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300. Engineering Instrumentation and Measurement (2)

Prerequisites: MATH 224, PHYS 151, PHYS 152 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Statistical analysis of experimental data, uncertainty analysis, various statistical distributions and test of goodness of fit, correlation coefficient and multivariable regression. Engineering instrumentation include types of passive/active transducers, electronics for instrumentation, computer-based data acquisition, and experiments on pressure, temperature, force measurements.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 1 hour, Laboratory 3 hours)

305. Numerical Methods in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 205 and MATH 370A all with a grade of "C" or better.
Roots of linear and nonlinear algebraic equations. Solutions of simultaneous linear algebraic equations. Parametric notation of analytical curves and surfaces. Numerical interpolation and splines. Numerical integration and differentiation. Numerical solution of differential equations, initial-value and boundary-value problems. Individual and/or group projects.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours). Same course as MAE 305H. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 305H.

305H. Numerical Methods in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 205 and MATH 370A all with a grade of "C" or better.
Roots of linear and nonlinear algebraic equations. Solutions of simultaneous linear algebraic equations. Parametric notation of analytical curves and surfaces. Numerical interpolation and splines. Numerical integration and differentiation. Numerical solution of differential equations, initial-value and boundary-value problems. Individual and/or group projects.
Letter grade only (A-F). MAE 305H is open only to students in the Engineering Honors Program. Additional assignments/projects adding depth to the course materials required for Engineering Honors students. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 305. (Lecture-problems 3 hours)

322. Engineering Materials and Materials Processes (3)

Prerequisites: CHEM 111A, MATH 123, MAE 172 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Structure and properties of engineering materials. Phase and transformation diagrams. Heat treatments and mechanical processing. Manufacturing methods of metals. alloys, polymers, composites, ceramics, and semiconductors.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours)

330. Engineering Thermodynamics I (3)

Prerequisites: MATH 224, PHYS 151 or equivalent, and CHEM 111A all with a grade of "C" or better or consent of instructor.
Laws of thermodynamics. Properties of liquids, gases and vapors. Sources of energy and conversion to work. Introduction to heat transfer and psychrometry.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours). Same course as MAE 330H. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 330H.

330H. Engineering Thermodynamics I (3)

Prerequisites: MATH 224, PHYS 151 or equivalent, and CHEM 111A all with a grade of "C" or better or consent of instructor.
Laws of thermodynamics. Properties of liquids, gases and vapors. Sources of energy and conversion to work. Introduction to heat transfer and psychrometry.
Letter grade only (A-F). MAE 330H is open only to students in the Engineering Honors Program. Additional assignments/projects adding depth to the course materials required for Engineering Honors students. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 330. (Lecture-problems 3 hours)

333. Engineering Fluid Dynamics (3)

Prerequisites: CE 205, MATH 370A all with a grade of "C" or better.
Fluid statics. Formulation of the conservation of mass, momentum and energy using finite control volume analysis and differential analysis. Dimensional analysis. Viscous flow in pipes.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours)

334. Aerodynamics I (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 333 with a grade of "C" or better.
The Bernoulli equation. Incompressible inviscid flow. Flow around circular cylinder, flow around thin airfoils. Panel method. Incompressible flow about wings of finite span. Vortex lattice method.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours).

336. Power Plant Design (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 330 with a grade of "C" or better.
Design of power production systems, including steam power plants, gas turbines and auxiliary power units. Survey of alternate power sources including wind, solar, geothermal, ocean thermal and biomass. Group and/or individual design projects.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

337. Thermal Engineering Laboratory (2)

Prerequisite: MAE 336 with a grade of "C" or better.
Thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid flow property measurements, measurement of heating value of fuels, energy and performance analysis of thermal systems, including internal combustion engines, power and heat generating systems, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, and heat exchangers.
(Lecture-problems 1 hour, Laboratory 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

350. Flight Mechanics (3)

Prerequisite: CE 205 with a grade of "C" or better.
Turbojets: level and other flights in the vertical plane, turning flight in the horizontal plane. Piston props: level and other flights in the vertical plane, turning flight in the horizontal plane. Performance analysis and design examples.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours). Letter grade only (A-F).

361. Materials and Properties Laboratory (1)

Prerequisites: ENGL 100 or GE Composition (Area A1), MAE 300, 322, 373 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Study of the effects of thermal processing and mechanical processing on the properties and microstructures of metals, alloys, and other materials. Determination of material properties using tensile test, torsion test, and beam test. Study of the statistical nature and reliability of test results.
(Laboratory 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

365. Aerospace Structures I (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 373 with a grade of "C" or better.
Mechanical behavior of aerospace materials. Torsion of thin walled section beams. Bending and torsion of advanced beams. Analysis of stiffened box beams. Load transfer in stiffened panel structures. Failure criteria of aerospace materials.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

371. Analytical Mechanics II (Dynamics) (3)

Prerequisites: CE 205, MAE 205 or CE 206 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Newton's Laws and the principles of work and energy and impulse and momentum applied to the study of particle and rigid body motion. Engineering application with emphasis on plane motion problems. Individual and/or group projects involving in-depth numerical analysis.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as MAE 371H. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 371H.

371H. Analytical Mechanics II (Dynamics) (3)

Prerequisites: CE 205, MAE 205 or CE 206 and 206L all with a grade of "C" or better.
Newton's Laws and the principles of work and energy and impulse and momentum applied to the study of particle and rigid body motion. Engineering application with emphasis on plane motion problems. Individual and/or group projects involving in-depth numerical analysis.
Letter grade only (A-F). MAE 371H is open only to students in the Engineering Honors Program. Additional assignments/projects adding depth to the course materials required for Engineering Honors students. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 371. (Lecture-problems 3 hours)

373. Mechanics of Deformable Bodies (3)

Prerequisite: CE 205 with a grade of "C" or better.
Application of the principles of mechanics to the design of structural and machine members and connections; stress analysis of beams and columns. Properties and strength of engineering materials. Design projects.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as MAE 373H. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 373H.

373H. Mechanics of Deformable Bodies (3)

Prerequisite: CE 205 with a grade of "C" or better.
Application of the principles of mechanics to the design of structural and machine members and connections; stress analysis of beams and columns. Properties and strength of engineering materials. Design projects.
Letter grade only (A-F). MAE 373H is open only to students in the Engineering Honors Program. Additional assignments/projects adding depth to the course materials required for Engineering Honors students. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 373. (Lecture-problems 3 hours)

374. Mechanical Properties of Materials Laboratory (1)

Prerequisites:ENGL 100 or equivalent, MAE 373, and MAE 300 all with a grade of "C" or better or consent of instructor
Physical and mechanical properties of engineering materials and their relationship to structural elements; accuracy of measurements; statistical analysis of experimental data; professional laboratory reports.
(Laboratory 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

375. Kinematics and Dynamics of Mechanisms (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 272, MAE 371 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Fundamentals of kinematics and dynamics of mechanisms, including structural and mobility considerations; graphical and analytical methods for linkage synthesis and position, velocity and acceleration analysis; cams and gears; analysis of combined static and dynamic forces in mechanisms.
(Lecture-problems 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

376. Modeling and Analysis of Dynamic Systems (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 371; MATH 370A all with a grade of "C" or better.
Modeling and analysis of dynamic systems including mechanical, electrical, electro–mechanical, and hydraulic systems. Use of complex algebra and Laplace transforms. Mathematical modeling of dynamic systems in state–space. Linear systems analysis in time and frequency domains. Introduction to feedback control systems.
(Lecture–problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

381. Fundamentals of Spacecraft Dynamics (3)

Prerequisites: PHYS 152 or EE 210 and EE 210L, MATH 370A, and MAE 371, all with a grade of "C" or better.
Space environments and their impact on spacecraft design. Space mission engineering. Spacecraft propulsion. Attitude dynamics and kinematics. Controls. Spacecraft attitude determination and control.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours). Letter grade only (A-F).

390. Aerospace Engineering Seminar (1)

Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Advanced skills capstone course introducing effective oral and written communication techniques. Speakers from industry present professional practice, social responsibilities, ethical issues and latest developments in aerospace engineering. Student teams write reports and make oral presentations on topics in aerospace engineering.
(Seminar 1 hour) Letter grade only (A-F).

408./508. Systems Engineering and Integration (3)

Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of instructor.
Introduction to tools and methods employed by systems engineers in aerospace industry. Development of system functions, requirements, verification and validation, and interfaces in the context of integrated product teams and the product life cycle. Trade studies and risk management.
(Lecture-Problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

409A. Finite Element Methods I (3)

Prerequisites: Senior standing in engineering and consent of instructor.

Finite element methods for beam and truss elements. Systems of ordinary differential equations in a finite element formulation. Static and dynamic analysis of complex structures. Rigid elements in an elastic environment. Solid modeling for 1D, 2D, 3D structures using IDEAS.

(Lecture-problems 3 hours.) Letter grade only (A-F).

422./522. Composite Materials (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 373 with a grade of "C" or better.
Stress-strain relations for anisotropic materials. Classical lamination theory. Strength and failure theories for laminae and laminates. Micromechanics. Applications of composite structures. Additional projects will be required for MAE 522.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

431. Heat Transfer Systems Design (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 305, MAE 330; CE 335 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Analysis of heat transfer by conduction, convection and radiation. Investigation of steady state and transient heat transfer systems. Computer methods. Individual-group design projects problems in heat transfer such as electronic packaging, heat exchangers, heat engines, refrigerators, and thermal systems analysis.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

434. Aerodynamics II (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 334 with a grade of "C" or better.
Compressible flows. Subsonic and supersonic flows around airfoils and wings. Two-dimensional, incompressible boundary layers. Introduction to computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Aerodynamic design considerations. Projects are assigned and written reports are required.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours). Letter grade only (A-F).

435./535. Computational Fluid Dynamics I (3)

Prerequisites: MATH 370A, MAE 333 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Numerical methods for elliptic, parabolic, and hyperbolic equations, finite difference and volume methods, analysis of consistency, stability, and convergence, panel method, modeling and computation of boundary layer flows, full potential equation, grid generation, application to inviscid and viscous subsonic, transonic/supersonic flows.
(Lecture-Problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

438. Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 330, CE 335 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Basic HVAC system calculations. Thermodynamics and psychometrics, design conditions and load estimating, residential and non-residential heating and cooling load calculations, energy estimating methods, duct and pipe siding, and life cycle costs.
(Lecture-Problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

440. Aerodynamics Laboratory (1)

Prerequisites: MAE 300 and MAE 334 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Experimental techniques in aerodynamics, wind tunnel measurements, use of Pitot tube, hot wire and Laser Doppler Velocimetry systems, flow visualization techniques, calbration of transducers. Computer controlled data acquisition and analysis. Projects are assigned and written reports and oral presentations are required.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Laboratory 3 hours)

451./551. Aircraft Preliminary Design and Performance (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 334, MAE 350 all with a grade of "C" or better, or consent of instructor.
Complete aircraft preliminary design, including mission definition, specifications, and regulations. Preliminary takeoff weight and weight empty for a mission. Aircraft geometric characteristics are developed. Detailed aerodynamic data are estimated and used to calculate aircraft performance. Individual projects required for MAE 551.
The design project is conducted in teams for MAE 451 and individually for MAE 551. (Lecture-Design Project 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

452. Propulsion (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 330 and MAE 334 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Simple gas turbine cycle. Heat exchange and reheat gas turbine cycles. Gas turbine components. Ideal and actual thrust development in gas turbines. Principles of rocket engines. Solid, liquid and hybrid fuel rockets. Thrust and control in rockets.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

453. Stability and Control of Aerospace Vehicles (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 350 or equivalent all with a grade of "C" or better.
Corequisite: MAE 334.
Physical dependence of airplane stability/control characteristics on airplane configuration and flight condition. Equations for static longitudinal, lateral and directional stability of airplanes. Neutral points, control effectiveness, trim in maneuvering flight. Configuration determinants. Transient modes. Additional Projects for MAE 553.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as MAE 453H. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 453H.

453H. Stability and Control of Aerospace Vehicles (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 350 or equivalent all with a grade of "C" or better.
Corequisite: MAE 334.
Physical dependence of airplane stability/control characteristics on airplane configuration and flight condition. Equations for static longitudinal, lateral and directional stability of airplanes. Neutral points, control effectiveness, trim in maneuvering flight. Configuration determinants. Transient modes.
Letter grade only (A-F). MAE 453H is open only to students in the Engineering Honors Program. Additional assignments/projects adding depth to the course materials required for Engineering Honors students. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 453. (Lecture-problems 3 hours)

454. Avionics Systems (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 453 with a grade of "C" or better.
Avionics systems requirements definition and design. Systems used for guidance and navigation. Components of avionics systems (software, integrated circuits, devices, etc.). Integration of optics and electronics. Testing and certification.
(Lecture-Problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

459. Professional Practice Seminar (1)

Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of instructor.
Professional, social and moral responsibilities of engineers. Examination of ethical and legal issues, including intellectual property rights and regulatory codes and practices. Students are encouraged to participate in professional societies and attend professional seminars. Licensure is emphasized.
(Lecture-Problems 1 hour) Letter grade only (A-F).

465. Aerospace Structures II (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 365 with a grade of "C" or better.
Fracture mechanics. Fatigue failure. Structural stability. Elementary aeroelasticity. Energy principles. Finite element methods of aerospace structural analysis. Application of finite element computer programs. Projects are assigned and written reports are required.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours). Letter grade only (A-F).

471. Design and Analysis of Mechanical Engineering Systems I (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 373 and MAE 375 all with a grade of "C" or better.
First course in a two-course integrative learning capstone design sequence. Topics include: the design process; design and selection of mechanical components; and written/oral communication. Students begin design projects in teams and progress through the preliminary stages of the design process.
(Lecture-problems 2 hours, Laboratory 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

472. Design and Analysis of Mechanical Engineering Systems II (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 330, MAE 471 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Second course in a two-course integrative learning capstone design sequence. Topics include detailed engineering analysis, design decisions, fabrication of prototypes, and written/oral communication. Student teams complete design project started in MAE 471, culminating in a final design solution. Teamwork Required.
(Lecture-problems 2 hours, Laboratory 3 hours). Letter grade only (A-F).

474./574. Computer–Aided Manufacturing (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 322, MAE 490A all with a grade of "C" or better.
Fundamental concepts in automation. High volume discrete parts production systems. Numerical control manufacturing systems. Computer process monitoring. Direct digital control. Group techniques. Flexible manufacturing systems.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-Problems 2 hours, Laboratory 3 hours)

476. Mechanical Control Systems I (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 376 with a grade of "C" or better.
Feedback control systems in mechanical engineering. Modeling, analysis, and design. System performance and design criteria: stability, transient response, frequency response and compensation, root locus. Introduction to nonlinear control systems, state space analysis and design.
(Lecture-problems 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as MAE 476H. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 476H.

476H. Mechanical Control Systems I (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 376 with a grade of "C" or better.
Feedback control systems in mechanical engineering. Modeling, analysis, and design. System performance and design criteria: stability, transient response, frequency response and compensation, root locus. Introduction to nonlinear control systems, state space analysis and design.
Letter grade only (A-F). MAE 476H is open only to students in the Engineering Honors Program. Additional assignments/projects adding depth to the course materials required for Engineering Honors students. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 476. (Lecture-problems 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours)

478. Aerospace System Design I (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 334, MAE 365, and MAE 381 all with a grade of "C" or better.
Corequisite: MAE 434, MAE 465, or MAE 481.
First course in a two-course integrative learning capstone design sequence. Customer specifications are articulated in a proposal. Student teams define system requirements and work through preliminary design. Extensive design reviews (oral presentations) and written reports required.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-Design Project 2 hours, Laboratory 3 hours)

479. Aerospace Systems Design II (2)

Prerequisite: MAE 478 with a grade of "C" or better.
Second course in a two-course integrative learning capstone design sequence. Team projects started in MAE 478 are completed. Design for manufacturing. System evaluation verification and validation. Aerospace engineering ethics. Extensive design reviews (oral presentations) and written reports are required.
(Lecture-Design Project 1 hour, Laboratory 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

481. Spacecraft Systems (3)

Prerequisite: MAE 381 with a grade of "C" or better.
Systems engineering approach to spacecraft design. Spacecraft systems engineering and spacecraft and power subsystem. Radiative and conductive heat transfer. Thermal control subsystem. Telecommunications. Command and data handling. Team projects including spacecraft subsystem design are assigned. Written reports and oral presentations are required.
(Lecture-Problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

483. Space Flight and Orbital Mechanics (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 381 with a grade of "C" or better.
Two-body problem. Predicting orbital positions. Kepler's equation. Orbital elements. Lambert's problem. Rocket dynamics. Rocket payloads and staging. Impulsive orbital transfer. Interplanetary mission analysis. Projects are assigned and written reports are required.
(Lecture-problems 3 hours). Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as MAE 483H. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 483H.

483H. Space Flight and Orbital Mechanics (3)

Prerequisites: MAE 381 with a grade of "C" or better.
Two-body problem. Predicting orbital positions. Kepler's equation. Orbital elements. Lambert's problem. Rocket dynamics. Rocket payloads and staging. Impulsive orbital transfer. Interplanetary mission analysis. Projects are assigned and written reports are required.
Letter grade only (A-F). MAE 483H is open only to students in the Engineering Honors Program. Additional assignments/projects adding depth to the course materials required for Engineering Honors students. Not open for credit to students with credit in MAE 483. (Lecture-problems 3 hours)

490. Selected Topics in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (3)

Prerequisites: Senior standing in engineering and consent of instructor.
Selected topics from recent advances in mechanical and aerospace engineering. Content may vary from semester to semester.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics. (Lecture-problems 3 hours) Letter grade only (A-F).

A. CAD/CAM
Prerequisites: MAE 172; MAE 272 or MAE 350; MAE 322 or MAE 365; and MAE 373; upper-division standing or consent of instructor.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ME 405A.

B. Robotics Principles
Prerequisites: MAE 371, MAE 376; upper-division standing or consent of instructor.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ME 405B.

C. Energy and Resource Management (3)
Prerequisites: MAE 330 and MAE 431 all with a grade of "C" or better.

F. Petroleum Engineering
Prerequisites: Senior standing in engineering or science.

G. Mechatronics Systems Design
Prerequisites: (EE 202 and EE 346) or (MAE 300 and MAE 376) all with a grade of "C" or better or consent of instructor.
Same course as EE 442. Not open for credit to students with credit in: EE 442.

491. Special Problems (1-3)

Prerequisite: Senior standing.
Assigned topics in technical literature or laboratory projects and reports on same.
Requires consultation with the respective program's undergraduate advisor and submission of an Agreement for Independent Study form as a contract for the project and submission of a Special Problems Permission form each semester of enrollment. Instructor permission is required. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in different semesters. Letter grade only (A-F).


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