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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • MAT 451 - Dynamical Systems


    A study of the nature and behavior of solutions of linear and nonlinear systems of differential and difference equations through mathematical analysis and the use of available menu-driven PC software. For students in mathematics and the sciences. Some knowledge of vectors and matrices and some familiarity with personal computers is recommended.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 258 or MAT 259 or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 452 - Complex Analysis


    An introduction to functions of complex variables including differentiation, integration, series, mappings and applications.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 228.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 453 - Partial Differential Equations I


    Introduction to general properties of partial differential equations followed by solutions of specific equations. Techniques include eigen function expansions, operational methods, and Green’s functions.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 259 or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 454 - Partial Differential Equations II


    A continuation of MAT 453.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 453.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 463 - Introduction to Abstract Algebra I


    A study of algebraic systems characterized by specific axiom systems. Begins with a study of sets theory, functions, and operations, and continues with topics selected from group theory, ring theory, and linear algebra.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 261 and MAT 262.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 464 - Introduction to Abstract Algebra II


    A continuation of MAT 463, with emphasis on properties of rings and fields and culminating in Galsis Theory.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 463.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 465 - Theory of Numbers


    Elementary properties of integers including divisibility, prime and composite numbers, uniqueness of prime factorization, Diophantine equations, congruences and continued fractions.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 261 or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 471 - Differential Geometry


    The application of multivariable calculus to the study of curves, surfaces and their higher-dimensional analogues.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 228 and in either MAT 258 or MAT 262.

    Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 475 - Higher Geometry


    Topics include: constructions, Euclidean properties, Ceva’s and Menelaus’ theorems with applications–Desargues’, Pappus’ and Pascal’s theorems, isometries, axiometric approach to one of the geometries, algebraic models for geometry, Klein’s Erlanger program, classical construction problems.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 228 or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 481 - Discrete Mathematics


    Primarily designed for both mathematics and computer science majors. While the calculus-based mathematics of classical engineering and physical science is essentially “continuous,” the finite mathematics of computer science and some social sciences is essentially “discrete” or “combinatorial.” MAT 481 is an introductory course offered in this spirit. Topics covered typically include graphs and networks, analysis of algorithms, generating functions and recurrence relations, graph coloring, satisfiability, computational complexity, automata and languages, Turing machines and computability, and a brief introduction to the theory of NP-completeness.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 261 or MAT 262 or Department permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 486 - Biological Modeling and Simulation


    Mathematical and computational models primarily from population biology and epidemiology, including deterministic and stochasitc, discrete- and continuous-time, and spatial and network models.  A software package such as Matlab or R will be used for simulations and visualization, and for additional topics such as vectorized calculations, function optimization, and differential equation solvers, which have a wide variety of applications in the sciences and engineering.  Some basic familiarity with probability is recommended.

    Prerequisites: Permission

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 487 - Numerical Analysis


    An introduction to computational methods for solving numerical problems.  Topics such as interpolation, systems of linear or nonlinear equations, numerical integration, eigenvalues, optimization, ordinary and partial differential equations are considered.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT 127 or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 101 - Introduction to Mechanical Engineering


    Introduces first-year and transfer students to the Mechanical Engineering Department. Topics include the curriculum, the faculty, the department’s resources and the profession in general. Students will be introduced to typical problems in Mechanical Engineering whose solution may require experimental, analytical or numerical techniques. A teamwork approach will be emphasized. Lec 1. (Fall.)

    (Pass/Fail Grade Only.)

    Prerequisites: Mechanical Engineering majors only or permission. 

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 1

  
  • MEE 120 - Engineering Graphics and Computer Aided Design


    An introduction to engineering graphics and computer-aided design (CAD) using a 3D solid modeling software package. Topics include geometric construction, sketching, orthographic projection, isometric, sectional and detailed views, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, engineering drawings and assemblies. Drawing and CAD laboratory classes will consist of short demonstrations, lectures and exercises and student work period. Rec ( 1 hour), Lab (2 hours)

    Prerequisites: MEE major or permisson

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 2
  
  • MEE 150 - Applied Mechanics: Statics


    A study of force systems and equilibrium, structural models, friction, distributed forces. Designed to develop the ability to analyze and solve engineering problems. Rec 3. (Fall and Spring.)

    Prerequisites: MAT 126.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 230 - Thermodynamics I


    Covers energy and energy transformations, the First and Second Laws applied to systems and to control volumes, thermodynamic properties of systems, availability of energy. Rec 3. (Fall and Spring.)

    Prerequisites: MAT 127.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 231 - Thermodynamics II


    A continuation of MEE 230 and includes thermodynamics of mixtures, chemical thermodynamics, thermodynamics of fluid flow, vapor and gas cycles, applicable to compressors, internal combustion engines and turbines. Computers used. Rec 3 (Spring.)

    Prerequisites: COS 220 or ECE 177; and a grade of C or better in MEE 230.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 251 - Strength of Materials


    The principles of solid mechanics and their applications to practical problems, stresses and deflections in axial loading, torsion, beams, columns, combined stresses. Rec 3. (Fall and Spring.)

    Prerequisites: MAT 127 and a grade of C or better in MEE 150.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 252 - Statics and Strength of Materials


    The basic principles of statics and their applications in strength of materials. Emphasis on equilibrium of various systems, stresses and deformations of axially loaded members, connections, circular shafts, beams and columns. Rec 3 (Fall and Summer.)

    Prerequisites: MAT 127.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 270 - Applied Mechanics: Dynamics


    Motion of particles and rigid bodies, impulse and momentum, work and energy and simple harmonic motion, force, mass and acceleration. Rec 3. (Fall and Spring.)

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 150; or MEE 252.

    Corequisites: MAT 228

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 320 - Materials Engineering and Science


    The principles of material science with emphasis on the relationship between structure and properties and their control through composition, mechanical working and thermal treatment. Rec 3. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 230 and in MEE 251.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 341 - Mechanical Laboratory I


    An introduction to experiment design, data analysis, laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and calibration of equipment. Application to thermodynamics, mechanics of materials, fluid mechanics and metallurgy. Rec 1, Lab 3. (Spring.)

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.

    Prerequisites: MAT 258, MEE 360, and a grade of C or better in MEE 251.

    Corequisites: ECP 341

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 360 - Fluid Mechanics


    An introduction to fluid mechanics including fluid statics, kinematics, Bernoulli equation, viscous flows, dimensional analysis and similitude and external flows. Rec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 230 and in MEE 270

    Corequisites: MAT 258 or MAT 259

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 370 - Modeling, Analysis and Control of Mechanical Systems


    Introduces the student to a unified approach to abstracting real mechanical, thermal and hydraulic systems into proper models to meet design and control system objectives. Topics include modeling of lumped mechanical, thermal and fluid systems, Laplace transforms and transfer function representation, free and forced response of second order linear time-invariant systems, frequency response, actuators and sensors, compensation and design of feedback control systems with emphasis on mechanical engineering applications. Includes laboratory experimentation. (Fall.) Rec 3.

    Prerequisites: ECE 209, MAT 258, and a grade of C or better in MEE 270.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 380 - Design I


    Kinematical design of machines. Rec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 270.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 381 - Design II


    Advanced concepts in mechanics of materials, stress concentration. Design of mechanical components subjected to static and fatigue loads. Synthesis and selection of various machine components including shafts, bearing, gears and gear trains, screws, fasteners and springs. Design project. Rec 3

    Prerequisites: MEE 120 and a grade of C or better in MEE 251.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 394 - Mechanical Engineering Practice


    Full-time engineering work with companies participating in the Mechanical Engineering Department Cooperative Education Program. (Fall, Spring and Summer.)

    (Pass/Fail Grade Only.)

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Summer

    Credits: 3

  
  • MEE 432 - Heat Transfer


    The fundamental laws of heat transfer by conduction, convection and radiation. Applied to the study of engineering problems via analytical, numerical, and graphical techniques. Rec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites: MAT 258 and MEE 360.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 433 - Solar-Thermal Engineering


    Introduces solar energy collection and use as process thermal energy. Includes performance analysis of solar collectors and thermal energy storage devices both separately and as a combined system. Rec 3.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 230.

    Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 434 - Thermodynamic Design of Engines


    Thermodynamic design of internal combustion engines to meet specified energy conversion requirements.  Teaches the influence of fuel and air combustion on  getting work output from the fuel’s internal energy and the importance of engine breathing through valves and ports on getting desired power and torque outputs at specified operating conditions.

    Prerequisites: MEE 231.

    Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 442 - Mechanical Laboratory II


    A continuation of MEE 341. Mechanical engineering problems in a laboratory setting. (Fall) Lab 3.

    Prerequisites: MEE 231, MEE 341 or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 2
  
  • MEE 443 - Mechanical Laboratory III


    A continuation of MEE 442. Mechanical engineering problems in a laboratory setting (Spring). Lab 3.

    Prerequisites: MEE 231, MEE 341, MEE 442 or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 2
  
  • MEE 444 - Robot Dynamics and Control


    Review of geometries of robots, Cartesian, cylindrical, spherical, revolute, tensor and snake like robotic manipulators, robot drive systems, resolution, accuracy and repeatability, robotic laboratory set up, some existing computer based industrial robots, areas for robot applications, comparative cost of automation by robots and some robotics statistics.  Review of kinematics design of robots, Denavit-Hartenberg transformation of position and orientation, Euler angles representations, roll, pitch and yaw, homogeneous transformations, D-H representations, kinematic equations for manipulators, end effector specifications, kinematics equations for Stanford, PUMA and Rhino XR-2 manipulators, solving kinematics equations by direct and inverse methods, singular and degenerate solutions, and kinematics characteristics of work space.  Dynamics, design and control of robotic manipulators, position and speed control of robots, Newton-Euler dynamic modeling, Lagrarian dynamic modeling, Bond-graph dynamic modeling, dynamic equations for some manipulators, recursive equations of motion, computational algorithms, robotic control theories, steady state servo control for manipulators, error controlled systems, some structural design considerations, voltage-torque conversion, open and closed loop control systems, feed back control of positional vibrations of manipulators and static and dynamic forces in robots.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 270; and MEE 380

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 445 - Aeronautics


    An introduction to dynamics and performance of aircraft flight.  Topics include aerodynamics, wing theory, torques, stability and trim, propulsion, actuation and control.

    Prerequisites: MAT 258, a grade of C or better in MEE 270, and either ECE177 or COS 220

    Course Typically Offered: Fall, Even Years

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 446 - Astronautics


    An introduction to the design and operation of spacecraft systems.  Topics include kinematics and relative orientation of different coordinate systems, orbital mechanics, maneuvers and transfers, Rigid-body dynamics and propulsion concepts.  Also, an introduction to GPS is provided.

    Prerequisites: MAT 258, a grade of C or better in MEE 270, and either ECE 177 or COS 220

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 447 - Flight Dynamics, Modeling and Control of Aircraft and Space Vehicles


    Provides an introduction to the flight dynamics, modeling and fundamental control aspects of aerospace vehicles, including spacecraft and atmospheric vehicles.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 270, MAT 258, either COS 215 or COS220, MEE 445 or MEE 360, and MEE 446 or MEE 370 or MEE 444 - or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 448 - Fixed Wing Aircraft Design


    The conceptual design of a fixed-wing aircraft to satisfy given specifications, including elements of initial sizing, geometry selection (or vehicle configuration), aerodynamics, propulsion integration, stability and control, loads, structures, manufacturability, and cost analysis. Students will apply design skills in a semester long design project.

    Prerequisites: MEE 120, MEE 251, MEE 270, and MEE 360

    Course Typically Offered: Spring, odd years.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 450 - Mechanics of Composite Materials


    Introduction to the behavior of composite materials and their use in engineering structures; fabrication methods, behavior and properties of the constituent fibers and matrices, micromechanical predictions of composite properties, anisotropic elasticity, behavior of composite laminae, classical lamination theory, failure theories, composite beams and plates, material characterization and introduction to the design of composite structures.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 251

    Course Typically Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 453 - Experimental Mechanics


    Experimental methods and techniques for analysis of stress and displacement. Also covers electric strain gages, brittle lacquers, mechanical and optical strain gages, and introduction to photoelasticity. Rec 2, Lab 2.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 251.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 455 - Advanced Strength of Materials


    Considers limitations of elementary stress formulas, theories of failure, unsymmetrical bending, beams, plates, torsion of non-circular bars, thick-walled cylinders, stress concentrations, energy methods. Introduces theory of elasticity. Rec 3.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MEE 251.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 456 - Introduction to the Finite Element Method


    An introduction to the finite element methods including matrix operations, interpolation functions, basic element types, and implementation to problems in mechanical engineering including simple structures, plane stress, heat transfer and fluid mechanics. Rec 3. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites: MAT 258 and a grade of C or better in MEE 251.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 462 - Fluid Mechanics II


    A continuation of MEE 360 including boundary-layer flows, inviscid incompressible flows, compressible flows and selected topics. Rec 3.

    Prerequisites: MEE 360.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring, Odd Years

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 471 - Mechanical Vibrations


    Examines free and forced vibrations with viscous damping for discrete and continuous mass systems as well as derivation and application of energy methods. (Spring.) Rec 3.

    Prerequisites: MAT 258 and a grade of C or better in MEE 270.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 475 - Fuel Cell Science and Technology


    A study of the basic operating principles of fuel cells, the different types of fuel cells, fuel reforming and power conditioning, and the efficiency, performance and application of fuel cell systems. (This course is identical to MET 475.)

    Prerequisites: MET 236 or MET 433 or a grade of C or better in MEE 230 or PHY 462;  and CHY 121 or permission

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 480 - Wind Energy Engineering


    This course presents the theory and design of modern wind turbines. Theoretical aspects of the course cover the fundamentals of assessing the aerodynamic loads and efficiency of a wind turbine. Design procedures for wind turbines are outlined with an emphasis on maximizing performance, assuring structural integrity and minimizing the cost of energy. Current trends in offshore wind are also covered as well as the social and environmental issues of a burgeoning wind energy industry.

    Prerequisites: MAT 258 and C or better in MEE 251.

    Corequisites: CIE 350 or MEE 360.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring, Even Years

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 483 - Turbomachine Design


    Topics include: the theory and design of turbomachinery flow passages, control and performance of turbomachinery, gas-turbine engine processes. Rec 3.

    Prerequisites: MEE 230, MEE 360

    Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 484 - Power Plant Design and Engineering


    A study of power station engineering and economy, including design, construction and operation theory of steam, internal-combustion, and hydroelectric power plants. Introduction to nuclear power plants, solar energy, fuel cells, and associated problems. Rec 3.

    Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MEE 230 and MEE 231

    Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 486 - Refrigeration and Air Conditioning System Design


    Examines methods of producing artificial low temperatures including refrigeration for controlled-temperature applications in comfort air conditioning and for industrial manufacturing processes. Rec 3.

    Prerequisites: MEE 231.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall, Even Years

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 487 - Design III


    Design of mechanical engineering systems components, including problem definition, analysis, synthesis and optimization. Engineering ethics.

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement. Must be taken in series with MEE 488 to meet the Capstone Experience requirement. Neither course alone satisfies the requirement.

    Prerequisites: MEE 231, MEE 381

    Corequisites: MEE 432 or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 4
  
  • MEE 488 - Design IV


    Design of mechanical engineering systems, including problem definition, analysis, synthesis and optimization. (Spring.)

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement. Must be taken in series with MEE 487 to meet Capstone Experience requirement. Neither course alone satisfies the requirement.

    Prerequisites: MEE 231, MEE 381, MEE 432.

    Corequisites: ECP 488

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 4
  
  • MEE 489 - Offshore Floating System Design


    The course introduces the basics of naval architecture and offshore engineering design concepts to senior engineering students. A broad introduction is provided on the topics of floating platform stability, structural strength, global performance, mooring systems and installation. Use of industry guest lecturers will complement regular lectures for the course. Emphasis is placed on applying recommended practices by regulatory bodies into hands-on design projects.

    Prerequisites: MEE 360 and MEE 380 or Permission of Instructor.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall, Even Years

    Credits: 3
  
  • MEE 498 - Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering


    Topics in mechanical engineering not regularly covered in other courses. Content varies to suit needs. May be repeated for credit, with departmental permission.

    Prerequisites: permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • MES 101 - Introduction to Maine Studies


    An interdisciplinary approach to the study of Maine through sources in history, literature, political science, Native American studies, Franco American studies, and other fields.  The unifying theme is the significance of locality in understanding the interaction between the landscape and the people.  How does the Maine landscape shape people’s choices?  How do the people use the state’s landscape and resources?  How do social, demographic, cultural, and environmental factors shape this relationship throughout history?  The activities examined include farming, fishing, lobstering, and lumbering.  How have commercial interests intersected with environmental concerns?  The cultures considered include Native American, early Anglo settlers, later Irish and Franco immigrants, and more recent immigration and refugee communities.

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Population and the Environment and Writing Intensive Requirements.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • MES 201 - The Maine Coast


    Provides an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the culture and environment of the Maine coast.  Uses sources in art, history, literature, economics, Native American studies, African American studies, and other fields.  The unifying theme is the significance of locality in understanding the interaction between the Maine coast and the people.  How has the coastal topography shaped human activity there?  How have artists and writers helped constuct the Maine coast in the popular imagination?  How do the people - both currently and in the past - use the state’s coastal landscape and resources?  How do social, demographic, cultural, and environmental factors shape this relationship throughout history?  Examines industries such as granite, lime, fishing, shipping, ship building, and tourism, to explore how these commercial interests intersect with environmental concerns and link Maine to the global markets.  Asks how further coastal development can be reconciled with the threat to the coast’s fragile environment. 

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Population and the Environment, Social Contexts and Institutions, and Writing Intensive Requirements.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • MES 301 - Rachel Carson, Maine, and the Environment


    In this course, students will take a chronological approach to the study of Rachel Carson’s life and work, reading her books in the order in which they were written, with attention to the role of “place,” specifically the Maine coast, in fostering her achievement as a nature writer and in shaping her vision as an environmentalist.  Some of the questions the course will pose and attempt to answer are: what role did the Maine coast play in enabling Carson to understand the importance of the conservation of “wild” spaces?  In what ways did Carson’s experience of the Maine coast contribute to her knowledge and understanding of the sea - a central theme in her work - in all its physical and metaphorical dimensions?  And how did Carson’s establishment of a permanent home on the coast of Maine facilitate her development as a science and nature writer?

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Population and the Environment and Writing Intensive Requirements.

    Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered

    Credits: 3
  
  • MES 350 - Maine Women


    This interdisciplinary course examines women’s experiences in Maine, both historical and current. Through readings, writing assignments, and discussions, this course considers Maine women individually and collectively in such roles as industrial workers, reformers, performers, writers, politicians, and mothers. This course asks several major questions: How have Maine’s particular environment, culture, economy, and history shaped women’s experiences in the state? How have national movements (for example suffrage, ERA, welfare reform) shaped women’s lives in Maine? How have issues of class, race, and ethnicity intersected with gender in Maine?
     

    General Education Requirements: This course fulfills the Western Cultural Traditions or Cultural Diversity or International Perspectives General Education requirements.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MES 498 - Advanced Topics in Maine Studies


    An advanced, interdisciplinary study of Maine Studies topics.  May be taken more than once for degree credit if the topic differs.  (This course is identical to MES 520.)

    Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • MET 100 - Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Technology


    Students will cover topics relevant to succeeding as a MET student and graduate. Lec 1, Lab 2. (Fall.)

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 2
  
  • MET 107 - Machine Tool Laboratory I


    Theory and application of fundamental metal removing processes and basic metrology and tool nomenclature. Light machine work using drill presses, lathes, milling machines and surface grinders. Lec 1, Lab 3. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites: MET 121 and MAT 122 and Mechanical Engineering Technology Majors or permission

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 121 - Technical Drawing


    An introduction to graphic symbols utilizing both manual and CADD skills applied to engineering drawings. Topics include: lettering, geometric construction, multiview drawing, sections, dimensioning and assembly drawing. Lec 2, Lab 2. (Fall and Spring.)

    Prerequisites: Mechanical Engineering Technology majors

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 126 - Machine Drawing


    Preparation of complete working drawings of a project for MET 213. Topics include: pictorial drawings, descriptive geometry, CADD, design process, dimensioning, tolerancing, fasteners, details, and assembly drawings. Lec and Lab 4. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites: MET 121.

    Corequisites: MET 107.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 150 - Statics


    The study of forces acting on particles and rigid bodies in equilibrium, trusses, centroids and centers of gravity, properties of area, friction. Lec 3. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites: MET 121 and PHY 107 and MAT 122

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 213 - Introduction to CAM


    Introduction to advanced computer aided design and computer aided manufacturing.  Covers programming and operation of computer numerical control machine tools.

    Prerequisites: MET 107 and MET 121, or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 2
  
  • MET 219 - Strength of Materials


    An introduction to machine design. A study of stress and strain in materials and bodies subjected to tension, compression, torsion and flexure as well as deflection of prismatic members, columns, combined stresses. Lec 4. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites: MET 150.

    Corequisites: TME 253

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 4
  
  • MET 220 - Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering Technology I


    Topics in engineering technology not regularly covered in other courses. Content varies to suit the needs of individuals. May be repeated for credit. (Fall and Spring.)

    Prerequisites: permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • MET 233 - Thermal Science


    A study of elementary thermodynamics including engineering calculations relative to heat, power, work and mechanical and electrical energy. Rec 3. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites: PHY 108 or PHY 112 or PHY 122

    Corequisites: TME 152 or MAT 126

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 234 - Mechanical Technology Laboratory I


    Experimental application of solid and fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics. Covers calibration of laboratory instruments. Rec 1, Lab 2. (Spring.)

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Writing Intensive Requirement.

    Prerequisites: MET 219 and MET 233.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 236 - Thermal Applications


    Applications of fundamentals studied in MET 233 including steam and gas cycles, analysis of cycle components, steam generators, pumps, turbines, compressors, heat transfer and refrigeration systems. Rec 3. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites: MET 233.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 270 - Manufacturing Technology


    Examines materials and processes for manufacturing consumer and producer goods.  Technologies include metal casting, plastics/ceramics/composites processing, and metal forging and extrusion.  Includes supporting topics in materials selection, quality control and the manufacturing enterprise.  Evening tours of manufacturing facilities may be scheduled. 

    Prerequisites: MET 121 and sophomore standing.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 312 - Machine Tool Processing II


    Manufacture and evaluation of prototype assembly, including redesign of components as needed.

    Prerequisites: MET 107 and MET 126

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 313 - CAD / CAM Projects


    Student create 2-D and 3-D CAD drawings of machined parts, create process and setup sheets for the parts, use CAD/CAM software to develop CNC programs for the parts, and use CNC machine tools to fabricate the parts.  Rec. 1, Lab. 3.

    Prerequisites: MET 107 and MET 213.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 317 - Dynamics


    A study of kinematics and kinetics of particles, including conservation of energy, conservation of momentum and impulse. Also kinematics of rigid bodies including linkages, gears and gear trains. (Fall.)

    Prerequisites: MET 150 or CET 413 and TME 253 or MAT 127.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 4
  
  • MET 320 - Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering Technology II


    Topics in engineering technology not regularly covered in other courses. Content varies to suit the needs of individuals. May be repeated for credit. (Fall and Spring.)

    Prerequisites: permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • MET 321 - Industrial Vibrations


    An introduction to applications of vibration theory in industrial design, measurement of vibrations in industrial settings, and industrial noise control principles. Lec and Lab 3.

    Corequisites: MET 317

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 325 - Fluid Flow Technology


    Examines fluid statics, dynamics and energy as well as flow measuring devices, fluid components and systems. Rec 3. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites: MET 236, MET 317 and TME 253.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 327 - Automotive Engineering


    An introduction to the analysis of automotive powertrains and related vehicle systems. The theory and design of internal combustion engines, as well as contemporary automotive power delivery systems are covered. Lec and Lab 3.

    Prerequisites: MET 236 or MET 433 and Electrical Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology majors with junior or senior standing or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 355 - Engineering Materials


    The study of the composition and behavior of materials used in engineering. Materials covered include metals, plastics, wood, ceramics, and concrete. The laboratory demonstrates the effect of heat treatment on the mechanical properties of steels. Rec 2, Lab 2. (Spring.)

    Prerequisites: CHY 121, MET 219, MET 234, Mechanical Engineering Technology major with junior standing.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 362 - Power Transmission and Control


    Covers fluid power theory and fundamentals, circuit analysis for hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mechanical and electro-mechanical power transmission design.  Selection and design of componentry for control of load.  (This course is identical to BLE 462.)

    Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 391 - Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning


    Determination of heating, ventilating and air conditioning loads for buildings and industrial processes. Heat transfer devices and applications to systems. Refrigeration for controlled-temperature applications. Heating, ventilating and air conditioning system layout and control systems. Rec 3. (Spring.)

    Corequisites: MET 236.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 394 - Mechanical Engineering Technology Practice


    Cooperative work experience in mechanical engineering technology at full-time employment for at least a ten-week period. (Fall, Spring and Summer.)

    (Pass/Fail Grade Only.)

    Prerequisites: MET 234, MET 236; junior standing or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Credits: 3

  
  • MET 427 - Energy Management


    Examination and analysis of a variety of commercial and domestic systems in order to determine energy conservation opportunities.  The concept of energy management as a method to minimize costs or maximize profits will be studied.  Builds on the fundamentals of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and economics. Lec 3.

    Prerequisites: MET 325.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 433 - Thermodynamics


    A study of thermodynamic concepts, properties and applications, including work, heat, energy, entropy, First and Second Laws, processes, cycles and systems. Rec 3. (Fall)

    Prerequisites: PHY 108 or PHY 112 or PHY 122 and TME 253 or MAT 127

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 452 - Advanced Fluid Power


    Examines the design of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits, control theory applied to fluid power actuated mechanical systems, data acquisition, transducers, computer interfacing, and programming for control. Laboratory work includes design and test of fluid power systems including programming the motion of cylinders and motors using PLC’s and personal computers. Rec 2, Lab 3.

    Prerequisites: BLE 462 or MET 362 or permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 462 - Design I


    Analysis of mechanical elements as well as applications of mechanics of materials, stress concentration, combined stresses, fatigue, and factor of safety to the design of machine components. Lec 3. (Fall.)

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement when combined with the successful completion of MET 463, MET 464 and MET 465.

    Prerequisites: MET 219

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 463 - Design II


    Continuation of MET 462 including drive components, welded connections, lubrication, bearings, gearing, miscellaneous machine elements and engineering materials. Lec 3. (Spring)

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement when combined with the successful completion of MET 462, MET 464 and MET 465.

    Prerequisites: MET 462.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 464 - Senior Design Project I


    The first of a two-course sequence providing MET seniors with a capstone learning experience. Components include project definition, research, safety, benchmarking, ergonomics, engineering analysis, and preparation of design drawings and a project presentation. Design of a capstone design project. Rec 3. (Fall.)

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience Requirement when combined with the successful completion of MET 462, MET 463 and MET 465.

    Prerequisites: MET 219; senior standing or permission.

    Corequisites: MET 462

    Course Typically Offered: Fall

    Credits: 2
  
  • MET 465 - Senior Design Project II


    Continuation of MET 464. Components include team project management,  building a prototype, testing and refining the design, and making a final design presentation. Rec 3. (Spring.)

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Capstone Experience when combined with the successful completion of MET 462, MET 463 and MET 464.

    Prerequisites: MET 464.

    Corequisites: MET 463

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 2
  
  • MET 475 - Fuel Cell Science and Technology


    A study of the basic operating principles of fuel cells, the different types of fuel cells, fuel reforming and power conditioning, and the efficiency, performance and application of fuel cell systems. (This course is identical to MEE 475.)

    Prerequisites: MET 236 or MET 433 or a grade of C or better in MEE 230 or PHY 462;  and CHY 121 or permission

    Course Typically Offered: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MET 484 - Engineering Economics


    A study of economic theory and applications in engineering and industrial organizations including capitalization, amortization, time value of money, cost comparison analysis and breakeven value. Also included are personal finance topics as applied to engineering situations and case study. Lec 3.

    Prerequisites: Senior standing in School of Engineering Technology.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MLC 175 - Multiculturalism in America


    A multidisciplinary course that investigates the nature of “American” identity through readings and essay writing, video and debate.

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement.

    Course Typically Offered: Spring, Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • MLC 190 - Topics in Modern Languages


    Specific topics determined by current interests of students and staff.  May be repeated for credit if different topic is taken.

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives Requirement.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MLC 231 - Western Tradition in Literature: Homer Through the Renaissance


    Survey of the major writers in the Western literary tradition. The development of our cultural heritage and the evolution of major literary forms. (This course is identical to ENG 231.)

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition and Artistic and Creative Expression Requirements.

    Prerequisites: 3 hours of English.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MLC 293 - Study Abroad


    Permits the granting of foreign language credit for courses taken abroad with no exact University of Maine catalog equivalent. May be repeated for credit.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • MLC 421 - World Cinema: Multiple Perspectives on Identity and Culture


    Cultural differences often lead to misunderstanding, conflict, and comical situations. Analysis of varying world views will be contextualized within discussion of national cinema and its interconnectedness to the political and socio-cultural makeup of a given country.

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Social Contexts and Institutions and Artistic and Creative Expression Requirements.

    Prerequisites: ENG 280, HTY 218, or permission of instructor.

    Course Typically Offered: Not Regularly Offered

    Credits: 3
  
  • MLC 466 - The Teaching of Modern Languages


    Includes analysis of current trends and methods, application of language learning principles to classroom procedures, theory and practice of language methodologies at different learning levels, use of technologies such as video and computers in the instructional process. For students seeking certification in foreign language teaching.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • MLC 490 - Topics in Modern Languages


    Specific topics vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites: permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • MLC 493 - Study Abroad


    Permits the granting of foreign language credit for courses taken abroad with no exact University of Maine catalog equivalent. May be repeated for credit.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • MLC 495 - Senior Project in Modern Languages


    Capstone Experience in which majors in Latin or Classical Studies (offered through the Interdisciplinary BA) apply language skills and cultural knowledge gained from all prior study.  Students work closely with faculty advisor on approved project.  Students give public presentation of the project in English.  The coursework will reflect the work of three credit hours, regardless of the number of credits taken.

    General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives, Western Cultural Traditions and Capstone Experience Requirements.

    Prerequisites: senior standing and permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • MLC 496 - Field Work in Modern Languages


    Supervised work in either the public or the private sector which is relevant to the study and use of a modern language. Requirements include an initial proposal which shows the relevance of the work experience to the student’s program in modern languages and a final report or paper.

    Prerequisites: an appropriate level of fluency as determined by the department.

    Course Typically Offered: Variable

    Credits: 1 - 12
  
  • MLC 566 - The Teaching of Modern Languages


    Includes current trends and methods in world language instruction, application of second language acquisition principles to classroom procedures, interplay of theory and practice at different proficiency levels, uses of technology in instructional process.  For individuals seeking world language teaching (re)certification.

    Prerequisites: Permission.

    Course Typically Offered: Fall & Summer

    Credits: 3
 

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