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MANUFACTURING AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(EGR-Engineering and Applied Science)
- 141 Introduction to Engineering Design (1)
- Provides a basic understanding of the design process, problem definition, synthesis, analysis, and manufacturing. Students work in teams on an open-ended design project that considers real-world constraints, such as economical and societal factors. Introduces the engineering work environment and professional ethics.
- MPT 143 Engineering Design and Computer Graphics (3)
- Study and use of fundamental graphical concepts and theories as applied to engineering. Graphical communication through the use of basic engineering drawing, various projection techniques, limit dimensioning and geometric tolerancing. Problem solving through the use of descriptive geometry and vector analysis. Introduction to computer-aided design using AutoCAD. Corequisite: CSA 163 or equivalent. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- MPF, MPT 161 Perspectives in Technology (3)
- Addresses three aspects of technology: engineering-design method that includes mathematical modeling, computer simulation, and design of experiments; implications, limitations, and trade-offs of technology and impact on society; and the decision-making process and responsibilities of educated citizens in modern society. Prerequisite: high school algebra. V. Offered infrequently.
- 201 Technology, History and Society (1)
- Study of the interrelationship among technology, history and society. Focuses on areas of technology that affect everyday life such as shelter, food production and energy. Cross-listed with HST 201.
- MPT 203 Electric Circuit Analysis (4)
- Study of electric circuits and networks with emphasis on industrial applications. Includes resistive circuits, first-order transients, and sinusoidal steady state. Study of the principles and analysis of polyphase distribution circuits. Corequisite: PHY 182, MTH 245. 3 Lec. 1 Lab.
- MPT 211 Static Modeling of Mechanical Systems (3)
- Introduction to mechanics. Study of the theory and application of the mechanics of rigid bodies in equilibrium. Prerequisite: EGR 143, MTH 151. Corequisite: PHY 181.
- 223 Engineering Materials (3)
- Study of metals, ceramics, and plastics; dependence of properties on structure; selection and application of engineering materials. Corequisite: CHM 141. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- 231 Manufacturing Processes (3)
- Introduction to a wide variety of manufacturing processes with emphasis on process modeling and laboratory measurement of process conditions and product variables. Consideration of relations among material properties, process settings, tooling features, and product attributes. Design and implementation of a process for manufacture of a given component. Prerequisite: EGR 211, 223. Corequisite: STA 368. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- MPT 251 Automation, Technology, and Society (3)
- Examines the use and impact of automation and technology on society. Students discuss and engage in the design and implementation of automated systems such as computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and robotics as they impact on the present and future workplace. Projects, research papers, and laboratory reports address current issues. Cross-listed with ENT 251. Prerequisite: EGR 161 or permission of instructor. Offered infrequently.
- 287 Digital Systems Design (4)
- Topics include switching algebra and switching functions, logic design of combinational and sequential circuits using TTL, combinational logic design with MSI and LSI, busing, flip-flops, registers, counters, programmable logic devices, memory devices, register-level design, and microcomputer system organization. Students must show competency in the computer-aided design (CAD) and laboratory implementation of digital systems. 3 Lec. 2 Lab. Prerequisite: CSA 174 or equivalent. Cross-listed with CSA 287.
- MPT 303 Computer-Aided Experimentation (3)
- In-depth study of theory and application of instrumentation and experimentation; components and concepts of computer-machine interface systems; design of computer-controlled experimentation for real-time measurement, monitoring and control of automated-industrial processes. Prerequisite: EGR 203, 211, STA 368. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- 304 Electronics (3)
- Analysis and design of electronic circuits and subsystems. Frequency response and feedback in small signal amplifiers. Study of field effect transistors, unijunction transistors, silicon-controlled rectifiers, DIACs, TRIACs, and optoelectronic devices. Operational amplifier applications. Prerequisite: EGR 203. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- 306 Instrumentation and Control (3)
- Study of second order circuits and Laplace transformation principles, Bode Plots and pole-zero plots, topological and sensitivity analysis, hybrid and transmission parameters, transducers and sensors, voltage control and speed control. Prerequisite: EGR 203, MTH 245, PHY 182.
- MPT 311 Dynamic Modeling of Mechanical Systems (3)
- Displacement, velocity, and acceleration of a particle; relations between forces acting on a rigid body and changes in motion produced; translation; rotation, plane motion. Solutions using principles of force, mass, and acceleration; work and energy; and impulse and momentum. Prerequisite: EGR 211, MTH 251.
- 312 Mechanics of Materials (3)
- Elastic relationships between external forces acting on deformable bodies and resulting stresses and deformations. Theory, analysis, and applications of these relationships. Prerequisite: EGR 211.
- MPT 313 Fluid Mechanics (3)
- Fundamentals and application of the mechanics of fluids including properties, statics and dynamics of fluids, dimensional analysis and similitude, steady state flow, and topics in compressible flow. Prerequisite: MTH 251, PHY 182 and either PSE 204 or EGR 211, or permission of instructor. Cross-listed with PSE 313.
- 314 Engineering Thermodynamics (3)
- Study of the fundamental principles of thermodynamics. Emphasis placed on engineering applications such as power cycles, refrigeration, and heat transfer systems. Prerequisite: MTH 251, PHY 182. Cross-listed with PSE 314.
- 320 Professional Practice (0)
- Students participating in the manufacturing engineering co-op program register for this course during semesters when they are away from Oxford on work assignment. This enables students to remain in good standing with the University Registrar.
- MPT 334 Quality Planning and Control (3)
- Study of principles and techniques of precision linear measurement, analysis of these measurements, design of experiments, total quality management concepts and applications in the manufacturing environment. Philosophy, structure, and implementation of quality assurance programs. Prerequisite: EGR 231, STA 368, or equivalent industrial experience. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- 341 Engineering Economics (3)
- Engineering economic decisions; break-even and minimum cost analysis; engineering methods of resource allocation; concepts of interest; time evaluation of tactical and strategic alternatives. Prerequisite: ECO 201, MTH 151. Corequisite: STA 368. Cross-listed with PSE 341.
- 411 Machine and Tool Design (4)
- Applications of fundamental engineering principles for implementing all phases of the design of machines and tooling, including economic and manufacturability considerations. Emphasis on design, analysis, and engineering judgment. Prerequisite: EGR 231, 312. 3 Lec. 1 Lab.
- 431 Engineering Cost Analysis (3)
- Topics in engineering cost analysis, including value analysis, prediction of engineering and manufacturing costs, and techniques of technological cost control. Prerequisite: EGR 231, 341 or equivalent industrial experience.
- 434 Advanced Manufacturing (3)
- In-depth study of the planning and method of selection and sequencing of various chip generating and assembly processes in order to produce a product with the highest usable quality at the lowest cost. Workplace design, assembly, and inspection features and positioning devices analyzed. Advanced techniques involving robotics and computers used in developing manufacturing processes. Prerequisite: EGR 231. Corequisite: EGR 334. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- 435 Manufacturing Topics (3)
- An in-depth study of the proper selection and sequencing of manufacturing equipment and their integration into overall manufacturing methods to process a product incorporating the most recent manufacturing techniques with the highest usable quality, at the lowest cost. Prerequisite: EGR 334. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- 436 Control of Dynamic Systems (3)
- An in-depth study of the theory, design, and analysis of feedback control of dynamic systems. Integrate the problem-solving techniques and concepts of electric circuits and computer-aided experimentation into the design and construction of programmable-logic based control systems and its application in modern manufacturing systems. Design methodologies applied in lab exercises and short-term design projects. Prerequisite: EGR 303. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- 437 Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Systems (3)
- In-depth study of theory, design, and application of computer-controlled manufacturing systems. Applications of advanced technologies including adaptive-control, automated materials handling and flexible manufacturing systems. Prerequisite: EGR 303, 434. 2 Lec. 1 Lab.
- MPC 448-449 Senior Design Project (2, 1-2)
- Student teams, with varied academic backgrounds, conduct major open-ended research/design projects. Elements of the design process are considered as well as real-world constraints, such as economic and societal factors, marketability, ergonomics, safety, aesthetics, and ethics. 448: feasibility studies performed; 449: implementation, testing, and production of design. Nonmajors can register for 3-4 credits; (448) 2 credits, (449) 1-2 credits. Prerequisite: senior standing in student's major.
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