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2012-2013 Graduate Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Graduate Course Descriptions


 

Mathematics in Operations Research

  
  • MOR 558 - Mathematical Modeling in Industry: Operations Research Models

    (4 credits)

    Models will be drawn from linear, integer, nonlinear and dynamic programming, stochastic processes, queuing theory, Markov chains, decision analysis, network theory and scheduling theory. Topics will vary but particular applications may include production planning and inventory control, capacity expansion, equipment replacement, optimal routing, project management, flow-shop and job-shop scheduling, Markov decision models, game theory and control theory.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (MOR 554) or have instructor permission.

  
  • MOR 590 - Directed Reading and Research

    (2 or 4 credits)

    Reading and independent research activities under faculty supervision.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must have permission of the graduate coordinator.


Mechanical Engineering

  
  • ME 521 - Dynamics

    (4 credits)

    Generalized coordinates and matrix methods of analysis of the motion of particles and rigid bodies. Energy and momentum methods applied to mechanical systems. Euler and Lagrange methods applied to forces and motion. An introduction to mechanical vibrating systems. Keplerian motion and kinematics. Offered winter.

  
  • ME 522 - Mechanical Vibrations

    (4 credits)

    Linear free and forced response of one and multiple degree of freedom systems. Equations of motion of discrete systems. Free vibration eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Applications to engineering systems including vibration isolation, rotating imbalance, vibration absorbers and balancing of rotating machinery. Project required. Offered fall.

  
  • ME 523 - Acoustics and Noise Control

    (4 credits)

    Introduction to vibrations and waves; plane and spherical acoustic waves; sound generation, transmission and propagation; sound intensity and power; principles and definitions of noise control; sound and hearing; hearing conservation; community, building and industrial noise control; measurement of sound. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 523 and ME 423.

  
  • ME 525 - Noise, Vibration and Harshness

    (4 credits)

    Basics of vibration and acoustics. Characteristics of sound waves. Sound generation and propagation. Human response to sound. Sound intensity. Vibration analysis and control. Modal analysis. NVH instrumentation and measurements. Noise control applications with emphasis to automotive applications. Project included.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite ME 422/522 or equivalent.

  
  • ME 526 - Vibration and Sound Measurements

    (4 credits)

    Vibration and sound data analysis, instrumentation and measurement techniques. Description of deterministic and nondeterministic data. Constant parameter linear systems; transfer function, impedance, mobility, sampling theory, filtering, temporal and spectral analyses. Properties of vibration and sound. Transducers, measuring equipment and analyzers. Experimental model analysis; acoustic intensity and source identification. Student must meet prerequisites (APM 541, ME 523 or equivalent). Offered fall.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (APM 541, ME 523 or equivalent).

  
  • ME 530 - Kinematics and Mechanisms

    (4 credits)

    Basics of kinematics analysis, synthesis and mechanism design. Mechanisms’ degrees of freedom and equivalent linkages. Analyze/Synthesize linkage positions, velocities and accelerations using graphical and analytical approaches. Cam/follower system introduction. Various types of gears and gear trains analysis. This course is cross listed with ME 430. Credit cannot be received for both ME 530 and ME 430. Offered fall.

  
  • ME 536 - Fundamentals of Battery Systems for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

    (4 credits)

    This is a graduate-level course focused on energy storage systems that are the enabling technology for hybrid and electric vehicles. The engineering fundamentals of batteries, super-capacitors, and fuel cells will be introduced as well as their integration into energy storage systems for hybrid and electric vehicle applications.

    Prerequisite(s): An understanding of basic physics and chemistry is needed.

  
  • ME 537 - Fuel Cell Science and Technology

    (4 credits)

    Fundamental principles of fuel cells. Thermodynamics, electrochemistry, material and transport processes governing fuel cell operation. Structure and operation of various types of fuel cells. Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell modeling, design and testing. Fuel cell stack and system. Hydrogen generation, delivery and storage. Includes project.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 549 or equivalent).

  
  • ME 538 - Fluid Transport

    (4 credits)

    Continued study of the fundamentals of fluid mechanics and their applications; angular momentum principle, generalized study of various turbomachines, potential flow of inviscid fluids; laminar and turbulent boundary layer theory; dimensional analysis and similitude; compressible flow. With laboratory emphasizing engineering design. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 538 and ME 438. Offered fall.

  
  • ME 539 - Computational Fluid Dynamics

    (4 credits)

    Overview of the physical and mathematical foundations of computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Practical numerical solution techniques for the Navier-Stokes equations; finite difference and finite volume methods, including discretization, stability analysis, time stepping and multigrid methods are covered. Discussion of grid generation and complex geometries. Introduction to commercial CFD software (Fluent/Gambit). This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 539 and ME 439.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 549 or equivalent).

  
  • ME 543 - Polymeric Materials

    (4 credits)

    Fundamentals of plastic materials. Terminology and nomenclature for plastics. General topics dealing with plastics, such as structure, morphology, properties, etc. Focus on mechanical and physical properties and mechanical behavior of plastics. Plastics processing, testing, design and recycling is introduced. Project required. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 543 and ME 443.

  
  • ME 544 - Plastics Processing Engineering

    (4 credits)

    Polymeric materials and their manufacturing related properties. Principles and design of extrusion, post extrusion processes, molding and forming processes. Rheological behavior of polymers, melt-flow characteristics, modeling and simulation. With project and laboratory. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 544 and ME 444.

  
  • ME 545 - Plastics Product Design

    (4 credits)

    Design of plastic/composite products based on strength, stiffness, creep, impact, chemical and environmental attack. Effect of processing on part quality and performance. Design of plastic parts for joining and assembly. Use of CAD/CAM/CAE software for structural analysis and design optimization. Project required. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 545 and ME 445.

  
  • ME 548 - Thermal Energy Transport

    (4 credits)

    Continued study of properties and descriptions of conduction, convection and thermal radiation heat transfer; thermal boundary layer theory; forced and natural convection, heat transfer correlations. Thermodynamics of thermal radiation, radiation intensity, surface properties and energy exchange. Laboratory emphasizes experimental design and development of empirical relationships. Offered winter. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 548 and ME 448.

  
  • ME 549 - Numerical Methods for Mechanical Engineering

    (4 credits)

    Introduction to numerical analysis applied to mechanical engineering. Error analysis, roots of equations, direct and iterative solutions of systems of equations, optimization, finite difference methods, ordinary differential equations, curve fitting. Emphasis on programming techniques using Matlab; practical engineering analysis. Applications drawn from all areas of mechanical engineering.

  
  • ME 550 - Computer-Aided Data Acquisition Analysis and Control

    (2 credits)

    Introduction to and “hands-on” experience with computer- aided data acquisition, analysis and control as it relates to fluid and thermal experimentation and measurements. Topics include computer hardware and software, a variety of measurement and control instrumentation, communication between instrumentation and computer. ASYST programming language, instrument operation and calibration, data acquisition and analysis. Design-oriented laboratory projects. This course is cross listed with an
    undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 550 and ME 450.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 582) or have permission of instructor.

  
  • ME 554 - Alternative Energy Systems

    (4 credits)

    The analysis and design of alternative energy conversion systems. Primary topics include biomass energy conversion, biofuels, solar and wind power. Other topics include fuel cells, geothermal energy and hydroelectric power. Includes design project(s). This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 554 and ME 454.

  
  • ME 555 - Combustion Processes

    (4 credits)

    Thermodynamics of state, mixtures, Gibbs free energy; chemical equilibrium, stoichiometry; chemical reaction kinetics, reaction rate, mixing, catalyst action; fluid vaporization, condensation, atomization; applications, spark and compression ignition, continuous combustion.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 456) or equivalent.

  
  • ME 557 - Internal Combustion Engines I

    (4 credits)

    An introduction to the thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and performance of internal combustion engines, including an introduction to engine types and their operation, engine design and operating parameters, ideal thermodynamics cycles, the thermodynamics of actual working fluids and the actual cycles, gas exchange processes, heat losses, performance, exhaust gas analysis and air pollution. With laboratory. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 557 and ME 457. Offered fall.

  
  • ME 559 - Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems

    (4 credits)

    An overview of prime movers suitable for vehicle propulsion. Topics include: a morphological description of various internal combustion engines, current and future passenger car engines and powertrains, energy alternatives, legislative issues, vehicle integration and suitable advanced technologies. The course typically will be taught by a team of industry experts.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 557) or have equivalent experience in I.C. engines.

  
  • ME 561 - Analysis and Design of Mechanical Structures

    (4 credits)

    Use and methods of advanced mechanics of materials to design mechanical structures to meet elastic strength criteria. Topics include plates and shells, torsion of noncircular cross-sections, beams on elastic foundation, curved and composite beams, rotating disks, thick-walled cylinders, and energy methods. This coure is cross listed with an undergradute course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 561 and ME 461.Offered fall.

  
  • ME 562 - Fatigue Analysis and Design

    (4 credits)

    Emphasis is placed on analytical and predictive methods that are useful to design engineers in avoiding fatigue failure. The most current fatigue analysis methods, techniques and applications are introduced, which include the following: guidance for choosing and applying the analysis methods most appropriate to a fatigue situation; variable amplitude loading and statistical fatigue properties; engineering case studies involving the development of both fundamental and advanced analytical skills. Offered fall.

  
  • ME 563 - Applied Elasticity

    (4 credits)

    Fundamentals of solid mechanics, stress-strain and equilibrium and compatibility equations, generalized Hook’s law, boundary conditions. Plane strain and generalized plane stress, plane elasticity. Airy stress function, torsion and bending, St. Venant principle, introduction to thermoelasticity, and numerical methods. Offered winter.

  
  • ME 564 - Mechanics of Composite Materials

    (4 credits)

    Introduction to composite materials. Forming procedures and manufacturing. Basic principles of fiber-reinforced composite materials. Introduction to micromechanics of a lamina. Macromechanical behavior of a laminate. Bending of laminated plates. Stress analysis of viscoelastic composite materials. Characterization and design of composite materials. Structural synthesis. Offered fall, even years.

  
  • ME 565 - Experimental Stress Analysis

    (4 credits)

    Experimental determination of stress and strain in loaded members. Use of capacitance strain gage, resistance strain gages and rosettes and wheatstone bridges, optical strain gages and rosette, and two-dimensional photoelasticity and photoelastic coatings. Design of experiments and portable transducers which measure force, moment and displacement and deformations, etc. With laboratory. Offered winter.

  
  • ME 567 - Optical Measurement and Quality Inspection

    (4 credits)

    Topics include the state-of-the-art optical methods such as holography, shearography, moire, three-dimensional computer vision, electronic speckle pattern interferometry and laser triangulation; with applications to measurement of displacement, vibrational mode shapes, material properties, residual stresses, three-dimensional shapes, quality inspection and nondestructive testing. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 567 and ME 467. Offered fall, winter.

  
  • ME 569 - Finite Elements

    (4 credits)

    Structural analysis through matrix formulation using direct and variational methods; stiffness and flexibility matrices for triangular, quadrilateral and isoparametric elements in two and three dimensions. Finite element programs and available graphics hardware for data preparation. Offered fall.

  
  • ME 571 - Theory of Plasticity

    (4 credits)

    Details of the fundamental mechanics of plastic deformation are explored. Yield criteria, hardening laws, constitutive relations, ductile fracture criteria and instability models are covered. An emphasis on theoretical concepts is made in order to prepare the student for metal forming problem solutions.

  
  • ME 572 - Material Properties and Processes

    (4 credits)

    Study of mechanical behavior of real engineering materials and how they influence mechanical design. True stress/strain properties of materials, plastic deformation and fracture of materials, failure theories, fatigue damage under cyclic loading, creep and high temperature applications. Material properties of engineering metals, ceramics and composites. Behavior of materials during and after manufacturing processes such as stamping, drawing, extrusion, etc. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 572 and ME 472. Offered Winter, Summer.

  
  • ME 574 - Manufacturing Processes

    (4 credits)

    Fundamentals and technology of machining, forming, casting and welding. Mechanics of cutting. Molding of polymers. Tolerancing and surface topography. Manufacturing considerations in design. Economics of manufacturing. Process assembly and product engineering. With laboratory. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 574 and ME 474. Offered fall, winter.

  
  • ME 575 - Lubrication, Friction and Wear

    (4 credits)

    Study of fundamental wear mechanisms including: adhesive, abrasive, corrosive and surface fatigue. Boundary and hydrodynamic lubrication. Friction theories. Surface topography characterization. Applications: journal and ball bearings, gears and engine components. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 575 and ME 475. Offered spring, fall.

  
  • ME 576 - Product and Process Development

    (4 credits)

    Topics include traditional and nontraditional approaches in product and process development and optimization, including conventional experimental mechanics and acoustic test methods. The Taguchi approach and other methods for design of experiments are used to study the interaction of variables and to attain optimization. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 576 and ME 476.

  
  • ME 578 - Mechanics of Metal Forming

    (4 credits)

    Study of mechanics, metallurgy and basic analytical and numerical methods needed to understand the analysis of metal forming processes. Topics include: introduction to plasticity, yield criteria, work hardening and plastic anisotropy; ideal work method, slab and upper-bound analyses; formability, springback and forming limit diagrams. Overview of using commercial finite element packages to simulate bulk and sheet metal forming. Offered fall.

  
  • ME 579 - Fundamentals of Nuclear Engineering

    (3 credits)

    Fundamental concepts of atomic and nuclear physics; interaction of radiation with matter; nuclear reactors and nuclear power; neutron diffusion and moderation; heat removal from nuclear reactors; radiation protection and shielding; reactor licensing, safety and the environment; applications in power generation and medicine. This course includes a project. Offered Fall.

  
  • ME 580 - Nuclear Reactors and Power Plants

    (3 credits)

    The study of various nuclear power plant types and systems; Rankin Cycle thermodynamics; BWR, ESBWR and PWR power plants; engineered safety systems; nuclear regulations, codes and standards; reactor safety fundamentals; economic and environmental issues. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 480 and ME 580. This course includes a project. Offered winter.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 456 and ME 579).

    Prerequisite or Corequisite: ME 448.



  
  • ME 582 - Fluid and Thermal Energy Systems

    (4 credits)

    Study of systems involving fluid and thermal phenomena. Includes conventional and unconventional energy conversion, fluid and thermal energy transport. Analysis, design and optimization of systems are emphasized using basic integral, differential and lumped parameter modeling techniques. The course bridges conventional engineering design disciplines with design-oriented laboratory projects. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 582 and ME 482. Offered fall.

  
  • ME 584 - Automotive Chassis Systems

    (4 credits)

    Vehicle chassis systems analyses including: power plant and transmission characteristics, maximum traction effort, engine and transmission matching; suspension kinematics, dynamics, and optimization; and tire dynamics, tire forces and moments, rolling resistance and longitudinal slip, ride properties, and characteristics on wet surfaces.

  
  • ME 586 - Reliability Methods in Engineering Design

    (4 credits)

    Theory and applications of probabilistic methods in the analysis and synthesis of engineering systems. Review of basic probability concepts, random variables and distributions and uncertainty quantification and propagation. First-order, secondorder and advanced mean value reliability methods. Monte Carlo simulation, variance reduction techniques, sensitivity analysis and reliability-based design optimization. Implementation of probabilistic methods using Excel and Matlab. Offered winter.

  
  • ME 587 - Mechanical Computer-Aided Engineering

    (4 credits)

    Introduction to the use of state-of-the-art finite element technology in mechanical engineering analysis. Fundamentals of computer graphics, solid modeling, finite element modeling and interactive design. Analysis and evaluation of linear static and dynamic mechanical systems. Includes design project(s) in various topics. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 587 and ME 487. Offered fall, summer.

  
  • ME 589 - Fasteners and Bolted Joints

    (4 credits)

    A systems approach to the analysis, design and reliability of bolted joints under static and dynamic forces. System variables include the fastener, the joint, assembly tool, control methods, post assembly loads and relaxation and environmental factors. Laboratory experiments to illustrate torque tension relationship, role of friction, use of ultrasonics, effect of non-parallel contact and elastic interaction in bolted flanges. Project required. This course is cross listed with an undergraduate course. Credit cannot be received for both ME 589 and ME 489. Offered winter.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 486).

  
  • ME 594 - Independent Study

    (1 to 4 credits)

    Independent Study in a special area in mechanical engineering. Topic must be approved prior to registration. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.

  
  • ME 595 - Special Topics

    (2 to 4 credits)

    Study of special topics in mechanical engineering. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.

  
  • ME 610 - Continuum Mechanics

    (4 credits)

    Foundations in vector and tensor fields, kinematics of deformation, measures of strain and analysis of stress, equations of motion, compatibility conditions, constitutive equations, thermodynamics of deformation. Study of infinitesimal elasticity, ideal fluids, ideal elastoplasticity, processing, and material capabilities are studied in a systems context. Previously ME 510. Credit cannot be received for both ME 610 and ME 510. Offered winter, odd years.

  
  • ME 624 - Vibration Analysis

    (4 credits)

    Linear vibrations in time and frequency domains. Lumped parameter mechanical systems. D’Alembert’s and Hamilton’s principles; Lagrange’s equations. Free eigenvalue problem. Continuous systems. Response to non-periodic excitation. Numerical integration methods. Finite element and transfer matrix methods. Geared systems and torsional vibration of IC engines. Use of MATLAB and MSC/NASTRAN. Previously ME 524. Credit cannot be received for both ME 624 and ME 524.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 522) or equivalent.

  
  • ME 638 - Convective Transport Phenomena

    (4 credits)

    Development of the fundamental equations expressing conservation of mass and momentum principle. Navier-Stokes equations. Approximation techniques. Boundary layer theory. Introduction to turbulent transport processes. Hydrodynamics of two-phase flows. Offered winter, even years.

  
  • ME 639 - Gas Dynamics

    (4 credits)

    Fundamental theories and applications of high-speed aerodynamics are the major subjects of the course. One-dimensional gas dynamics and wave motion. Shock waves in supersonic flow. Flow in ducts and wind tunnels. The equations of threedimensional frictionless flow. Small-perturbation theory. Slender body theory. The similarity rules of high-speed flow and methods of measurement. Transonic flow. The method of characteristics.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 538).

  
  • ME 648 - Thermal Transport Phenomena

    (4 credits)

    Development of the fundamental continuum equation expressing conservation of energy. Radiation and conduction heat transfer, extended surfaces, multi-dimensional conduction problems, and one-dimensional unsteady conduction problems. Convective heat transfer, thermal boundary layer theory, forced and natural convection, and two-phase flow phenomena. Offered in fall.

  
  • ME 657 - Internal Combustion Engines II

    (4 credits)

    Combustion characteristics, fuels, materials and design of internal combustion engines including: combustion in spark and compression ignition engines; engine heat transfer; fuels and fuel systems; engine balance and vibration; friction, lubrication and wear; valves and valve train; superchargers, turbochargers and auxiliary systems; variables affecting engine performance; engine design. With laboratory. Previously ME 558. Credit cannot be received for both ME 657 and ME 558. Offered winter.

  
  • ME 662 - Advanced Fatigue Analysis and Design

    (4 credits)

    Fundamental fatigue models for multi-axial states of stress and strain, nonlinear fatigue damage theories, basics of elastic fracture mechanics, fatigue of welded joints, and theories of plasticity. Engineering case studies are considered. Offered winter, even years.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 562).

  
  • ME 665 - Optical Methods in Experimental Mechanics

    (4 credits)

    Modern contemporary optical methods in experimental stress analysis, including digital speckle methods, correlation methods, xrays and optical diffraction methods, digital holography, digital shearography and other digital optical methods. Emphasis on full field, non-contacting measurement and analysis of 3D-deformations, 3D-strains/stresses and vibration. With laboratory. Offered winter.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 567) or equivalent.

  
  • ME 669 - Advanced Finite Elements

    (4 credits)

    Nonlinear finite element formulation for large deformation, plasticity and creep; incremental and iterative solution technique; design optimization; use of a finite element code in engineering applications such as stamping, metal forming, contact mechanics, buckling analysis, mechanics of composites and nonlinear transient dynamics. Offered winter, even years.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 569).

  
  • ME 674 - Machining Processes

    (4 credits)

    Fundamentals of various machining processes including turning, milling, drilling and grinding. Fixturing and geometric errors produced by machine tools. Friction and wear of cutting tools. Influence of cutting fluids, tool design and tool material on cutting temperatures, work piece surface roughness and tool wear. Description of alternative machines and smart machine tools. Offered spring, odd years.

  
  • ME 675 - Advanced Tribology

    (4 credits)

    In depth study of selected topics in tribology. Examples include: friction and wear theories, temperature rise due to frictional sliding, oil film thickness calculations, contact mechanics, friction and wear, mechanisms of metals, polymers and ceramics, engine and bearing tribology. Offered winter, odd years.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 575).

  
  • ME 678 - Advanced Metal Forming

    (4 credits)

    The finite element simulation of metal forming processes using commercially available software. Focus on sheet metal stamping, tubular hydroforming and bulk metal forging. Mesh refinement, mass scaling, velocity scaling, element formulations, contact models, material models, CPU efficiency and postprocess solution interpretation are discussed. Project presentation typically required.  Offered winter. Odd Years.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (ME 578 and ME 569) or equivalent.

  
  • ME 684 - Automotive Engineering Design II

    (4 credits)

    Continuation of Automotive Engineering Design I including: mechanics of handling, suspension, roll and ride; design of steering systems including: universal joints, vibration isolators, rack and pinion gears and tie rods. Design of doors, lift gates, hatchbacks and occupant environment. Previously ME 585. Credit cannot be received for both ME 684 and ME 585. Offered winter.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 584) or have permission of instructor.

  
  • ME 689 - Advanced Fasteners and Bolted Joints

    (4 credits)

    Vibration loosening under vibration and impact loading, fatigue analysis, gasketed joints, fastener tribology, corrosion, Hydrogen Embrittlement, Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC), elastic interaction, process optimization, nondestructive testing, ultrasonic control of fastener tightening, optical control of clamping load, failure analysis, case studies, graduate term paper. Offered Fall, even years.

    Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisite (ME 489 or ME 589).

  
  • ME 690 - Graduate Engineering Project

    (2 to 12 credits)

    Independent work on an advanced project in mechanical engineering. Topic must be approved prior to registration. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 12 credits.

  
  • ME 691 - Master’s Thesis Research



    Directed research leading to a master’s thesis. Topic must be approved prior to registration. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.

  
  • ME 790 - Doctoral Dissertation Research



    Directed research toward the doctoral dissertation in mechanical engineering. May be taken more than once for a minimum of 24 credits.

  
  • ME 794 - Independent Study

    (2 to 4 credits)

    Advanced independent study in a special area in mechanical engineering. Topic must be approved prior to registration. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.

  
  • ME 795 - Special Topics

    (2 to 4 credits)

    Advanced study of special topics in mechanical engineering. May be taken more than once. May not exceed a maximum of 8 credits.


Music, Applied

  
  • MUA 500 - Voice

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons in voice. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 501 - Piano

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the piano. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 502 - Organ

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the organ. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 503 - Harpsichord

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the harpsichord. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 504 - Violin

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the violin. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 505 - Viola

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the viola. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 506 - Violoncello

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the violoncello. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 507 - Double Bass

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the double bass. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 508 - Flute

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the flute. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 509 - Oboe

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the oboe. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 510 - Clarinet

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the clarinet. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 511 - Bassoon

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the bassoon. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 512 - French Horn

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the French horn. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 513 - Trumpet

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the trumpet. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 514 - Trombone

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the trombone. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 515 - Tuba

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the tuba. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 516 - Timpani

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the timpani. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 517 - Percussion

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on percussion. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 518 - Harp

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the harp. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 519 - Guitar (Classical)

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the classical guitar. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 524 - Saxophone

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the saxophone. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 525 - World Percussion

    (1 or 2 credits)

    May be repeated. Student must have permission of instructor.

  
  • MUA 526 - Guqin

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the guqin. May be repeated for up to 16 credits.

  
  • MUA 530 - Piano (Jazz)

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the piano (jazz). May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 531 - Guitar (Jazz)

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the guitar (jazz). May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 532 - Trumpet (Jazz)

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the trumpet (jazz). May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 533 - Saxophone (Jazz)

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on the saxophone (jazz). May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 534 - Percussion (Jazz)

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on percussion (jazz). May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 535 - Double Bass (Jazz)

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Individual lessons on double bass (jazz). May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 536 - Euphonium

    (1 to 4 credits)

    Individual lessons on the euphonium. May be repeated for up to 10 credits.

  
  • MUA 540 - Applied Piano (Performance Certificate)



    Individual lessons in piano. May be repeated.

  
  • MUA 549 - Applied Study in a Secondary Area

    (1 or 2 credits)

    Applied study in a secondary instrument or voice. No final jury required. May be repeated for a maximum of 20 credits.

  
  • MUA 575 - Accompanying



    Experience in piano accompaniment of vocal and instrumental solo and/or ensembles. May be repeated for credit up to 8 times.

  
  • MUA 595 - Graduate Recital



    A concert or recital demonstrating the candidate’s creative and artistic strengths. Credit will be awarded only upon approval of a specially-appointed jury committee.

  
  • MUA 695 - Master’s Recital



    A concert or recital demonstrating the candidate’s creative and artistic strengths. Credit will be awarded only upon approval of a specially-appointed jury committee.


Music Ensembles

  
  • MUE 501 - University Chorus

    (0 or 1)

    Performance of the large choral masterpieces from all music periods. One of the following activities or duties will also be assigned: a musicological study of the work performed, section leader, section rehearsal assistant, assistant conductor, or ensemble manager.

  
  • MUE 504 - Oakland Chorale

    (0 or 1)

    Performance of a wide range of choral chamber repertoire from Renaissance to the present. May be repeated for credit. One of the following activities or duties will also be assigned: a musicological study of the work performed, section leader, section rehearsal assistant, assistant conductor, or ensemble manager. Membership by audition.

 

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