisite: Senior status. This course is designed to make students aware of some of the problems, concerns, and responsibilities of an engineer as a professional. In addition, students are guided in formulating a proposal for a senior design project in preparation for project work in ME 440. Students participate in discussions, led by invited speakers, on topics that enable them to write a professional résumé, interview fora job, generate an effective and substantive report, and make an effective technical oral presentation. Students are exposed to ethical issues in engineering environments; made aware of the necessity of protecting their work with either patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets and of not infringing on the similar rights of others; and apprised of issues of safety in the work place, product liability, and the importance of professional registration. Faculty and representatives from industry present ideas for senior design projects and each student chooses a project and develops and writes a project proposal under the supervision and guidance of a faculty advisor. The assessment in this course is based on students' participation in discussions, the submission of short papers on some of the issues raised in the presentations, and the quality of the project proposal and oral presentation. One class hour. 1 cr.
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