Mechanics of Materials Lab covers data processing and experimental testing of tension/compression, creep, fatigue, fracture, composites, combined stress, beam flexure, dynamic loads, and buckling.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course is rated as low difficulty by one student, but specific workload details or preparation requirements are not described in the available evidence.
ME 201 introduces mechanical engineering fundamentals including modeling, analysis, design, ethics, and safety.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Gregory Nellis, Kristofer Dressler: The trolley project is the primary workload burden, requiring substantial time and early start dates. While lectures and quizzes are described as easy and collaborative, the group project can be challenging even for teaching staff.
ME 342 teaches the analysis and design of machine elements, covering loads, stresses, fatigue, and power transmission components.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Reviewers describe exams as incredibly long, super hard, or unclear, with one noting sample exams are useless. The group project is reported as time-consuming, and the course relies heavily on a textbook that students find bad.
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.
ME 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.