Master's Research and Thesis
1–9 creditsEMA 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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EMA 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 299 is an independent study course where students engage in directed study projects arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleME 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 370 is the Energy Systems Laboratory focusing on experimental evaluation and analysis of energy conversion systems like turbines, compressors, and engines.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The labs require significant work, though it is reported to be difficult to receive a bad grade on them.
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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.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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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 561 covers intermediate thermodynamics, focusing on phase and chemical equilibria, availability, and thermodynamic relationships.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of John Pfotenhauer: Lectures may be derailed by math errors in notes, and grading is described as tough on homework but lenient on exams.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025ME 601 covers advanced special topics in Mechanical Engineering including vibrations, manufacturing, and energy systems.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Xiaobin Xiong: The syllabus is dense and math-intensive, with exams that can be impossibly hard and homework that may not align with lecture content.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026ME 699 is an advanced independent study course involving directed study projects arranged with an instructor.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · 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.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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ME 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
No recorded grade history