MECHANICAL, AUTOMOTIVE, AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING: COURSES
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
1. Students must have completed at least eight of the ten 1st year courses before being allowed to register into 2nd year courses, including all prerequisite courses required for registration into 2nd year courses.
2. Students must have completed all 1st year courses and at least ten of the twelve 2nd year courses before being allowed to register into 3rd year courses, including all prerequisite courses required for registration into 3rd year courses.
3. Students must have completed all 1st and 2nd year courses and at least ten of the twelve 3rd year courses before being allowed to register into 4th year courses, including all prerequisite courses required for registration into 4th year courses.
4. Taking courses out of sequence can be allowed at the discretion of the Department Head.
92-210. Dynamics
Review of kinetics and kinematics of particles; work-energy and impulse-momentum methods; moments of inertia of areas and masses; kinematics of rigid bodies; plane motion; forces and accelerations for rigid bodies, energy and momentum methods for rigid bodies in plane motion. (Prerequisite: 85-111 or 64-140) (3 lecture, 2 tutorial hours a week.)
92-311. Stress Analysis
Analysis of stresses and strains in simple mechanical structures subjected to combinations of axial, torsion and flexural loads; two-dimensional transformations of stress and strain components; yield and fracture criteria; deflection of statically determinate and indeterminate beams; buckling of columns with various end conditions; introduction to energy methods. (Prerequisite: 85-218 or 87-227.) (3 lecture, 2 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
92-317. Applied Thermodynamics
Ideal gas mixtures and psychrometrics. Reacting mixtures and combustion. Power cycles, refrigeration and heat pump cycles. (Prerequisite: 85-212.) (3 lecture, 2 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
92-320. Fluid Mechanics II
Navier-Stokes equations and some exact solutions, external flows boundary layer over a flat plate, drag forces; turbulent flows in pipes and mixing length theory, flow measurement, compressible flows and introduction to potential flows. (Prerequisite: 85-233.) (3 lecture, 2 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
92-321. Control Theory
Control system concepts, linear modelling and analysis of response and stability of physical systems, complex variables and Laplace transforms, frequency, and transient response analysis and performance specifications. (Prerequisites: 62-215 and 62-216.) (3 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour a week.)
92-323. Machine Dynamics
Linkages of flexible connectors, cams, toothed gearing, intermittent motion mechanisms, trains of mechanisms, static and dynamic analysis of mechanical flywheels, balancing of rotating and reciprocating masses. (Prerequisite: 92-210.) (3 lecture, 2 tutorial hours a week.)
92-324. Engineering Measurements
Basic concepts in instrumentation; error analysis; instrumentation and measurement systems including sensors, transducer, signal conditioning and display; microcomputer-based data acquisition and analysis. (Prerequisite: 85-222 or 65-205.) (3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
92-328. Heat Transfer
Introduction to the three heat transfer modes: conduction, convection, and radiation. Application of heat exchange equipment.(Prerequisite: 62-216 and semester 6 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
92-400. Capstone Design
Student design teams, operating within a "company" environment, utilize the broad range of their undergraduate experience in interdisciplinary projects selected to promote interaction between the mechanical, automotive, and materials programs. Design methodologies and team interaction simulate future professional practice. Project milestones include: a design proposal with cost analysis and scheduling, construction and commissioning of the designed appartus, and a final report and presentation having both global and detail completeness. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing.) (An 8.00 credit weight, 2 semester course.)
92-411. Design for Failure Prevention
Philosophy of machine design. Design factor/reliability relationships. Contemporary fatigue analysis, including low- and high-cycle, triaxial state of non-reversed stress and fatigue damage, with applications of selected mechanical elements. (Prerequisites: 92-311, 92-323, and Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours a week.)
92-418. Thermofluid Systems Design
Evaluation of major thermofluid systems: HVACandR, power generation. Factors affecting design and selection of thermofluid devices: boilers, pumps and compressors, valves, piping systems, heat exchangers, evaporators, and turbines. Effect of device characteristics on process efficiency. Application of optimization techniques to thermofluid systems. (Prerequisites: 85-212, 85-233, 92-328; and either 92-317 or 92-320.)
92-421. Machine Design
Gearing and gear trains: spur, helical, worm, and bevel gears. Clutches, brakes, couplings, flywheels. Chain and belt drives. Design of shafting. Student-developed software to support mechanical design. (Prerequisite: 92-323 and 92-311.) (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours a week.)
92-459. Computer Aided Engineering - CAE
Three-dimensional graphics; fundamentals of finite element methods for problem solving in heat transfer, solids, and trusses using finite element computer programs. (Prerequisite: 92-311.) (2 lecture, 3 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
MECHANICAL TECHNICAL ELECTIVES
Some of these courses may not be offered in any given year.
92-315. Mechanical Vibrations
Free, damped, and forced vibration of single and multi-degree of freedom systems with discrete masses. Exact and approximate methods of solution. Vibration isolation, vibration transducers, use of computers in vibration analysis. (Prerequisite: 92-210 and Semester 6 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 2 tutorial hours a week.)
92-412. Mechatronics
Review of electromechanical components. Practical application of microcontrollers in electromechanical systems. Use of infrared sensors, photoresistors, operational amplifiers, timers, servomotors, and analog/digital converters in mechatronics systems. A hands-on, laboratory-based course.(Prerequisite: Semester 7 or 8 standing for Mechanical Engineering students; other students require instructor approval.) (2 lecture, 3 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
92-428. Sustainability in Engineering
Environmental impact assessment. Biophysical and socioeconomic impacts from engineering activities, processes, and projects. Human health and environmental risk concepts. Introduction to life cycle analysis, corporate/industrial environmental management, and environmental management systems. Students will undertake various project related and problem-based assignments. (Cross-listed as 93-428.) (Prerequisite: 85-250 and Semester 6 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 2 tutorial hours a week.)
92-440. Topics in Mechanical Engineering
Selected topics of current interest in Mechanical Engineering. (Prerequisite: 4th-year Semester 7 or higher standing or permission of instructor.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory hour a week.)
92-441. Directed Studies in Mechanical Engineering
A special course of studies in Mechanical Engineering with content and direction approved by the Department Head. Although the course may not include formal lectures, it will carry the weight of three lecture hours and 1 laboratory hour per week. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing with a 70% average or better.)
92-450. Gas Dynamics
Basic concepts and one-dimensional flow equations of gas dynamics. Emphasis on isentropic flows in variable area ducts as well as Fanno, Rayleigh and Isothermal flows in constant area ducts. Normal shock waves, their appearance in various flow types, their application in nozzles and diffusers. Oblique shock and Prandtl Meyer expansion waves. Considerations in compressible flow measurements. (Prerequisite: 92-320.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
92-451. Turbomachines
Dimensional analysis and similitude; definitions of efficiency, two dimensional analysis of axial flow turbines and compressors, three dimensional flow, centrifugal pumps and compressors. (Prerequisite: 92-320.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
92-453. Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Principles of environmental air quality and occupant comfort control. Psychrometric analysis of buildings as applied to common air distribution system designs. Current solar radiation estimation techniques and other energy transfer mechanisms; their application to cooling and heating load calculations. Analytical and numerical calculations. Computational tools. (Prerequisite: 92-317.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
92-455. Environmental Effects and Control of Noise
Physical properties of sound and noise, measurement of noise, noise control, hearing characteristics and environmental effects of noise. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 1 tutorial/laboratory hours a week.)
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
94-370. Aerospace Engineering Fundamentals
History of flight and aircraft evolution. Aircraft operating principles. Airfoil and wing aerodynamics. Aerospace propulsion systems (turbojets, turbofans, turboprops, and rockets). Lab on performance estimation and measurement for a turbojet engine. Aircraft design. Weight estimation. Aircraft systems. Aircraft materials and structures. Governance of aviation in North America. Design studies of aircraft or spacecraft and/or components thereof. (Prerequisites: 62-215, 62-216, semester 6 or higher standing; and Aerospace option students or permission of instructor.) (Co-requisites: 92-317, 92-320.)
94-371. Aerospace Materials and Manufacturing
Properties and selection of metals, ceramics, polymers, and composite materials for aerospace applications. Structural and gas-turbine alloys. Machining, casting, forming, heat treating, and joining processes for original manufacture and repair. Manufacture and application of composites. In-service materials degradation. (Pre-requisites: 94-370.)
94-470. Aerospace Propulsion
Application of gas dynamics and thermodynamics to aerospace engines. Analysis of engine cycles. Theory and design of propellers; turboprop engine analysis, Internal combustion and gas turbine engines. Component design for compressors, combustors, afterburners, exhaust nozzles. (Pre-requisites: 92-317, 92-320, 94-370, and semester 7 or higher standing.)
94-471. Aerodynamics and Performance
Analysis of aircraft configurations. Viscous and compressibility effects. Manoeuvering loads and load factors; implications of manoeuverability on thrust requirements. Aircraft stability and control. (Pre-requisites: 92-320, 94-370, and Semester 7 or higher standing.)
94-472. Flightworthiness
Maintenance, repair and overhaul of Commercial Aircraft, Review of aircraft systems, and the identification of repair and maintenance issues for each system. Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR) and US Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Quality standards in the aircraft industry. Regulation and industrial practices in maintenance and repair activities. (Prerequisites: 94-370, 94-371, 94-471) (Co-requisites: 94-470)
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING
94-330. Automotive Engineering Fundamentals
Overview of primary automotive systems. Engine types and configurations, combustion, emission control, vehicle performance. Powertrain, suspension, frame and chassis. Materials and fabrication issues. Engine and vehicle dissection laboratory. Identification of industry issues and trends. (Prerequisite: Automotive Option students only and Semester 6 or higher standing.) (2 lecture, 3 laboratory hours a week.)
94-440. Topics in Automotive Engineering
Selected topics of current interest in Automotive Engineering. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing or permission of instructor.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory hours a week.)
94-441. Directed Studies in Automotive Engineering
A special course of studies in Automotive Engineering with content and direction approved by the Department Head. Although the course may not include formal lectures, it will carry the weight of three lecture hours and 1 laboratory hour per week. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing with a 70% average or better.)
94-461. Design for Manufacturability
Expansion of engineering graphics: tolerance design; tolerances for precision fits; tolerance stack-up; geometric dimensioning and tolerancing ((GD&T); design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA). (Prerequisites: 85-230 and Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory hours a week.)
94-463. Vehicle Dynamics
Classification and analysis of suspension types and geometry, powertrain layout, and ride quality. Tire modeling, stability, and numerical simulation of vehicle dynamics, including longitudinal and lateral vehicle response to driver inputs. Selected topics from industry experts. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing.) (Co-requisite: 92-315 or 92-321.) (3 lecture, 1 tutorial hours a week.)
94-465. Internal Combustion Engines
Mechanical design of vehicular internal combustion engines for different applications. Covers basic engine types and their operation from an energy conversion systems viewpoint, where the system needs to satisfy a number of requirements. These performance and operational requirements are derived from basic thermodynamics, operation of heat engine cycles, ignition and combustion processes, fuel system design, heat transfer, emissions formulation, available instrumentation and testing procedures. Environmental impact of vehicular designs on global pollution and government standards. Recent developments in energy-efficient and alternate fuel engines. (Prerequisites: 92-317, 92-320.) (3 lecture, 1 tutorial hours a week.)
94-467. Vehicle Thermal Management
A study of controlled passenger compartment environment, and automotive thermal management hardware: radiator, heater core, air-conditioning components. Topics include the thermal comfort model of occupants in a vehicle, determination of heating and cooling loads, the practical application of refrigeration in automotive air-conditioning followed by design of equipment and HVAC system, description and design of engine cooling system. (Prerequisites: 92-317, 92-328, 85-233.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory hours a week.)
94-469. Diesel Engine Fundamentals
Theory and practice of modern diesel engines. Diesel combustion cycle. Engine design aspects including fuel injection, turbocharging, and intercooling. Measurement and control of engine emissions. Engine performance testing. Future and advanced technologies including exhaust aftertreatment. (Prerequisites: 92-317 and Semester 6 or higher standing.)
ENGINEERING MATERIALS
89-330. Materials and Their Properties
The relationship of the engineering properties of materials to their atomic structure, bonding, crystal structure, imperfections and microstructure. The processing of materials to produce required structure and properties. Includes consideration of crystal structure determination, phase diagrams, diffusion, phase transformations, solidification, heat treatment and deformation. The laboratory is a term-long project designed to familiarize students with the use of materials-related equipment commonly found in industrial and research laboratories. (Prerequisite: 85-219 and Semester 6 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
89-331. Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Materials
Thermodynamics: review of First and Second Laws, gas laws, humidity, thermochemistry, entropy, reversible and irreversible processes, equilibrium criteria, Gibbs free energy, activity and activity coefficient, solution thermodynamics, Raoult's and Henry's Laws, Gibbs-Duhem equation, alloy phase equilibria, free energy-composition diagrams, Ellingham diagrams. Kinetics: empirical treatment for homogeneous reaction rates, reaction order and specific rate constant, activation energy, Arrhenius' Law, energy distribution in reacting systems, heterogeneous reactions. Selected problems in materials processing to illustrate theory. (Prerequisites: 85-212 and Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
89-420. Ceramic Materials
Uses of traditional and advanced ceramics. Monolithic and composite ceramics. Comparison of ceramics with metals and alloys. Processing: raw material preparation, forming techniques, theory and practice of sintering, quality control. Properties: modulus of rupture, creep, corrosion, erosion, and electrical, magnetic and optical properties. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hours a week.)
89-421. Deformation and Fracture
Introduction to basic plasticity theory and its application to common metal forming and metal cutting processes. Fracture mechanics and its applications in brittle and ductile fracture, creep and fatigue, for purposes of design and of analysis. (Prerequisite: 92-311 and Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 2 laboratory hours a week.)
89-432. Modern Steels
Traditional and advanced high strength steels. Automotive sheet steels. Stainless and tool steels. Cast irons. Steel industry in Canada. Mechanical and microstructural characterization laboratories. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour a week.)
89-433. Physical Metallurgical Processes
Application of diffusion theory to diffusion-controlled processes; solidification principles and application to foundry problems-segregation in castings; heat transfer processes. Selected problems to illustrate theory. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory hour a week.)
89-434. Polymers
The structure, properties, and processing of polymers (plastics) with emphasis on polymer forming processes, including extrusion, injection molding, blowmolding, and thermoforming, including tours of local industry. Fabrication and properties of composites with a polymer base. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour a week.)
89-440. Topics in Materials Engineering
Selected topics of current interest in Materials Engineering. (Prerequisites: Semester 7 or higher standing or permission of instructor.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory hours a week.)
89-441. Directed Studies in Materials Engineering
A special course of studies in Materials Engineering with content and direction approved by the Department Head. Although the course may not include formal lectures, it will carry the weight of three lecture hours and 1 laboratory hour per week. (Prerequisites: Semester 7 or higher standing with a 70% average or better.) (3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour a week.)
89-450. Welding Engineering
Design and qualification of arc welding procedures to met the requirements of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Arc welding processes, weld discontinuities, mechanical and non-destructive testing. Welding metallurgy, base and filler metal classification. Control of hydrogen-assisted cracking, preheat and postweld heat treatment. Fabrication issues. Canadian and international welding codes. (Prerequisite: Semester 7 or higher standing.) (3 lecture, 1 laboratory hours a week.)