10 courses
Statics covering principles of mechanics, force systems, equilibrium, structures, distributed forces, moments of inertia of areas, and friction.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2026: 3.22 GPA, 54.1% A/AB (n=244 letter grades).
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026This Thermodynamics course covers the first and second laws, properties of gases and vapors, energy-systems analysis including power and refrigeration cycles, and reacting mixtures.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Gregory Nellis
Gregory Nellis teaches with a clear, no-nonsense style that makes thermodynamics understandable. Students reported doing three homework assignments per week, noting that the exams closely mirrored the homework and were generally easier or fairer than the assignments. He was described as funny and effective at answering questions, with students finding the workload manageable because it prepared them well for tests.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026Honors in Research II involves independent mechanical engineering research and thesis preparation under faculty guidance.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Mechanical Engineering Projects I involves individual lab projects under staff supervision.
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Fall 2024–Spring 2026 · limited sampleMechanical Engineering Projects II is a continuation of ME 491 that applies basic mechanical engineering principles to engineering research problems.
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Advanced Independent Study involves directed study projects arranged with the instructor, applying advanced physical, mathematical, and mechanical engineering principles to engineering research problems.
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Master's Research and Thesis involving directed study projects arranged with the instructor.
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PHD RESEARCH AND THESIS involves directed study projects as arranged with instructor.
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Dissertation Research and Thesis involves directed study projects arranged with the instructor.
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Advanced independent study involving directed projects arranged with the instructor.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history