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MEC 100: Introduction to Mechanical Engineering. Credit 3.
Introduction to the engineering experience in general and mechanical engineering in particular through lectures by faculty and invited speakers from industry, field trips, films, and laboratory demonstrations. Lectures cover creative thinking and problem solving, design team work, computer utilization, engineering ethics and legal issues, use of libraries and other sources of information, career opportunities in mechanical engineering and related fields, emerging technologies and the cross disciplinary nature of engineering. Prerequisite: None

MEC 111: Computer Science for Engineers. Credit 3.
An introduction to computer science and the use of the computer for solving scientific and engineering-related problems. Students gain experience using the FORTRAN programming language. Primarily for engineering students not planning to take advanced computer science courses. May not be taken simultaneously with CSE 110. Students who have a C or higher in CSE 114 may not take MEC 111. Pre- or corequisite: MAT 124 or 125 or 131 or 141; PHY 125 or 131 or 141.

MEC 125: Fundamentals of Machining. Credit 3.
Hands-on experience in the fundamentals of machining. Topics include introductions to various metrology tools and devices, band saw, sheet metal cutting and punching, drilling, reaming, taping, turning, boring, milling, and welding. Prerequisite: MEC major.

MEC 202: Introduction to Technical Drawing and Computer-Aided Drafting I. Credit 1.
An introduction to methods used to communicate design ideas through the techniques of freehand technical sketching and computer-aided drafting ofengineering drawings. Prerequisite: MEC Major.

MEC 203: Technical Drawing and Computer-Aided Drafting - II. Credit 1.
Application of computer graphics and solid modeling to design and representation of 3D objects, their assembly and tolerance analysis. Includes hands-on experience in the use of CAD software packages for solid modeling. Prerequisites: MEC 202.

MEC 259: Particle and Rigid Body Mechanics. Credit 3.
A review of vector algebra and calculus with kinematic applications such as curves in space, displacement, velocity, and acceleration of point particles in classical orthogonal coordinate systems; notion of force; statics of a single particle including gravity, friction, electrostatic, and magnetostatic forces; force as a vector field; moments about points and lines; couples; work; equivalent force systems and the wrench; equilibrium of systems of mass particles; special case of the rigid body. Rigid body kinematics and the kinematics of relative motions; single particle dynamics, including charge-carrying particles and elementary linear vibrations; dynamics of clusters of particles; dynamics of the rigid body. Not for mechanical engineering major credit. Prerequisite: PHY 131 or 141 or 125. Pre- or corequisite: AMS 261 or MAT 203.

MEC 260: Engineering Statics. Credit 3.
A review of vector algebra. Concept of force. Equilibrium of particles. Moments about points and lines, couples and equivalent force systems. Equilibrium of rigid bodies. Analysis of simple structures such as trusses, frames and beams. Centroids, centers of gravity, and moments of inertia. Dry friction with applications to wedges, screws, and belts. Method of virtual work, potential energy, and stability. Prerequisite: PHY 131 or 141 or 125. Corequisite: AMS 261 or MAT 203.

MEC 262: Engineering Dynamics. Credit 3.
Vectorial kinematics of particles in space, orthogonal coordinate systems. Relative and constrained motions of particles. Dynamics of particles and the systems of particles, equations of motion, energy and momentum methods. Collisions. Two- and three- dimensional kinematics and dynamics of rigid bodies. Moving frames and relative motion. Free, forced, and damped vibrations of particles and rigid bodies. Prerequisites: AMS 260 or MAT 203; MEC 259 or 260.

MEC 280-H: Pollution and Human Health. Credit 3.
An examination of major environmental pollution problems such electromagnetic radiation, ozone layer depletion, and global warming, with a specific focus on the resulting effects on human health. Assessment of health risks in relation to the formulation of environmental and workplace regulations is also considered. Prerequisites: one D.E.C. Category E course.

MEC 300: Writing in Mechanical Engineering. Credit 0.
The MEC student must register for the writing course MEC 300 concurrently with MEC 317 and submit two report written for MEC 317, one in solid mechanics and one in fluid mechanics and heat transfer. Students whose writing does not meet the required standard will be referred to the CEAS Technical Writing Center for remedial help. Detailed guidelines are provided by the department. If the standard of writing is judged acceptable in both reports, the student will receive an S grade for MEC 300, thereby satisfying the requirement. Prerequisites: MEC major; U3 or U4 standing. Corequisite: MEC 317.

MEC 301: Thermodynamics. Credit 4.
Variables that describe the thermodynamic state of a system of control volume, including absolute temperature, internal energy, enthalpy and entropy are introduced, and basic principles governing the transformations of energy, especially heat and work, are developed. Introduction to thermodynamics cycles. Underlying principles are used to analyze and solve problems related to thermodynamic systems and to determine the changes in properties of the systems and surroundings implied by changes in inputs, configuration, or constraints. Prerequisites: AMS 261 or MAT 203; PHY 131 or 141 or 125.

MEC 305: Heat and Mass Transfer. Credit 3.
The fundamental laws of momentum, heat and mass transfer, and the corresponding transport coefficients. Principles of steady state and transient heat conduction in solids are investigated. Laminar and turbulent boundary layer flows are treated, as well as condensation and boiling phenomena, thermal radiation, and radiation heat transfer between surfaces. Applications to heat transfer equipment are covered throughout the course. Prerequisites: MEC 301 and 364; MEC 111 or CSE 114.

MEC 309: Numerical Methods for Engineering Analysis. Credit 3.
Solving non-linear equations, systems of linear equations, interpolation/extrapolation, curve fitting integration, and differential equations. Special emphasis on the implementation of numerical methods in FORTRAN computer programs to solve computation problems that arise in the engineering design process. Prerequisites: MEC 111; AMS 261 or MAT 203; AMS 361 or MAT 303.

MEC 310: Introduction to Machine Design. Credits 3.
Application of graphical and analytical methods to the analysis and synthesis of mechanisms. Covers concepts of degrees of freedom, graphical and analytical linkage synthesis, position, velocity, acceleration, and force analysis of linkage mechanisms. The principles behind the operation of various machine elements such as gears and gear trains, cams, flywheels, roller and journal bearings, couplings, clutches, brakes, belts and chains and their design and analysis techniques. Prerequisites: MEC 111; MEC 202 and 203 (ESG 316 for engineering science majors).

MEC 316: Mechanical Engineering Laboratory I. Credit 3.
The spatial and temporal resolution of modern instrumentation and sensors that are particular to mechanical engineering. Concepts of Fourier analysis and frequency responses are discussed together with sampling of data. Students are to learn and operate instruments for measuring temperature, pressure, flow velocity, displacement, angle, acceleration, and strain. Includes design project. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisites: MAT 303 or AMS 361; MEC 363; AMS 236. Co-requisites: MEC 301 and 364.

MEC 317: Mechanical Engineering Laboratory II. Credit 2.
Hands-on experience in solid and fluid mechanics and heat transfer. Emphasis is on the understanding of fundamental principles as well as familiarity with modern experimentation. Lectures at the beginning of the course provide background information and theories of experimentation. Student groups perform four experiments each in solid mechanics and in fluid mechanics and heat transfer. Report writing is an integral part of the course with emphasis on design of experiment, interpretation and presentation of data, error analysis, and conclusions. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisites: MEC 316 and 364. Corequisite: MEC 300.

MEC 320: Engineering Design Methodology and Optimization. Credit 3.
The general process of engineering design as a systematic and disciplined process. Covers materials related to the formulation of design specifications and criteria; conceptual design and evaluation of the design options; design creativity; formulation of analyzable models; simulation and optimization techniques; design for manufacture; design for reliability; engineering economics; and engineering ethics. Prerequisite: MAT 303 or AMS 361; MEC 309.

MEC 325: Manufacturing Processes. Credit 3.
The relationship between product design and manufacturing. Material properties and influence. Introduction to traditional and non-traditional manufacturing processes and their capabilities and limitations. Measurement inspection, reliability and quality control. Economic impact of modern process engineering. Prerequisite: ESG 332. Pre- or corequisite: MEC 125.

MEC 363: Mechanics of Solids. Credit 4.
Stress and deformation of engineering structures and the influence of the mechanical behavior of materials. Concepts of stress and strain, constitutive relations, analysis of statically indeterminate systems, study of simple bars and beams, and stability conditions. Emphasis on force equilibrium, elastic response of materials, geometric compatibility, Mohr's circle, stresses and deflections in beams, and torsion and buckling of rods. Design for bending, shear and combined states of stress. Prerequisite: MEC 260.

MEC 364: Introduction to Fluid Mechanics. Credit 4.
Fundamental properties of fluids and their conservation laws with applications to the design and evaluation of flows of engineering interest. Topics include hydrostatics, surface tension, dimensional analysis and dynamic similitude, Euler's equation, rotating coordinate systems, boundary layers, lubrication, drag on immersed bodies, open channel and pipe flows, and turbomachinery. Prerequisite: MEC 262.

MEC 393: Engineering Fluid Mechanics. Credit 3.
The application of the principles of fluid mechanics to important areas of engineering practice such as turbomachinery, hydraulics, and wave propagation. Prepares students for advanced coursework in fluid dynamics. Extends the study of viscous effects, compressibility, and inertia begun in MEC 364. Prerequisite: MEC 364.

MEC 398: Thermodynamics II. Credit 3.
Psychrometrics and psychrometric charts. Thermo-dynamic considerations for the design and performance of cooling towers, humidifiers, and dehumidifiers. Reacting mixtures, combustion, and chemical equilibrium. Thermodynamics of fluid flow, simple compression, and expansion processes. Analysis and design of gas and vapor power cycles. Cycles with reheat, intercooling, and cogeneration plants. Refrigeration cycles. Prerequisites: MEC 301 and 364.

MEC 402: Machanical Vibrations. Credits 3.
Modeling, analysis and design for mechanical vibrations. Fundamentals of free vibration, harmonically excited vibration and vibration under general forcing conditions are considered for one degree, two degree and multidegree of freedom systems; continuous systems; vibration design strategies including isolation and absorbers. Pre- or corequisites: MEC 411.

MEC 410: Design and Analysis of Machine Elements. Credits 3.
Study of advanced topics in the analysis of stress and deformation of elastic bodies, with applications to the design of machine and structural elements. Introduction of solution techniques for elastic analysis and design of machine components. Design in terms of failure strength, factor of safety, fracture mechanics and fatigue strength and their application to the design of mechanical components such as shafts, gears, springs and joints. Prerequisites: MEC 310 and 363.

MEC 411: System Dynamics and Control.Credit 4.
Differential equations for physical systems and their solutions; Laplace transformations; block diagram and transfer function; system response; system analysis and stability; system compensation and design. Application of control system theory to engineering design of dynamic systems. Prerequisites: AMS 361 or MAT 303; MEC 262 and 363.

MEC 417: Mechanical Engineering Lab III. Credit 2.
Study of operating principle of mechanical and thermal systems through laboratory projects. Measurement of performance and operating characteristics. Modern instrumentation and sensors, and data processing systems. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisites: MEC 305 and 317.

MEC 420: Turbomachinery and Applications. Credit 3.
Classification of turbomachines, rotating flows, aerothermodynamic design of turbomachines, energy transfer between fluid and rotor, axial and radial devices, compressible gas flow, three-dimensional effects, rotating stall and surge theory. Numerous applications and design issues. Sample devices include propellers, fans, blowers, windmills, Pelton wheels, turbines, compressors, lawn sprinklers, etc. Prerequisite: MEC 364.

MEC 422: Thermal System Design. Credit 3.
Device design and system design. Quantitative data for system design including operating characteristics of compressors, turbines, heat exchangers, piping systems, internal combustion engines, and other component equipment. Component matching and system simulation. Optimization including thermoeconomic evaluation and using energy analysis. Case studies: refrigeration and air conditioning systems; combined cycles; steam-injected gas turbines. Prerequisites: MEC 305 and 364; permission of instructor. Corequisites: MEC 398.

MEC 440: Mechanical Engineering Design I. Credit 3.
Design philosophy, the creative process, and general problem-solving techniques. The proper roles of imagination, analysis, estimation and testing. Design methodology, goal setting, establishment of performance criteria, design as a decision making process. The use of models and simulation in the design process. Students choose a senior design project and prepare a preliminary design report. Not counted as a technical elective. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisites: MEC 309, 310, 317, and 320; MEC major; U4 standing. Corequisites: MEC 411.

MEC 441: Mechanical Engineering Design II. Credit 3.
Formulation of optimal design problems. Modeling for compact and rapid optimization of realistic engineering problems. Necessary conditions for constrained local optimum. Introduction to optimization techniques for engineering design. Students carry out the detailed design of the senior projects chosen during the first semester. A final design report is required. Not counted as a technical elective. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisite: MEC 440.

MEC 455: Applied Stress Analysis. Credits 3.
A study of linear elastic solids with emphasis on internal stress analysis. Simple boundary value problems at plane structures are analyzed with various solution techniques. major topics are stress and strain tensors, linear elasticity, principle of virtual work, torsion, stress functions, stress concentration, elementary fracture, and plasticity. Prerequisite: MEC 363.

MEC 475: Undergraduate Teaching Practicum. Credit 3.
Students assist the faculty in teaching by conducting recitation or laboratory sections that supplement a lecture course. The student receives regularly scheduled supervision from the faculty instructor. May be used as an open elective only and repeated once. Prerequisites: U4 standing; a minimum grade point average of 3.0 in all Stony Brook courses and the grade of B or better in the course in which the student is to assist; permission of the department.

MEC 488: Mechanical Engineering Internship. Credit 3 or 9. S/U grading.
Participation in off-campus engineering practice. Students are required to submit to the department a proposal at the time of registration and two term reports before the end of the semester. May be repeated up to a limit of 12 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of undergraduate program director.

MEC 490, 491, 492: Topics in Mechanical Engineering. Credit 1-4.
Treatment of an area of Mechanical Engineering that expands upon the undergraduate curriculum. Topics may include advanced material in a specialty, development of a specialized experimental technique, or a specific area of design. Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated. Prerequisite: U3 or U4 Standing in a B.E. degree major; permission of department (course prerequisites vary with topic).

MEC 499: Research in Mechanical Engineering. Credit 1-4.
An independent research project under the supervision of a mechanical engineering faculty member. Permission to register requires a 3.0 average or better in all engineering courses and the agreement of a faculty member to supervise the research. May be repeated but only three credits of research electives (AMS 487, CSE 487, ESE 499, ESM 499, EST 499, ISE 487, MEC 499) may be counted toward technical elective requirements.