ME 5550 - 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.

Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.