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Course Descriptions
ME 320 –
Principles of Machining and Machine Tools
Professor Bi Zhang (860) 486-2072
E-mail: zhang@engr.uconn.edu
Monday
This course explores the theories and applications of machining
including the fundamentals of machine tools and machining automation.
Topics discussed are physics and mechanics in machining, machining
forces and stresses, shear angle theories, basic phenomena pertinent
to process characteristics (such as tribology and tool life),
machinability, surface integrity, and economics. Other discussions
will include mechanisms of machining and machine tool errors,
machining error compensation with feedback sensors, machining
chatter and vibration analyses. Case studies will be presented.
Text: Manufacturing Processes and Equipment, George Tlusty,
Prentice Hall, 2000. ISBN 0201498650
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ME 338 Turbines
& Centrifugal Machinery
Professor Thomas Barber (860) 486-5352
E-mail: barbertj@engr.uconn.edu
Tuesday
This course develops the fundamental fluid mechanics of radial
and axial flow turbomachinery. Topics include energy transfer
and the Euler equation, performance parameters, configuration
selection and interactions between fluid dynamic and mechanical
design issues. Operating limits and off-design considerations
are addressed. The application of modern CFD and stability analyses
are introduced. Prerequisites: Undergraduate classes in Thermodynamics
and Fluid Dynamics
Texts: Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Turbomachinery,
4th Edition, Dixon, S. L., Butterworth-Heinemann, 1998, ISBN 0-7506-7059-2.
Elements of Gas Turbine Propulsion, Mattingly, J.D., McGraw-Hill,
Inc., 1996, ISBN 0-07-912196-9
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MMAT 322 Materials
Characterization
Professor Mark Aindow (860) 486-2644
E-mail: maindow@mail.ims.uconn.edu
Wednesday
A graduate level course incorporating the following concepts:
Microstructural Concepts - Microstructural features: relation
to properties, length scales and parameters. Crystallography: bonding,
structure and symmetry. Diffraction - Scattering: interference and Bragg's law. Reciprocal
lattice. X-ray diffraction methods. Analysis of diffraction data.
Electron diffraction. Optical Microscopy - Geometrical optics: imaging and diffraction.
Elements of optical microscopes. Specimen preparation. Image
contrast: reflection, absorption, polarization, phase and interference. Electron Microscopy - Principles: lenses, defects, resolution
& differences between SEM and TEM. TEM: specimen preparation,
contrast mechanisms, diffraction contrast and lattice imaging.
SEM:
electron-beam specimen interactions, imaging using back-scattered
and secondary electrons, other modes, specimen preparation and
topography. ESEM/LVSEM: vacuum systems, imaging, x-ray
analysis and applications. Chemical Analysis in EM - X-ray microanalysis: x-ray generation,
detection and quantitative analysis. Electron energy loss spectroscopy:
the spectrum, detection, resolution and fine structure. Surface Analysis - X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. Auger
electron analysis. Secondary ion mass spectrometry Quantitative Metallography - Basics of stereology. Accessibile
and inaccessible parameters. Optimizing accuracy.
Text: Microstructural Characterization of Materials by
D Brandon and WD Kaplan, John Wiley and SonsISBN: 0-471-98502-3
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ME 305 Basic
Concepts of Continuum Mechanics
Professor Robert Jeffers (860) 486-2416
E-mail: bobjeff@engr.uconn.edu
Wednesday
An introductory course in the theory of continuum mechanics. Development
of physical principles using cartesian tensors. Concepts of stress,
strain and motion. Basic field equation for the Newtonian fluid
and the elastic solid.
Prerequisite: An undergraduate course in Differential Equations.
Text: A First Course in Continuum Mechanics, Third Edition,
Y.C. Fung, Prentice Hall, ISBN 0-13-061524-2
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CHEG 320 Data
Analysis
Professor Luke Achenie (860) 486-2756
e-mail: achenie@engr.uconn.edu
Thursday
This course introduces graduate chemical engineering students
to analysis of experimental data using both statistical and non-statistical
tools. The level of theory will be minimal (i.e. introductory).
We will use commercial statistical and data analysis software.
Prerequisite: 3 semesters of Calculus with one comprising Multivariable
Calculus and at least one course in Differential Equations
Special Requirements: Notebook computer
Text: Introductory Statistics, 6/e by Neil Weiss, Arizona
State Univ.ISBN 0-201-71059-5 (http://www.awlonline.com/product/0,2627,0201710595,00.html)
Software: MINITAB
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ENGR 300-XX Project
Project is matched with faculty member specializing in that application
This course involves solution of engineering problems at an advanced graduate level using an investigative approach. Formulating a problem statement and a solution approach, conducting a literature survey, collecting and analyzing data, and preparing a final report are included in the course. The grade for the course will be given based upon the quality and novelty of the final report. The final report must include a unique computational, experimental and/or theoretical component that clearly demonstrates the students' ability to perform graduate-level engineering research, performed under the guidance of a faculty member. Students are expected to meet with their faculty advisors on a regular basis (approximately once per week). The student should expect to dedicate the same amount of time to ENGR 300 as they would dedicate to a regular 3 hour graduate course in Mechanical Engineering. top
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