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Marc Ingber, PhD University of Michigan hydrodynamic stability, stratified flows, multiphase flows, heterogeneous materials, carbon dioxide sequestration, highperformance computing J. Kenneth Ortega, PhD University of Colorado Specialties: heat transfer, fluid mechanics, solar energy, bioengineering, biophysics John A. Trapp, PhD University of California, Berkeley Specialties: two-phase flow, computational fluid dynamics, dynamics, structural stability, plasticity Associate Professors Ronald A. L. Rorrer, PhD Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Specialties: tribology, thermomechanical properties of polymers and composites, mechanical design and analysis, friction-induced vibration, biomechanics, biomedical, MEMS, biophysics, mechanical properties of biological material
Mohsen Tadi, PhD Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Specialties: applied and computational mechanics, optimal control theory, dynamics of flexible structures, inverse problems, parameter estimation, solid/ fluid interactions, nonlinear dynamics Samuel W. J. Welch, PhD University of Colorado Specialties: computational fluid mechanics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, finite-elements Senior Instructor Joseph F. Cullen, MS University of Colorado Specialties: low-speed aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics Professor Emeritus James Gerdeen, PhD
How do I learn more? Mailing Address University of Colorado Denver College of Engineering and Applied Science Department of Mechanical Engineering Campus Box 112, P.O. Box 173364 Denver, Colorado 80217-3364
About the University of Colorado Denver The University of Colorado Denver (UCD) combines a tradition of excellence with a new vision for higher education in Colorado. By joining the strengths of a comprehensive campus in Denver with the research and advanced health care programs at the Anschutz Medical Campus, UCD now serves more than 29,000 students in Denver, Aurora and online. We confer more than 3,900 degrees each year and more graduate degrees than any other Colorado institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer more than 100 highly rated degree programs through 13 colleges and schools: Downtown Campus College of Architecture and Planning College of Arts & Media Business School School of Education and Human Development College of Engineering and Applied Science College of Liberal Arts and Sciences School of Public Affairs Anschutz Medical Campus School of Dental Medicine School of Medicine College of Nursing School of Pharmacy Graduate School Colorado School of Public Health More than 13,400 students call our Denver Campus home, choosing from 80 degree programs at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. Our community of learners includes traditional and nontraditional students, from recent high school graduates to seasoned professionals. Students come from throughout Colorado, around the country and overseas—all seeking a respected educational program, a convenient schedule of offerings and a vibrant urban environment.
Is this program for me? Historically, mechanical engineers have designed machines and energy transmission systems such as locomotives, automobiles, steam generators, and mechanical presses. Today, they also design robots, computer-controlled manufacturing equipment, and efficient alternative energy systems.
Located on the Auraria Higher Education Center, UCD is just steps away from Denver’s historic lower Downtown (LoDo) district with myriad entertainment, cultural and sports venues. Because we share the campus with two other institutions, our students have access to facilities and resources comparable to those of much larger public universities. They also enjoy the wide array of internship and job opportunities available in the vital, growing metropolitan area.
If hands-on design interests you, you will find mechanical engineering to be a broad field — one that covers numerous industries including automotive, appliance, bioengineering, chemical and material processing, energy, computers, electronics, and aerospace. But the work of mechanical engineers isn’t confined to the lab. They protect the public by designing safe, strong, and reliable products, and they respect the environment as well, with some working in economical, nonpolluting fuel development.
Location North Classroom Building, Room 3502 1200 Larimer Street Contacts 303.556.8516 www.cudenver.edu/mechanical
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University of Colorado Denver College of Engineering and Applied Science Bachelor‘s Degree Program
Professors Peter E. Jenkins, PhD, PE Purdue University Specialties: turbomachinery, engines, energy conversion, thermal/fluid sciences
L. Rafael Sanchez, PhD Michigan Technological University Specialties: CAD/CAM design and manufacturing, metal formability, friction/wear studies, prototyping modeling, measurement systems, experimental techniques, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Mechanical Engineering
Faculty Chair Samuel W. J. Welch, PhD Program Assistant Petrina Morgan
What is the program like? At the University of Colorado Denver, the program in mechanical engineering introduces you to the latest technologies in computer-aided design, computer-controlled equipment, and computer data acquisition. You will gain hands-on experience in the required laboratory courses, including labs on the properties of engineering materials, measurements, fluid mechanics, and your own senior design project. Our curriculum will also give you a strong background in theory and analysis in numerical methods and finite element analysis. All students must complete certain basic design courses, which will help you as you focus on design even in your technical elective courses. In your senior year, you can choose areas of study from the following areas or combination of areas: ■
thermodynamics and heat transfer
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dynamics and control systems
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fluid mechanics and solid mechanics
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energy systems and thermal design
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material science and composites
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mechanical systems design and manufacturing bioengineering
As a senior, you may also choose higherlevel mathematics courses to help you prepare for graduate study. Many seniors conduct their design projects in conjunction with local industry, and many participate in the Society of Automotive Engineers’ mini-baja vehicle and humanpowered vehicle competitions.
Concurrent Bachelor’s/Master’s Degrees Students wishing to obtain a BS degree with a major in mechanical engineering and either the MS or MEng degree in mechanical engineering may do so with up to six semester hours of 5000-level or above courses applying to both degrees. The 5000-level courses must meet the degree requirements for the graduate degree sought and must be suitable technical electives for the BS. This option is open only for students seeking both degrees at UCD. Students must meet admission requirements to be accepted into the graduate program. Completion of two 5000-level courses does not guarantee admission into the graduate program. Please see an Engineering Student Services advisor for restrictions and guidelines. What courses can I expect to take each year? Freshman Year First Semester Credit Hours CHEM 1130 Engineering General Chemistry 5 ENGR 1025 Engineering Graphics and CAD MATH 1401 Calculus I ENGL 1020 Core Composition I (See Note 1) Total Second Semester MATH 2411 Calculus II
Credit Hours
3
MATH 2421 Calculus III
4
PHYS 2331 General Physics II: Calculus Based
4
PHYS 2341 General Physics Lab II
1
Total
18
3
Total
17
Second Semester ENGR 3012 Thermodynamics I MECH 2033 Dynamics (C E 3111) (See Note 3)
3 3
3
Total
15
Junior Year First Semester Credit Hours MECH 3010 Elementary Numerical Methods and Programming 3
Senior Year First Semester Credit Hours MECH 3145 Manufacturing Processes Design 3 MECH 4023 System Dynamics II: Controls
3
MECH 4035 Senior Design I
3
MECH Technical Elective (See Note 2)
3
Core Curriculum Course (See Note 1)
3
Total
15
Second Semester MECH 4045 Senior Design II
Credit Hours
3
MECH Technical Electives (See Note 2)
3
MECH 3021 Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
3
3
MECH 3022 Thermodynamics II
MECH Technical Electives (See Note 2)
3
3
MECH 3027 Measurements
Core Curriclum Course (See Note 1)
3
3
MECH 3028 Measurements Lab
Core Curriclum Course (See Note 1)
1
Total
15
Total Curriculum Hours
128
MECH 3043 Strength of Materials (C E 3121) (See Note 3)
3
Total
16
Our curriculum is dynamic and may change slightly from year to year. Therefore, you should meet with a departmental advisor once every semester. For additional information, see your departmental advisor and refer to the UCD catalog section on “Academic Policies of the College of Engineering and Applied Science.” In addition to planning for a sequence of courses based on prerequisites, you should plan to complete sophomore-level courses before taking junior-level courses and junior-level ME courses before starting your senior-level ME electives. Notes:
Credit Hours
14
ENGL 2030 English Composition II
1
MECH 3065 Intermediate Dynamics
Total
3
MECH 3034 Properties of Engineering Materials Lab
3
4
1
1
MECH 3042 Heat Transfer
MATH 3195 Linear Algebra and Differential Equations
PHYS 2321 General Physics Lab I
MECH 3031 Fluids/Thermal Lab
3
4
4
3
Core Curriculum Course (See Note 1)
1
4
MECH 3024 Introduction to Materials Science I
3
MECH 3032 Electric Circuits and Systems Lab
Credit Hours
3
MECH 3035 Design of Mechanical Elements
3
15
Credit Hours
3
3
3
Second Semester MECH 3023 System Dynamics I: Vibrations
Core Curriculum Course (See Note 1)
MECH 3030 Electric Circuits and Systems
PHYS 2311 General Physics I: Calculus Based
Core Curriculum Course (See Note 1)
Sophomore Year First Semester MECH 2023 Statics (C E 2121) (See Note 3)
Note 1: The Core Curriculum includes courses in English Composition I and II, humanities and social sciences, behavioral sciences, arts appreciation, multicultural diversity, and international perspectives. The BS program requires 24 credit hours of general education, not including math and science requirements. The required number of credit hours in each of the core areas and a list of recommended courses are included in the Downtown Denver Campus Catalog of Courses. For students planning to transfer courses from other universities and colleges, consult the engineering dean’s office advisor. Note 2: Students must take 12 technical elective credits. See the ME department in NC 3502 for a list of approved technical electives. Note 3: C E 2121 may be substituted for MECH 2023, C E 3111 may be substituted for MECH 2033, and C E 3121 may be substituted for MECH 3043.
