College of Engineering and Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
-
ELE 416 - Electromechanical Devices College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Principles of energy conversion that provide the basis of operation for electrical machinery, meters, and other transducers. Rotating DC and AC machines.
PREREQ: ELE 232
-
ELE 417 - Power Electronics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Double Numbered with: ELE 617
Semiconductor devices, switching power poles, switching analysis, topology selection and design, single phase and three phase rectifiers, inverters, and converters, feedback controllers and power supply. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: ELE 314
-
ELE 418 - Sensors & Measurements College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Double Numbered with: ELE 618
Sensor signal domains, sensor classifications and architecture, sensor types, data acquisition methods, signal conversion methods, standards, introduction to metrology, measurement result processing, synchrophasor technology and applications. Additional work required of graduate students.
-
ELE 424 - Applied Electromagnetics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Electromagnetic Waves. Waveguides, coaxial cables, and optical fibers. Resonators, Transmission lines. Antennas and antenna systems
PREREQ: ELE 324
-
ELE 425 - Microwave Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Microwave engineering including transmission line theory, impedance matching techniques, and microwave network analysis. Applications to coaxial, strip, microstrip, coupled lines and devices. Experimental illustration using network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and computer based electromagnetic modeling tools.
PREREQ: ELE 324
-
ELE 452 - Digital Audio Signal Processing College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Double Numbered with: ELE 652
Course combines classroom theory with hands-on lab. Covers digital audio fundamentals, filter-design, DSP architecture, parallel assembly programming, circular buffers, processing music signals. Additional work required of graduate students.
-
ELE 453 - Image and Video Processing College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Double Numbered with: ELE 653
Concepts and applications of image and video processing. Principles of image formation, low-level image processing methods, noise filtering, histogram processing, feature detection, face recognition, moving object detection and tracking, multi-camera systems. Significant project for graduate students.
PREREQ: CIS 321 AND (CIS 151 or ECS 102)
-
ELE 458 - Data Networks: Basic Principles College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: CIS 458, CSE 458
Data communication networks, multilayer network architecture, data transmission fundamentals, network protocols, local and wide area networks, transport and application protocols.
-
ELE 464 - Introduction to VLSI Design College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CSE 464
MOS VLSI technologies. CMOS digital circuits. Layout design. Simulation. Realization of digital subsystems-adders, memory, etc. Opportunities for chip fabrication and testing.
PREREQ: CSE 261
-
ELE 470 - Experience Credit College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
-
ELE 490 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
-
ELE 491 - Senior Design Project I College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Design methodology and presentation techniques for one extensive team project to be completed in the follow-up course. Focus on design processes and associated technical documentation. Must be taken in sequence with ELE 492.
PREREQ: ELE 392 or CSE 398
-
ELE 492 - Senior Design Project II College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Prototyping, construction, and demonstration skills for one extensive project created by a team of students. Must be taken in sequence with ELE 491
PREREQ: ELE 491
-
ELE 499 - Honors Capstone Project College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
-
ELE 516 - Control of Robots College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: CIS 543
Kinematics, dynamics, and control of mobile and/or manipulator robots. Path planning, actuators, sensors, human/machine interface. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory weekly. Design project.
-
ELE 524 - Introduction to Applied Optics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Geometrical optics, two-dimensional Fourier transforms and wave propagation, optical fibers, Fresnel and Fraunhofer diffraction, interferometry, imaging and Fourier transforming properties of lenses, image processing, complex filters and holography. Includes laboratory: design and experiment.
PREREQ: ELE 324
-
ELE 551 - Communication Systems College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Communications systems. Amplitude modulation techniques. Angle modulation or frequency modulation. Sampling and quantization of analog signals. Basic digital modulation techniques. Introduction to noise. System modeling evaluating performance using industry tools.
PREREQ: ELE 351
-
ELE 591 - Special Problems in Electrical Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-4 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Students work on special projects. Instructors present new or special material.
Repeatable
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
-
MAE 180 - International Course College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-12 credit(s) Irregularly
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the SU academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
-
MAE 251 - Thermodynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Basic concepts in engineering thermodynamics. Thermodynamic properties of solids, liquids, and gases. First and second laws of thermodynamics. Reversible and irreversible processes. Entropy equation. Energy analysis of basic cycles.
PREREQ: PHY 211 OR PHY 215
-
MAE 284 - Introduction to CAD College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fundamentals of projections and intersections of surfaces. Dimensioning and tolerancing. Different solid and surface modeling techniques. Use of a computer-aided design system. Design problems.
PREREQ: ECS 101
-
MAE 300 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
-
MAE 312 - Engineering Analysis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Analytical and numerical methods of engineering problem solving. Linear algebra, ordinary and partial differential equations. Applications include vibration theory, column buckling, steady and unsteady heat transfer, subsonic and supersonic potential flows, wave propagation in rods.
PREREQ: ECS 104 AND MAT 485
-
MAE 315 - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Laboratory College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Laboratory experiments in engineering and science topics. Introduction to statistical evaluation of data. Experiments will be selected from various topics including solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, digital signal processing and vibrations.
PREREQ: ECS 325
COREQ: MAE 341
-
MAE 321 - Dynamics of Mechanical Systems College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Formulation of dynamics problems using Newton’s Laws with an introductory study of analytical dynamics. Vibration of linear systems. Computational techniques for predicting system response.
PREREQ: ECS 222 AND ECS 325 AND MAT 485
-
MAE 322 - Control Systems for MAE College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Review of Laplace transforms and z-transforms, system modeling, transfer functions, feedback, stability. Analysis and design using computer tools. Applications of controls to mechanical systems.
PREREQ: MAT 485
COREQ: MAE 321
-
MAE 333 - Data Analysis for Engineers College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Collecting and pre-processing engineering data. Analysis of engineering data. Probability distributions and inferences. Estimation. Engineering experimental design. Engineering applications such as curve fitting, error analysis, statistical process control and reliability. Computational tools for data analysis.
PREREQ: MAT 397
-
MAE 341 - Fluid Mechanics College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Dimensional analysis. Hydrostatics. Bernoulli’s equation. Control volume analysis. Basic equations in differential form. Inviscid incompressible flows. Viscous flows in pipes and ducts. Estimation of head losses in fluid systems.
PREREQ: ECS 221 AND MAT 397 AND (PHY 211 OR PHY 215 )
-
MAE 355 - Fundamentals of Heat Transfer College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Principles of heat transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation. Thermal properties of materials. Boiling and condensation. Solutions of steady state and transient heat transfer problems. Design of heat exchange systems.
PREREQ: MAE 341
COREQ: MAE 251
-
MAE 373 - Analysis and Design of Structures College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) Irregularly
Elements of the plane theory of elasticity and strength of materials. Application to problems of mechanical and aerospace structures.
-
MAE 415 - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering laboratory III College of Engineering and Computer Science
2 credit(s) Irregularly
Experiments in composite structures and instrumentation performed in small groups. Written and oral reports.
-
MAE 457 - Automotive Engineering for ECS Students College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
An engineering study of the modern automobile, using a recent model car as a laboratory example. Analysis of engine, transmission, body, suspension, brakes, steering safety equipment, and fuel systems. FMVS Standards.
PREREQ: MAE 251
-
MAE 473 - Introduction to Finite Element Analysis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Odd academic yr e.g. 2007-8
Introduction to formulation of mechanics and heat transfer problems by finite element analysis. Applications of the finite element method for the static and dynamic analysis of mechanical components and use of commercial software.
PREREQ: MAT 485 AND ECS 325
-
MAE 480 - International Course College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-12 credit(s) Irregularly
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the SU academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
-
MAE 483 - Applied Environmental Acoustics and Noise Control College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: MAE 683
Introductory to environmental acoustics, sound propagation, psychoacoustics, noise criteria for design, noise sources, absorption, noise isolation, design of critical spaces, sound measurement, vibration isolation, product noise ratings, sound quality.
PREREQ: PHY 211
-
MAE 486 - Fuel Cell Science and Technology College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Fuel cell thermodynamics; electrode kinetics; performance and efficiency; transport process; types of fuel cells; fueling issues, and fuel cell systems and applications will be covered.
PREREQ: MAE 251
-
MAE 490 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s)
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
Repeatable
-
MAE 499 - Honors Capstone Project College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
-
MAE 510 - Nuclear Reactor Design, Operation and Safety College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: NUC 510
Principles of fission reactor analysis and design; reactor kinetics, operation and control; reactor thermo-fluid-dynamics; reactor safety; reactor accident case studies.
PREREQ: NUC 301 AND MAE 551
-
MAE 512 - Technology Management College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
This course develops a foundation for the concepts of ethics, technology life-cycles, product life cycles, concurrent engineering, managing people, project evaluation, leading technology teams, managing R&D and innovation and managing risks in order to support the planning, scheduling, and controlling activities required for successful completion of technologically innovative projects.
-
MAE 525 - Soft Robotics: Materials, Mechanics, and Machines College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Soft robotics offers many advantages over conventional robotics. This course explores relevant materials and mechanics for recent progress in soft robotics through lectures, literature surveys, and course projects where students work in teams to repeat part of recent soft robotics papers.
PREREQ: ECS 325
-
MAE 530 - Introduction to Design Optimization College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Theory and use of numerical design optimization methods. Problem formulation, practical application, and results analysis. Unconstrained nonlinear problems, constrained linear and nonlinear problems, and multi-objective optimization. Graduate students will do additional work in surrogate models and optimizing under uncertainty. Extensive use of Matlab functions and programming.
PREREQ: MAT 485
-
MAE 536 - Composite Materials College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Even Academic Yr e.g. 2004-5
Design, analysis, and manufacturing of fiber-reinforced composite materials. Emphasis is on polymeric composites for general aerospace and automotive applications, and on ceramic matrix composites for hypersonic applications.
PREREQ: ECS 325
-
MAE 545 - Applications of Fluid Mechanics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Selected topics in applied fluid mechanics, to be determined by the instructor. Tools employed include control volume analysis, Bernoulli equation, exact and simplified solutions of the Navier-Stokes equations, and test correlations.
PREREQ: MAE 341
-
MAE 548 - Engineering Economics and Technology Valuation College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEE 548
Value-based assessment and management of engineering/technology projects: equivalence; discounted cash flow; taxes/depreciation; financial statements. Risk-adjusted valuation: risk/uncertainty in staged projects; Monte Carlo simulations; decision trees; real options; project portfolio management.
PREREQ: MAT 296
-
MAE 551 - Energy Conversion College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEE 551
Energy demand and resources. Fundamentals of combustion. Power plants, refrigeration systems. Turbines and engines. Advanced systems. Direct energy conversion. Alternate energy sources. Energy storage. Costs and environmental impact.
PREREQ: MAE 251
-
MAE 552 - Building Environmental Measurements and Controls College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s)
Crosslisted with: CEE 552
Fundamentals of building ventilating methods for measuring and controlling indoor environmental conditioning, thermal comfort, and indoor air quality.
PREREQ: MAE 341 AND MAE 355
-
MAE 553 - HVAC Systems Analysis and Design College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s)
Crosslisted with: CEE 553
Fundamentals of moist air properties, basic air conditioning processes, heat transfer in building structures, heating and cooling load calculations, and air distribution systems.
PREREQ: MAE 251
-
MAE 554 - Principles of Refrigeration College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s)
Basic thermodynamic analysis of refrigeration cycles. Components selection. Environmental issues and recent developments in the refrigeration and the air conditioning industry.
PREREQ: MAE 251
-
MAE 555 - Fundamentals of Nano-Science & Nano-Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Definition of nano-, micro- and macro- scales. Overview of nanotechnology. Molecular and surface forces at the nanoscale. Atomistic definitions of continuum properties. Molecular Simulations. Principles of nanofabrication. Characterization of nanomaterials. Additional paper for graduate students.
PREREQ: PHY 212 AND MAT 485
-
MAE 571 - Applications of Computational Fluid Dynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Use of commercial Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) softwares to solve problems of practical interest. Modeling of fluid/thermal systems. Introduction to CFD algorithms. Simulation, evaluation, and interpretation of CFD results.
PREREQ: MAE 341
-
MAE 573 - Application of Finite Element Analysis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s)
Formulation of mechanics and heat transfer problems by finite element analysis. Application of the finite element method using commercial software in the static and dynamic analysis of mechanical components.
PREREQ: ECS 325 AND MAT 485
-
MAE 580 - International Course College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-12 credit(s) Irregularly
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the SU academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
-
MAE 585 - Principles of Turbomachines College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fluid dynamics and thermodynamics of turbomachines. Performance characteristics and analysis of axial and radial turbomachines. Cascade theory. Radial equilibrium equation. Meridional flow analysis. Three dimensional flow characteristics of turbomachines.
PREREQ: MAE 251 AND MAE 341
-
MAE 587 - Design of Solar Energy System College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fundamentals of solar radiation, collectors and storage. Design of solar space heating, cooling; water heating systems. Study of solar electric systems. Economics of solar design; application to heat pumps, energy conservation techniques.
PREREQ: MAE 251
-
MAE 588 - Principles of Wind Turbines College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEE 588, ECS 588
Aerodynamics, performance, control, and electrical aspects wind turbines.
PREREQ: MAE 341
Mechanical Engineering
-
MEE 270 - Experience Credit College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
-
MEE 290 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by permission of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
-
MEE 332 - Machine Design College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to the design process. Design and analysis of machine components such as springs, gears, shafts, keys, drive chains and belts.
PREREQ: ECS 325 AND ECS 222
-
MEE 416 - Mechanical Engineering Laboratory College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Experiments in energy systems, air conditioning & refrigeration systems, turbomachine, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, solid mechanics, and control systems performed in small groups. Written reports and oral presentations required.
PREREQ: MAE 251 AND MAE 315 AND MAE 341 AND MAE 355
-
MEE 431 - Manufacturing Processes College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fundamentals of casting, forming, machining, assembly, and other manufacturing processes. Measurement and tolerancing. Design for manufacture and assembly.
PREREQ: MAE 284 AND ECS 326
-
MEE 454 - Air Conditioning College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
sychro-metrics, air conditioning for human comfort and industrial processes, heating and cooling loads, air distribution, a/c systems, design project.
PREREQ: MAE 251
-
MEE 456 - Applications of Heat Transfer College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Applications of principles of heat transfer to analysis and design of heat-exchange and dissipation devices. Boiling and condensation heat transfer. Aspects of environmental heat transfer, such as thermal pollution and its control.
PREREQ: MAE 355
-
MEE 470 - Experience Credit College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
-
MEE 471 - Design Practice College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Topics in design methodology and development, professional practice, costing, intellectual property, use of modern engineering tools.
PREREQ: MEE 332 AND MAE 284
-
MEE 472 - Synthesis of Mechanical Systems College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Second course in the capstone design sequence. Development through completion of design projects. Elements of planning for production and manufacture, sustainability, intellectual property.
PREREQ: MEE 471
-
MEE 473 - Engineering Design Analysis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Design problems that integrate the principles of diverse engineering courses. Use of ANSYS as a modeling and analysis tool.
-
MEE 475 - Special Design Project College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Special design project carried out by student under supervision of staff member.
-
MEE 480 - International Course College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-12 credit(s) Irregularly
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
-
MEE 486 - Introduction to Nuclear Power College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Application of engineering principles to nuclear power reactors. Relation of nuclear power to present and future world energy sources. Elements of reactor theory. Power removal, utilization, and economics. Design considerations and examinations of nuclear power plants.
PREREQ: MAE 251
-
MEE 487 - Design of Solar-Energy Systems College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Solar radiation, collectors, and storage. Design of solar space heating, cooling; water-heating systems. Solar electric systems. Economics of solar design. Applications of heat pumps, energy conservation techniques.
PREREQ: MAE 251
-
MEE 490 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
-
MEE 499 - Honors Capstone Project College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s)
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
-
MEE 524 - Microprocessors in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Introduction to the microprocessor and its various configurations used in controlling machine operations, data acquisition, etc. Project-oriented work involving program development in machine, assembly, and basic languages. Micro-computers used for off-line program development. Not open to electrical and computer engineering students.
-
MEE 571 - Computer Aided Design College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Use CAD software and hardware in the solution of mechanical engineering problems. Computer graphics, computer aided geometry (space curves, splines, patches) design, solid modeling, optimization and an introduction to finite element method.
PREREQ: MAE 284 AND MAT 485
-
MEE 584 - Noise from Industrial Flow Systems College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Basic fluid mechanics and acoustics. Noise generation by fluid flows and their interaction with solid bodies. Types of noise sources. Analysis and control of such flow noise sources in manufacturing, transportation, propulsion, power generation, and industrial control systems.
PREREQ: MAE 341
-
MEE 585 - Fuel & Energy Utilization College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s)
Manufacturing Engineering
-
MFE 300 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
-
MFE 326 - Probability and Statistical Methods for Engineers College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) Irregularly
Theory of probability, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, quality control techniques. Experimental design and analysis.
-
MFE 429 - System Modeling and Optimization College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Introduction to system modeling and optimization techniques and their applications. Topics include linear programming and its extensions, integer programming, dynamic programming, stochastic modeling, simulation and other system modeling techniques.
PREREQ: MAT 397 AND MAT 521
-
MFE 436 - Robotics in Manufacturing College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Topics include requirements for robotic application, mechanical considerations, and effectors, sensors, software, applications, and optimization of robotic systems. Laboratory experiments included.
-
MFE 453 - Production Planning and Control College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Problems in designing and controlling manufacturing facilities. Layout design, line balancing, production planning, sequencing, material-requirements planning, group technology, and quality control.
PREREQ: MFE 326 AND MFE 429
-
MFE 470 - Experience Credit College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s)
Participation in a discipline or subject-related experience. Students will be evaluated by written and/or oral report.
Repeatable
-
MFE 534 - Statistical Quality Control College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Controlling product quality through the control of the manufacturing process and acceptance sampling. Industrial project required.
PREREQ: MFE 326
-
MFE 595 - Multidisciplinary Analysis and Design College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Interdisciplinary subjects related to engineering, information technology, networking, AI and HTTP://WWW-based tools. The objective is to use different MAD tools in the product realization process.
PREREQ: MEE 571
Materials Science
-
MTS 421 - Introduction to Ceramics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Ceramics as a class of materials composed of inorganic, nonmetallic components. Development, utilization, and control of properties of ceramic materials.
-
MTS 431 - Physical Metallurgy College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Properties of metals and alloys. Transformations and their consequences in practical systems.
-
MTS 471 - Materials for Engineering Applications College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Deformation and fracture of metals, ceramics, and polymers. Materials for applications at high temperatures, corrosive environments, high strengths, and light weights. Prepares students to select materials for certain engineering functions.
-
MTS 533 - Introduction to Theory of Materials College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Theoretical concepts that describe the electronic structure of crystals. Models of electron and ion interactions to correlate electronic, magnetic, and thermal properties of metals, alloys, and compounds.
-
MTS 537 - Introduction to Diffusion in Solids College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Diffusion mechanisms, diffusion equations and their methods of solution.
-
MTS 570 - Nondestructive Testing College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Determination of defects in structural materials. Nondestructive inspection methods include noise emission techniques, X-ray radiography, leak detectors, ultrasonics, magnetic and electrical methods.
Repeatable
-
MTS 581 - X-Ray Diffraction College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Kinematic theory of X-ray diffraction and its applications in materials science. Experimental methods. Integrated intensity, line broadening, and peak shift analyses. Crystal structure. X-ray effects of imperfections in crystals.
Nuclear Energy Track
-
NUC 301 - Introduction to Nuclear Engineering and Reactor Safety College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Importance of nuclear energy to society. Nuclear and radiological engineering. Nuclear energy production. Radioactive waste. Reactor safety
PREREQ: PHY 212
-
NUC 510 - Nuclear Reactor Design, Operation and Safety College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: MAE 510
Principles of fission reactor analysis and design; reactor kinetics, operation and control; reactor thermo-fluid-dynamics; reactor safety; reactor accident case studies.
-
NUC 520 - Radiochemistry, Nuclear Fuel Reprocessing and Nonproliferation College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: CEN 520
Radiochemistry for nuclear reactors and nuclear fuel reprocessing; nonproliferation issues through detection and monitoring, nuclear fuel reprocessing and design, waste vitrification and storage facilities, safety issues in nuclear fuel reprocessing.
PREREQ: NUC 301
-
NUC 530 - Electric Power Generation and Distribution College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fundamental principles governing the electro-mechanical power conversion; transformer; generators; introduction to power distribution systems; reliability and safety issues related to power generation and delivery, particularly in nuclear power plants.3
-
NUC 540 - Experiential Studies in Nuclear Technology College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: CEN 540
Introduction to experimental methods, procedures and research techniques through projects at participating government facilities, industrial entities or Syracuse University.
PREREQ: NUC 301 AND (NUC 510 OR NUC 520 )
Systems & Information Science
-
SIS 100 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
-
SIS 101 - SIS Freshman Forum College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to the field of Systems and Information Science, with emphasis on the broad variety of applications programming. Survival skills appropriate to new students and budding professionals will also be covered.
-
SIS 300 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s)
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Page: 1
| 2
| 3
| 4
|
|
|
Print this Page