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ME 3701:Manufacturing Engineering 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGR 3131 , ENGR 3343 , ME 3410 and Engineering Standing
This course introduces the fundamentals and applications of major manufacturing processes, their capabilities, analysis, selection and economics. It establishes the technical knowledge for the selection, designing, and planning of manufacturing processes such as casting, deformation process, material removal process and polymer processes.
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ME 4141:Machine Design I 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGR 3131 and Engineering Standing
The fundamentals of mechanical engineering design to analyze, design and /or select components which are commonly used in the design of complete mechanical systems for structural integrity, reliability, and cost considerations are detailed. The course focuses on static loading and fatigue failure of mechanical elements, including shafts and rolling-element bearings, bolted and permanent connections, springs, brakes, cylinders, gears and flexible elements.
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ME 4201:Senior Design I 1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ME 3201 , ME 3440 , ME 4250 and Engineering Standing
Part 1 of a two-course senior design capstone project for mechanical engineering. Students will form teams, define design projects, and write a proposal. Students will also begin preparation for FE Exam.
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ME 4202:Senior Design II 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ME 4201 and Engineering Standing
Part 2 of a two-course senior design capstone project for mechanical engineering. Synthesis and analysis of an open-ended mechanical engineering design project, including written and oral communication. Students will also be prepared to take the FE exam.
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ME 4250:Computer Aided Engineering 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: EDG 1211 , ENGR 3343 , ENGR 3131 and Engineering Standing
This course introduces engineering software tools and techniques for computer modeling and simulation of mechanical components, products and systems. It introduces students to techniques common to various industries including biomedical, aviation, automobile, HVAC, etc. such as meshing and computer simulations based on finite element and computational fluid dynamics (finite volume) analyses.
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ME 4400:Directed Study 1-4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and department chair
This course covers special topics and seminars of an advanced nature, external to regular course offerings that allow a student to work individually with an instructor. A Directed Study may include original research projects and/or practicum experiences.
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ME 4403:Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics Lab 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ME 3440 and Engineering Standing
This is a laboratory course designed to complement the thermodynamics and heat transfer lecture courses. The lab experiments are set up to provide practical experience in thermal sciences area including heat transfer modes, thermodynamics power and refrigeration cycles. Emphasis will also be placed on thermal measurements, data interpretation and report writing.
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ME 4490:Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering 1-4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Engineering Standing and approval of the instructor and department chair.
Non-Engineering majors: Permission of instructor and the department chair.
This course covers advanced level special topics of interest to faculty and students that are not in the regular course offerings. This course may be taken more than once.
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ME 4501:Vibrations & Controls Lab 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGR 3125 and ME 3501 (can be taken concurrently) and Engineering Standing
This is a laboratory course designed to complement the vibrations and controls topics also covered in lecture courses. Experimental study of one, two, and more degrees of freedom vibration, including effects of damping, free and forced vibrations, translational and torsional vibrations. Implementation of proportional, integral, and/or derivative control of dynamic systems.
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MET 1000:Mechanical Engineering Technology Orientation 1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
An introduction to career opportunities in the Mechanical Engineering Technologies; familiarization with college and departmental policies, curriculum, and facilities.
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MET 1311:Manufacturing Processes 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
An introduction to industrial manufacturing processes used for converting raw materials into finished products. Various processes, machinery, and operations will be examined with emphasis placed on understanding engineering materials and processing parameters that influence design considerations, product quality, and production costs.
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MET 1321:Machining and Welding 1 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 1311 (or concurrently)
An introduction to the use and operation of selected industrial machinery, various machining operations, selected welding processes and precision measuring instruments. Laboratory projects will emphasize safety and apply selected manufacturing processes, various inspection processes, fixturing and engineering materials.
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MET 2290:Special Topics for MET 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Consent of the Department Chair
Special topics selected by the program. Offered on a demand basis.
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MET 2322:Metrology and CNC Machining 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: EDG 1211
This course is an introduction to the use and operation of selected Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) machine tools and to Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing (GD&T). Laboratory projects will apply selected manufacturing processes, GD&T and CNC programming logic. Emphasis is placed on the following: safety, operational planning, design considerations, bonus tolerance, virtual condition, work holding requirements and manufacturing problems associated with engineering materials.
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MET 2501:Engineering Computation using Matlab 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGT 2124 or ENGR 2214
This course provides an introduction to computation in the context of engineering problem solving. In this course, the fundamental tenets of computer programming will be placed into the context of MATLAB, a user-friendly language for engineers. It employs hands on exercises, examples from the world of engineering, and a variety core tools to increase general proficiency and capability in the computer programming, preparing students to fluidly adapt learned programming concepts to other languages. After teaching the linear, algebra, an introduction to computer programming with MATLAB, including flow charts, loops, condition statements, and functions, is given. Basic numerical methods, including numerical integration, differentiation, and root finding are also covered. Emphasis is placed on using MATLAB to solve engineering problems, and using user-defined functions and toolboxes within MATLAB to create computer programs and GUI’s. A brief introduction to Simulink is also given.
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MET 3101:Fluid Mechanics Principles & Applications 3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: (ENGR 2214 or ENGT 2124 ) and TCOM 2010
The objective of this course is to present fluid mechanics concepts and their applications to practical problems. The main areas are fluid properties, fluid statics, flow in conduits, pump selection and operation, fluid power systems, momentum transfer, external flow, and open channel flow. Principles will be related to industrial applications. Hands-on laboratory exercises will demonstrate principles and applications.
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MET 3123:Dynamics of Machines 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: (ENGR 3122 or MET 3126 ) and MET 2501
The analysis of motion, velocity, acceleration, and forces in mechanisms and machines. Emphasis is placed on the analytical methods suitable for computerized analysis as well as graphical methods for visualization and preliminary design studies. Mechanical vibration isolation is also discussed.
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MET 3126:Engineering Dynamics with Applications 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGR 2214 or ENGT 2124
A study of the mechanics of particles and rigid bodies, considering practical examples.Ê Topics covered include: kinematics and kinetics of particles; work and kinetic energy; impulse and momentum; rigid body motions; relative motion and moving coordinate systems.Ê Machinery applications will be considered for majority of course materials.
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MET 3132:Engineering Materials 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1211 and (ENGR 3131 or ENGT 3124 ) Concurrent:
ENGR 3131 or ENGT 3124
This course is focused on the study of metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites as related to engineering design. Areas of study include: corrosion, atomic structure, mechanical properties, failure theories, fatigue, creep, cold working, heat treating, alloying, and non-destructive testing.
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MET 3132L:Engineering Materials Lab 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Concurrent:
MET 3132
In this course/laboratory students will gain practical experience in testing of materials including metals, polymers, and composites. Tests include tensile testing, heat treating, impact testing, hardness testing, and corrosion.
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MET 3331:Tool Design 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 2322 and (ENGR 3131 or ENGT 3124 )
Jigs and fixtures for production machining processes are covered. Specific subjects include methods of gauging work pieces, ease and simplicity of operation, assembly methods, capital evaluation, techniques for locating and holding work pieces, time studies, tool steels, bending allowances, and reverse engineering techniques. The course is design project oriented. Projects include calculations of tooling forces and costs as well as complete production drawings of the tool design.
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MET 3332:Rapid Design and Manufacture 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: EDG 1212 , or permission of instructor
This course is focused on bringing products to market as quickly as possible primarily through the use of 3D scanning and additive manufacturing technologies. Product Design, reverse engineering, and rapid tooling are topics covered and applied in this course.
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MET 3400:Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1190 and (PHYS 1111 or PHYS 2211 )
A study of the fundamental laws of thermodynamics and heat transfer for non-MET students. Properties of ideal gases, mixtures of ideal gases, real substances as related to heat engines, heat pumps, refrigerators, and heat exchangers are covered. Basic applications of thermodynamics in the study of power plants, internal combustion engines, refrigeration systems and air conditioning systems are included. Heat transfer topics are introduced with applications for conduction, convection, and radiation.
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MET 3401:Thermodynamics I 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1190 and (PHYS 1111 or PHYS 2211 )
Covers the fundamentals of thermodynamics. Use of steam and gas tables is introduced. Property relations for ideal gases and incompressible liquids are introduced. Applications of the First and Second Laws to closed and open systems are studied. Heat engines, refrigerators, heat pumps, availability and irreversibility are studied.
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MET 3402:Thermodynamics II 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: (ENGR 3343 or MET 3101 ) and MET 3401
Continuation of Thermodynamics I with emphasis on applications. Transient flow analysis, combustion, internal and external combustion cycles, gas turbines, compressors, refrigeration and air conditioning processes are studied. Fundamentals of heat transfer are also covered.
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MET 4112:Computer Aided Engineering & Analysis 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: (ENGR 3131 or ENGT 3124 and (MET 3101 or ENGR 3343 ) and EDG 1212
Introduces the student to advanced geometry creation as the necessary input for engineering design and analysis using modern computer aided engineering tools such as finite element stress analysis (FEA) and computation fluid dynamics CFD. Emphasis is placed on the interdependency of geometry creation and engineering analysis.
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MET 4124:Vibrations and Advanced Dynamics 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 2306 and (ENGR 3122 or ENGT 3126)
Theory of mechanical vibrations with applications to machinery and the kinematics and kinetics of three dimensional motion of rigid bodies are covered. Conventional and computer methods are used.
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MET 4133:Advanced Engineering Materials 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 3132 and (ENGR 3131 or ENGT 3124 )
The course covers polymers, ceramics, composites, and advanced topics in ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy. Advanced topics in mechanics of materials, including failure theories and analysis of composites are studied. Traditional methods and Finite Element Modeling and Analysis (FEM/FEA) are used.
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MET 4141:Machine Design I 4 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: EDG 1212 and (ENGR 3122 or MET 3126 ) and MET 3132
The design of machines and machine elements, and cost considerations. The course focuses on power transmission in machines including gears, belts, pulleys, bearings, lubrication, clutches, brakes, chains, power screws, and gear trains. Stress calculations and material selection are discussed. Broad design issues such as safety, ethics, patents, product liability, time value of money, return on investment, and breakeven analysis are covered. Students work in design teams on a major design project.
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MET 4142:Mechanical Systems Design 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 4141 and EDG 1212 and (ENGR 3122 or MET 3126 )
Fundamental rules, laws and criteria for using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) in the design of mechanical components and systems for structural integrity, reliability, and economy are covered, including energy methods, finite difference methods and numerical methods. Failure theory from static and variable loading is emphasized. Broad design issues such as design engineering economics, engineering ethics in design and intellectual property are covered. The course includes design projects using FEA.
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MET 4341:Automation Systems and Controls 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ECET 3000 and (ENGR 3122 or MET 3126 ) Concurrent:
ECET 30000
The technology of integrating automation equipment for use in engineering systems is covered. Students design simulations and complete fully-automated projects involving the human-machine interfacing of analog and digital sensors, actuators, motors, machines, flexible automation devices, and other material handling systems. Advanced process control software is used for programing and sensory techniques, as well as automatic open and closed-loop systems, and PID feedback control.
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MET 4342:Numerical Control of Machines 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 2322
A course in tooling and programming for Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines. The course includes G-Code, conversational, and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) programming languages and systems. Considerable emphasis on the integration of NC planning and programming into automated manufacturing systems. Topics in communications and computer networking for Direct Numerical Control (DNC) are discussed.
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MET 4351:Manufacturing System Design Project 0 Class Hours 9 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 4342 and MET 4332
The Manufacturing Design Project is the capstone course for the Manufacturing Concentration in MET. Projects are assigned based on interest, equipment and software availability, and the specific background of the student. Projects require planning, proposal presentation, scheduling, engineering, implementation, and written and oral presentations of project results. Students are encouraged to “design and build” and utilize concepts learned from the courses completed in the MET Manufacturing Concentration. Presentation and report writing skills are practiced.
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MET 4400:Directed Study for MET 1-5 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Consent of the Department Chair
Independent study on topics of mutual interest to faculty and students. Assignments depend upon the specific background of the student, equipment availability, software availability, etc. Projects require a proposal presentation, scheduling, implementation and both written and oral presentations of study results.
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MET 4401:Heat Transfer 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 3401
This course encompasses the study of Steady-State Conduction (One Dimensional, Multiple Dimensions), Principles of Convection (Forced Convection, Natural Convection), Condensation and Boiling, Radiation Heat Transfer and Heat Exchangers.
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MET 4411:Refrigeration 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 3402 (or concurrently)
The theory and applications of commercial refrigeration systems are studied. The thermodynamic analysis of the refrigeration cycle, load calculations and selection of components for refrigeration systems are covered.
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MET 4412:Air Conditioning 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 3402 and (MET 3101 or ENGR 3343 ) Concurrent:
MET 3402
The basic principles of residential and commercial air conditioning systems are introduced including the calculation of cooling and heating loads, and psychrometric processes. The student is exposed to relevant topics in heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) such as equipment selection, duct design, piping design, indoor air quality, energy code, HVAC systems, energy conservation options, automatic controls, and testing, adjusting and balancing (TAB) of air conditioning systems.
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MET 4421:Instruments and Controls 3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ECET 3000 and (ENGR 3343 or MET 3101 ) Concurrent:
ECET 3000
This course covers the principles of engineering experimentation and process control. Students are instructed in current methods of data gathering, data regression, graphical analysis, result compilation, and report writing. Data gathering will include both manual techniques and computer data acquisition systems. An understanding of sensor selection, interfacing, and implementation is provided through lecture and laboratory assignments. The fundamentals of uncertainty analysis along with the application of dimensional analysis and similitude are covered. Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) are used to introduce students to process control. Laboratory exercises illustrating the use of instrumentation for performance evaluation and control of mechanical systems are conducted.
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MET 4431:Plant and Power Applications 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MET 3402 (or concurrently)
A study of the applications of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer to industrial process plants. Fundamentals of piping design, selection of fans, heat exchangers and other components commonly used in industrial processes are covered.
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MET 4490:Special Topics for MET 1-5 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Consent of the Department Chair
Special topics selected by the program. Offered on a demand basis.
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MTRE 1000:Introduction to Mechatronics Engineering 1 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
An introduction to career opportunities in Mechatronics Engineering; familiarization with college and departmental policies, curriculum, and facilities.
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MTRE 2290:Special Topics - Mechatronics 1-6 Credit Hours
Special Topics course for Mechatronics
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MTRE 2610:Intermediate Programming for Mechatronics 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1190 and (CSE 1311 or ME 1311 )
This intermediate programming course covers programming topics relevant for Mechatronics Engineering, using tools such as C++, MATLAB, Arduino, and Python. Object-oriented programming techniques are introduced such as encapsulation, classes, inheritance, and operator overloading. Other course components include basic numerical methods and visualization of data in two and three dimensions. Laboratory exercises focus on programming relevant to mechatronics such as acquiring analog, digital, and camera sensor data, motor control, pneumatics, etc.
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MTRE 3710:Mechatronics Engineering Fundamentals 3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Engineering Standing and (ENGR 2710 or MATH 3260 ) and MTRE 2610 and EE 2301
This course provides fundamental skills for the mechatronics engineer plus technical writing experience. Topics include sensors and actuators, especially pneumatics and DC motors; programming and interfacing with the AVR microcontroller; and robot kinematics and obstacle avoidance with mobile robots.
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MTRE 4001:Modeling and Feedback Control of Dynamic Systems 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 2202 and EE 2301 and PHYS 2211 and Engineering Standing
This is a control system course tailored for Mechatronics Engineering students. While it covers all topics in a traditional control system course, some additional topics, such as modeling of mechatronics systems, controller design of mechatronics system, and vibration control, are covered as well.
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MTRE 4002L:Feedback Control Laboratory 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 2202 and EE 2301 and PHYS 2211 and Engineering Standing Corequisite: MTRE 4001
This is a laboratory course designed to complement the modeling and feedback controls topics. Feedback Control, MATLAB/Simulink Modeling are studied and analyzed using simulations and physical experiments.
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MTRE 4010:Advanced Controls 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ((MTRE 4001 and MTRE 4002L ) or EE 4201 ), and MATH 3260 and Engineering Standing
This course is an advanced study of modern control systems focused on control theories and system applications. It covers the basic theoretical methods and mathematical tools for analysis and design of control systems.
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MTRE 4100:Instruments and Controls 3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Engineering Standing and EE 2501 and EE 3401 and MATH 2306
Characteristics of instruments used in mechanical systems for determining parameters such as temperature, pressure and flow are studied. The use of these devices in automated systems is covered both using feedback control and programmable logic controllers. Laboratory exercises illustrating the use of pertinent instrumentation for determining the performance of mechanical equipment are conducted.
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MTRE 4200:Robotics Analysis and Synthesis 3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MTRE 2610 and (MATH 2203 or MATH 3260 ) and ((MTRE 4001 and MTRE 4002L ) orEE 4201 or ME 3501 ) and Engineering Standing
This course introduces the basic principles of robotic manipulators. Students will learn how to derive the mathematical models, plan trajectories, and design controllers for robot applications. Software tools, such as MATLAB, are employed to analyze and simulate the robot system.
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MTRE 4400:Directed Research - Mechatronics 1-2 Class Hours 1-6 Laboratory Hours 1-6 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Set by instructor of each individual section
Directed research course for Mechatronics.
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MTRE 4490:Special Topics - Mechatronics 1-6 Credit Hours
Special Topics course for Mechantronics
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MTRE 4800:Mechatronics System Design 2 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MTRE 4010 , MTRE 4100 , ENGR 3325 , and Engineering Standing
The design of mechanical and electrical devices and systems, and cost considerations are covered. The course focuses on reliability, safety, energy and environmental issues, ethics, patents, product liability, time value of money, return on investment, and breakeven analysis. The design project is a capstone for the Mechatronics Engineering program. Projects are assigned based on interest, equipment and software availability, and the specific background of the student. Projects require planning, proposal presentation, scheduling, engineering, implementation, and written and oral presentations of project results. Students are encouraged to “design and build” and utilize concepts learned from courses throughout the program.
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MILS 1021:Leadership & Personal Development 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
General introduction of cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, Officer-ship, and Army operations. Focus is placed on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army Leadership Dimensions while gaining a big picture understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.
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MILS 1022:Introduction to Tactical Leadership 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
This course overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feed-back, and using elective writing skills. Cadets explore dimensions of leadership values; emphasis is placed on recruitment and retention of cadets. The building of stronger relationships among the cadets through common experiences and practical interaction are critical aspects of the course experience.
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MILS 2021:Innovative Team Leadership 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MILS 1021 , MILS 1022 , prior military service or permission of the instructor.
This course explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership, strategies, and styles by examining team dynamics of two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework – trait and behavior theories. Cadets practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises and participating in leadership labs. Focus is on continued development of the knowledge of leadership values and attributes through an understanding of Army rank structure, duties, and basic aspects of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies provide tangible context for learning the Soldier’s Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in the contemporary operating environment (COE).
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MILS 2022:Found Tactical Leadership 2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MILS 1021 , MILS 1022 , and MILS 2021 , prior military service or permission of the instructor.
This course examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex contemporary operation environment (COE). The course highlights include dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. The course furthers study of the theoretical basis of the Army leadership framework and explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. This course provides a smooth transition into MILS 3011. Cadets develop greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. COE case studies give insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios.
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MILS 2031:Army Physical Fitness Training 1 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Must have a Department of the Army (DA) Form 3425-R signed by a Physician and be enrolled in the Military Science Levels 1-4.
Develops skills needed to participate in, instruct, develop, and assess the Army Physical Fitness Test. Classes will meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 6:00 am to 7:00 am in or near the gymnasium for training and lecture period.
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MILS 3011:Adaptive Tactical Leadership 3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Advanced ROTC standing or permission of the department.
This course challenges cadets to study and practice adaptive leadership skills as they are presented with challenging scenarios related to squad tactical operations. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback, as well as their own self evaluations. Cadets continue to develop their leadership and critical thinking abilities. The focus is developing cadets’ tactical leadership abilities to enable them to succeed at ROTC’s summer Leadership Development and Assessment Course (LDAC).
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MILS 3012:Leadership Change Environment 3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Advanced ROTC standing or permission of department.
This course uses increasingly intense situational leadership challenges to build cadet awareness and skills in leading tactical operations up to platoon level. Cadets review aspects of combat, stability, and support operations. They also conduct military briefings and develop proficiency in garrison operation orders. The focus is on exploring, evaluating, and developing skills in decision-making, persuading, and motivating team members in contemporary operation environment (COE). Cadets are evaluated on what they know and do as leaders as they prepare to attend the ROTC summer Leadership Development Assessment Course (LDAC).
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MILS 4011:Developing Adaptive Leadership 3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MILS 3011 , and MILS 3012
This course develops cadet proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing performance feedback to subordinates. Cadets assess risk, make ethical decisions, and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Lessons on military justice and personnel processes prepare cadets to make the transition to Army officers. MS IV cadets analyze, evaluate and instruct cadets at lower levels. Both their classroom and battalion leadership experiences are designed to prepare cadets for their first unit of assignment. They identify responsibilities of key staff roles, and use situational opportunities to teach, train, and develop subordinates.
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MILS 4012:Leaders Complex World 3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MILS 4011 or Advanced Course Standing.
This course identifies and resolves ethical dilemmas. This course explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment (COE). Cadets examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting with non-governmental organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host national support. The course places significant emphasis on preparing cadets for their first unit assignment. It uses case studies, scenarios, and “What Now, Lieutenant?” exercises to prepare cadets to face the complex ethical and practical demands of leading as commissioned officers in the United States Army.
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MILS 4090:Special Topics in Military Science 1-5 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in, or have successfully completed both MSIII and MSIV-level ROTC classes or obtain permission from the Professor of Military Science.
This course allows for independent study with a faculty member. Topics and research will pursue topics of military science not extensively treated in any other Military Science course.
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MILS 4400:Directed Study in Military Science 1-10 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
This course is offered to military science students interested in investigating special topics external to regular course offerings. This course is primarily offered as a completion course. Its secondary intent is to afford the Military Science Department the flexibility to offer course work to students who have special circumstances in their academic and commissioning requirements such as nursing and accelerated commissioning program cadets.
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MUSI 1020:Fundamentals of Music Theory 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
The fundamentals of music theory including music reading, rhythm and pitch orientation, accidentals, key and time signatures, rhythmic organization, intervals, scale formation, triad construction and chord spelling, elementary ear training and sight singing, and an introduction to the keyboard. Open to all university students. May not be counted for credit towards a music degree.
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MUSI 1107:Music in Society 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Learning Support Prerequisites:
Successful completion of English Learning Support, if required. Successful completion of Mathematics Learning Support or concurrent registration, if required.
This course examines the role of music in society through a study of musical works within their cultural and historical contexts. Course assignments develop skills in critical analysis and global perspectives as well as an understanding of the creative process. Required attendance at live performances provides the experiential component so crucial to the understanding and enjoyment of music. (Most events require paid admission.)
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MUSI 1110:Introduction to World Music 1 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MUSI 1121
Introduction to music of the world’s cultures.
Notes: Required laboratory component.
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MUSI 1111:Aural Skills I 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major or minor; placement determined by proficiency test.
For music majors and minors. Foundation work in sight singing including rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.
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MUSI 1112:Aural Skills II 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1111
For music majors. Continuation of skill development in sight singing including rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.
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MUSI 1120:Music Theory I Intensive 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major or minor; placement determined by a proficiency test.
For music majors and minors. A correlated study of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic aspects of music common practice. Development of basic skills in music theory and harmony including practical application through part-writing. Components include composition, improvisation, and practical keyboard applications. Contains a separate keyboard lab to increase profiency.
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MUSI 1121:Music Theory I 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Must be a fully admitted music major or minor; placement determined by proficiency test.
For music majors and minors. A correlated study of rhythmic, melodic and harmonic aspects of music common practice. Development of basic skills in music theory and harmony including practical application through part-writing. Components include composition, improvisation and practical keyboard applications.
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MUSI 1122:Music Theory II 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1121 or MUSI 1120
For music majors. A continuation of correlated study of rhythmic, melodic and harmonic aspects of music common practice. Continuation of keyboard harmony is included with application at the keyboard. Components include composition, improvisation and practical keyboard applications.
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MUSI 1141:University Band 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
The University Band is a wind band that performs collegiate repertoire twice each semester. Non-music major wind and percussionists are strongly encouraged to enroll in this ensemble. No audition is required for the University Band.
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MUSI 1142:Marching Band 0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Audition required and prior high school or college instrumental or colorguard experience required.
This course develops the instrumental and visual performance skills of students within the college marching band setting. Objectives are to combine high-level musical/visual performance with uniform marching style to create entertaining shows suitable for football games. This course is open to students in all majors. Auditions are required for participation and occur the week before fall classes begin. This course is offered every fall semester; max. 300 members.
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MUSI 1143:Jazz Ensemble 0 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and permission of the instructor.
This course may be repeated for lower-division credit. The School of Music offers two large Jazz Ensembles that perform both on- and off-campus in concert. The ensembles perform a variety of styles within the jazz idiom including traditional swing, bop, Latin, Afro-Cuban, and funk.
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MUSI 1144:University Philharmonic Orchestra 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Membership is open to all students with previous experience playing an instrument.
May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal, and concert performance of literature for orchestra. No audition is required and non-music majors with previous orchestral experience are encouraged to play in the group.
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MUSI 1145:Wind Symphony 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Audition
This course offers music majors, minors, and non-music majors the opportunity to study, rehearse, and perform literature for the wind band medium. This course may be repeated for lower-division credit. Membership in the Wind Symphony is by audition only.
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MUSI 1146:Chamber Singers 0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Audition.
May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal, and concert performance of choral literature. Membership in Chamber Singers is by audition only.
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MUSI 1147:Wind Ensemble 0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Audition.
May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal and concert performance of literature for wind ensemble. Membership in Wind Ensemble is by audition only.
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MUSI 1148:Symphony Orchestra 0 Class Hours 6 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Audition.
May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal and concert performance of literature for orchestra. Membership in the Orchestra is by audition only.
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MUSI 1149:Chorale 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
May be repeated for lower-division credit. Study, rehearsal and concert performance of literature for choir.
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MUSI 1166:Class Piano II 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1165
Continuation of Music 1165.
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MUSI 2100:Technology in Music 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MUSI 1122
The development of practical experience with current computer applications and current technology specifically associated with music instruction and music performance. The course exposes students to current capabilities of technology as they relate to composition, instrumentation, performance and teaching.
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MUSI 2111:Aural Skills III 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1112
For music majors. Advanced skill development in ear training and sight singing. Includes rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.
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MUSI 2112:Aural Skills IV 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 2111
For music majors. Continuation of advanced skill development in ear training and sight singing. Includes rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.
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MUSI 2221:Music Theory III 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1122
For music majors. Advanced correlated study of music theory and harmony of common practice including chromatic harmony and 20th century harmonic techniques. Components include composition, improvisation, literature analysis and practical keyboard application.
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MUSI 2222:Music Theory IV 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 2221
For music majors. Continuation of advanced correlated study of music theory and harmony in common practice including analytical study of 20th century music. Components include composition, improvisation, literature analysis and practical keyboard application.
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MUSI 3165:Class Piano III 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 1166
Continuation of MUSI 1166.
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MUSI 3166:Class Piano IV 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MUSI 3165
Continuation of MUSI 3165.
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MUSI 3167:Class Piano V 1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MUSI 1165 , MUSI 1166 , MUSI 3165 , and MUSI 3166
This course will allow students to continue their piano training and apply specific accompanying and instructional techniques to choral literature for the classroom.
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MUSI 3200:Gospel Choir 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
The Gospel Choir is open to all students campus-wide. No audition is required to participate in this ensemble. The Gospel Choir performs twice each semester. Non-music majors are highly encouraged to enroll in this ensemble.
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MUSI 3201:Men’s Ensemble 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
The Men’s Ensemble is open to all students campus-wide. No audition is required to participate in this ensemble. The Men’s Ensemble performs twice each semester on collegiate level literature. Non-music majors are highly encouraged to enroll in this ensemble.
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MUSI 3202:Women’s Choir 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
The KSU Women’s Choir is open to all students campus-wide. No audition is required to participate in this ensemble. The Women’s Choir performs twice each semester on collegiate level literature. Non-music majors are highly encouraged to enroll in this ensemble.
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MUSI 3210:Classical Guitar Ensemble 0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
This course is designed to introduce classical ensemble playing to guitarists.The weekly class sessions and performances will help the student develop skills in sight reading, classical guitar styles, and ensemble playing.
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MUSI 3211:Jazz Guitar Ensemble 0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
This course is designed to introduce jazz ensemble playing to guitarists. The weekly class sessions and performances will help the student develop skills in the following areas: Sight Reading, jazz styles, chord comping, and ensemble playing.
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MUSI 3212:Jazz Combo 0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
This course introduces jazz improvisation to students for instrumental performance. Students will perform jazz standards from the Real Book and other sources while applying concepts and patterns studied in class.
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MUSI 3220:Percussion Ensemble 0 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
The Percussion Ensemble provides students with the opportunity to study, rehearse, and perform literature for group percussion.
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MUSI 3221:String Ensemble 0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
The String Ensemble will allow students to improve ensemble-playing skills in a chamber setting on like stringed instruments. Students will rehearse standard ensemble pieces as well as new compositions and arrangements.
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MUSI 3222:Woodwind Ensemble 0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
The KSU Woodwind Ensemble provides students rehearsal and performance experience in chamber music settings. Students will experience literature in both classical and jazz idioms.
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MUSI 3223:Brass Ensemble 0 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 0-1 Credit Hours
The Brass Ensemble is designed to improve ensemble playing in a chamber setting. Brass ensemble members will work on standards ensemble pieces as well as new compositions and arrangements.
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