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MECH 100
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Graphics I
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1.0
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FS
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Corequisites: MECH 100L.
Introduction to engineering graphics. Orthographic projection, auxiliary views, isometric views, dimensioning, tolerancing, drawing standards, working drawings, free-hand sketching, solid modeling. 1 hour discussion.
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MECH 100L
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Graphics I Laboratory
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1.0
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FS
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Corequisites: MECH 100.
Introduction to solid modeling using a parametric, feature-based application software, SolidWorks. Solid modeling of parts and assemblies, detail and assembly drawings. 3 hours laboratory.
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MECH 140
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Introduction to Design and Automation
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2.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: MATH 119 or GE Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning Ready, first-year freshmen who successfully completed trigonometry and precalculus in high school can meet this prerequisite by achieving a score that meets department guidelines on the calculus readiness exam.
This course is also offered as
MECA 140.
Introduces the design process and fundamentals of automation. Hands-on use of sensors, pneumatics, stepper motors, bearings, couplings, gears, belts, pulleys, and framing materials. Topics include AC and DC motor control, simple electrical circuits, machine controllers, PLC programming, testing and analysis of results, budgeting, and bills of materials. Teams design and build a proof-of-concept system to verify their design. 1 hour discussion, 3 hours laboratory.
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MECH 198
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Special Topic
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1.0
-3.0
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INQ
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Special topic generally offered one time only. Different sections may have different topics. See the Class Schedule for specific topic being offered. 3 hours lecture.
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MECH 200
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Graphics II
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2.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: MECH 100 and MECH 100L.
A study of advanced topics in Engineering Graphics. Concepts include drawing standards, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, working drawings, model based definition, intermediate to advanced solid modeling, advanced assemblies, renderings, animations, equations, and design considerations. Preparation for advanced certifications in Engineering Graphics. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
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MECH 208
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Introduction to Technical Computing
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2.0
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FS
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Prerequisite: MATH 121. Recommended: PHYS 204A.
A foundation course in technical computing for engineering. Introduces commercial software commonly used in the solution of engineering problems. Application areas include kinematics and kinetics, fluid flow, thermal systems, and machine design. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
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MECH 210
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Materials Science and Engineering
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: CHEM 107 or CHEM 111, PHYS 202A or PHYS 204A.
Corequisite: MECH 210L for MECA, MECH, and AMAR majors only.
Processing, structure, properties, and performance of engineering materials. Applied knowledge of material properties as engineering design parameters. Advanced manufacturing processes, including microfabrication are discussed. 3 hours discussion.
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MECH 210L
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Materials Science and Engineering Laboratory
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1.0
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FS
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Corequisite: MECH 210 for AMAR, MECA, and MECH majors only.
Standards and procedures for materials testing. Hands-on experience with commonly used equipment for materials testing. Test data acquisition and integration for material properties. Presentation of test data and findings in technical reports. 3 hours laboratory.
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MECH 298
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Special Topic
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1.0
-3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: To be established when course is formulated.
Special topic generally offered one time only. Different sections may have different topics. See the Class Schedule for specific topic being offered. 3 hours lecture.
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MECH 306
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Equation Solving Techniques
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: MATH 260, MECH 208. Recommended: PHYS 204A.
Numerical analysis, analytical methods, and equation solving techniques for mechanical engineering design. Structured problem formulation, parametric studies, introduction to programming concepts, and optimization for design. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours activity.
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MECH 308
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Finite Element Analysis
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: CIVL 311 with a grade of C- or higher, MECH 306.
Development of finite element formulation from fundamental governing engineering equations. Coverage includes areas ranging from elasticity, vibration, and heat transfer to acoustics and composites. 3 hours lecture.
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MECH 320
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Dynamics
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: CIVL 211 with a grade of C- or higher, MATH 260.
Kinematics and dynamics of mechanical systems composed of rigid bodies. Moments and products of inertia, forces of interaction, inertia forces and torques. Equations of motion of non-planar systems. 3 hours discussion.
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MECH 332
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Thermodynamics
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: PHYS 204A.
Properties of substances, ideal gas equation of state, heat and work, first and second laws of thermodynamics, steady-state analysis of closed and open systems, entropy, gas and vapor power cycles, introduction to renewable energy sources. 3 hours discussion.
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MECH 338
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Heat Transfer
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4.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: CIVL 321, MATH 260, MECH 332. Recommended: MECH 306.
Conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer; steady-state and transient analysis methods; numerical methods applied to conduction heat transfer; design of finned arrays, systems for electronics cooling, heat exchangers, and solar collectors. 3 hours discussion, 2 hours activity.
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MECH 340
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Mechanical Engineering Design
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4.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: CIVL 311 with a grade of C- or higher, MECH 100, MECH 100L, MECH 140, MECH 210, AMAR 160. Recommended: MECH 320.
Design and performance of machine components and systems subjected to both steady and variable loading conditions. Failure theories, reliability, use of codes and standards, and standard design practices are introduced. Also discussed are realistic constraints for design in economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability context. A grade of C- or higher is required to pass this course. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours activity.
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MECH 389
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Industrial Internship
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1.0
-3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: Approval of faculty internship coordinator prior to off-campus assignment.
Engineering experience in an industrial setting. Minimum duration of 400 hours of work under the direct supervision of an on-site engineering supervisor. On completion of the internship, a written report prepared under the direction of a faculty member is required. This course is an elective for the BS in Mechanical Engineering, a total of 3 units must be completed to receive elective credit. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 3.0 units. Credit/no credit grading.
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MECH 398
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Special Topic
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1.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: To be established when course is formulated.
Special topic generally offered one time only. Different sections may have different topics. See the Class Schedule for specific topic being offered. 3 hours lecture.
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MECH 399
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Special Problems
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1.0
-3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: Approval of supervising faculty member.
This course is an independent study of special problems offered for 1.0-3.0 units. See the department office for information on registering. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading.
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MECH 408
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Modeling and Simulation
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3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: MECH 200, MECH 308, MECH 338, MECH 340.
Computer modeling, simulation, and solution of engineering problems. Applications in mechanical, thermal, and fluid flow analysis. Emphasis on proper use of current commercial software and solution verification through traditional engineering analysis. 3 hours lecture.
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MECH 410
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Advanced Materials Science and Engineering
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3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: MATH 260, MECH 210. Recommended: CIVL 311.
Design, manufacture, and practical applications of advanced engineering materials. Failure analysis and prevention of material failure in mechanical design. Microfabrication of micromechanical devices. 3 hours discussion.
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MECH 424
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Mechanical Vibrations
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3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: MECH 320.
Free and forced vibrations of lumped parameter systems, transient vibrations, systems with several degrees-of-freedom. 3 hours discussion.
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MECH 430
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Nanoscale Science and Engineering
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3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: CHEM 111, MECH 210, and PHYS 204B, or consent of the instructor.
This course introduces students to the interdisciplinary field of nanoscale science and engineering including the areas of engineering, materials science, chemistry, and physics. The topics covered include advanced materials, synthesis and modification of nanomaterials, properties of nanomaterials, materials characterization, nanofabrication methods, and applications. It has three modules which are formal lectures, guest speakers, and projects. For the projects student learn to conduct a literature search on a given topic and are asked to present their project. They further have a chance to propose their own ideas for potential applications and are asked to give detailed methodology to execute the project. 3 hours discussion. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 9.0 units.
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MECH 432
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Energy Systems
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4.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: MECH 338.
Thermodynamics of power cycles, refrigeration, air-conditioning, and combustion processes; analysis, design, and testing of systems involving both conventional and renewable energy sources for power generation, heating, and cooling applications. 3 hours discussion, 3 hours laboratory.
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MECH 433
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Solar Energy Engineering
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3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: CIVL 321; EECE 211; MECH 338 (may be taken concurrently).
This introductory course covers the design and operation of solar photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal systems. Foundational topics include solar radiation characteristics, solar materials, and heat transfer. Solar PV systems include cell operations, I-V characteristics, module design, maximum power-point tracking, charge controllers, batteries, inverters, design of grid-tied and off-grid systems, and system performance evaluation. Solar thermal systems include flat-plate collectors, concentrating collectors, passive and active solar water heating, solar space heating and cooling, and solar thermal power systems. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours activity.
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MECH 435
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Low Speed Aerodynamics
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3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: CIVL 321, MATH 260.
Recommended: MECH 306. Flow around elementary shapes, concepts of flow circulation, lift and drag. Incompressible inviscid flows around thin airfoils and wings of finite span. 3 hours discussion.
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MECH 440AW
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Capstone Design I (W)
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3.0
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FS
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GW
W
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Prerequisites: GE Oral Communication (A1) requirement; GE Written Communication (A2) requirement; MECH 200; MECH 340 with a grade of C- or higher. Recommended: MECA 380, MECH 308, MECH 338.
Design methods applied to mechanical system in group design projects. Project definition, planning, and management. Design for manufacture, cost considerations, budgets, and teamwork. Oral and written presentation of design results. Initial stage of the capstone design project to be continued in MECH 440B. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours supervision. This is an approved Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement course; a grade of C- or higher certifies writing proficiency for majors. This is an approved Writing Course.
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MECH 440B
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Capstone Design II
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisite: MECH 440AW. Recommended: MECA 380, MECH 308, MECH 338.
Continuation of the capstone design project from MECH 440AW including fabrication, testing, and evaluation of a working prototype. Impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal context. Ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering including continuing self-education and career development. Must be taken the semester immediately following MECH 440AW. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours supervision.
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MECH 498
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Special Topic
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1.0
-3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: To be established when course is formulated.
Special topic generally offered one time only. Different sections may have different topics. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered. 3 hours lecture.
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MECH 499
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Special Problems
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1.0
-3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: Approval of supervising faculty member.
This course is an independent study of special problems offered for 1.0-3.0 units. See the department office for information on registering. 3 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading.
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MECH 499H
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Honors Project
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3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: Completion of 12 units of upper-division MECH courses, faculty permission.
Open by invitation to MECH majors who have a GPA among the top 5% of MECH students based upon courses taken at CSU, Chico. This is an "Honors in the Major" course; a grade of B or better in 6 units of MECH 499H certifies the designation of "Honors in the Major" to be printed on the transcript and the diploma. If taken twice, prerequisite to the second semester is a grade of B or better in the first semester. Each 3-unit course will require both formal written and oral presentations. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MECH 697
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Independent Study
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1.0
-3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: Approval of supervising faculty member.
This course is a graduate-level independent study offered for 1.0-3.0 units. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MECH 698
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Advanced Topic
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1.0
-3.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: To be established when course is formulated.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 3.0 units.
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MECH 699P
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Master's Project
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1.0
-6.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: Approval of supervising faculty member.
Independent study leading to a Master's Thesis of a special problem approved by student's graduate advisory committee. See the department office for registration procedure. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading.
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MECH 699T
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Master's Thesis
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1.0
-6.0
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INQ
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Prerequisites: Approval of supervising faculty member.
Independent study leading to a Master's Thesis of a special problem approved by student's graduate advisory committee. See the department office for registration procedure. 9 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading.
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