COMPUTER-AIDED ENGINEERING

ME 201

Provides an introduction to the field of Mechanical Engineering in the context of a major, semester-long project that is carried out in small groups as well as several, smaller hands-on projects. Obtain a shop pass, design build and test small prototypes using the shop as well as 3-D printing, take measurements using various instruments, and use a microcontroller to control a system. Introduction to software that is particularly useful to Mechanical Engineers including SolidWorks and EES. Learn how to design experiments, obtain data, use data to develop simple models of systems, exercise models for the purposes of design, and present their results professionally. It will provide a context for the math, physics and chemistry classes that are taken during the first year of the Mechanical Engineering curriculum and also provide a preview of future ME courses and should also give you a glimpse into the breadth of opportunities afforded by a mechanical engineering degree.

ME 231

Introduction to basic methods and fundamental concepts in geometric description and modeling of mechanical form, components, and assemblies. Topics include elements of descriptive geometry, engineering drawing standards, introduction to computer modeling, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GDT). Lectures are reinforced by the laboratory experience where students operate modern commercial computer-aided design systems to model and to learn the basics of engineering communication, specification, and annotation.

ME 531

Broad overview of concepts, methods and tools for manipulating digital geometric models for engineering design and manufacturing. Topics include freeform curves, surfaces, and solid modeling. Topics also include slicing, support generation and path planning for additive and subtractive manufacturing. Provides both cutting-edge knowledge and hands-on project experiences in digital design and manufacturing. It will involve the use of CAD software for creative shape design. It will also involve 3D printers and 3D scanners in the ME Instructional Lab and Maker Space.

ME 535

Designed to acquaint the student with computer-aided design technology used for geometric design of engineered products. Currently used methods of creating three-dimensional computer-aided design (CAD) models will be discussed. Paradigms of three-dimensional wire-frame modeling, surface modeling and solids modeling as applied in product design. Techniques for freeform curve and surface modeling will be emphasized.

ME 314

An introduction to techniques for modeling in materials processing and improving decision making in increasing the productivity of design and manufacturing processes. Quality improvement and engineering simulation tools are presented as well as the methods of engineering economy and the role of manufacturing automation and systems, through lectures and laboratories.