Teaching Activities
- ME 211
An initial course in applied vector mechanics with emphasis on static equilibrium. Topics include forces, moments, couples, equivalent force-couple systems, centroids, distributed forces, and Coulomb friction. The application of the free body diagram in the analysis of static equilibrium of frames, machines and trusses is stressed.
- ME 212 Solid Mechanics
A first course in mechanics of deformable bodies with emphasis on the engineering approach to the responses of these bodies to various types of loadings. Topics include stress-strain relationships, stress-strain analysis, stress and strain transformation (Mohr’s circle), load-deflection, bending, torsion, buckling, and thermal effects.
- ME 313 Material Science
An introductory course in physical and mechanical properties of engineering design materials, ceramics and plastics, their structures, use in engineering applications and failure phenomena.
- ME 714 Fracture Mechanics
A graduate-level course covers essential topics in linear elastic and elastic-plastic fracture mechanics. Topics include the theory of elasticity and plasticity, energy and stress-based approaches to fracture mechanics, methods for determining the stress intensity factor, fracture mechanics testing, and fatigue crack growth. Develop a basic understanding of how crack-like defects impact structural performance and learn how to select materials to ensure damage tolerance.