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Course Listing, Description, and Course Syllabi
2006-2008 CATALOG
ENGR 120. FRESHMAN ENGINEERING I
(Credit, 2 Hours)(Lec., 2 Hours). Course is designed to introduce engineering and technology as a profession, engineering engineering design process and its applications to problem solving and engineering ethics. Prerequisite: High School Trigonometry. |
MATH 264. CALCULUS I
(Credit, 4 Hours). The first course of calculus sequence of three courses. Topics include elementary analytic geometry of the straight line; limits, continuity, and derivative; differentiation of rational and trigonometric functions; chain rule of differentiation; the definite integral; indefinite integrals and applications of derivatives. Prerequisites: MATH 135 and 140, or consent of the department. |
ENGL 110. FRESHMAN COMPOSITION
(Credit, 3 Hours). Emphasis on writing as a learning, thinking process Discussion of and practice in strategies used in prewriting, writing, and revising expressive, informative, analytical and argumentative essays. Special sections designated for Honors students. |
CHEM 132. GENERAL CHEMISTRY
(Credit, 3 Hours) (Lec., 3 Hours; Rec., 1 Hour). Fundamental laws and principles of chemistry with emphasis on essential concepts, particularly the mole concept, as well as stoichiometry, atomic structure, and periodicity. Course intended for science and engineering majors. Prerequisites: High school chemistry and algebra. |
CHEM 112. GENERAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY
(Credit, 1 Hour) (Lab., 3 Hours). Laboratory techniques and experiments dealing with fundamental principles and laws of chemistry as well as with physical properties and chemical reactions with emphasis on experiments of a quantitative nature. Prerequisite or Co-Requisite: CHEM 132. |
ENGR 130. FRESHMAN ENGINEERING II
(Credit, 2 Hours). This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to develop programs in structured and object-oriented computer language to solve basic engineering problems. Course materials cover the fundamentals of algorithm design, structured programming, and programming style in C++. Prerequisite: ENGrR120 and MATH 135. |
MATH 265. CALCULUS II
(Credit, 4 Hours). The second course of the calculus sequence. Topics include logarithmic and exponential functions, techniques of integration; inverse trigonometric functions; numerical methods; analytic geometry including conics, polar coordinates and parametric equations; applications of the definite integral. Prerequisite: MATH 264 with a grade of "C" or better strongly recommended. |
ENGL 111. FRESHMAN COMPOSITION
(Credit, 3 Hours). Emphasis on writing as a learning, thinking process Discussion of and practice in strategies used in prewriting, writing, and revising expressive, informative, analytical and argumentative essays. Special sections designated for Honors students. |
PHYS 221. GENERAL PHYSICS
(Credit, 5 Hours) (Lec., 3 Hours; Lab., 2 Hours; Problem-solving session, 2 Hours). An introduction to the basic concepts, principles, and models in classical physics intended for science and engineering majors. Skill in the methods of physics are developed while studying such topics as mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics. Prerequisite: MATH 364. |
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ECON 205. PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS
(Credit, 3 Hours) (Lec., 3 Hours). COMMUNICATIONS ARTS (Credit, 3 hours). Course designed to teach the central components of micro-economics and macro-economics, along with economic issues prominent in today's world, to students who are non-business majors and who take a one-term economics course. Topics include: the role of demand and supply in determining prices; competitive and monopolistic markets income distribution; gross domestic product and employment; short-run economic fluctuations and fiscal policy; money, banking and monetary policy; and international trade and finance. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. |
CIEN 224. STATICS
(Credit, 3 Hours). Introduction to elementary particle and Newtonian mechanics; vector algebra: determination of resultants and system equivalences in one, two and three dimensions; force, moments and couples; equations of equilibrium; introduction to structural mechanics: trusses, frames, and mass moment of inertia. Prerequisites: PHYS 221, and MATH 265. |
ELEN 352. FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
(Credit, 3 Hours). Theory and investigation of Topics in Electrical Engineering Fundamentals. Covered DC and AC electrical systems for non-electrical engineering majors. Prerequisite: MATH 265. |
PHYS 222. GENERAL PHYSICS
(Credit, 5 Hours) (Lec., 3 Hours; Lab., 2 Hours; Problem-solving session, 2 Hours). An introduction to the basic concepts, principles, and models in classical physics intended for science and engineering majors. Skill in the methods of physics are developed while studying such topics as mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics. Prerequisite: MATH 365. |
ENGR 230. TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(Credit, 2 Hours). Principles of composition, rhetoric, and document design applied to the basic genres of research-based scientific and technical writing, including the report, proposal, manual, resume, and professional correspondence. Prerequisite: ELGN 110. |
MEEN 235. MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(Credit, 3 Hours). Principal applications and properties of metals, polymers, and ceramics, fundamental of compositions, structures, bonding, electron energy, magnetic behavior, defects and diffusion, equilibrium phase diagrams, and thermal and electrical properties. Design concepts will be introduced. Prerequisites: CHEM 132 and PHYS 222. Co-Requisite; MEEN 227. |
MATH 395. CALCULUS III AND DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS FOR ENGINEERING MAJORS
(Credit, 4 Hours). Elementary theory and methods of solutions of first order ordinary differential equations; series solutions of linear differential equations; methods of solutions of system of differential equations; LaPlace transforms and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 265. |
MEEN 221. NUMERICAL METHODS FOR ENGINEERS
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec., 3 Hours). Study of digital computations and applied numerical methods in FORTRAN. Treatment includes examining several methods for determination of roots, curve fittings, soling systems of linear algebraic and ordinary differential equations, performing polynomial interpolations, numerical differentiating and integration, etc. Prerequisites: ENGR 130 and MATH 265. Co-requisite: MATH 395. |
MEEN 225. DYNAMICS
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec., 3 Hours). Introduction to particle kinematics and kinetics, relative motion, D'Alembert's principle of dynamic equilibrium, work-energy equations, linear and angular momentum, conservation of momentum and energy, impact, motion of a system of particles, and rigid body dynamics. Prerequisites: CIEN 224 and MATH 265. |
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MEEN 227. MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec., 3 Hours). Concept of stress and strain; constitutive laws; axial deformation; thermal stresses; bending and shearing stresses in beams; elastic deflection of beams; torsion; springs; buckling of columns; statically indeterminate problems. Prerequisites: CIEN 224. |
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MEEN 252. INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING AND DESIGN (CADD)
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec. 2 Hours; Lab., 3 Hours). A computerized approach to engineering drafting/design is taught as a supplement to the manual/analytical method taught in traditional freshman engineering design courses. Students will be taught to use a professional graphic software package to analyze, design, and produce technical drawings of mechanical systems. Individual open-ended design projects will be assigned. Prerequisites: ENGR 120, 130, CIEN 224. |
MEEN 300. THERMODYNAMICS I
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec. 3 Hours). Introduction to basic laws of classical thermodynamics and behavior gases and vapors. The principles and laws necessary for energy transformations. Prerequisite: PHYS 222. |
MEEN 301. THERMODYNAMICS II
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec. 3 Hours). Topics covered include engineering applications of thermodynamics; mixtures; two phase systems; imperfect gases; reactive systems; thermodynamics properties. Individual/team projects are undertaken. Prerequisite: MEEN 300.
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MEEN 312. FLUID MECHANICS
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec., 3 Hours; Lab., 2 Hours). Discussion of theory and applications involving fluid properties, fluid statics, fluid dynamics, integral and differential analysis, dimensional analysis and similarity, internal and external viscous flow. Laboratory demonstrations on important concepts such as the application of Bernoulli equation, momentum equation, and viscous flow in pipes. Prerequisites: MATH 395. Co-requisite: MEEN 227 and 300. |
ENGR 340. ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS
(Credit, 3 Hours). This course focuses on the application of advanced mathematics techniques in the solution of practical engineering problems, which will include: Matrix operations, Fourier series, Fourier Transforms, and Laplace Transforms. Prerequisite: MATH 395 |
MEEN 335. MATERIALS PROCESSING
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec., 3 Hours; Lab., 3 Hours). Study of the fundamentals of engineering materials and processing as related to design and production. Students will be introduced to materials testing and processing. The emphasis will be on the relationships among materials structure, processing, performance, and cost. Prerequisites: MEEN 235. |
MEEN 350. MECHANICS OF MACHINES
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec., 3 Hours; Proj., 1 Hour). Kinematics of planar mechanisms using graphical and analytical methods. Kinematics of cams and gears. Static and dynamics force analysis of planar mechanisms. Individual project. Prerequisites: MEEN 225. |
MEEN 356. MEASUREMENTS
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec., 3 Hours; Lab., 3 Hours). Introduction to basic elements of general measurement systems and their response with emphasis on system characteristics, treatment of experimental data, sensors and signal conditioning devices to mechanical engineering systems and application of digital techniques and microcomputers to mechanical measurements. Prerequisites: ELEN 352. |
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MEEN 365. MACHINE DESIGN
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec., 3 Hours; Proj., 2 Hours). Topics include Part I-Fundamentals of mechanical design. Theories of failures, fatigue, and fracture mechanics. Part II- Design of mechanical elements and lubrication theory. Individual project. Prerequisites: MEEN 227. Co-requisite: MEEN 335. |
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ELEN 351. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS
(Credit, 2 Hours). Electrical systems for non-electrical engineering majors. Electronics and Electrical machinery. Prerequisite: ELEN 208. |
ENGR 320. PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS
This course focuses on introduction to probability theory, discrete and continuous probability distributions, descriptive and inferential statistics, correlation, regression, and statistical modeling of engineering problems and their implications on quality. Prerequisite: MATH 265 |
ENGR 400. ENGINEERING SEMINAR
(Credit, 1 Hour)(Discussion, 1Hour).
This course covers lecture and/or discussion groups to bring students into direct contact with various aspects of engineering practices and philosophy. There will also be some discussions on ethics, professional registration, consulting activities and employment. Prerequisite: Must be a senior in engineering, or have the approval of the instructor. Prerequisite: Senior Standing |
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MEEN 442. HEAT TRANSFER
(Credit, 3 Hours). Present an introduction to heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation; steady an unsteady state heat flow, condensation, and boiling. Individual /team projects will be assigned. Prerequisites: MEEN 312. |
MEEN 444. HEAT TRANSFER LAB
(Credit, 1 Hour)(Lab., 3 Hours). Introduction to the application of conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer. Emphasis on measurement of temperature, and its application for determination of heat transfer coefficients and heat exchanger performance. Co-requisite: MEEN 442. |
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MEEN 450. ME SENIOR DESIGN I
(Credit, 2 Hours)(Lec., 1 Hours; Proj., 2 Hours). Design projects assigned to student design teams with emphasizing on recognition, definition, synthesis, and analysis of the project. A technical report and a set of engineering drawing are required. Prerequisites: MEEN 365. |
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CIEN 310. ENGINEERING ECONOMY
(Credit, 3 hours). Presents economic principles and techniques used in making decisions involving the acquisition and retirement of capital goods by government and industry. Special emphasis on the time value of money, computer solutions for rates of return, and capital expenditures. Prerequisite: ECON 200 or ECON 205. |
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MEEN 451. ME SENIOR DESIGN II
(Credit, 2 Hours)(Lec., 1 Hours; Proj., 2 Hours). Continuation of MEEN 450. Documentation, Specifications, and communication of a design solution, a comprehensive technical report containing the development, manufacturing, and delivery of the project. Prerequisite: MEEN 450. |
MEEN 456. ENGINEERING MODELING, ANALYSIS AND CONTROL
(Credit, 3 Hours)(Lec., 3 Hours). Course provides a background in the mathematical modeling for a variety of applications involving hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal, mechanical, and electrical systems. Course subject matter includes the basic methods and principles in obtaining various types of system responses under different input conditions. Prerequisites: MEEN 225, ENGR 340, and ELEN 352. |
TECHNICAL ELECTIVES GROUPS |
| Thermal Science (three hours) |
MEEN 313. FLUID DYNAMICS
(Credit, 3 hours). Theory and applications involving boundary layer
flows, inviscid incompressible fluid flows, compressible
fluid flows, and turbomachinery.
Prerequisites: MEEN 312 or equivalent. |
MEEN 421. THERMAL ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
(Credit, 3 hours). Covers air and
humidity calculations, heating and cooling loads,
cooling systems, physiological reactions to the
environment, air distribution systems, principles
of refrigeration, and cryogenic systems.
Prerequisite: MEEN 301. |
MEEN 460. MECHANICAL ENERGY SYSTEMS
(Credit, 3 hours). |
MEEN 482. THERMAL SYSTEM ANALYSIS
(Credit, 3 hours). |
| Materials Science & Engineering (three hours) |
MEEN 337. ENGINEERING MATERIALS & SELECTION
(Credit, 3 Hours). Prerequisites: MEEN 300 and 312. |
MEEN 336. COMPOSITE MATERIALS
(Credit, 3
hours). Introduction to properties, fabrication,
and material characteristics of composites, fiber
matrix compatibility, fiber reinforced composites,
laminates, and composite materials manufacturing
and design. Prerequisite: MEEN 227. |
MEEN 430. INTRODUCTION TO FINITE ELEMENTS
(Credit, 3 Hours). Presents an introduction
to the nature and capabilities of finite elements
techniques, and methods in engineering
science and practices. Prerequisites: MEEN 221,
227, 312, and MATH 395. |
MEEN 462. ENGINEERING DESIGN: MATERIALS AND MANUFACTURING
(Credit, 3 Hours) Materials selection in mechanical design, materials manufacturing, processing, design, selection problems, considerations of quality control, and failure analysis. Prerequisites: MEEN 331 and consent of instructor. |
| General Technical Electives (three hours) |
MEEN 464. MECHATRONICS
(Credit, 3 Hours) (Lec., 2 Hour; Lab., 2 Hours) Computer control of electromechanical systems, automatic data acquisition, computerized instrumentation and testing. The embedded computer might be a combination of microprocessors, micro-controllers personnel computers and/or programmable controllers. The students will design, assemble and test actual electro-mechanical systems. Prerequisites: MEEN 221, 356. |
MEEN 343. MECHANICAL VIBRATIONS
(Credit, 3 Hours). Prerequisites: MEEN 271 and 374. |
MEEN 471. COMPUTER-INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING
(Credit, 3 Hours) A systematic approach to Computer-Aided Manufacturing; general principles of CAD/CAM Integration. Elements of computer graphics, engineering data base, computer process control, group technology concepts and applications. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. |
MEEN 338. FRACTURE MECHANICS
(Credit, 3 Hours). Prerequisites: MEEN 271 and 374. |
MEEN 439. INTERMIDIATE MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
(Credit, 3 Hours) Introduction to manufacturing processes, deformation processing theory and practices, rolling, extrusion and advanced fabrication techniques, powders, polymers, metals, workability and fracture of ductile materials in fabrication processes, advanced machining process, and design projects. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. |
MEEN 467-468. TOPICS IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(Credit, 3 Hours each) Investigation of selected mechanical engineering topics including but not limited to, mass transit, advanced mechanical design, advanced metallurgy, stress analysis, internal combustion engine, etc. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. |
MEEN 499. ENGINEERING PRACTICE
(Credit, 3 Hours). Beginning at the junior year, students may enroll in a work-study program which permits them to alternate between semesters work and study periods. Approval of the instructor/advisor is advised before enrolling in the course. This course concentrates on at least two work periods, thus earning a minimum of 6 semester credit hours, the first course can be at the 299 level. Application of Co-op credit toward graduation may vary from department to department and relies on the total experience obtained. |
MEEN 497/498. SENIOR PROJECTS
(Credit, 3 hours
each) (Lec., 2 hours; Proj., 2 hours each). Involves
a study of an engineering problem under faculty
supervision. One or more of the following are
required: a technical report, a computer program,
a set of engineering drawings, or a prototype
model. Emphasis is on current industrial problems.
Individual project accepted by special permission.
Prerequisite: Senior standing. |
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GENERAL NON-TECHNICAL ELECTIVES |
HUMANITIES (nine hours)
At least nine (9) hours in Humanities of which six (6) will be HISTORY. The courses must be at the sophomore level or above and may be selected from:
History( HIST 114,115, 230, 311*, 399,401, 410*, 463, 486*);
Humanities ( HUMN 241, 242, 366, 399, 403, 404);
Philosophy ( PHIL 200, 210, 220, 230, 353, 415, 426); and
Foreign Languages (GERM 200-499;FREN 200-460; SPAN 200-482). |
ENGILSH COMPOSITION & LITERATURE (nine hours)
Six (6) hours in Freshman Composition ENGL 110 and ENGL 111 are required. The remaining three (3) hours must be selected from the following courses:Literature (ENGL 201, 203*, 204, 205). |
ARTS (three hours)
Three (3) hours in Arts that may be selected from the following:
Fine Arts (ARTS 200, 210/211,320, 330, 440*);
Music (MUSC 200, 250/251, 352*,353*); and
Speech & Theater (SPTH 360). |
SOCIAL SCIENCES (six hours)
Six (6) hours in Social Sciences are required of which three (3) hours will be ECON 200 or ECON 205. The remaining three (3) hours must be selected from the following courses:
Economics (ECON 210, 370):
Geography (GEOG 210, 221, 401);
Political Science (POLS 200, 210, 320, 402);
Sociology (SOCL 210,324, 448); and
Psychology (PSYC 210, 315, 350). |
NATURAL SCIENCES (ten hours)
Ten hours of course work are required in the biological and physical sciences, with a laboratory experience. At least six hours must be in a two-semester sequence. Physics (Phys 221 & 222) and chemistry (Chem 132, 112) course are required courses. Three hours of required life science may be selected from the following courses:
Biology (BIOL 104 & 105) |
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH (two hours)
Two hours from the following course(s) are required:
Physical Education (PHED 100-250) and
Health (HLTH 110-365). |
AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE (three hours)
Three hours in African-American studies must be taken from the following courses:
ENGL 203, 313, 407, 413, 415, 485;
ARTS 440;
HIST 311, 399, 401,419, 496, 497;
MUSC 243, 352, 353;
HUMN 366, 403;
MCOM 331;
PHIL 426;
SCOCW 250, 450;
SPTH 399.
* These courses can be taken to satisfy both African American Experience as well as humanistic electives. |
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