University of Missouri - Kansas City : Mechanical Engineering (MECH-ENGR)

Introduction to the practice and history of engineering including its impact on human history, product design/ development and its relationship to the ecosystem, professionalism and ethics, the engineering approach to solving real-world problems, engineering communications and calculations, engineering teamwork and case studies. (Same as CIV-ENGR 111).

2 hrs

MEC-ENGR 130 Engineering Graphics

Introduction to Engineering Grapics with the use of the Computer Aided Design tools AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Intoduction to 2D design with AutoCAD includes: basic features, layer control,geometric constructions,othrographic projections, dimensioning and notes,tolerancing,section views,and working drawings. Introduction to 3D design with SolidWorks includes: part modeling,revolved features,sweeps,lofts,assembly modeling and engineering drawings.No previous 2D or 3D CAD experience is necessary to take this class. Semester Offered: Fall/Winter

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 130 L Engineering Graphics Lab

Supplemental lab instruction and assistance for MEC-ENGR 130.

0 hrs

MEC-ENGR 131 Engineering Graphics-3D design

Introduction to Engineering Graphics using the 3D Computer Aided Design tool SolidWorks. Introduction to 3D design with SolidWorks includes: part modeling,revolved features,sweeps,lofts,assembly modeling,and engineering drawings. Some previous 2D AutoCAD experience is required to take this class. NOTE: This class starts halfway through the semester by joining in with MEC-ENGR 130 when they finish AutoCAD and begin SolidWorks. Prerequisite:2D AutoCAD experience.

1 hr

MEC-ENGR 131 L Engineering Graphics 3D Design Lab

Supplemental lab instruction and assistance for MEC-ENGR 131

0 hrs

MEC-ENGR 211 The Engineering Enterprise

The engineering enterprise course covers four topics essential for engineering students with new venture creation interests: creating economic value, leadership, finance, and marketing. The primary objective of this course is to motivate the student to think as a blend of an engineer and a businessperson. (Same as CIV-ENGR 211). Pre/corequisite: MEC-ENGR 111

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 219 Computer Programming For Engineers

Analysis and synthesis of structured computer algorithms for solving engineering problems using high level programming tools such as Excel, Matlab, Fortran and/or C++. (Same as CIV-ENGR 219) Prerequisite: MATH 210

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 220 Electric Circuits

Introduction to electric circuits for civil and mechanical engineering students. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 219, PHYSICS 250 Corequisite MATH 345 Offered: Winter

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 270 Engineering Analysis I

This is an applied course with emphasis on physics and engineering applications. Topics include engineering applications using conics, parametric equations, polar coordinates, vectors, solid analytic geometry, vector valued functions, multi-variable functions, partial derivatives (including applications), multiple integration, vector calculus including Green's Theorum, Curl and Divergence, line and surface integrals and Stoke's Theorem. Prerequisites: MATH 220. Restrictions: Civil & Mechanical Engineering Students Only

4 hrs

MEC-ENGR 272 Engineering Analysis II

An applied course using differential equations in solutions to engineering problems. Topics include applications in first-order differential equations, linear higher-order equations, Laplace transform, Series solutions of linear ODEs (Taylor, Power, and Fourier), Numerical solutions, introduction to systems of differential equations. Prerequisites: ME 270 or MATH 250. Restrictions: Civil & Mechanical Engineering Students Only.

4 hrs

MEC-ENGR 285 Engineering Dynamics

Basic fundamentals of particle and rigid body dynamics; energy and momentum methods; computer use. Prerequisite: CIV-ENGR 275.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 299 Engineering Thermodynamics

Fluid properties, work and heat, first law, second law, entropy, applications to vapor and ideal gas processes. Prerequisites: PHYSICS 240 and MATH 220.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 301 Fundamental Topics In Mechanical Engineering

Current and new technical developments in mechanical engineering. Prerequisite: instructor's consent.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 301 Topics In Mechanical Engineering

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 306 Computer-Aided Engineering

Principles, analysis and application of numerical methods for the solution of engineering problems. Computer implementation. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 319 and MATH 345

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 311 The Technical Entrepreneur

The guiding principal for the course is that entrepreneurs are innovators and operate in an uncertain and risky environment. The course looks at the entrepreneurial mindset and the process of new product line launch. (Same as CIV-ENGR 311). Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 211

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 319 Engineering Computation And Statistics

Statistical distribution functions and application to engineering problems. Limited treatment of curve-fitting and time-series analysis. Introduction to factorial design. (Same as CE 319) Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 219 and MATH 220

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 324 Engineering Materials

The nature of the structure of engineering materials. The relationship of material structure to the physical properties. Mechanical behavior of engineering materials. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 299, CIV-ENGR 276 and CHEM 211.

4 hrs

MEC-ENGR 351 Fluid Mechanics

Concepts of the statics and dynamics of fluids, with emphasis on principles of continuity, momentum and energy. Boundary layers, dimensional analysis and drag are covered briefly. Thorough treatment of pipe flow. (Same as CIV-ENGR 351.) Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 285, MATH 345

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 352 WI Instrumentation & Measurements Lab I

Static and dynamic errors; experiment design; instrumentation selection and calibration; measurement of voltage, resistance, amperage, duration, frequency, displacement, velocity, acceleration, strain, force and torque. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 285, CIV-ENGR 276, and MEC-ENGR 220. Sucessful completion of the WEPT.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 360 Thermal System Design

Gas and vapor mixtures, cycles, availability, imperfect gases, thermodynamic relations, combustion, chemical equilibrium, power systems and design projects. Effects of design choices on the earth and living systems. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 299, MATH 250; Co-requisite: MEC-ENGR 351

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 362 Instrumentation & Measurements Lab II

Continuation of 352 with emphasis on instruments to measure temperature, pressure, fluid flow, fluid velocity, sound, spectral content and emissions. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 351 and MEC-ENGR 352. Corequisite: MEC-ENGR 399.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 380 Manufacturing Methods

Introduction to manufacturing processes with emphasis on those aspects most relevant to methods, problems in force analysis, and practicum and experimentation in machine tool applications. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 324.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 385 System Dynamics

Kinematics of mechanical systems. Introduction to the modeling and analysis of dynamic mechanical systems. Computer analysis. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 285 and MATH 345.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 390 Engineering Coop/Internship

Students may participate in structured Engineering Coop/ Internship under the supervision of employer. They must carry out significant professional responsibilities and whatever additional assignments are determined by the employer. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 285 and CIV-ENGR 211

0 hrs

MEC-ENGR 399 Heat And Mass Transfer

Fundamentals of conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer. Use of nondimensional parameters. Theory of heat exchangers. Mass transfer. Prerequisites: MATH 345, MEC-ENGR 319, MEC-ENGR 351 Pre/corequisite: MEC-ENGR 306

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 400 Problems

Special design, experimental and analytical problems in mechanical engineering.

1-6 hrs

MEC-ENGR 400 Problems

Special design, experimental and analytical problems in mechanical engineering.

1-6 hrs

MEC-ENGR 400 EA Problems

Special design, experimental and analytical problems in mechanical engineering.

1-6 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 Topics In Mechanical Engineering

Current and new technical developments in mechanical engineering. Prerequisite: instructor's consent.

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 Topics In Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 BN Topics In Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 Topics In Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 Topics In Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 FE Topics in Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 M Topics In Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 NE Topics in Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 P Topics In Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 Topics In Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 SA Topics In Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 Topics in Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 V Topics In Mechanical Engineering

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 401 X Topics in Mechanical Engineering

Current and new technical developments in mechanical engineering. Prerequisite: instructor's consent.

1-3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 409 Fundamentals of Engineering Review

This course consists of a series of lectures given by different professors and is intended as a review class for all the subjects included in the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. Classes specifically focus on the review of equations and formulas included in the reference handbook published by NCEES. Lectures given using PowerPoint presentations will be posted on blackboard each week. All lectures are NOT given using PowerPoint presentations and it is the students' responsibility to obtain the notes of those classes in case they were not able to attend the class.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 411 Introduction to Biomechanics

This course is to provide students with an introduction to the engineering principles of biomechanics. Following a general introduction to anatomical terminology, students will be exposed to three primary sub-disciplines of biomechanics including kinetics and kinematics of human movement, muscle mechanics, and biomaterials. Students will become familiar with measurement techniques and current research being done within each of these units through lectures and in-class discussions and presentations of relevant journal articles. A final semester project, culminating in a NIH-style research proposal, will be developed throughout the semester in one of the three units presented.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 412 Biodynamics

Introduction to musculoskeletal biomechanics including: computational biomechanics, movement simulation, motor control and musculoskeletal tissues. Prerequisite: ME 411

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 413 Bioinstrumentation of Human Motion

The purpose of this course is to provide an opportunity for students to gain a hands-on, in-depth understanding of the kinematic, and electromyographic measurement and analysis techniques used to quantify biomechanics of human motion. Students will also be introduced to neurological measurement techniques used to quantify brain activity related to the biomechanical components of human motion. To prepare for these topics, a review of data sampling and signal procession theory will be provided. Prerequisites: ME 411

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 414 Material Science For Advanced Applications

Study of the physical and mechanical metallurgy of alloy systems of interest in engineering applications. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 324.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 415 Feedback Control Systems

Introduction to feedback control theory for linear dynamic systems. Topics include root locus analysis, frequency response analysis, and controller design. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 385

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 420 Human Powered Vehicle Design Lab

Introduction to the science of human powered vehicles (HPV) providing the background necessary for the design of such vehicles. Students will learn and utilize engineering design practices and apply them toward the creation of an aerodynamic, highly engineered land based HPV. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 424 Non-Metallic Engineering Materials

Structures, properties and applications of ceramics, glasses, cermets, polymers and composite materials. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 324.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 431 Experimental Methods In Fluid Flow & Heat Transfer

Laboratory experiments involving fundamental mechanisms and phenomena associated with fluid flow and heat transfer. Current experimental methods and techniques employed. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 362 and MEC-ENGR 399.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 440 Heating And Air Conditioning

General principles of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics are used to calculate building loads, size equipment and ducts, and evaluate system performance in maximizing human comfort. Consideration of indoor air quality and human health. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 360 and MEC-ENGR 399

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 441 Intermediate Fluid Mechanics

Topics in potential and viscous flow theory, and computational fluid dynamics. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 351.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 444 Composite Materials

A survey of composite materials used in engineering, emphasizing fiber-reinforced composites as well as laminate and particulate composites. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 324.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 447 Contracts And Law For Engineers

Law of contracts, including types, construction, interpretation, performance, and termination. Construction and Engineering service contracts: Proposals, general and financial conditions, specifications and drawings. Corporate and professional and personal liability, insurance and bonds, property, evidence, arbitration and mediation. Offered: Fall

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 449 Environmental Compliance, Auditing & Permitting

Statues, regulations and permitting for air hazardous wastes and storage tanks. Asbestos, radon, EMF, and emerging areas of regulatory concern. Siting issues. Criminal and civil enforcement. Crosslisted as CIV-ENGR 449 Prerequisite: Junior standing within the degree program Offered: Winter

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 451 Power Plant Design

Preliminary component and system design. Optimum design of boilers, steam turbines, condensers and cooling towers and their integration into a system to minimize production costs and impact on the environment. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 360 and MEC-ENGR 399.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 452 Advanced Mechanics Of Materials

Analysis of more complicated problems in stresses and strains. Prerequisite: CIV-ENGR 276.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 453 Experimental Stress Analysis

Photoelastic, electric strain gage, brittle lacquer methods of experimental stress analysis for static loads. Strain gage work includes strain rosettes. Prerequisite: CIV-ENGR 276.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 454 Power Generation Systems

Fundamentals of the power industry in a format suitable for all engineering disciplines. Survey of electric power systems, including fossil and nuclear steam cycles, combustion turbines, combines cycles, and renewable such as solar and wind. Introduction to major machinery components, systems, controls, and an overview of fuels, emissions, and emission control technologies. Offered: Winter

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 455 Digital Control Of Mechanical Systems

Introduction to digital control systems. Topics include Z-transforms, sampling, stability analysis, and digital controller design. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 415 and MATH 345.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 456 WI Mechanical Component Design

Introduction to mechanical engineering design and its impact on human history, principles of design with ductile and brittle materials for static and dynamic loading, classical and reliability-based factors of safety, fracture mechanics in design, application to the design of selected machine components. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 380, MEC-ENGR 385, MEC-ENGR 130, WEPT passed

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 457 Mechatronic System Design

Basic principles of mechatronic applications for mechanical engineers through course instruction and "hands-on" activities and projects. Prerequisites: ME 362 and ME 415

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 458 Modern Control Systems

Controller design for multiple-input/multiple-output systems; controllability and observability; stochastic control problems; regulators and tracking controllers; observers. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 415.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 460 Electromechanical Conversion

Basic principles of energy conversion; magnetic circuitry in general and in machinery; DC machine theory, transformer operation and circuit application; synchronous machine theory electric system operation; introduction to power electronic principles and practices. (Cross-listed with ME 5560). Prerequisite: ME 220

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 461 Electromechanical Conversion II

Application of fundamental and concepts of power systems to practical power plant and industrial applications. Identification of the significant internal components of power system equipment: Single and Three Phase Circuits, DC and AC Generators/Alternators,Transformers,DC and AC Motors,Dc and AC Transmission,and System Electrical Protection. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 460

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 466 Applied Optimization And Decision Modeling

Introduction to mathematical programming techniques and applications. Linear and integer programming, transporation models, multiple objective and goal programming. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 306

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 470 Experimental Design & Analysis

Presentation of concepts and methods of statistical analysis and the design of experiments. Concepts, techniques, interpretation, and use of results are stressed. Focus is on experimental strategy and objectives, and the application of the methods discussed, rather than the mechanics of derivation. Major sections include: a review of hypothesis testing and basic analysis of variance techniques; single factor experiments including 2k and 3k design, confounding, and Taguchi philosophy; nested and split plot designs; analysis of covariance and an introduction to response surface methods. (Cross-listed with ME 5570)

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 476 Machine Tool Design

Methodology of machine tool design. Dynamic modeling, analysis, synthesis, and simulation of machine tools to meet functional requirements and design constraints. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 285 and MEC-ENGR 306.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 483 Manufacturing Automation

This course covers fundamentals underlying contemporary manufacturing automation. The following two aspects of manufacturing automation will be emphasized: (1) computer based systems for automating and controlling manufacturing processes such as numericaly controlled machining and material handling robots; and (2) use of software systems in facilitating information exchange between different components of manufacturing decision support systems. The course will be taught using a project-based learning approach. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 319 and MEC-ENGR 380

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 484 Vibration Analysis

Vibration theory with application to mechanical systems. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 385

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 486 Applied Finite Element Analysis

The study of advanced simulation techniques for the solution to engineering problems. The use of Finite Element Method toward solving mechanical, structural, vibration and potential flow problems will be explored. The use of current commercial simulation tools will be used extensively. Prerequisites: ME 306, ME 324, ME 385, ME 399.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 491 Internship

For International students who must register for 1 credit hour to cover off-campus employment which is approved as related to their degree by their departmental advisor and ISAO

6 hrs

MEC-ENGR 495 Vehicle Dynamics

Analysis and prediction of the dynamic behavior of ground vehicles utilizing computer simulation. Mechanics of various suspension systems, tire-roadway interaction, vehicle aerodynamics, vehicle handling and steering characteristics. Special topics including non-holonomic constraint formulation and stability of motion. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 385.

3 hrs

MEC-ENGR 496 WI Mechanical Design Synthesis

Modern design theories and methodologies, with emphasis on the initial stages of the design process. Effect of design choices on the earth and living systems. Principles of embodiment design and life-cycle considerations. A comprehensive group design project is required. The course satisfies the Writing Intensive requirement. Prerequisite: MEC-ENGR 456WI, WEPT passed

4 hrs

MEC-ENGR 499 Intermediate Heat Transfer

Advanced topics in conduction, convection and radiation heat transfer including transient heat transfer, phase change and heat exchangers. Prerequisites: MEC-ENGR 360 and MEC-ENGR 399

3 hrs