| CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 1) Controls 2) Dynamics 5) Mechatronics Systems Engineering 6) Thermofluids Objective:
The Controls Certificate is intended for working engineers in mechanical and closely related fields of engineering. The certificate will provide a foundation in contemporary control theory and methods. The Controls certificate covers classical and modern control system design and analysis. Specialization in digital controls, mechatronic, robotic, or aerospace applications is possible with a suitable choice of electives. Completion of the certificate will allow the student to design and analyze modern control systems.
Admission:
Applicants must have completed an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical or a closely related field of engineering. They are expected to have prior course work in undergraduate mathematics. No prior control courses are required.
Program Requirements:
Students must complete a total of 16 units as described below, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a grade of C or better in each course.
Required Courses (8 units)
• MECH 217 Introduction to Control (2)
Elective Courses (8 units)
• AMTH 245 Linear Algebra I (2) return to top of page
Objective:
The Dynamics Certificate is intended for working engineers in mechanical and related fields of engineering. The certificate will provide a fundamental and broad background in engineering dynamics. The Dynamics Certificate includes a strong foundational base in dynamics and applications in optimization, robotics, mechatronics, or dynamics of aircraft or spacecraft (depending on the chosen elective courses). Completion of the certificate will allow the student to formulate and solve the complex dynamics problems that arise in such fields as robotics and space flight.
Admission:
Applicants must have completed an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical or a closely related field of engineering. They are expected to have prior course work in undergraduate dynamics and mathematics.
Program Requirements:
Students must complete a total of 16 units as described below, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a grade of C or better in each course.
Required Courses (12 units)
• MECH 203 Analytical Dynamics I (2)
Elective Courses (4 units)
• MECH 207 Advanced Mechatronics I (2) return to top of page
Objective:
The Materials Engineering Certificate is intended for working engineers in mechanical, materials, or manufacturing engineering. The certificate will provide either an upgrade in materials understanding, or advanced study in a particular aspect of the subject. Completion of the certificate will allow the student to develop a deeper understanding of materials and their applications in design and manufacturing.
Admission:
Applicants must have completed an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical or a related engineering discipline. They are expected to have prior course work in basic materials science and strength of materials.
Program Requirements:
Students must complete a total of 16 units as described below, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a grade of C or better in each course.
Required Courses (12 units)
• MECH 330 Structure and Properties of Modern Materials I (2)
Elective Courses (4 units)
• MECH 273 Designing with Plastic Materials return to top of pageMechatronics Systems Engineering
Objective:
The Mechatronics Systems Engineering Certificate is intended for working engineers in mechanical engineering and related fields. The certificate program introduces students to the primary technologies, analysis techniques, and implementation methodologies relevant to the detailed design of electro-mechanical devices. Completion of the certificate will allow the student to develop systems that involve the sensing, actuation and control of the physical world. Knowledge such as this is vital to engineers in the modern aerospace, robotics and motion control industries.
Admission:
Applicants must have completed an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related field. They are expected to have prior course work in mathematics through differential equations, introductory linear control theory, and introductory electronics and programming.
Program Requirements:
Students must complete a total of 16 units as described below, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a grade of C or better in each course.
Required Courses (8 units)
• MECH 207 Advanced Mechatronics I (2)
Elective Courses (8 units)
• MECH 310 Advanced Mechatronics IV (2)
An Independent Study or Capstone Course would be suitable as one of the electives. In addition, other courses may serve as electives at the discretion of the program advisor. return to top of page
Objective:
The Mechanical Design Analysis Certificate is intended for working engineers in mechanical or structural engineering. The certificate will provide a succinct upgrade in knowledge and skills that will allow the student to gain a deeper understanding of CAD and FEA principles and practices. Completion of the certificate will allow the student to pursue more advanced design and analysis tasks.
Admission:
Applicants must have completed an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, or related field. They are expected to have prior course work in strength of materials, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and mathematics through differential equations.
Program Requirements:
Students must complete a total of 16 units as described below, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a grade of C or better in each course.
Required Courses (12 units)
• CENG 205 Finite Element Methods I (2)
Elective Courses (4 units)
• AMTH 220 Numerical Analysis I (2) return to top of page
Objective:
The Thermofluids Certificate is intended for working engineers in mechanical, chemical, or a closely related field of engineering. The certificate will provide fundamental theoretical and analytic background as well as exposure to modern topics and applications. Specialization in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, or heat transfer is possible with suitable choice of electives. Completion of the certificate will allow the student to design heat transfer and fluid solutions for a range of modern applications.
Admission:
Applicants must have completed an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical or a closely related field of engineering. They are expected to have prior undergraduate coursework in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
Program Requirements:
Students must complete a total of 16 units as described below, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a grade of C or better in each course.
Required Courses (10 units)
• MECH 225 Gas Dynamics I (2)
Elective Courses (6 units)
• MECH 202 Mathematical Methods in Mechanical Engineering (2) return to top of pageTechnology Jump-Start Certificate
Objective:
The Technology Jump-Start Certificate is particularly suitable for persons who need to complete the program in two full-time quarters in order to gain new skills and competencies quickly and to “Jump Start” their careers. This program is highly flexible and becomes a customized program for each student, developed through close consultation between the student and an academic advisor, and is subject to the particular courses available at the time. It is intended for experienced engineers in mechanical or related engineering fields. The certificate will provide a quick retooling of skills and knowledge. Completion of the certificate will allow the student to significantly upgrade competencies, and/or change career directions.
Admission:
Applicants must have completed an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. They are expected to have prior course work relevant to the program that has been designed for them, and mathematics through differential equations.
Program Requirements: Students must complete a total of 16 units of graduate course work with at least 12 units from the Mechanical Engineering Department and at most 4 units from the Engineering Management Department. The course work must be completed with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a grade of C or better in each course. return to top of page |
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