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for California State University, Fresno.
Department of Mechanical
and Industrial Engineering
COURSES
Mechanical Engineering (M E)
1. Introduction to Mechanical Engineering (1)
Introduction to engineering design; case studies in mechanical engineering;
problem-solving using the engineering approach; introduction to engineering
code of ethics, mechanical engineering profession, and career opportunities.
26. Engineering Graphics (3)
Basic computer literacy required. Principles of orthographic projection,
dimensioning, and descriptive geometry. Applications to the solution of
engineering problems including the use of interactive computer graphics.
(Two 3-hour lecture labs) (Computer lab fee, $15) (CAN ENGR 2)
29. Engineering Mechanics (3)
(Same as C E 29.) Prerequisites: MATH 77 or concurrently; PHYS 4A. Not open
to mechanical or civil engineering majors. Study of fundamental principles
of statics and dynamics by scalar and vector methods.
31. Engineering Materials (3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 1A, ENGL 1, PHYS 4A. Fundamental nature and properties
of engineering materials; structure of matter and its effect on mechanical,
electrical, magnetic, and thermal properties. (CAN ENGR 4)
32. Engineering Materials Laboratory (1)
Prerequisite: M E 31 or concurrently. Application of experimental methods
to engineering materials. Study of stress and strain in metals; fatigue;
hardness; toughness. (3 lab hours) (Formerly M E 131L; M E 31L)
112. Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics (3)
Prerequisite: C E 20. Development of principles of kinematics and kinetics
in engineering.
116. Fluid Mechanics (3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 1A; M E 29 or C E 29 or M E 112. M E 112 may be taken
concurrently. Fundamentals of fluid mechanics as applied to engineering
problems.
118. Fluid Mechanics Laboratory (1)
Prerequisites: I E 182W, M E 116 (or concurrently). Applications of experimental
methods used in engineering practice to fluid systems. (One 3-hour lab)
131. Advanced Engineering Materials (2)
Prerequisites: M E 31, C E 121. Applications of the principles of materials
science to the study of the mechanical behavior of metallic, polymeric,
ceramic, and composite materials. Effects of stress and environmental variables.
134. Dynamics in Machine Design (3)
Prerequisites: M E 26, 112, C E 121 (or concurrently); MATH 81. Analytical,
graphical, and computer solutions applied to design problems of machinery,
mechanisms, and gears. Both closed- and open-ended homework problems plus
a design project and report are required. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
136. Thermodynamics (3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 1A; M E 29 or C E 29 or M E 112. M E 112 may be taken
concurrently. Fundamentals of thermodynamics and heat transfer as applied
to engineering problems.
137. Turbomachinery (3)
Prerequisites: M E 118 and 136. Applications of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics
and rotor -fluid energy interchange. Steady flow problems of pumps, compressors,
and turbines with incompressible and compressible fluids. Both closed- and
open-ended homework problems.
140. Advanced Engineering Analysis (3)
Prerequisites: MATH 81, ECE 70, M E 112 (or concurrently), and M E 136 (or
concurrently). Development of the finite element method of engineering analysis;
specific applications to heat flow, fluid flow, vibrations in mechanical
systems, and stresses in mechanical component design using appropriate numerical
techniques, closed-form solutions of partial differential equations and
the digital computer.
141. Failure Analysis (3)
Prerequisite: M E 131. Techniques and procedures used in analyzing mechanical
failure such as fracture, fatigue, corrosion, and overload. Analysis techniques
will utilize optical and electron fractography, chemical analysis, metallography,
and heat treatment.
142. Mechanical Vibration (3)
Prerequisites: M E 112, C E 121. Mathematical and physical basis of vibration
theory with applications to engineering; design; transient and steady state
phenomena; distributed and lumped parameter systems; coupled systems; computer
solutions.
143. Mechanical Design Laboratory (2)
Prerequisites: C E 121, I E 182W, M E 134. Application of theory and techniques
of experimental stress analysis to the design of machine components, mechanical
structures, and dynamic transducers. Group-design teams design and test
a mechanical device or structure to simulate real-life client -engineer
relationships. A final project report and an oral presentation are required.
(1 lecture, 3 lab hours)
144. Advanced Mechanics of Materials (3)
Prerequisites: C E 121, ECE 70, MATH 81. Advanced topics in mechanics of
materials.
145. Heat and Mass Transfer (3)
Prerequisites: ECE 70, MATH 81, M E 116, 136. Analytical, numerical, and
electrical analogy meth ods are used to solve a variety of heat transfer
and mass transfer problems. Advanced topics in radiation, boundary layer
flow, and heat exchanger design.
146. Air Conditioning (3)
Prerequisites: M E 116, 136. Theory and practice in air conditioning including
psychrometrics, load estimating, heating and cooling systems, fluid design
and controls.
154. Design of Machine Elements (3)
Prerequisites: M E 134, 144. Design of machine elements and components using
theory learned in prerequisite courses. Both individual and team-type open-ended
design projects are required. Use of computers for design is required. (2
lecture, 3 lab hours) (Computer lab fee, $15)
155. Elements of Systems Design (3)
Prerequisites: M E 154 (concurrently), senior standing. Introduction to
the concepts and practice of the design of engineering systems. Students
are required to complete preliminary designs of specified engineering systems.
Experience in design is gained through setting specifications, innovation,
design optimization, and social and economic aspects.
156. Advanced Thermodynamics -- Fluid Mechanics (3)
Prerequisites: M E 116, 136. Advanced topics in thermodynamics and fluid
mechanics including analysis of solar and nuclear systems as applied to
engineer ing problems.
158. Energy Systems Laboratory (2)
Prerequisites: M E 118, 145 (or concurrently), 156 (or concurrently); I
E 182W. Design of experiments to evaluate and/or simulate energy systems.
Selection and calibration of instruments. Computer-aided data acquisition
and data processing. Group projects and technical reports. (1 lecture, 3
lab hours)
162. Computer-Aided Design (3)
Prerequisite: M E 140. Design of mechanical components and systems through
the use of computers. Design packages such as AUTOCAD and I-DEAS. Emphasis
is on simulation, system interaction, product manufacturability, and appearance.
Individual and group design projects with written and oral presentations
required. (Computer lab fee, $15)
164. Machine Design (3)
Prerequisites: M E 116, 136, 154, 155; I E 182W, 160 (or concurrently).
Open-ended design problems of complete machine systems. Integration of prereq
uisite course material into final design project. Satisfies the senior major
requirement for the B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. (Two 3-hour lecture-labs)
(Computer lab fee, $15)
166. Energy Systems Design (3)
Prerequisites: M E 156; I E 182W. Design of conventional and alternative
energy conversion systems; selection and integration of components of the
system; use of codes and standards. Group project report required. Satisfies
the senior major requirement for the B.S. in Mechanical Engineering.
180. Special Projects (2)
Prerequisites: senior standing in mechanical engineering, approved subject,
I E 182W. Study of a problem under supervision of a faculty member; final
typewritten report required. Individual project except by special permission.
190. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for SP grading.
191T. Topics in Mechanical Engineering (1-3; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Investigation of selected mechanical
engi neering subjects not in current courses.
193. Mechanical Engineering Cooperative Internship (2-4)
Prerequisite: permission of adviser. Engineering practice in an industrial
or government installation. Each cooperative internship period usually spans
a summer-fall or spring-summer interval. This course cannot be used to meet
graduation requirements. CR/NC grading only.
