Postgraduate Courses
MECH
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- MECH 5010Foundation of Solid Mechanics[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 501Exclusion(s)MESF 5010BackgroundMECH 3020, MECH 4030 (prior to 2012-13)DescriptionContinuum concept for deformation of solids; analysis of stress and strain; constitutive equations; solution of problems relevant to materials processing, fracture mechanics and structural analysis; energy methods and numerical solutions.
- MECH 5040Nanoscale Thin Films and Nano-Structured Materials[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 504Co-list withNANO 5600Exclusion(s)MESF 5040 (prior to 2017-18), NANO 5600DescriptionBasic knowledge of materials science and mechanics of micro- and nano-scale thin films with an emphasis on the mechanical properties of thin films and failure mechanisms in electronic devices.
- MECH 5210Fluid Dynamics[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 521Exclusion(s)AESF 5210, MESF 5210BackgroundMECH 2210DescriptionTensor notation, derivation of Navier-Stokes equations, vorticity transport, viscous flow, flow separation, boundary layer, flow instability, turbulent boundary layer, stratified flow, rotating flow.
- MECH 5230Computational Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 523Prerequisite(s)MECH 3310 and COMP 1002 (prior to 2017-18)DescriptionNumerical simulation of viscous incompressible flows and heat transfer; finite-difference and finite element methods; accuracy and stability; grid generation; stream function and primitive-variable formulations; application to internal, external flows, diffusion, convection, and dispersion problems.
- MECH 5280Transport Phenomena and Its Application in Energy Systems[3-0-0:3]Co-list withENEG 5400Exclusion(s)MECH 691Z, ENEG 5400DescriptionElementary statistical concepts; ensembles and postulates; partition functions and their properties; calculation of thermodynamic properties; kinetic theory of transport process; fluctuation-dissipation theorem; Langevin equation; mass and heat transfer in fuel cells.
- MECH 5320Convective Heat and Mass Transfer[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 532Prerequisite(s)MECH 5210BackgroundMECH 3310DescriptionLaminar and turbulent boundary layer heat transfer by similarity, integral and superposition methods; effects of roughness, curvature, transpiration and high turbulence; forced and free convections, free-shear flows and buoyant flows; numerical methods.
- MECH 5410Advanced Mechanical Behavior of Materials[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 541Exclusion(s)AESF 5410, MESF 5410BackgroundMECH 3420DescriptionRelationships between microstructure and mechanical behavior in crystalline materials; temperature-dependent deformation in elasticity, viscosity and creep; embrittlement, fatigue and fracture of engineering materials; strengthening mechanisms in crystalline materials.
- MECH 5430Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Materials[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 543Exclusion(s)MESF 5430DescriptionAn advanced treatment of the thermodynamics, kinetics and transport properties in solids, solutions, surfaces, and heterogeneous reactions.
- MECH 5480Nanocomposite Science and Technology[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 548Co-list withNANO 5500Exclusion(s)NANO 5500DescriptionThis course is designed to provide fundamental understanding of emerging nanocomposite materials science and technology. The topical areas to discuss include synthesis of various nanoscale reinforcements, such as nanowires, nanotubes, and inorganic nanoparticles; fabrication and processing techniques of nanocomposites; dispersion of nanoreinforcements; interfacial adhesion; mechanical and functional properties of nanocomposites including gas/moisture barrier characteristics, electrical and magnetic properties, thermal properties and flame retardancy; molecular dynamic simulations; design and applications of nanocomposites.
- MECH 5520Theories and Practice of CAD/CAM/CAE[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 552Exclusion(s)MESF 5520DescriptionCurves and surfaces, geometric modeling, computer graphics, optimization in engineering, NC toolpath generation algorithms, optimization in manufacturing, process planning, mesh generation techniques for analysis, reverse engineering, rapid prototyping.
- MECH 5530Introduction to Nonlinear Control Systems[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 553DescriptionDynamic modeling; state space equation; feedback control; stability, performance of the closed-loop system, time-domain and frequency-domain; stability analysis based on Lyapunpov's direct method; PID, Robust control, Variable Structure control, Adaptive control, and Fourier based Learning control schemes.
- MECH 5540Precision Engineering[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 554, MECH 691SExclusion(s)MESF 5560DescriptionPrinciples of precision engineering, 3D tolerancing for precision design, flexure and nano-positioning, interferometry for precision measurement, dynamic control for precision machining of engineering materials, ductile machining for brittle materials, applications and industrial practices.
- MECH 5550Precision Machining[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 555, MECH 691XDescriptionBasic concepts of precision machining; the well developed methods and systems of fixed and free abrasive technology for micro- and nano- precision machining and fabrication applications; methods and techniques for process control modeling and characterization; advanced applications of abrasive technology such as free form machining and micro fabrication.
- MECH 5925LED Packaging Technology for Solid-State Lighting[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 6910A, MECH 691BDescriptionThis course introduces the packaging technology of light-emitting diodes (LED) for the applications of solid-state lighting (SSL). Detailed topics include the principles of luminance and chromaticity; designs and structures of LED chips, packages, and modules; material selection and packaging processes; characterization of optical, electrical, and thermal performance; reliability tests and considerations.
- MECH 5930Finite Element Methods[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 593Co-list withCIVL 5390Exclusion(s)AESF 5930, CIVL 5390, MESF 5930BackgroundMECH 3020, MECH 4030 (prior to 2012-13)DescriptionFinite element formulation; variational principles for structural and continuum mechanics; numerical interpolation and integration; plane stress and plane strain analysis; plate bending and three dimensional solids; solution of large systems of algebraic equations.
- MECH 5950Introduction to Microsystems: Technology and Devices[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 595Exclusion(s)ELEC 5010, MASE 505 (prior to 2011-12)DescriptionPhysics of Scaling; energy transduction, sensing and actuation principles; micro-fabrication technology and technology fundamentals; film formation, photolithography and etching; integrated Microsystems and Microsystems packaging.
- MECH 5960Flow Instability[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 6910KDescriptionCapillary instabilities, centrifugal instabilities, shear instabilities, thermal-convective instabilities, normal mode decomposition, spatial vs. temporal analysis, linearization, nonlinear dynamics, routes to chaos, phase space reconstruction, transition to turbulence, and fluid-structure interactions.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Describe why even a fluid flow with nominally steady boundary conditions may be unsteady due to flow instability.
- 2.Analyze the stability of simple flows by determining whether small disturbances grow or decay with time.
- 3.Describe how a laminar liquid jet breaks up under the destabilizing action of surface tension.
- 4.Apply concepts in nonlinear dynamics and chaos, such as phase space diagrams and bifurcations, to describe fluid flows.
- 5.Explain external flow around flexible structures and recognize the consequences of vortex-induced vibration.
- MECH 5961Acoustics and Aeroacoustics[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 6910LPrerequisite(s)MECH 3640DescriptionThe aims of this module are to acquaint students with the knowledge of acoustics and aerodynamically generated sound, its generation either through turbulent flow or unsteady aerodynamic force‐surface interaction, and numerical methods for accurate numerical prediction of aerodynamically generated noise as well as its propagation and far‐field characteristics. The wide applications of the subject are noise, environmental impact of noise and transport related noise.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Analyze and solve aerodynamically generated sound phenomena through numerical means.
- 2.Select suitable approaches to solve sound problems.
- 3.Conduct basic acoustic measurements using key equipment.
- 4.Perform numerical simulations of sound using high‐order accurate schemes (and perform error and stability analysis).
- 5.Use commonly employed solution options in the industry environment.
- MECH 5980Processes in Manufacturing Systems[3-0-0:3]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 6910FBackgroundMECH 3010, MECH 3410, MECH 3241, MECH 3520 or equivalentDescriptionValued added processing in manufacturing systems is covered in the course. Emphasis is placed on how each process works to convert materials into shapes with the desired properties, and its relative advantages and disadvantages. Fundamental processes for metals, ceramics, polymers, composites and new processes including 3D printing methods are covered. In addition, inspection methods inclusion non-destructive examination methods, manufacturing automation; robotics; process control and quality control are covered.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Explain the fundamental science underlying processing and manufacturing methods.
- 2.Identify the engineering factors controlling properties.
- 3.Explain the role of quality control in manufacturing processes.
- 4.Implement engineering changes on the processing to obtain desired structure.
- 5.Implement engineering changes on the processing to obtain desired properties.
- 6.Apply statistical tools to control manufacturing quality.
- MECH 6090Seminar in Mechanical Engineering[1-0-0:0]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 609DescriptionTechnical seminars in various disciplines of mechanical engineering; presentations are given by students, faculty, or guest speakers. Graded P or F.
- MECH 6770Professional Development in Mechanical Engineering[0-1-0:1]DescriptionThis one-credit course aims at providing research postgraduate students with basic training in teaching skills, research management, career development, and related professional skills. This course consists of a number of mini-workshops. Some department-specific workshops will be coordinated by Department of MECH. Graded PP, P or F.
- MECH 6910Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering[1-3 credit(s)]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 691DescriptionSelected topics in mechanical engineering of current interest to the Department and not covered by existing courses.
- MECH 6950Independent Studies[1-3 credit(s)]Previous Course Code(s)MECH 695DescriptionAn independent research project carried out under the supervision of a faculty member. (Only one independent studies course may be used to satisfy the course requirements for any postgraduate program in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.)
- MECH 6990MPhil Thesis ResearchPrevious Course Code(s)MECH 699DescriptionMaster's thesis research supervised by a faculty member. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned.
- MECH 7990Doctoral Thesis ResearchPrevious Course Code(s)MECH 799DescriptionOriginal and independent doctoral thesis research. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned.
