MEC E 300 - Mechanical Measurements

3 units (fi 8)(EITH/SP/SU, 3-1S-0)

Characterization and behavior of measuring systems. Statistics and analysis of measurement data; measurement techniques applied to fundamental mechanical engineering phenomena. Prerequisites: CIV E 270, ECE 209, STAT 235. Corequisite: MEC E 330 or MEC E 331.

MEC E 651 - Modern Robotics: Analysis and Control

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Introduction to modern robotics including mobile robots, arm manipulators, aerial drones, ground and space autonomous vehicles. Kinematic and dynamic models for modern robots. Linear and nonlinear control theory overview with applications to modern robots.

MEC E 420A - Feedback Control Design of Dynamic Systems

1.5 units (fi 8)(EITH/SP/SU, 3-0-3/2)

Design of linear feedback control systems for command-following error, stability, and dynamic response specifications. PID, Root-locus, frequency response and design techniques. An introduction to structural design limitations. Examples emphasizing Mechanical Engineering systems. Some use of computer aided design with MATLAB/Simulink. Controls Lab - control of mechanical systems. Prerequisites: MEC E 390. Credit can only be granted for one of MEC E 420, ECE 362, CH E 448.

MEC E 420B - Feedback Control Design of Dynamic Systems

1.5 units (fi 8)(EITH/SP/SU, 3-0-3/2)

Design of linear feedback control systems for command-following error, stability, and dynamic response specifications. PID, Root-locus, frequency response and design techniques. An introduction to structural design limitations. Examples emphasizing Mechanical Engineering systems. Some use of computer aided design with MATLAB/Simulink. Controls Lab - control of mechanical systems. Prerequisites: MEC E 390. Credit can only be granted for one of MEC E 420, ECE 362, CH E 448.