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Dept	#	Course Name [Hide course descriptions]	Credits
E37 - MASE	1001	Machine Shop Practicum	1
		Operation of basic machine tools including: lathe, drill press, grinder and mill. Student shop privilege requires completion of this practicum.
E37 - MASE	1701	Introduction To Aircraft And Spacecraft Engineering	1
		A hands-on introduction to air and space engineering. Students will work in multi-disciplinary teams on one of several on-going space engineering projects. Example projects include: Space Shuttle-based Get-Away Special Canisters: microgravity and space environment experiments, microsatellites, microprobes, and launch vehicles.
E37 - MASE	202	Computer Aided Design	3
		An introduction to computer aided engineering design in the context of mechanical and structural engineering. Students learn the fundamentals of spatial reasoning and graphical representation. Freehand sketching skills, including pictorial and orthographic views, are applied to the design process. Computer modeling techniques provide accuracy, analysis, and visualization tools necessary for the design of structures, devices and machines. Topics in include: detailing design for production, fasteners, dimensioning, tolerancing, creation of part and assembly drawings, computer aided design, analysis and optimization of parts and assemblies; solid modeling of complex surfaces, assembly modeling, assembly constraints, and interference checking.
E37 - MASE	253	Engineering Mechanics I	3
		Principles of statics, solid mechanics, force systems and equilibrium. Equivalent systems of forces and distributed forces. Applications to trusses, frames, machines, beams, and cables. Mechanics of deformable solids and indeterminate problems. Stress, strain, deflection, yield and fracture in beams, columns, and torsion members. Prerequisites: Physics 117A Co-requisites: Math 217
E37 - MASE	255	Engineering Mechanics II	3
		Review of vector algebra and calculus. Kinematics of a particle. Newton's laws and the kinetics of a particle. Work and energy. Impulse and momentum. Kinematics of rigid bodies. General theorems for systems of particles. Kinetics of rigid bodies. The inertia tensor. Prerequisites: Math 217
E37 - MASE	301	Thermodynamics	3
		Topics include: classical thermodynamics, thermodynamic properties, work and heat, first and second laws, entropy, irreversibility, availability, thermodynamic cycle analysis, mixtures of ideal gases, combustion processes and chemical equilibrium. Applications to engineering systems are discussed. Prerequisites: Chem 111A, Math 132, Phys 117A.
E37 - MASE	321	Structural Behavior And Analysis	4
		Basic theory of elasticity, basic properties of aerospace and structural materials, principles of stressed skin construction; bending, shear, and torsion of open and closed cross-section beams including shear center, structural idealization, loads, joints and fittings. Introduction to indeterminate structural analysis techniques and influence line, analysis for continuous beams, trusses and frames. Prerequisites: MASE 252 or 253
E37 - MASE	341	Fluid Mechanics	4
		Fundamental concepts of fluids as continua. Topics include: viscosity, flow fields, velocity, vorticity, streamlines, fluid statics, hydrostatic forces, manometers, conservation of mass and momentum, incompressible inviscid flow, dimensional analysis and similitude, flow in pipes and ducts, flow measurement, boundary-layer concepts, flow in open channels. Laboratory exercises focus on fluid properties and flow phenomena, calibration of equipment, acquisition and analysis of data.Prerequisites: ESE 317, MASE 255.
E37 - MASE	350	Engineering Mechanics III	3
		Selected topics in the mechanics of deformable solids, presented at a level intermediate between introductory strength of materials and advanced continuum mechanics. Lectures will discuss structural stability, inelastic material behavior (plasticity, viscoelasticity), one-dimensional structures (cables, arches, curved beams), two-dimensional structures (plates, membranes, shells), and energy methods. Prerequisite MASE 252 or 253.
E37 - MASE	361	Materials Science	4
		Introduction to the chemistry and physics of engineering materials. Topics include: atomic and molecular interpretation of physical and chemical properties, the relationships between physical and chemical properties, and performance of an engineering material. Laboratory exercises focus on the properties and structure of engineering materials. Prerequisite: Chem 111A.
E37 - MASE	400	Independent Study	6
		Independent investigation on topic of special interest. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and permission of department chair.
E37 - MASE	4101	Manufacturing Processes	3
		Manufacturing processes and machinery are explained and described. Topics include: analytical tools of machine science, heat transfer, vibrations and control theory are applied to the solution of manufacturing problems, analytical development and application of engineering theory to manufacturing problems, machine tools and automated production equipment.
E37 - MASE	411	Mechanical Engineering Design Project	3
		Feasibility study for a mechanical design project of an open-ended, original design or a creative redesign of a mechanical component or system requiring the application of engineering science principles. Feasibility is subject to economic, safety, legal, environmental, ethical, aesthetic, and other constraints in a competitive manufacturing environment. Project teams perform the detailed design and optimization of the concept developed in the feasibility study. Presentations and reports with manufacturing drawings are completed by each team. Prerequisites: MASE 311 or MASE 3701.
E37 - MASE	422	Analysis & Design Of Modern Structures II	3
		Analysis and design of concrete elements and structures for strength and deformation. Design and use of concrete beams, beam-columns, long columns, one-way and two-way slab systems, and footings as used in indeterminate frames. Exercises focus on phenomena of structural behavior analysis and design. Prerequisites: MASE 421
E37 - MASE	431	Structural Dynamics And Vibrations	4
		Free and forced vibration of multi-degree of freedom and distributed parameter mechanical systems and structures. Methods of Laplace transform, complex harmonic balance, matrix formulation, and Fourier series. Transient response of continuous systems by partial differential equations and nonlinear structural response. Laboratory experiments. Prerequisites: MASE 255, ESE 317
E37 - MASE	500	Independent Study	6
		Independent investigation on topic of special interest. Prerequisites: graduate standing and permission of the instructor.
E37 - MASE	5001	Optimization Methods In Engineering	3
		Analytical methods in design. Topics include: mathematical methods, linear and nonlinear programming, optimality criteria, fully stressed techniques for the design of structures and machine components, topological optimization, search techniques and genetic algorithms. Calculus and computer programming are prerequisites.
E37 - MASE	501	Graduate Seminar	0
		This is a required satisfactory/pass/fail course for masters and doctoral degrees. A satisfactory S grade is required for each semester of full-time enrollment. A satisfactory S grade is received by attendance at the weekly seminars.
E37 - MASE	5101	Analysis & Design Of Fluid-power Systems	3
		Design of hydraulic and pneumatic control and power systems using advanced concepts and analytical tools. Topics include: analysis of fluid flow through orifices and between parallel and inclined planes, theory of spool and flapper valves, feasibility, synthesis, analysis and applications of fluid systems, configuration of pumps, motors, fluid lines and valves, accumulators and storage devices, integration of components into systems, power systems, servo-systems, hydrostatic transmissions, performance diagrams using MATLAB and SIMULINK, design and analysis of fluid power systems.
E37 - MASE	5202	Advanced Topics For Structural Systems	3
		Advanced topics and current research on plastic design and analysis of space frames, plate and box girders and torsion in structures. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
E37 - MASE	5204	Structural Design Project	3
		A structural design project is to be proposed by the student and approved by the advisor. A preliminary report, final report and oral presentation are required, including calculations, drawings and cost estimates, if appropriate. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
E37 - MASE	5401	General Thermodynamics	3
		General foundations of thermodynamics valid for small and large systems, and for equilibrium and non-equilibrium states. Topics include: definitions of state, work, energy, entropy, temperature, heat interaction, and energy interaction. Applications to simple systems, phase rule, perfect and semi-perfect gas, bulk-flow systems, combustion, energy and entropy balances, availability analysis for thermo-mechanical power generation, and innovative energy-conversion schemes. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or permission of instructor.
E37 - MASE	5402	Radiation Heat Transfer	3
		Formulation of the governing equations of radiation heat transfer. Topics include: electromagnetic theory of radiation, properties of ideal and real surfaces, techniques for solutions of heat transfer between gray surfaces, radiation in absorbing, emitting and scattering media.
E37 - MASE	5410	Fluid Dynamics I	3
		Formulation of the basic concepts and equations governing a Newtonian, viscous, conducting, compressible fluid. Topics include: transport coefficients and the elements of kinetic theory of gases, vorticity, incompressible potential flow; singular solutions, flow over bodies and lifting surfaces, similarity methods, viscous flow, boundary layer, low Reynolds number flows, laminar and turbulent flows.
E37 - MASE	5500	Elasticity	3
		Elastic constitutive relations for isotropic and anisotropic materials. Formulation of boundary-value problems. Application to torsion, flexure, plane stress, plane strain, and generalized plane stress problems. Solution of three-dimensional problems in terms of displacement potentials and stress functions. Solution of two-dimensional problems using complex variables and conformal mapping techniques. Variational and minimum theorems.
E37 - MASE	5502	Plates And Shells	3
		Introduction to the linear theory of thin elastic plates and shells. The emphasis is on application and the development of physical intuition. The first part of the course focuses on the analysis of plates under various loading and support conditions. The remainder of the course deals mainly with axisymmetric deformation of shells of revolution. Asymptotic methods are used to solve the governing equations. Applications to pressure vessels, tanks, and domes. Prereqs: BME 240 or MASE 253; ESE 317 or equivalent.
E37 - MASE	5504	Fracture Mechanics	3
		Classical fracture and fatigue analysis and their limitations. Topics include: Griffith-Irwin, linear-elastic fracture-mechanics analysis, historical aspects, formulation of stability criteria, sub-critical crack growth, anisotropic and inhomogeneous effects, fracture-control analysis, with applications to fracture-safety analysis relating to nuclear reactors, aircraft, rotating machinery, elastic-plastic fracture- mechanics analysis and future prospects and applications. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or permssion of instructor.
E37 - MASE	5510	Finite Element Analysis	3
		Theory and application of the finite element method. Topics include: basic concepts, generalized formulations, construction of finite element spaces, extensions, shape functions, parametric mappings, numerical integration, mass matrices, stiffness matrices and load vectors, boundary conditions, modeling techniques, computation of stresses, stress resultants and natural frequencies, and control of the errors of approximation. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or permission of instructor.
E37 - MASE	5512	Composite Structures	3
		Introduction to composite materials. Topics include: anisotropic elasticity and laminate theory; beams and columns of composite materials; plates and panels; transverse shear deformation effects; twisting and stretching shear coupling; honeycomb core sandwich panels; composite shells; energy methods for statics, stability and dynamics; hygrothermal effects; strength and failure theories.
E37 - MASE	5700	Aerodynamics	3
		Fundamental concepts of aerodynamics, equations of compressible flows, irrotational flows and potential flow theory, singularity solutions, circulation and vorticity, Kutta-Joukowski theorem, thin airfoil theory, finite wing theory, slender body theory, subsonic compressible flow and Prandtl-Glauert rule , supersonic thin airfoil theory, introduction to performance, basic concepts of airfoil design. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or permission of instructor.
E37 - MASE	5703	Analysis Of Rotary-wing Systems	3
		This course introduces the basic physical principles that govern the dynamics and aerodynamics of helicopters, fans and wind turbines. Simplified equations are developed to illustrate these principles, and the student is introduced to the fundamental analysis tools required for their solution. Topics include: harmonic balance, Floquet theory and perturbation methods.
E37 - MASE	5801	Micro-electro-mechanical Systems I	3
		Introduction to MEMS. Topics will include: electronic microsensors, thermocouples, thermopiles, diodes, capacitors, and transistors, transducer principles, virtual work, electro-mechanical analysis, testing, dynamical macro-models, material properties, fabrication, and micro-machining, design principles, and case study. Prerequisites: Graduate standing or permission of the instructor.
E37 - MASE	599	Masters Research	6

E37 - MASE	600	Doctoral Research	9

E37 - MASE	883	Masters Continuing Student Status	0

E37 - MASE	884	Doctoral Continuing Student Status	0

E37 - MASE	885	Masters Nonresident	0

E37 - MASE	886	Doctoral Nonresident	0

Mechanical, Aerospace & Structural Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis
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