Introduction to graphics programs, introduction to computer aided design, familiarization with computer graphics hardware and software. Measurement theory, instrumentation, experiment design, data analysis and report writing. Measurement theory, instrumentation, experiment design, data analysis and report writing. An analytical or experimental study of problems or subjects of immediate interest to a student and faculty member and which is intended to develop student capability for independent research or application of engineering science and technology. After completion of the project a report is required.
Maximum credit is three hours.
Approval of an outline of the proposed project by the instructor and department chair. Introduction to numerical methods for solution of mechanical engineering problems by use of digital computers. An introduction to the mechanics of fluid flow. The principles of conservation of mass, momentum and energy are developed in differential and integral form. Laws of dimensional analysis and similitude are presented as the basis for empirical correleations.