Independent Study
1–3 creditsEMA 599 is an independent study course where students engage in directed projects arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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EMA 599 is an independent study course where students engage in directed projects arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleEMA 790 is a graduate-level directed study course for Master's research and thesis work arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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ME 361 covers the first and second laws of thermodynamics, properties of gases and vapors, and energy-systems analysis for power and refrigeration cycles.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course is described as challenging and homework-heavy, with some reviewers noting that exams can be difficult despite the instructor's preparation efforts.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026ME 363 Fluid Dynamics covers mechanics and thermodynamics applied to fluid statics and dynamics, including potential, viscous, pipe, boundary-layer, and compressible flow analysis.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Workload emphasizes careful homework completion, as exams mirror assignments, though some find tests significantly harder than homework and grading harsh.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026ME 489 is an honors independent study course focused on conducting research and preparing a thesis in mechanical engineering.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleME 491 involves individual lab projects conducted under staff supervision.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026 · limited sampleME 563 covers intermediate fluid dynamics, focusing on incompressible flow analysis, exact Navier-Stokes solutions, and boundary layer theory.
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Spring 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleME 573 introduces computational methods for solving fluid mechanics and heat transfer problems using finite differences and volume techniques.
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The course involves serious mathematics and coding, with one final exam carrying significant weight and limited review materials provided.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleME 790 is a directed study course for Mechanical Engineering graduate students to conduct research projects arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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ME 890 is a PhD research and thesis course offering directed study projects arranged with an instructor.
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ME 964 covers special advanced topics in mechanical engineering, including design, manufacturing, and energy.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Allison Mahvi: Homework was challenging but not relentless. The course structure included two exams and a final project with presentations.
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Spring 2022–Fall 2025ME 990 is a directed study course for Mechanical Engineering PhD students to conduct dissertation research and thesis work arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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