Mechanical Engineering Course Details

ENGL 1010

CC

Introduction to Writing

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

Appropriate test scores taken within the last three years or completion of ENGH 1000 with a grade of C- or higher.

Teaches rhetorical knowledge and skills, focusing on critical reading, writing, and thinking. Introduces writing for specific academic audiences and situations. Emphasizes writing as a process through multiple drafts and revisions. Includes major essay assignments, writing and collaboration, research writing, journals, and portfolios. May be delivered hybrid and/or online. Lab access fee of $12 for computers applies.

ENGL 2010

CC

Intermediate Writing Humanities Social Sciences

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

Appropriate ACT test scores taken within the last three years or completion of ENGL 1010 or ENGL 101H with a grade of C- or higher.

Emphasizes academic inquiry and research in the humanities and social sciences. Explores issues from multiple perspectives. Teaches careful reasoning, argumentation, and rhetorical awareness of purpose, audience, and genre. Focuses on critically evaluating, effectively integrating, and properly documenting sources. In addition to major essay assignments, may include in-class writing and collaboration, an annotated bibliography, oral presentations, and portfolios. May be delivered hybrid and/or online. Lab access fee of $12 for computers applies.

MATH 1210

QL

Calculus I

5:5:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

One of the following within the past two years: (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055) and MATH 1060, each with a grade of C or higher; MATH 1065 with a grade of C or higher; appropriate placement by math placement test.

Includes limits and continuity, differentiation, applications of differentiation, integration, applications of integration, derivatives of the exponential functions, logarithmic functions, inverse trigonometric functions, and hyperbolic functions, and related integrals. Prerequisite for calculus-based sciences.

HIST 2700

AS

US History to 1877

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

Examines the first half of the American experience, beginning with the Paleo-Indian cultures through Post-Civil War Reconstruction. Surveys social, political, cultural, and diplomatic developments throughout this period.

HIST 2710

AS

US History since 1877

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Examines the second half of the American experience, beginning with the collapse of Post-Civil War Reconstruction and concluding with contemporary American issues. Surveys social, political, cultural, and diplomatic developments during this period.

HIST 1700

AS

American Civilization

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Stresses movements and developing institutions that are important for an appreciation of American History from the Pre-Colombian period to the present. Discussions include analysis of developing political, economic, and social institutions and their interrelationships with, and impact upon, the geographical features of the land. Includes book reports, oral response, research papers, media presentations and applications to current events.

HIST 1740

AS

US Economic History

3:3:0

Fall, Spring

Studies economic development in America, with emphasis on resources, commerce, agriculture, capital, manufacturing, government, and labor organizations.

POLS 1000

AS

American Heritage

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Studies the founding of American constitutional government. Considers the cultural, economic, legal, political, and social ramifications of the Constitution of the United States.

POLS 1100

AS

American National Government

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Studies history and structure of American National Government, rights and responsibilities of citizens, political institutions, political processes, and governmental policies.

PHIL 2050

IH

Ethics and Values

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

ENGL 1010; ENGL 2010/ENGL 2020 highly recommended

Challenges students to (1) explore and clarify their values; (2) critically read works of philosophy, literature, religion, and history toward understanding the basis of their ethical views; and (3) read, study, research, discuss, and write about difficult ethical issues. Focuses on issues of good vs. evil, justice vs. injustice, equality vs. inequality, and the necessity of defining and examining happiness and values. Engages students in serious reflection on issues of ethics and values as they relate to the students' own lives.

HLTH 1100

TE

Personal Health and Wellness

2:2:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Examines the basic health wellness concept of good health through healthy living. Develops a greater appreciation for bodies and understanding of requirements to maintain or achieve good physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health. Includes lecture, discussion groups, guest lecturers, media, and role-playing.

PES 1097

FE

Fitness for Life

2:2:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Provides information, tools, and skills to aid students in engaging in an active, healthy lifestyle throughout life. Offers the opportunity to learn about exercise program design, physiological adaptations that underlie fitness, and strategies to maintain an active lifestyle across the lifespan. Features access to high quality exercise facilities. Requires participation in exercise 2-3 days per week outside of the scheduled class activities. Stresses comprehensive principles in health, wellness, physical activity, and fitness assessment. Canvas Course Mats $65/Pearson applies

COMM 1020

HH

Public Speaking

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Provides an introduction to basic concepts, theories, principles of oral communication as applied to a variety of speaking situations. Develops competence in oral communication through performance, the development of critical thinking skills, arrangement of ideas, and use of evidence and reasoning to support claims. Explains how culture influences what is considered effective public speaking. May be delivered online. Canvas Course Mats $78/McGraw applies

COMM 2110

SS

Interpersonal Communication

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Examines the role of communication in interpersonal relationships. Includes the history of interpersonal communication research and theory, and applications such as negotiation, conflict management, listening, and assertiveness. Canvas Course Mats $78/McGraw applies

PHYS 2210

PP

Physics for Scientists and Engineers I

4:4:1

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

MATH 1210

Corequisite(s):

PHYS 2215

A calculus-based treatment of introductory physics for scientists and engineers. Topics include mechanics, fluid physics, thermodynamics, vibrations, and waves. Includes 1 hour of recitation per week.

CHEM 1210

PP

Principles of Chemistry I

4:4:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

MATH 1050 or equivalent, also it is highly recommended to have prior chemistry experience in high school or in CHEM 1010 at UVU.

Corequisite(s):

CHEM 1215

First semester of a full-year course primarily for students in the physical and biological sciences and engineering. Covers fundamentals of chemistry including atoms, molecules, reactions, stoichiometry, chemical bonding, thermochemistry, and gas laws.

CHEM 1215

Principles of Chemistry I Laboratory

1:0:3

Fall, Spring, Summer

Corequisite(s):

CHEM 1210

Primarily for students in the physical and biological sciences and engineering. Introduces laboratory safety and chemical waste disposal practices. Teaches techniques of using standard laboratory equipment. Shows how to record laboratory data and prepare laboratory reports. Experiments follow topics in CHEM 1210. Course Lab fee of $39 applies.

ECE 2210

Fundamentals of Electric Circuit Analysis

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

MATH 1210, PHYS 2210

Corequisite(s):

ECE 2215

Studies fundamental electric circuit analysis techniques. Develops analysis techniques using Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalents, superposition, and phasors. Covers transient and steady-state time-domain analysis, and frequency analysis. Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.

ENGR 1000

Introduction to Engineering

3:3:0

Fall, Spring

Prerequisite(s): or Corequisite(s):

MATH 1060 or higher

Introduces engineering-problem-solving techniques, design processes, modelling of simple structural and mechanical systems using CAD, and systems analysis in Excel. Emphasizes engineering design procedures by incorporating group projects and presentations. Course Lab fee of $11 for computers applies. Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.

ENGR 1030

Engineering Programming

3:3:0

Fall, Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 1000

Corequisite(s):

MATH 1210

Involves modelling and analysis of electro-mechanical systems using Arduino projects. Includes programming in Matlab and C. Applies scientific principles to solve and model engineering problems. Involves developing and writing programs to gather data, guide, and control electro-mechanical devices to achieve predefined objectives. Course fee of $11 for supplies/materials applies.

ENGR 2010

Engineering Statics

3:3:0

Fall, Spring

Prerequisite(s):

MATH 1210

Corequisite(s):

PHYS 2210

Teaches principles of engineering mechanics as applied to bodies at rest. Discusses the concepts of position and force vectors, free body diagrams, equilibrium, center of gravity, centroids, distributed loading, friction, area and mass moments of inertia. Applies principles learned in the analysis of trusses, frames and machines. Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.

ENGR 2030

Engineering Dynamics

3:3:0

Fall, Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2010, MATH 1220, and PHYS 2210

Teaches principles of engineering mechanics as applied to bodies in motion. Studies kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies. Develops the concepts of force and acceleration, work, energy, impulse, momentum, impact, and vibration. Utilizes theory and methodology developed in the solution of practical engineering problems. Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.

ENGR 2140

Mechanics of Materials

3:3:0

Fall, Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2010 and PHYS 2210

Studies behavior of materials under axial, torsional, flexural, transverse shear and combined loading conditions. Analyzes nature of stress and strain for ductile and brittle materials, stress and strain diagrams, stress concentration, and failure of materials. Includes analysis of repeated and dynamic loading, and basic design techniques related to above topics. Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.

ENGR 2160

Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering

3:3:0

Fall

Prerequisite(s):

CHEM 1210

Introduces students to properties of materials from macro and micro point of view. Includes failure analysis of materials, altering properties of materials, and fracture mechanics. Introduces properties of solid materials and their behavior as applied to engineering. Lab access fee of $35 applies.

ENGR 2300

Engineering Thermodynamics

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

MATH 1220, PHYS 2210

Covers static pressure, phase diagrams, equations of state, and mass balance. Studies laws of thermodynamics and their application in engineering problem solving. Includes analysis of open and closed systems, steady state, and unsteady flow problems. Studies heat engine, refrigeration, and other important thermodynamic cycles. Discusses the concept of Entropy and Entropy balance. Lab access fee of $35 applies.

ENGR 2450

Computational Methods for Engineering Analysis

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 1030

Discusses computational and symbolic methods for the solution of complex engineering problems. Discusses computer representation of numbers and algorithm error analysis. Covers the solution of algebraic and differential equations. Includes the use of modern software tools. Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.

ME 3010

Linear Systems

3:3:0

Fall

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2030, MATH 2250, University Advanced Standing, and (Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Departmental Approval)

Covers analysis of linear systems in the time and frequency domains. Focuses on modeling and analysis of physical systems. Introduces Fourier and Laplace transforms. Includes a design component.

ME 3140

Machine Design

3:3:0

Fall

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2140, ENGR 2160, University Advanced Standing, and (Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Departmental Approval)

Presents methods for static and dynamic stress and failure analysis for mechanical systems. Teaches how to create machine design models and free-body diagrams, calculate stress, estimate deflection, select an appropriate failure theory, and design to prevent failure. Gives experience using commercial FEA software to create models of simple structures and machine components. Includes a design component.

ME 3210

Manufacturing Processes for Engineers

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2140, ENGR 2160, University Advanced Standing, and (Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Departmental Approval)

Introduces manufacturing processes, including machining, injection molding, casting, 3D printing, and forming. Introduces Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machining and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM).

ME 3310

Fluid Mechanics

3:3:0

Fall

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2030, University Advanced Standing, and (Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Departmental Approval)

Covers the fundamentals of fluid mechanics including fluid properties, fluid statics, the Bernoulli equation, fluid kinematics, the integral and differential analyses of fluid flow. Introduces dimensional analysis, similitude, and modeling. Covers viscous internal and external flows, and turbomachines. Includes a design component.

ME 3320

Heat Transfer

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

(ENGR 2300, ME 3310, or Departmental Approval) and University Advanced Standing

Focuses on the three modes of heat transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation. Introduces steady and unsteady heat conduction, convection heat transfer principles, forced and free internal and external convection flows. Covers radiation heat transfer, combined modes of heat transfer, and analysis and design of heat exchangers. Includes a design component.

ME 3335

Thermal/Fluid Experimentation

2:6:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

(ENGR 2300 or Departmental Approval) and University Advanced Standing

Corequisite(s):

ME 3320

Covers temperature, pressure, and flow measurement, along with calibration of thermal/fluid sensors in a lab setting. Focuses on experiments to investigate various phenomena in fluid flow, thermodynamics, and heat transfer. Investigates the performance of pumps, fans, and heat exchangers. Includes a writing component.

ME 4010

Automatic Controls

3:3:0

Fall

Prerequisite(s):

ME 3010 and University Advanced Standing

Covers analysis of control systems using Evans, Nyquist and Bodes methods. Introduces digital control and feedback compensation concepts for system performance improvement. Includes a design component.

ME 4015

Control and Vibration Experimentation

2:0:0

Fall

Prerequisite(s):

ME 4010 and University Advanced Standing

Introduces system modelling and characterization in the time and frequency domains, feedback and compensation, Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) control, control of velocity and position in a lab setting. Covers motion measurement, force measurement, free vibration, frequency response, impact response, noise, and signal processing. Includes a writing component.

ME 4410

Computer Aided Engineering

3:3:0

Fall

Prerequisite(s):

ME 3140, ME 3320 and University Advanced Standing

Covers the application of computer-aided engineering tools in design; 3-D geometry and solid modeling; finite element analysis, kinematic analysis, and other software in engineering analysis. Includes a design component.

ME 4510

Mechanical Engineering Seminar

1:0:0

Fall

Prerequisite(s):

University Advanced Standing

Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s):

ME 4810

Introduces various mechanical engineering careers and related industries. Emphasizes importance of life-long learning and active participation in professional societies and communities through lectures given by practicing engineers using their own experiences. Introduces various engineering codes of ethics. Intended as a culminating seminar for graduating seniors to prepare for their engineering careers.

ME 4810

Mechanical Engineering Capstone I

3:3:0

Fall

Prerequisite(s):

University Advanced Standing, Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program, and Departmental Approval

Serves as a comprehensive two-semester design experience from conception to modeling or prototype. Uses, where possible, multidisciplinary team application of the engineering design process along with project management, manufacturing methods and economic analysis. Culminates in a design review based on formal presentations of fully documented, detailed proposed designs. Capstone I and II must be taken in consecutive semesters.

ME 4820

Mechanical Engineering Capstone II

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ME 4810 and University Advanced Standing

Serves as a second semester of the two-semester design experience from conception to modeling or prototype. Uses, where possible, multidisciplinary team application of the engineering design process along with project management, manufacturing methods and economic analysis. Culminates in a demonstration of a final product (model or working prototype) with verification and documentation of how final product meets customer needs. Capstone I and II must be taken in consecutive semesters.

MATH 1220

Calculus II

5:5:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

MATH 1210 with a grade of C or higher

Includes integration techniques, arc length, area of a surface of revolution, moments and centers of mass, sequences and series, parametrization of curves and polar coordinates, vectors in 3-space, and quadric surfaces. Prerequisite for calculus-based sciences.

MATH 2210

Calculus III

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

MATH 1220 with a grade of C or higher

Includes partial derivatives, gradient, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, line integrals, Green's Theorem, surface integrals, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes' Theorem.

MATH 2250

Differential Equations and Linear Algebra

4:4:0

On Sufficient Demand

Prerequisite(s):

MATH 1220 with a grade of C or higher

For engineering students. Includes separable equations, linear differential equations, differential operators and annihilators, variation of parameters, Laplace transforms, systems of linear differential equations, and numerical methods. Introduces basic concepts of linear algebra including matrices, Gaussian elimination, determinants, linear independence, and eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

PHYS 2215

Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Lab

1:0:2

Fall, Spring, Summer

Designed to accompany PHYS 2210. Provides firsthand experience with the laws of mechanics, thermal physics, vibrations, and waves. Introduces methods of scientific data analysis. Course Lab fee of $15 applies.

PHYS 2220

PP

Physics for Scientists and Engineers II

4:4:1

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

PHYS 2210, MATH 1220

Corequisite(s):

PHYS 2225

A continuation of PHYS 2210. Covers electricity and magnetism, inclusive of Maxwell's equations. Develops theory of electromagnetic waves and optics. Presents introductory electronics and modern physics topics. Includes one hour of recitation.

PHYS 2225

Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Lab

1:0:2

Fall, Spring, Summer

Designed to accompany PHYS 2220. Verifies through laboratory experience the laws of electricity and magnetism, electric circuits, and optics. Principles of data collection and analysis are emphasized. Course Lab fee of $15 applies.

ME 3130

Kinematics

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2030, University Advanced Standing, and (Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Departmental Approval)

Covers the analysis of dynamic mechanisms including: relative motion of links in mechanisms; velocities and accelerations of machine parts; rolling contact; cams; and synthesis of mechanisms. Introduces computer-aided engineering techniques for mechanism analysis. Includes a design component.

ME 3160

Intermediate Materials

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2140, ENGR 2160, University Advanced Standing, and (Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Departmental Approval)

Teaches in further depth the mechanical behavior of engineering materials including metals, woods, plastics, ceramics and composites. Looks at characteristics, failure mechanisms, and designing with various engineering materials.

ME 3170

Introduction to Plastics and Composites

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2140, ENGR 2160, CHEM 1210, MATH 2250, University Advanced Standing, and (Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Departmental Approval)

Introduces the structure, processing, properties and uses of plastic and composite materials. Surveys manufacturing methods. Teaches the use of plastic and composite materials in various products.

ME 3300

Applied Thermodyamics

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2300, University Advanced Standing, and (Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Departmental Approval)

Introduces thermodynamic analysis and design of vapor, gas, refrigeration and heat pump systems, along with exergy analysis. Covers thermodynamic relations, ideal gas mixture and psychometric applications, reacting mixtures, and combustion. Includes a design component.

ME 4180

Compliant Mechanisms

3:3:0

On Sufficient Demand

Prerequisite(s):

ME 3130, ME 3140, and University Advanced Standing

Covers the design and analysis of compliant mechanisms and compliant structures. Includes largedeflection analysis/force displacement relationships, prediction of failure of compliant members, and synthesis of compliant mechanisms. Includes a design component.

ME 4380

Design of Thermal/Fluid Systems

3:3:0

On Sufficient Demand

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2300, ME 3320, and University Advanced Standing

Applies the principles of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer to the design of conventional and emerging thermal/fluid systems. Includes lectures and design projects.

ME 4390

Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning Design

3:3:0

On Sufficient Demand

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2300, ME 3320, and University Advanced Standing

Covers air conditioning components and systems, moist air properties and conditioning processes. Covers indoor environmental quality indicators, space heating and cooling load calculations, and building energy consumption estimation. Focuses on water- and air-system design, refrigerants and refrigeration systems. Includes lectures and design projects.

ME 4420

Finite Element Methods

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

ENGR 2140, ME 3320 and University Advanced Standing

Covers discrete approximation of engineering problems, energy and weighted residual methods, and coordinate systems and mapping. Focuses on one-, two-, and three-dimensional formulation of problems in solid and fluid mechanics and heat transfer, time-dependent problems, and optimization techniques.

ME 4550

Global Engineering

3:3:0

Spring

Prerequisite(s):

University Advanced Standing and Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Department Approval

Focuses on importance of issues associated with global product development including product development needs in unfamiliar cultures, managing distributed design teams and manufacturing at remote and/or distributed sites. Introduces first-hand how global companies approach these issues.

ME 490R

Advanced Current Topics in Mechanical Engineering

1:0:3

On Sufficient Demand

Prerequisite(s):

University Advanced Standing and Formal Acceptance into the Mechanical Engineering Program or Department Approval

Provides exposure to emerging topics and technologies of current interest in mechanical engineering. Varies each semester depending upon the state of technology. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits toward graduation without prior written department approval.

ECE 3710

Applied Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

MATH 1210 and University Advanced Standing

Studies probability and statistical theory with an emphasis on engineering and computer science applications. Covers descriptive statistics, discrete and continuous random variables, probability distributions, hypothesis testing, expectation, estimation, ANOVA testing, and regression analysis. Includes computer analysis of data and simulation. Software fee of $10 applies. Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.

TECH 3400

Project Management

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

University Advanced Standing

Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s):

Computer Literacy

Teaches the fundamental principles, processes, and techniques of project management. Includes a systems approach to planning, scheduling, and controlling projects. Focuses on effective processes for managing projects across multiple disciplines/industries and varying management structures. Introduces project management tools that can be used to guide and manage individual and multiple projects. May be delivered hybrid and/or online.

TECH 3850

Quality Assurance in Technology

3:3:0

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prerequisite(s):

[(TECH 3000 and STAT 1040 or STAT 1045) or advisor approval] and University Advanced Standing

Involves a comprehensive approach to quality management related to technical professions. Includes ISO 9000, application of 6 Sigma practices, continuous process/product improvement, best practices, statistical methods, performance measurements, management of supplier partnerships, cost of poor quality, leadership and employee involvement, quality function deployment and global quality initiatives. Assists in preparing students for the relevant professional certifications for career enhancement.