Mechanical Engineering Courses

EM214 Elements of Materials Science (2-2-3). An overview course investigating the structure-property-processing relationship of engineering materials. Emphasis is placed on understanding the general behavior and capabilities of the different types of materials including metals, ceramics, polymers and composites. Materials selection and design are discussed and laboratories and demonstrations are utilized to address material properties as they are affected by environment and service. Prereq: Chemistry II; coreq: Physics I. [spring]

EM215 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering (1-2-2). This is an overview course that introduces the student to the main areas of mechanical engineering, mechanics, materials, and thermoscience. In addition, it provides background in visualization skills and the design process. Projects are used to enhance the understanding of mechanical engineering and the design process. Prereq: none. [fall]

EM217 Strength of Materials (3-2-4). A first course in mechanics of deformable bodies with emphasis on the engineering approach to the responses of these bodies to various types of loadings. Topics include stress-strain relationships, stress-strain analysis, stress and strain transformation (Mohr's circle), load-deflection, bending, torsion, buckling, and temperature effects. Prereq: EM211; coreq: SM212. [fall, spring]

EM232 Dynamics (3-0-3). A course in classical vector dynamics. Topics include vector algebra and calculus, kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, as well as energy and momentum methods. Extensive problem solving involving particle and rigid body motion is required. Prereq: EM211; coreq: SM212. [fall, spring, summer]

EM300 Principles of Propulsion (3-2-4). A study of naval engineering systems, including the principles of energy conversion and the basic operation of steam, gas turbine and internal combustion engine power plants. Prereq: SP211. [fall, spring, summer]

EM313 Materials Science (3-2-4). An introductory course in the physical and mechanical properties of engineering design materials including metals, ceramics and plastics, their structures, use in engineering applications and failure phenomena. All laboratory projects are structured to provide strong physical illustrations for the topics covered in lectures. Prereq: EM217. [fall]

EM318 Applied Fluid Mechanics (3-0-3). A first course in incompressible fluid mechanics. Topics include properties of fluids, fluid statics, integral conservation equations, differential field analysis, dimensional analysis and similitude, incompressible boundary layers, viscous flow in conduits and flow about immersed bodies. Prereq: SM212. [fall, spring]

EM319 Engineering Thermodynamics (3-0-3). A basic thermodynamics course in which the first and second laws of thermodynamics are studied primarily from the classical macroscopic viewpoint and applied to both closed and open systems. Working substances include perfect gases, real gases and vapors in addition to solids and liquids. Naval applications are emphasized. Coreq: SM212. [fall, spring]

EM320 Applied Thermodynamics (2-2-3). Laboratory equipment which operates on principles of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics is used to reinforce analyses and design of gas and vapor power cycles, refrigeration and air conditioning, ship and aircraft propulsion systems, combustion, energy conversion and compressible flow. Prereq: EM319 or equivalent. [spring]

EM324 Fluid Dynamics (3-2-4). An introductory course in fluid dynamics stressing both the integral and differential forms of the conservation laws of fluid flow. Engineering applications are made to hydrostatics and to ideal and real fluid flows. Laboratory experiments and problems sessions complement the lectures. Coreq: EM319 or equivalent. [fall, spring]

EM362 Reactor Physics I (3-0-3). An introductory course in nuclear reactors covering radioactivity, fission, neutron diffusion, material and geometric buckling and the critical equation. Bare and reflected homogeneous reactors are studied. Prereq: SM212 or equivalent. [fall, spring]

EM371 Introduction to Design (2-2-3). Fundamentals of mechanical design, with emphasis on the design of pertinent machine elements. Topics such as fasteners, springs, anti-friction bearings, lubrication and journal bearings, gearing and shafts are covered. Also included are static and fatigue failure theories. Prereq: EM217, EM232. [spring]

EM375 Mechanical Engineering Experimentation (2-2-3). A design course that emphasizes the theory and practical considerations associated with contemporary experimental procedures, methods and design strategies. Topics include measurement error and its propagation, equation fitting and plotting, signal acquisition and validation, instrument response and elements of experimental design. Emphasis includes computer aided data reduction, modeling of a system and report writing. Prereq: SM212, EM217, EM232. [fall]

EM380 Engineering Review (0-2-0). A comprehensive review course to prepare students to take the Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination.  Topics include mathematics, chemistry, computers, electrical engineering, engineering economics, statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanics of materials.  Prereq: 1/C engineering major. [spring]

EM415 Heat Transfer (3-2-4). Study of thermal radiation, steady and transient conduction, laminar and turbulent convection, internal and external flow, boundary layers and empirical correlations. Applications address fins, nuclear reactor cooling, heat exchangers and interactive computing. Prereq: EM319 and EM324. [fall]

EM423 Mechanical Vibrations (2-2-3). The treatment of vibration fundamentals including free, damped and forced harmonic vibrations of linear single and multi-degree of freedom systems, modal analysis, continuous systems and a practical project. Prereq: EM217, EM232.

EM432 Computer Methods in Structural Mechanics (3-0-3). Structural design and analysis; matrix formulation employing flexibility and stiffness methods of analysis, computer languages and techniques in structural design. Topics include temperature effects, effects of settlement of supports and misfit of structural parts. Prereq: EM217.

EM433 Computer-Aided Manufacturing (2-2-3). This course examines how computers and automation are used in modern manufacturing processes. Topics include machining processes, CNC prgramming, process planning, dimensioning, and tolerancing. Students particpate in a manufacturing project which utilizes CAD/CAM software to design and manufacture a component using CNC machining equipment. Prereq: EM477.

EM434 Advanced Mechanics of Materials (3-0-3). Topics include theories of elasticity and plasticity, stress and strain as tensors, compatibility and constitutive relationships, energy methods, stability, yield functions, behavior of time dependent materials, plasticity limit theorems, plastic design. Prereq: EM217.

EM436 Mechanics of Composite Structures (3-0-3). An introductory course that emphasizes the mechanics of structures containing composite materials.  Topics covered include the generalized Hooke's Law, lamina constitutive relationships, mechanics of fiber reinforced lamina,  lamina strength analysis, and the mechanics of composite laminates. Analysis is accomplished through computer lab assignments. Prereq: EM217.

EM443 Energy Conversion (3-0-3). Introduction to energy conversion and utilization. Terrestrial and thermodynamic limitations, direct energy conversion devices, alternative energy sources, present and future energy research design and development and energy usage and economy are presented. Prereq: EM319 or equivalent.

EM446 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning: Design and Analysis (3-0-3). Principles of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics as applied to the design and control of thermal environments. Cycles and equipment for heating, cooling and humidity control. Air transmission, distribution and cleaning are also considered. Prereq: EM319 and EM320 or equivalent. [spring]

EM453 Materials: Processing and Fabrication (3-0-3). State-of-the-art and advanced process and fabrication techniques are examined for metallic, polymeric and composite materials. Aspects of the production of the basic components of material systems are examined. Also, post processing and fabrication thermal treatments to improve the material system will be discussed. The course is directed to proper process and fabrication selection for efficient and safe design of mechanical systems. Prereq: EM313 or EM214.

EM454 Mechanical Behavior of Materials (3-0-3). Treatment of mechanical behavior from a materials viewpoint. In addition to metallic materials, engineered materials, such as metallic, polymeric and ceramic composites are included. Elastic and elastic-plastic behavior are treated, as well as modes of fracture, including brittle and ductile. Scanning electron microscopy is performed for fractography. Ductile-to-brittle transition, elastic fracture mechanics, fatigue and creep are considered. Prereq: EM214 or EM313, and EM217.

EM456 Corrosion and Corrosion Control (3-0-3). A course dedicated to the study of various types of corrosion including the electrochemical and metallurgical mechanisms responsible for each and their prevention. The course concentrates principally on the structural alloys used in the marine environment. Laboratory sessions involve demonstrations and hands-on experiements which complement the lecture material. Prereq: EM313 or EM214.

EM458 Failure Analysis (2-2-3). A course designed to introduce the student to the principles, tools and techniques used in the analysis of materials failures. Laboratory skills in non-destructive testing, optical and electron microscopy, mechanical testing, corrosion and wear testing are developed. Emphasis is placed on actual case histories and the student is required to complete analysis of a failed component. Prereq; EM217, EM313 or EM214.

EM461 Engines: Principles, Design and Applications (2-2-3). The course objective is to provide a fundamental understanding of reciprocating internal-combustion engine design and operation. This is achieved by linking existing engine hardware design and performance analysis to concepts and disciplines studied in the the mechanical engineering curriculum. Prereq: EM320 or approval of department chair.

EM463 Reactor Physics II (2-2-3). The topics covered include neutron generation times, reactor period, delayed neutrons, negative temperature coefficient, xenon poisoning, control rod theory, shielding and a reactor kinetics case problem. Prereq: EM362.

EM468 Nuclear Energy Conversion (3-0-3). Principles of the conversion of nuclear energy into useful power are covered. Various types of nuclear power plants, their design, cycles, load following characteristics, etc., are studied. Advanced nuclear energy conversion systems, including fusion, are also studied. Prereq: EM362.

EM472 Mechanical Design (2-2-3). A capstone study of the engineering design process emphasizing the integration of objectives, analysis of alternatives and synthesis of components. Practical experience is gained by participation in team projects. Prereq: EM371 and EM477, or approval of department chair. [spring]

EM474 Gas Turbines: Design and Analysis (2-2-3). A course designed to acquaint the student with the design and analysis of modern gas turbine engines currently employed by the U.S. Navy. The emphasis is on the constraints and limitations of the various components that comprise shaft power gas turbine engines such as axial and centrifugal compressors, combustors, axial and radial turbines, intercoolers, reheaters, regenerators and inlet/exit diffusers and nozzles. In addition, component matching and the problems associated with it will be studied. Also, future concepts in turbomachinery propulsion will be discussed. The course assumes a basic knowledge of thermodynamics and will add to the student's knowledge in such areas as compressible flow in turbomachinery, combustion analysis and emissions control. The culmination of the course is a final design project. Prereq: EM320.

EM476 Undersea Power Systems (3-0-3). The principles of design of undersea power systems are presented. Topics include batteries, fuel cells, thermoelectrics, magnetohydrodynamics, thermophotovoltaics, and OTEC. Prereq: EE332, EM318 or EM324 or permission of department chair.

EM477 Computer-Aided Design (2-2-3). A design course using the workstation environment and selected software in mechanisms. Solid modeling and finite element analysis are used to generate solutions based on performance related objectives. Prereq: EM371. [fall]

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