Courses:
EGME 141Solid Modeling
An application of standard solid modeling software (Pro
E) to draw, dimension, and design mechanical parts and assemblies. Topics covered include: standard drafting techniques,
orthographic projections, wire frame and solid methods, Boolean operations,
dimensioning, assemblies, and constraining. An introduction to animation of
assemblies is also included. Prerequisite: None..
EGNR 140 Linear Algebra and
Numerical Methods for Engineers
This course
covers the engineering application of concepts from applied mathematics,
iterative programming and numerical methods. Applications of linear algebra
and complex numbers are introduced. Iterative programming emphasizes loops,
conditional statements and user input-output. Numerical methods topics
include root searching methods, numerical integration, and other algorithms
involving iterative computations. The lab also includes instruction on
commercially-available software used to implement the numerical methods
studies. Preor corequisite:
MATH112 or 151.
EGME 225 Mechanics of Materials
This course is part of a series of courses, through which the
student learns how to carry out the complete process of machine or
structural design. The focus of the
course is on the mechanics of interaction and effects between engineering
materials, of which objects are made, and the forces and moments they
experience. Typical objects are
beams, shafts, and parts of mechanisms and structures. This includes the study of stress, which
is force or load per unit area, experienced by an object and its
measurement. Further, the stresses
resulting from internal forces and moments in objects and the effects of
stress propagation and distribution in the object are studied. The resulting types of deformation and
deflection in objects and methods for their evaluation, as they are
produced by stresses and moments are also covered in this course. These concepts provide the foundation for
courses like design and finite element analysis, which deal with stress and
deflection.
EGNR260 Engineering Research
Methods
This is an introductory course covering research methods in
engineering and engineering-related fields. The student will be involved in
facultysupervised and guided research activities
such as assisting with developing experiments, gathering data and analyzing
results. Much time will be spent learning about the research project, past
experiments and future directions. Can be repeated for
credit. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
EGME 276 Strength of Materials
Laboratory experiments covering topics in
mechanics of materials and engineering materials. Theory from
mechanics of materials and engineering materials will be covered through
hands-on experiments.
EGME 350 Machine Design
This is a professional-engineering type course. It involves applying a mixture of
understanding of the underlying sciences, and empirical knowledge or
engineering judgment. Student’s
previous knowledge of forces and moments, material properties, and stress
and strain, gained previously in Engineering Materials (EGME275), Mechanics
of Materials (EGME225) and Parametric Modeling (EGME141) will be the major
tool used to go through this course.
These concepts are further developed to include techniques used in
the design of mechanical components; in particular the analysis of static
and dynamic failure is addressed. An important objective of this course is to introduce
the student to the open-ended types of problems typically found with design
situations. Good design practice
requires the ability to recognize and define problems, apply appropriate
tools to analyze and optimize solutions, and evaluate and present design
solutions while being aware of the different issues and limitations, like
safety and resources. Independent
and team approaches are applied to complex engineering problems. Lab assignments reinforce lecture
concepts, and a team design project integrates many of the concepts from
the course lectures.
EGME 338 Fluid Mechanics
A study of the
theory and applications of fluid statics and
fluid dynamics.
Topics covered include: hydrostatic forces, buoyancy forces and stability,
Bernoulli equations, dimensional analysis, flow in pipes, integral analysis
of fluids, and introduction to pumps.
EGME 339 Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics
A study of the theory and
fundamentals of fluid mechanics Topics covered include: differential
analysis of fluids, potential flow, open-channel flow, introduction to gas
dynamics, and introduction to computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
EGME415 Vehicle Dynamics
A study of vehicle dynamics, treating selected topics in
automobile dynamics with more theoretical depth than EGME410, but also surveying
heavy trucks, tracked and off-road vehicles (including terrain
interaction), railway vehicles, and water-borne vessels. Dynamic modeling, as well as a thorough understanding of underlying
physical phenomena, are emphasized. Prerequisites: EGEM320, EGNR340
and EGME310.
EGME 442 Finite Element Analysis
The finite element method is a numerical method for solving
problems which involve complicated geometries, loadings, and material
properties. This course provides a simple, basic approach to the finite
element analysis, where the general principles are presented, followed by
practical applications and computer implementations. Topics include the
stiffness method, Galerkin and potential energy
approach. Equations are derived for the truss, beam, frames, axisymmetric solids and constant-strain triangular
elements. Laboratory assignments are designed to demonstrate and emphasize
the use of modern problem solving software along with good technical report
writing.
EGNR491 Senior Design Project I
This course provides students with the skills necessary
for successful completion of their design project. Topics include group
dynamics, ethics, timelines, resource allocation, project
management and performance evaluations. Skills in oral and written
communications, problem conceptualization, creative problem solving and
technical presentations are developed.
EGNR495 Engineering Design Project II
A continuation of EGNR491. This course provides students with the skills necessary
for successful completion of their design project. Topics include group
dynamics, engineering economics, timelines, resource allocation, project management and performance evaluations. Skills in
oral and written communications, problem conceptualization, creative
problem solving, and technical presentations are developed. Prerequisite:
EGNR491. The dropping or failing of EGNR495 will result in the student
having to repeat both EGNR491 and 495.