1. Common Engineering Courses

ENG001 - Engineering Mathematics (Calculus I)

Mathematical induction and the binominal theorem
Functions
Limits and continuity
Derivatives and rules for differentiation
Applications of differentiation
Integration
The definite and indefinite integral
Integration of simple functions

ENG004 - Engineering Mathematics (Calculus II)

Transcendental functions
Integration techniques
Improper integrals
Conic sections
Polar co-ordinates
Partial derivatives
Complex numbers
Introduction to matrices and determinants

ENG006 - Engineering Mathematics (Advanced Algebra and Differential Applications)

Ordinary first order differential equations
Linear higher order differential equations
Infinite series and Taylor's theorem

ENG007 - Engineering Mathematics (Vector Analysis)

The straight line and the plane
Space curves
derivatives and integrals of vectors
curves
the unit tangent
Arc length
Surfaces
Partial derivatives of vectors
The gradient vector
Vector fields
Vector differential operators
Line integrals
Gradient fields
Surface integrals in the plane
Green's theorem
Surface integrals in space
Centers of mass and moments of inertia
Stoke's theorem
Volume integrals
Center of mass and moments of inertia
Gauss' divergence thermo
Center of mass and moments of inertia of 1-, 2-, and 3-dimensional bodies

ENG102 - Applied Computer Programming (Matlab)

Introduction to structured programming language
Arithmetic and logic
Program flow control
Sub-program procedures and function procedures
Data types - arrays
Sets and records
Graphics
Practical applications to engineering problems
Emphasis on modular programming for engineering applications

ENG002 - Applied Mathematics (Statics)

Vectors
Forces
Sum of forces at a point
Direction cosines and direction angles
Components and component vectors
Scalar product
Vector product
Moment of a force
Force system on rigid bodies
Equivalent force systems
Couples
Line of action of resultant
Equilibrium of a rigid body
Trusses
Friction
Center of mass
Kinematics in one dimension

ENG005 - Applied Mathematics (Dynamics)

Derivatives and integers of vectors
Kinematics in one, two and three dimensions
Relative velocities
The laws of motion in a straight line with constant forces
the harmonic oscillator
Forces in the plane
Parabolic motion in a circle and other plane curves
The principle of work and energy
Power
Conservation laws
Energy
Momentum and impulse
Angular momentum
The rigid body
Determination of mass and center of mass
Rigid body kinematics
Momentums of inertia
Rigid body translation, rotation about a fixed axis and motion parallel to the plane

ENG106 - Applied Mathematics (Linear Algebra)

Vectors and matrices
Solution of linear equations
Vector spaces and subspaces
Orthogonality
Determinants
Eigen-values and eigenvectors
Linear transformations
Numerical linear algebra

ENG103 - Engineering Drawing

Projection planes
Points
Lines and planes in space
Trace points of lines and trace lines of planes
True lengths and true angles between lines and planes
True angles between planes
New projection planes
Shadows
Interpenetrations
Developments
Isometric projections
Works drawings
1st and 3rd angle projections
Line alphabet
Dimensioning
Scale view drawing layout
Auxiliary views
Hidden detail
Sections and cross-hatching

ENG003 - Engineering Physics

Geometrical optics
Principles of mechanics and heat
Properties of wave motion and the application thereof to different types of waves
Introduction to the microscopical description of matter and the implications of atomic and nuclear structure for properties of matter

ENG104 - Engineering Design Philosophy

Impact of technology on society
Influence of culture on worldview
The role of information technology
Ethics in engineering
Philosophy of science
Science and culture

2. Core Course Section 1

ENG202 - Strength of Materials I

Basic concepts
Axial forces
Bending moments and shear forces
Stresses and deformations due to axial forces
Bending moments and shear stresses
Stresses as shear forces and deformations due to torsion of round bars

MEG006 - Strength of Materials II

Stresses and strains
Relationship between stresses and strains
Transformation of stresses and strains
Bending stresses in initially curved beams
Torsion
Yield theory
Stress concentrations and fatigue

MEG002 - Thermodynamics

Concepts and definitions, units and dimensions of pure substances
Thermal state variables and equations
Specific heat, Cp and Cv
Vapors
Gas-vapor mixtures
Saturation
Use of steam tables
Phase diagrams
Heat of evaporation and fusion
Heat of reaction and solution
Ideal and non-ideal gasses
Compressibility charts
Improvements of the state equation
Short introduction to conduction, convection and radiation
Fourier's law
One-dimensional steady conduction
Mass balances
Energy, mechanical work
First law of thermodynamics
Applications to closed and open systems
Processes and cycles
Methods of problem
solution
Energy balances and combined mass and energy balances
State changes for ideal gasses
Isochoric, isobaric, isothermic, adiabatic and polytropic changes
Maximum technical work capacity and energy
Mollier diagrams
Applications of thermodynamics
Technical cycle processes
Power generation
Use of process steam
Psychometrics
Partial vapor pressure
Absolute and relative humidity
Air-conditioning and cooling towers
Cooling cycles

ENG201 - Engineering Chemistry

Basic principles
Atomic structure and chemical bonding
reactions in aqueous medium
Precipitation and complex formation and redo
Gasses
Thermo-chemistry
Engineering applications of chemical equilibrium and kinetics in corrosion
Combustion
Welding and water treatment
Inorganic and organic polymers

MEG001 - Machine Drawing

Freehand drawings
Dimensioning and tolerances
Tolerance tables
Geometric tolerances
Surface finish
Partial sections and their use in assemblies
Drawing conventions for threads, keys, castings and gears
Parts and lists

MEG003 - Materials Science I

Solid state physics
Atomic binding
Perfect crystal structure
Imperfections in crystal structure
Diffusion
Electron microscopy
Metals
Mechanical properties of metals
Dislocations and strengthening mechanisms
Cold work
Phase diagrams
Phase transformations
Iron iron-carbide phase diagram
Cooling curves
Thermal processing of metal alloys
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
Polymers
Classification
Melting point
Glass transition
Morphology
Flow viscosity
Elasticity damping and fracture of polymers and reinforced polymers
Electronic damping applications

MEG009 - Materials Science II

Failure analysis
Properties of ferrous alloys
Non-ferrous alloys
Ceramics
Polymers and composite materials
Environmental effects on engineering materials
Materials selection for engineering applications

EEL104 - Programming for Engineers (Programming in C and C++)

Introduction to C programming
C programming basics, functions, structures, control, arrays, pointers, characters and strings, input-output, file processing, data structures, processor, classes, classes and data abstraction, operator overloading, streams input-output, and templates
Introduction to object orient programming and Java
Modular division and debugging of large program systems
Internet and web

MEG004 - Workshop Technology

Steel-making processes
Heat treatment
Material tests
Basic processes like casting, forging and welding
Metrology
Cutting of metals
The lathe
Drilling machine
Milling machine
Computer integrated manufacturing
Tolerances
Limits and fits
Geometric tolerances
Cost aspects

MEG005 - Theory of Machines


Kinematics of mechanisms including multiple bar linkages and hinges
Slider-cranks
Cams and cam-followers
Lead screws
Belt drives
Gears and gear trains including planetary gear trains
Frictional clutches
Drum and disc brakes

MEG007 - Fluid Mechanics I

Physical properties of liquids and gasses
Fluid statics and manometers
Fluid kinematics
Fluid dynamics
Integral relations of a control volume
Introduction to vector analysis
Differential relations
Continuity, momentum and energy equations
Bernoulli and Navier-Stokes equations
Steam function
Similarity theory, dimensional analysis
Laminar and turbulent flow in pipes and closed channels
Friction charts
Flow in non-round channels
Losses in pipe systems
Series and parallel pipes
Pipe networks
System resistance curves
Characteristics of fans and pumps
Introduction to fluid flow over bodies
Drag, flow through packed columns
Compressible flow
Compressibility and the Mach number
Stagnation conditions
Isentropic flow
Flow with heat addition and with friction
Shock phenomena
Applications of compressible flow
Effect of area change

MEG015 - Fluid Mechanics II

Physical properties of fluids and gasses
Hydrostatic forces
Manometers
Forces on floating bodies and their stability
Center of pressure and meta-center
Integral relationship for a control volume
Bernoulli and energy equation
Conservation of angular momentum
Differential relationships for a fluid particle
Conservation equations
Introduction to vector analysis
Stream functions
Vorticity and rotation
Frictionless and irrotational flows
Dimensional analysis

MEG008 - Computer Aided Engineering


CAD and 3-D parametric solid modeling
Introduction to Matlab
Introduction to structured programming
logical expressions and branching
Return loops
Sub-programs
Data types
Structured program design

3. Core Course Section 2

EEL109 - Control Systems I

Linear feedback systems
Analysis and synthesis
Classic and state variable models
Mathematical modeling
Stability
Transient and steady state response
Closed loop design methods
Root locus
Nyquid and Bode plots
Compensation techniques

EEL114 - Control Systems II

Continuous system predictive observers
Separation principle
Sampled data control systems analysis and design
Z-transformation and discrete state variables
Pole placing for finite time response


EEL101 - Electrotechnics (Circuit Analysis)

Elementary electrical circuit laws, theorems and circuit analysis
Power and energy
The electrostatic field
Capacitance and elementary RC-circuits
Magnetism and magnetic circuits
Electromagnetism, self - and mutual induction and elementary RL - circuits

EEL112 - Electrical Energy Systems II (Electrical Machines)

Magnetic circuits
Principles of DC machines
Principles of AC machines
DC machine dynamics
Principles of synchronous machines
Single phase machines
Induction machines

MEG010 - Numerical Methods

Vector analysis
Difference equations
Zeros of functions
Interpolation and curve fitting
Numerical linear algebra
Numerical methods for the solution of ordinary elliptic and parabolic differential equations
Use of Matlab for numerical methods

MEG016 - Mechanical Vibration

Vibration of single degree of freedom systems
Formulation of mathematical models
Free and forced vibration of un-damped systems
Two and multi degree of freedom systems
Natural frequencies and modes of un-damped systems
Free and forced vibration and frequency response functions
Vibration of continuous systems
Control of vibration
Balancing
Isolation
Absorbers and vibration measurement
Vibration monitoring for maintenance practices

MEG012 - Modeling

Modeling of mechanical systems
Formulation of differential equations
Solution by means of Laplace transforms
Block diagrams and transfer functions
State-space formulation
Eigen value and stability
Simulation of mechanical systems
Programming of mathematical models in Matlab
Numerical solution of ordinary first order differential equations
Interpretation of results
Experimental system identification of model parameters

MEG013 - Electronics I

AC circuits
Phasors
RLC elements, power, resonance, diodes, design of rectifiers
The bipolar junction transistor - its operation, graphical and small signal analysis
The operational amplifier analysis and design of circuits and practical limitations
Logic
Gates
Design of combination circuits and sequential circuit components

EEL111 - Electronics II (Design with Semiconductors)

Junction FET's and MOSFET's
Frequency response of amplifiers
Ideal operational amplifiers
Current sources

MEG014 - Machine Design

Projects in which simple machines must be designed for static strength up to detail drawing level
The following elements must be present in the projects: Prescribed performance in terms of position, velocity and acceleration
Machine components such as seals and roller bearings
Chain and belt drives. Lead screws
Springs
Clutches and breaks

EEL107 - Computer Systems I

Assembler language programming
Microprocessor architecture
Bus, data, memory and input-output systems
Digital electronics design

MEG017 - Mechatronics

Control theory
Transfer functions
Feedback of linear systems
Influence of pole and zero placement on dynamic behavior
Transient response and dynamic stability
Steady state response
Error constants
Root locus techniques for stability analysis and control synthesis
Frequency response methods

MEG018 - Environmental Engineering

Fundamentals of sound and noise and standards of industrial noise
Influence of noise on the environment
Acoustics
Noise absorption and shielding
Risk assessment
Mathematics of growth
Water and air pollution standards and regulations
Alternative energy sources
Global atmospheric change and the greenhouse effect
Analysis, measurement and control of ground water and air pollution caused by mechanical systems

MEG122 - Aerodynamics

Revision of the conservation laws for steady incompressible frictionless flow
Sources
Sinks
Potential vortices and doublets
Combinations
Kutta's hypothesis and Kutta-Joukowski theorem of lift
Thin airfoil theory including camber line theory and thickness
Three dimensional lifting line theory including Prandtl-Lanchester wing model
The monoplane equation and aerodynamic derivatives
Axis-symmetric flow
Airscrew theory

4. Core Course Section 3

EEL126 - Engineering Management

Aspects of management practice including planning, organizing, staffing and training
Leadership and control
Management of matrix organizations consisting of line and project functions and speciallity staff
Project management and engineering and new product development techniques
Industrial psychology
Motivation, leadership creativity and entrepreneurial behavior
Social responsibility and ethics

EEL127 - Engineering Economy

Introduction to accounting
Balance sheet
Profit and loss account
Cash flow statements
Ratio analysis and interpretation of financial statements
Manufacturing cost analysis
Time value of money
Discounting techniques
Economic analysis of investment proposals
Taxation influence after tax analysis

5. Majors

Two majors are available. Please select either the Mechanical or the Aeronautical Major. You must also select four courses from the major of your choice.

5.1 Mechanical Major

Electives: Select 4 course from -

MEG016 - Maintenance Technology

A system approach to maintenance and its management
Maintenance strategies including condition monitoring and control of performance by ensuring contamination, leakage, fluid, chemical, physical, cavitation, temperature, wear and mechanical stability
Reliability through design, procurement, maintenance, repair, replacement and stockholding
The systematic generation of a maintenance schedule

MEG019 - Fluid Machinery

Dimensional analysis
Basic theory of fluid machinery
Water turbines
Pelton, Francis and Kaplan types
Velocity triangles
Pumps
Cavitation
Axial flow fans
Compressible flow through fluid machinery
Rothalpy
Centrifugal and axial compressors

MEG020 - Heat Transfer

Heat conduction
Analytical and numerical methods for steady and unsteady conduction
Convection
Boundary layer equations
Laminar and turbulent flow
Natural convection
Boiling and condensation
Heat exchangers
Overall transfer coefficients
Parallel transverse and cross flow
Logarithmic average temperature difference
Effectiveness-NTU calculations
Types and design principles
Radiation
Adsorption and emission
Black bodies
Emissivity
Form factors
Radiation heat transfer between surfaces
Radiation gasses
Mass transfer
Diffusion process
Transport analogies
Colburn j-factors
Combined mass and heat transfer

MEG021 - Internal Combustion Engines

Analysis of internal combustion engine cycles
Adaptations for practical applications
Combination mechanisms
Hydrocarbon fuels
Spark ignition engines
Diesel engines and engine management

MEG123 - Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Thermal principles
Air conditioning systems
Psychrometric principles and processes
Heat load calculations
Duct design
Vapor-compression cycles
Refrigeration and air conditioning system components

MEG124 - Applied Thermodynamics

Introduction
Design methodology
Engineering ethics
Review of thermodynamics
Review of fluid mechanics
Heat transfer
Application of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer
System identification and description and component design
System design
Simulation

MEG125 - Gas Turbine and Turbo-machine Design

Introduction
Review of thermodynamics
Thermodynamics of gas-turbine cycles
Diffusion and diffusers
Energy transfer in turbo-machinery
Three-dimensional velocity diagrams for axial turbo-machines
The design and performance prediction of axial-flow turbines
The design and performance of axial-flow compressors
Design methods for radial-flow turbo-machines
Convective heat transfer in blade cooling and heat-exchanger design
Gas turbine starting and control system principles
Combustion systems and combustion calculations
Mechanical design considerations
References

5.2 Aeronautical Major

Electives: Select 4 course from -

MEG016 - Maintenance Technology

A system approach to maintenance and its management
Maintenance strategies including condition monitoring and control of performance by ensuring contamination, leakage, fluid, chemical, physical, cavitation, temperature, wear and mechanical stability
Reliability through design, procurement, maintenance, repair, replacement and stockholding
The systematic generation of a maintenance schedule

MEG136 - Aircraft Design

Introduction
Preliminary estimate of take-off weight
Wing loading selection
Main wing design
Fuselage design
Horizontal and vertical tail design
Engine selection
Take-off and landing
Enhanced lift design
Structure design
Static stability and control
Cost estimate
Design summary and trade study

MEG127 - Aircraft Structural Analysis

Introduction
Statically determinate structures
Applied elasticity - functional concepts
Box beam stress analysis
load transfer in stiffened panel structures
Energy work principles
Force method - trusses, beams and frames
Force method - idealized thin-walled structures
The matrix displacement method - trusses, beams and frames
Matrix displacement method - thin-walled structures Structural stability

MEG128 - Gas Turbine Propulsion

Introduction
Thermodynamics review
Compressible flow
Aircraft gas turbine engine
Parametric cycle analysis of ideal engines
Component performance
Parametric cycle analysis of real engines
Engine performance
Turbomachinery
Inlets, nozzles and combustion systems
References

MEG129 - Mechanics of Flight

Mechanics
Air and airflow - subsonic speeds
Aerofoils - subsonic speeds
Thrust
Level flight
Gliding and landing
Performance
Maneuvers
Stability and control
Flight at transonic and supersonic speeds
Space flight
References

MEG130 - Aircraft Performance and Design


Preliminary considerations
The evolution of the airplane and its performance
Aerodynamics of the airplane - the drag polar
Propulsion characteristics
The equations of motion
Airplane performance - steady flight and accelerated flight
Airplane design
The philosophy of a propeller-driven airplane
Design of jet-propelled airplane
References

MEG131 - Helicopter Aerodynamics

Introduction
Rotor in vertical flight
Momentum theory and wake analysis
Rotor in vertical flight - blade element theory
Rotor mechanisms for forward flight
Rotor aerodynamics in forward flight
Aerodynamic design
Performance
Trim, stability and control

 
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