ME 3401 - System Dynamics (3)

Analysis and synthesis of steady-state and transient engineering problems associated with mechanical engineering. Emphasis is placed upon formulating the differential or fundamental equations from basic assumptions and applying various methods of solution. Free and forced vibration with and without damping. Periodic and aperiodic excitation. Rotating unbalance, vibration isolation, vibration measuring instruments, computer simulations. 3 hours lectures/problem-solving.

Prerequisite(s): ME major; C- or better in MAT 2240, MAT 216, or MAT 224; C- or better in ME 1101, and ME 1101L or ME 232A; and C- or better in ME 2150 or ME 215.
Component(s): Lecture
Contact Hour(s): 3 hours lecture/problem-solving.
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once