The course covers selected topics of advanced engineering mathematics and their applications to engineering.    The topics include analytical and numerical solutions of ordinary and partial differential equations, vector differential calculus and integral theorems, probability and statistics, and optimization.

   Advanced techniques and analysis involving microcomputers, finite elements, finite differences. May be repeated for credit when the subject matter varies.

   General analysis of stress and strain, equations of equilibrium and compatibility, stress and strain relations, two dimensional stress problems, elastic energy principles, thermo-elastic problems. May be repeated for credit when the subject matter varies.

   Topics in mechanical vibrations including an introduction to the theory of vibrations, mechanical vibration analysis methods using simulation based design, mechanical vibration measurement and monitoring, interpretation of vibration measurements data and other mechanical vibration topics as appropriate.

   Multivariate Statistics, Genetic Algorithm, and empirical modeling tools such as Partial Least Squares, Monotonic/Bounded Derivative Neural Network, and Inferential Property Estimation using state-of-the-art computer software. These modeling tools take advantage of the large amount of process data now available in process plants for data mining.

   Introduction to basic concepts underlying computational fluid dynamics (CFD) including derivation of governing equations, discretization methods, grid generation, solution algorithms, numerical solution methods, error prediction, and interpretation of numerical results. A commercial CFD software package, CFX, is use to solve practical engineering fluid flow problems.

   Fundamental principals of combustion theory and their applications in different engineering problems such as furnaces, automotive engines, gas turbines, and rockets. Topics covered include thermo chemistry, fuels, chemical kinetics, conservation equations for reacting flows, premixed and diffusion flames, droplet burning, and pollutant emissions, introduction to numerical modeling of combustion and combustion measurement techniques.

    Prerequisite: Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics.

   Introduction to ProEngineer. The analysis and the utilization of state of the art computer hardware and software to solve the problems associated with the utilization of computers in both graphics and engineering design.

   101, 5201, 5301 Special Topics

   An investigation into specialized study in advanced areas of engineering under guidance of a faculty member. This course may be repeated for credit when topics of investigation differ.


   5110 Seminar

   Discussion of ethical, professional, and technical topics related to the practice of civil engineering. Presentation
of oral and written reports.

   5311 Heat Transfer Analysis

   Fundamental principles of heat transfer by conduction, convection and radiation. Emphasis will be given to the
analysis of problems combining the various heat transfer mechanisms.

   5348 Advanced Air Pollution Control

   Air pollution control and design principles; VOC incineration; gas absorption; air pollution and atmospheric
dispersion modeling; particulate matter; cyclones, electrostatic precipitators; fabric fi lters and scrubbers; control
of nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides.

   5390-5391 Thesis
 
   Prerequisite: Approval of graduate advisor. Must complete both for required 6 credits.
 

   6110 Professional Seminar

   Advanced topics suitable for research along with research procedures will be discussed. Field study organization
and content together with doctoral research problems and progress will be presented. Topics will vary each
semester and course may be repeated for credit. Registration and completion for three semesters is required of all
doctoral candidates.

   6310 Design Projects

   May be repeated for credit when the subject matter varies.

   Prerequisite: Admission to candidacy.
 

   6320 Justification of Engineering Projects

   The preparation of proposals for advanced engineering work. The student will be given individual assistance in
preparing a proposal for his field study.

   Prerequisite: Approval of advisory committee.
 

   6349 Engineering Applications of AI/Expert Systems

   An in-depth study of the effective utilization of Artifi cial Intelligence/Expert Systems as applied to engineering
problems. Projects assigned will involve the design and development of software systems to solve discipline-specific problems using available AI languages and expert system shells.

   6369 Computer Methods of Engineering Optimization

   Formulation, solution and implementation of optimization models such as linear programming, dynamic programming, integer programming, quadratic programming, convex programming, geometric programming and
unconstrained optimization for analyzing complex systems problems in industry. One or more software packages
will be used to execute the algorithms presented throughout the course.

   Prerequisite: A graduate course in operations research.

   6389 Computer-Aided Software Engineering

   Analysis and utilization of computer software to solve engineering design problems. Applications on the CAD/CAE and various other systems will be emphasized.
 

   6601 Engineering Practice

   An internship period under personal supervision. Approval must be obtained from the student’s graduate committee. Usually, a formal proposal will be required. May be taken for either six or 12 hours credit per semester. Must be repeated for credit until fi eld study is completed. Total credit: six semester hours per section.
 

   6602 Engineering Practice
  

An internship period under personal supervision. Approval must be obtained from the student’s graduate committee. Usually, a formal proposal will be required. May be taken for either six or 12 hours credit per semester. Must be repeated for credit until fi eld study is completed. Total credit: six semester hours per section.