This course introduces students to theories, computational principles, and modeling techniques in analysis and design of mechanical systems. Topics include kinematic and dynamic analysis in planar motion, design of mechanical systems, numerical methods, modeling techniques, and use of computer programs in analysis and design. The course is organized into three modules that together provide three credits. Also, several computer programs will be provided to students to model, simulate, analyze, and design small-scale mechanical systems. Most of the exercises will be in the form of homework assignments.
Typical projects are large-scale application oriented problems.
Students may use the available computer programs for their project, or they may develop their own programs as part of their projects. This course is available both as a web-based course and as a regular course at The University of Arizona. The web-based course focuses more on practical issues and solution methods for commonly encountered engineering problems, where the regular course puts more emphasis on the theoretical and computational aspects. This page was last updated on September 20, 2000. Please contact the webmistress .