Engineering
Graduate Courses
Grad
Courses 2003-04 (Tentative Schedule) (7K pdf
file)
EGR 509 Advanced
Differential Equations for Engineers (4)
EGR 510 Engineering Probability and Statistics (4)
EGR 511 Numerical Modeling (4)
EGR 512 Vector Analysis and Complex Variables (4)
EGR 513 Engineering Tensor Analysis (4)
EGR 514 Variational Methods in Engineering (4)
EGR 515 Matrix Methods in Engineering (4)
EGR 516 Advanced INdeterminate Structures (4)
EGR 517 Advanced Steel Design (4)
EGR 519 Advanced Reinforced Masonry Design (4)
EGR 520 Elasticity (4)
EGR 521 Structural Dynamics (4)
EGR 522 Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design (4)
EGR 523 Prestressed Concrete Design (4)
EGR 524L Advanced Aerospace Vehicle Design (2)
EGR 525 Advanced Foundation Engineering (4)
EGR 528 Hypersonic Aerodynamics (4)
EGR 532 Conduction Heat Transfer (4)
EGR 533 Mechanical Metallurgy (4)
EGR 534 Fracture of Solids (4)
EGR 535 Advanced Fluid Dynamics (4)
EGR 536 Advanced Classical Dynamics (4)
EGR 537 Polymer Fluid Dynamics (4)
EGR 538 Advnaced Engineering Economy (4)
EGR 539 Advanced Human Factors in Engineering Design (4)
EGR 540 Systems Theory (4)
EGR 543 Stochastic Processes (4)
EGR 544 Communication Theory (4)
EGR 545 Advanced Engineering Thermodynamics (4)
EGR 546 Heterogeneous Phase Equilibria (4)
EGR 547 Process Modeling and Analysis (4)
EGR 548 Solid State Electronics (4)
EGR 549 Advanced Methods in Operations Research (4)
EGR 550 Advanced Transport Phenomena (4)
EGR 551 Digital Signal Processing (4)
EGR 552 Introduction to Neural Networks (4)
EGR 553 Computer Simulation of Engineering Systems (4)
EGR 555 Microporcessor-based Control Systems (4)
EGR 556 Advanced Mechanics of Materials (4)
EGR 557 Analysis of Mechanical Designs (4)
EGR 558 Computer Arithmetic (4)
EGR 559 Computer Networks (4)
EGR 560 Information Theory and Coding (4)
EGR 561 Advanced Microprocessors (4)
EGR 562 Advanced Microwave Engineering (4)
EGR 563 Solid State Microwave Devices and Circuits (4)
EGR 564 Radiation Heat Transfer (4)
EGR 565 Water Quality Analysis (4)
EGR 566 Fundamentals of Aseismic Design (4)
EGR 567 Unit Processes in Water and Wastewater Treatment
(4)
EGR 568 Biological Unit Processes in Wastewater Treatment
(4)
EGR 569 Groundwater Hydrology and Modeling (4)
EGR 570 Nonlinear Dynamics (4)
EGR 572 Total Quality Management in Engineering (4)
EGR 573 Advanced Operations Planning and Control Systems
(4)
EGR 574 Advanced Facilities Planning (4)
EGR 575 Inlet Design (4)
EGR 576 Combustion Theory (4)
EGR 577 Aerodynamics of Wings and Body (4)
EGR 578 Aircraft Stability (4)
EGR 579 Vibration and Flutter (4)
EGR 580 Materials for Electronics (4)
EGR 581 Open Channel Hydraulics (4)
EGR 583 Aerodynamic Heating (4)
EGR 584 Convective Heat Transfer (4)
EGR 585 Computer Organization (4)
EGR 586 Satellite Communication (4)
EGR 587 Advanced Integrated Circuit Applications (4)
EGR 588 Biological Control Systems (4)
EGR 589 Antenna Theory (4)
EGR 590 Solar Energy Systems (4)
EGR 591 Direct Energy Conversion (4)
EGR 595 Boundary Layer Concepts (4)
EGR 596 Research Methods (2)
EGR 599/599A/599L Special Topics for Graduate Students
(2-4)
EGR 618 Stability of Structures (4)
EGR 624L Advanced Aerospace Vehicle Design (2)
EGR 632 Computational Fluid Dynamics (4)
EGR 640 Systems Theory (4)
EGR 642 Digital Control Systems (4)
EGR 643 Optimal Control Systems (4)
EGR 644 Advanced Communication Systems (4)
EGR 651 Advanced Signal Processing (4)
EGR 652 Nonlinear Control Systems (4)
EGR 685 Advanced Computer Organization (4)
EGR 691 Directed Study (2-6)
EGR 692 Independent Study with Comprehensive Examination
(2)
EGR 696 Master's Degree Thesis (2)
EGR 699 Master's Degree Continuation (0)
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Graduate
Course Descriptions
EGR 509 Advanced Differential Equations for Engineers (4)
An advanced course in applied
differential equations. Multi-disciplinary engineering models are developed
and solved. Analytical and numerical techniques for solving differential
systems with either a single independent variable or multiple independent
variables are used. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Undergraduate
course in differential equations.
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EGR 510 Engineering Probability and Statistics (4)
Mean square estimation, introduction
to stochastic processes, time averages and ergodicity, continuous testing
and estimation, confidence intervals, significance, applications in thermodynamics,
machine design, systems analysis, and reliability. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in probability theory.
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EGR 511 Numerical Modeling (4)
Advanced interpolation and
approximation methods. Advanced integration concept. Solution of ordinary
differential equations. Systems of differential equations. Statistical
methods. Applications to electrical networks, transport phenomena, structural
systems, dynamic systems, etc. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite:
Undergraduate course in numerical analysis or consent of instructor.
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EGR 512 Vector Analysis and Complex Variables (4)
Vector and scalar fields. Gradient, divergence, curl. Green and Stokes
theorems. Complex functions and conformal mapping. Applications in electrodynamics,
heat transfer, fluid dynamics and aerodynamics. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Mathematics equivalent to ABET accredited curriculum.
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EGR 513 Engineering Tensor Analysis (4)
Vector-tensor notation. Generalized
coordinate systems. Tensor algebra and calculus. Transport and conservation
laws in continuum mechanics. Formulation and modeling of engineering phenomena.
4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Mathematics equivalent to ABET
accredited curriculum.
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EGR
514 Variational Methods in Engineering (4)
Calculus of variations. Approximate
methods. Applications in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, dynamics, structures.
4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Mathematics equivalent to ABET
accredited curriculum.
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EGR 515 Matrix
Methods in Engineering (4)
Application of matrix methods
in engineering analysis. Matrix algebra. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
Energy techniques. Transformations. Applications in classical mechanics,
analysis of structures, circuit analysis, vibrations, heat transfer and
fluid dynamics. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Mathematics
equivalent to ABET accredited curriculum.
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EGR 516 Advanced Indeterminate Structures (4)
Analysis of multi-degree of
freedom systems by slope defection and superposition of distribution process.
Elements of matrix application including flexibility and stiffness methods.
Deflection of continuous trusses and frames. Stability analysis of beam-column
utilizing classical strain energy theorems. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in structural analysis.
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EGR 517 Advanced
Steel Design (4)
Structural steel analysis
and design including long span and tapered girders, orthotropic plates,
space frames. Column stability and post buckling states, secondary stresses.
Design of lateral force resistant building frames and composite steel-concrete
systems. Plastic analysis and design of rigid frame structures. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in structural steel analysis.
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EGR 519 Advanced
Reinforced Masonry Design (4)
Applied design and analysis
of one and two-story reinforced masonry buildings. Design considerations
in high-rise masonry structures. Design and analysis of masonry retaining
walls. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: CE 442, or equivalent.
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EGR 520 Elasticity
(4)
Theory of stress and strain
for continuous media. Stress-strain relations of elasticity. Plane stress
and strain. Introduction to thermoelasticity. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division courses in structural analysis and EGR 513,
or consent of the instructor.
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EGR 521 Structural
Dynamics (4)
Concepts of the dynamics of
elastics bodies. Longitudinal, transverse and torsional vibrations of
structural elements. Vibrations of plates and shells. Approximate methods
in dynamics of structures. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisites:
Upper-division courses in structural analysis, dynamics, vibrations and
EGR 515.
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EGR 522 Advanced
Reinforced Concrete Design (4)
Advanced design and analysis
of continuous building frames to include floor systems, eccentrically
loaded columns, folded plate and shell roof elements. Retaining structures,
composite deck sections. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division
courses in design of reinforced structures.
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EGR 523 Prestressed
Concrete Design (4)
Design and analysis of prestressed
concrete components including slabs, beams, and columns utilizing both
elastic and ultimate strength design concepts; special problems involving
composite design of structural systems. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite:
Upper-division course in reinforced concrete design.
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EGR 524L
Advanced Aerospace Vehicle Design (2)
Preliminary design of aerospace
systems. Interdisciplinary concepts in design. System analysis and integration.
Design optimization. Design compromise in multidisciplined systems. Trades
study evaluations. Verbal and written presentation of system design. Individual
and team projects. 2 three-hour laboratories. Prerequisite: Completion
of 24 units of graduate level coursework.
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EGR 525 Advanced
Foundation Engineering (4)
Advanced analysis and design
of foundations and earth retaining structures, including both structural
and geotechnical considerations. Laterally loaded piles, braced excavations,
sheet piles and tieback anchors. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite:
CE 424 or equivalent.
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EGR 528 Hypersonic
Aerodynamics (4)
Two- and three-dimensional
flow fields. Hypersonic small disturbance and Newtonian impact theories
and application. Boundary layer interaction with the inviscid flow field.
Real gas phenomena. Blunt body and conical flow fields; minimum drag bodies;
aerodynamic analysis of complete configurations. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in supersonic aerodynamics.
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EGR 532 Conduction
Heat Transfer (4)
Application of principles
of heat transfer and thermodynamics in solution of steady-state and transient
heat transfer problems. Classical heat conduction theory. Derivation of
Fourier equation and integration of various single and multidimensional
problems. Detailed discussion of thermal conductivity. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in heat transfer.
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EGR 533 Mechanical
Metallurgy (4)
Study of the mechanical behavior
of metals. Fundamental mechanisms controlling deformation phenomena, strain-hardening,
creep, fatigue, and fracture. Strengthening mechanisms involving alloying
and heat treatment. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Undergraduate
courses in strength of materials and materials science.
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EGR 534 Fracture
of Solids (4)
Engineering and microscopic
approaches, fracture of steels, creep and fatigue, stress corrosion cracking,
and hydrogen embrittlement. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite:
Upper-division course in stress analysis.
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EGR 535 Advanced
Fluid Dynamics (4)
Governing field laws: mass,
momentum, energy. Reynolds' Transport Theorem: mass, momentum, energy.
Cartesian tensor notation. Rotation, stress, rate-of-strain relations.
Flow kinematics. Ideal fluid flow. Conformal transformations. Viscous
flows: pipe flat plate. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division
course in fluid mechanics or consent of instructor.
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EGR 536 Advanced
Classical Dynamics (4)
Lagrange's equations, Hamilton's
principle, variational principles, equations of motion in Eulerian angle
systems, characteristic equation of inertia matrix, cuspidal motion and
nutation. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisites: EGR 515 and upper-division
course in dynamics, or consent of instructor.
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EGR 537 Polymer
Fluid Dynamics (4)
The structure, flow phenomena,
and material functions for polymeric fluids. Constitutive equations available
to solve polymeric fluid dynamics problems. Applications in plastics manufacturing,
performance of lubricants, processing of food-stuffs, and movement of
biological fluids. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division
courses in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and EGR 513.
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EGR 538 Advanced
Engineering Economy (4)
Engineering economic decision
criteria and models for evaluating capital investment proposals and engineering
projects. Replacement studies, risk and uncertainty, tax effects, intangibles,
probabilistic models, computer techniques. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: 3 quarter units of undergraduate engineering economy.
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EGR 539 Advanced
Human Factors in Engineering Design (4)
Methods and research techniques
in engineering design of optimum man-machine systems. Designing systems
with the objective of developing optimum combinations of physical and
human components. Effects of environment on human performance. Man-machine
dynamics. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division course
in human engineering principles.
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EGR 540 Systems
Theory (4)
Application of matrix theory
and linear vector spaces to the mathematical representation of systems.
Analysis of the state equations for linear, time varying and invariant,
continuous and discrete systems, controllability and observability for
linear systems. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: EGR 515. (Some
previous exposure to Laplace Transforms is recommended.)
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EGR 543 Stochastic
Processes (4)
Analysis of random phenomena
associated with the transmission of digital and analog signals. Investigation
of random binary signals, thermal noise, signal-to-noise ratios, and Markov
processes. Applications include optimum filtering, estimation theory,
and queuing theory. 4 lectures/problem solving. Prerequisite: EGR 510
or equivalent.
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EGR 544 Communication
Theory (4)
Selected advanced topics in
communication systems such as information theory for continuous and discrete
channels; signal detection and recognition; coding for optimal communication
nets. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division course
in communications systems.
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EGR 545 Advanced
Engineering Thermodynamics (4)
Development of concept of
equilibrium. Reversible and irreversible principles of thermodynamics,
second law consequences; estimation and correlation of thermodynamic properties.
Physical basis of conservation equations. Statistical foundations. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisites: Upper-division course in thermodynamics.
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EGR 546 Heterogeneous
Phase Equilibria (4)
Applied phase equilibria.
A development of theoretical and empirical principles for understanding
complex multiphase behavior in multicomponent chemical systems. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in engineering thermodynamics.
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EGR 547 Process
Modeling and Analysis (4)
Mathematical modeling of physical
and chemical processes. Analytical and numerical solutions for steady
and unsteady state problems. Design project based on results of modeling.
4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate degree in Chemical
Engineering or consent of the instructor.
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EGR 548 Solid
State Electronics (4)
Quantum theory and atomic
structure. Classical and quantum statistics. Description of crystal structures.
Lattic vibrations. Band theory of solids. Transport phenomena in semi-conductors
and metals. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division course
in solid-state electronics.
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EGR 549 Advanced
Methods in Operations Research (4)
Methodology of operations
research and algorithms for system and subsystem optimization; emphasis
on methods yielding practical numerical procedures. Linear programming
and extension, dynamic and integer programming, queuing theory, network
analysis, game theory and decision theory. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in operations research.
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EGR 550 Advanced
Transport Phenomena (4)
Differential balances for
momentum, heat, and mass transfer. Convective energy, mass, and momentum
transfer; internal and external flow, exact and approximate solutions.
Application for space vehicle re-entry, binary and multicomponent systems,
nuclear reactor cooling, mass transfer and heat exchanger analysis. 4
lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisites: Upper-division courses in heat
transfer and fluid mechanics.
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EGR 551 Digital
Signal Processing (4)
Analysis and design of multirate
signal processing and its applications. Linear prediction filter design
and implementation using FIR and lattice filters. Non-parametric, parametric,
and eigensystem algorithms for power spectrum estimation. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisites: Upper-division courses in Fourier transforms and ECE 428,
or equivalent.
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EGR 552 Introduction
to Neural Networks (4)
Theory and engineering
applications of artificial neural netwroks. 4 lectures/problem solving.
Prerequisites: Basic probability Theory and EGR 515.
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EGR 553 Computer
Simulation of Engineering Systems (4)
Systems theory as foundation
for engineering analysis and synthesis of complex systems. Numerical methods
and simulation models using digital computers. Optimization of engineering
systems design and performance. Applications to engineering systems problems.
4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in computer
programming.
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EGR 555 Microprocessor-based
Control System (4)
Typical computer control systems.
Supervisory and DDC Control. Mathematics of sample-data control systems.
Development of controller algorithms using Z-transforms and microprocessors.
On-line identification techniques, advanced control techniques. Typical
microprocessor-based process control systems. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division courses in microprocessor and control theory.
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EGR 556 Advanced
Mechanics of Materials (4)
Stress and strain analysis,
2-D elasticity problems unsymmetrical bending, shear center, torsion of
prismatic members, inelastic and plastic behavior in torsion and bending,
topics from: micro-mechanics of composite materials, energy methods, failure
theories, theory of plates, thick walled pressure vessels. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in stress analysis.
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EGR 557 Analysis
of Mechanical Design (4)
Analysis of common machine
elements. Relation to design decision making. Optimization, reliability,
miniaturization, and statistical strength theory. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in stress analysis.
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EGR 558 Computer
Arithmetic (4)
High speed multiplication
and division algorithms. Residue, floating-point, and distributed arithmetic.
Hardware structure for functional evaluations. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in computer architecture.
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EGR 559 Computer
Networks (4)
Principles, Protocols,
Architecture and Performance Analyses of Local Area Networks, Wide Area
Networks, and Internetworking. Asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) networks.
$ lectures/problem solving. Prerequisite: ECE 342 and ECE 405 or equivalent.
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EGR 560 Information
Theory and Coding (4)
Channel models, coding theorems,
coding systems, statistical properties of information sources. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in probability theory.
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EGR 561 Advanced
Microprocessors (4)
State of the art 32- and 64-bit
microprocessors; assembly language programming; input/output techniques;
system design and peripheral interfacing. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: ECE 432/482L or equivalent.
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EGR 562 Advanced
Microwave Engineering (4)
Analysis of microwave components
and networks, Green's functions; plane, cylindrical, and spherical wave
functions; wave guides, cavities, scattering and diffraction of waves,
microwave networks and radiation. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite:
Undergraduate course in field theory.
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EGR 563 Solid
State Microwave Devices and Circuits (4)
Induction to parameter matrices
and microwave circuit design techniques. Microstrip lines. Design and
evaluation of FET amplifiers, FET oscillators. Varactors, mixer diodes,
control devices and their microwave circuit applications. Computer aided
design of microwave circuits. New developments. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisites: Upper-division courses in EM theory and linear active circuits.
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EGR 564 Radiation
Heat Transfer (4)
Radiation properties of surfaces;
radiant interchange among surfaces separated by radiatively non-participating
media including the interchange among black and gray surfaces; radiant
energy transfer through absorbing, emitting, and scattering media. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in heat transfer.
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EGR 565 Water
Quality Analysis (4)
Application of chemical principles
to analysis of natural water systems, water purification technology, and
water pollution control. Physiology of organisms of importance in water
supply and in waste-water treatment processes. Enzymatic reaction. Biochemical
oxidation and fermentations. Ecology and eutrophication. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Undergraduate lecture and laboratory course in sanitary
engineering.
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EGR 566 Fundamentals
of Aseismic Design (4)
Characteristics of strong
ground motion, causes, response spectra, earthquake response of single
degree and multiple degree of freedom systems. Structural analysis and
design based on UBC and SEAOC recommendations relative to earthquake-resistant
design. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division course
in structural analysis.
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EGR 567 Unit
Processed in Water and Wastewater Treatment (4)
The physical and chemical
unit processes in water and waste treatment, relationship of design practice
and theory, operational considerations, and the optimization of unit processes;
aeration, sedimentation, flocculation, flotation, adsorption, filtration,
ion exchange, coagulation, corrosion, control, and disinfection. 3 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in sanitary engineering.
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EGR 568 Biological
Unit Processes in Waste Water Treatment (4)
Microbial reactions related
to water and waste water treatment. Biological interactions in various
unit processes related to design and operational considerations required
for optimization; disinfection, activated sludge, trickling filters, and
sludge digestion. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division
course in sanitary engineering.
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EGR 569 Groundwater
Hydrology and Modeling (4)
Properties of water-bearing
materials, basic differential-flow equations, well-mechanics, sources
and types of contamination, mass transport equations advection, dispersion,
sorptions, numerical modeling, and remedediation methods; Optimum design,
groundwater modeling techniques, and the use of advanced software packages.
4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division course in hydrology.
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EGR 570 Nonlinear
Dynamics (4)
Complementary methods of nonlinear
modeling of physical, chemical and fluid systems. Analytic, topologic
and computational perspectives. Dimensions and fractals. Bifurcations
and catastrophes. Deterministic chaos. Solitons. Applications to ecology,
hydrodynamics, electrical and mechanical systems. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite EGR 536 or consent of the instructor.
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EGR 572 Total
Quality Management in Engineering (4)
Introduction to the
principles and practices of Total Quality Management (TQM). The course
will also cover the tools and techniques for understanding and implementing
TQM. A practical state-of-the-art approach will be used. Applications
in service, manufacturing, government, military, construction, education,
small business, health care, and nonprofit organizations will be presented.
4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
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EGR 573 Advanced
Operations Planning and Control Systems (4)
Operations analysis of integrated
production systems; mathematical and computer models for planning, scheduling,
and control of production and service systems. Statistical techniques
in forecasting; optimization of resources utilization. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in operations research.
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EGR 574 Advanced
Facilities Planning (4)
Planning, analyzing, justifying,
controlling, and evaluating physical facilities. Long- and short-range
facilities plans, decision criteria, authorization and control procedures,
post completion audits. Resource allocation, optimizations, simulation,
and computer techniques. Technical, economic, ecological, safety, and
intangible factors. Case studies. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite:
Undergraduate course in engineering economy.
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EGR 575 Inlet
Design (4)
Subsonic, supersonic and hypersonic
inlet design. Subsonic inlets: friction loss, diffusion, plenum chambers,
pressure recovery. Transonic effects: preentry flow, separation, shock-boundary
layer interaction. Supersonic compression: external, internal, boundary
layer bleed. Cowl design. Additive drag. Flow distortion. Matching and
control. Applications to aircraft and helicopters. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Undergraduate courses in gas dynamics and propulsion.
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EGR 576 Combustion
Theory (4)
Molecular structure and statistical
thermodynamics. Real gases. Transport phenomena. Chemical reactions in
gases. Reactive gas dynamics. Combustion phenomena and diffusion flames.
Premixed gas flames; flame propagation, cellular flames, quenching. Aerodynamics
of flames; flame shape, turbulent flames. Detonation. Applications. 4
lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Undergraduate courses in thermodynamics
and heat transfer.
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EGR 577 Aerodynamics
of Wings and Body (4)
Three dimensional wings; steady,
subsonic flow; supersonic flow. Lifting line theory: span-wise lift distribution,
induced drag, twist, sweepback. Introduction to lifting surface theory:
planar, nonplanar, interference. Transonic small-disturbance flow. Unsteady
flow. Conical flows. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Undergraduate
course in aerodynamics.
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EGR 578 Aircraft
Stability (4)
General equations of unsteady
motion. Stability derivatives. Stability of uncontrolled motion; longitudinal,
lateral. Response of the vehicle to actuation of the controls. Flight
in turbulent air. Automatic stability and control. Specialization to missiles.
Simulation. Transfer functions. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite:
Undergraduate course in stability and control.
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EGR 579 Vibration
and Flutter (4)
Two- and three-dimensional
flutter theory. Structural damping. Aerodynamics forces. Flutter stability.
Non-linear characteristics. Aspect ratio and compressibility effects.
Empennage vibration and flutter analysis. Wing torsional divergence, aileron
reversal and effectiveness. Modeling concepts. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division courses in aerodynamics, structures and dynamics
and EGR 515.
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EGR 580 Materials
for Electronics (4)
Preparation techniques for
materials used in electronic devices. Structure and purity control. Crystal
growth, epitaxy, vapor deposition, magnetic domains, and solid state phase
transformations. Current problems concerning Si and III-V compound device
production and research. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: An
undergraduate course in materials science.
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EGR 581 Open
Channel Hydraulics (4)
Advanced topics in open channel
flow. Energy and momentum principles applied to non-prismatic channels.
Gradually varied flow. Rapidly varied flow. Computer applications. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division lecture and laboratory hydraulics course.
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EGR 583 Aerodynamic
Heating (4)
Fundamental equations. Laminar
and turbulent boundary layer properties. Laminar and turbulent skin friction.
Recovery temperature. Reference enthalpy method. Slip flow. Free molecule
flow. Stagnation point heat transfer. Mass transfer cooling. Calculation
of skin temperature. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisites: Undergraduate
courses in heat transfer and gas dynamics.
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EGR 584 Convective
Heat Transfer (4)
Conservation principles. Fluid
stresses and flux laws. Laminar and turbulent boundary layers. Internal
flow, noncircular cross section, entrylength, asymmetric heating. External
flow; variable velocity, injection, specified temperature and heat flux
distribution. Temperature dependent fluid properties. Computer solutions.
4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in heat
transfer.
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EGR 585 Computer
Organization (4)
Memory Subsystems: Cache,
virtual and interleaved memories. Instruction pipelines. Dynamic scheduling
algorithms and principles of vector processing. Principles of pipeline
processing. Arithmetic and instruction pipeline design. Pipeline scheduling
and control. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: ECE 426 or consent
of instructor.
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EGR 586 Satellite
Communication (4)
Introduction to satellite
system configurations and digital communication techniques. Link budget
analysis. Bareband transmission systems. Power efficiency and spectrally
efficient modulation techniques for linear and nonlinear satellite channels.
Coding for error detection and correction. Synchronization systems. Time
division, frequency divisiion, and code division multiple access techniques.
Satellite transpondeers and earth stations. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: EGR 544 or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
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EGR 587 Advanced
Integrated Circuit Applications (4)
The analysis and applications
of the latest linear integrated circuits. Operational amplifier stability
and compensation techniques. The phase-lock-loop transfer functions, noise
performance, tracking, and acquisition. RF Amplifier design techniques,
matching, low noise specifications, and signal-to-noise ration optimization.
COS/MOS devices, equivalent circuits, gain configurations, and applications.
4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisites: Two upper-division courses
in linear active circuits.
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EGR
588 Biological Control Systems (4)
Application of control systems
analysis to biological control systems. Development of mathematical models
of selected biological control systems and the application of computer
techniques in simulation of these systems. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Upper-division course in control systems.
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EGR 589 Antenna
Theory (4)
Dipole, loop and small antennas,
arrays, wire, aperture, lens, horns, reflectors and other special antenna;
currents and impedance; radiation and radiation patterns. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisites: Two upper-division courses in field theory.
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EGR 590 Solar
Energy Systems (4)
Analysis of advanced, hybrid
solar collectors. Advanced solar energy storage. Design of solar energy
systems. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite: Upper-division course
on solar energy or equivalent.
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EGR 591 Direct
Energy Conversion (4)
Conversion of primary chemical,
nuclear, solar and heat energy directly to electrical energy without intermediate
mechanical elements. Fuel cells, solar cells, magnetohydrodynamic generators,
and fusion plasma generators. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite:
Upper-division course in thermodynamics.
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EGR 595 Boundary
Layer Concepts (4)
Treatment of Newtonian and
nonNewtonian fluids in the laminar and turbulent regimes. Positive and
negative pressure gradients. Development of the thermal boundary layer.
Some exact and inexact solutions. Wedge flow. 4 lectures/problem-solving.
Prerequisite: EGR 535 or consent of instructor.
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EGR 596 Research
Methods (2)
Introduction to research methods
with emphasis on preparing an engineering thesis problem statement. This
course prepares engineering graduate candidates for writing thesis and
independent research papers. Writing problem statements; research questions;
experimental and non-experimental design; sampling; instrument design.
2 discussions. Prerequisite: Completion of all required breadth courses
on contract.
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EGR 599/599A/599L
Special Topics for Graduate Students (2-4)
Selected topics comprising
new or experimental courses not otherwise offered. Each offering identified
in the current schedule and on the student's transcript. Prerequisite:
Consent of instructor.
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EGR 618 Stability
of Structures (4)
Stability of beam columns;
elastic and inelastic buckling of straight columns; torsional buckling
of bars; lateral buckling of beams; local buckling of plate elements;
stability to frames. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: EGR 511. Unconditional
standing required.
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EGR 624L Advanced
Aerospace Vehicle Design (2)
Completion of the design of
an interdisciplinary aerospace vehicle system. Preparation of a final
report on the project together with an oral briefing to an industrial
design review panel. 2 three-hour laboratories. Prerequisite: EGR 524.
Unconditional standing required.
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EGR 632 Computational
Fluid Dynamics (4)
Fundamentals of finite-difference
methods: partial differential equations, difference representation, stability,
errors. Dynamics of a body moving through a fluid medium. Inviscid fluid
flows. Compressible fluid flows. Viscous fluid flows. Secondary flows
and flow instabilities. Panel methods. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisites:
EGR 509 and 535. Unconditional standing required.
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EGR 640 Systems
Theory (4)
Pole-placement design using
state-feedback for linear systems, observer (state-estimator) design.
Introduction to nonlinear systems and perturbation theory; stability for
linear and nonlinear systems using liapunov methods. 4 seminars. Prerequisite:
EGR 540. Unconditional standing required.
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EGR 642 Digital
Control Systems (4)
Basic theory of sampling,
quantizing and modeling of the digital computer for computer controlled
feedback systems. State-space and Z-transform representation. Time response
stability and design using both classical and modern techniques. 4 seminars.
Prerequisites: Upper-division course in control systems and EGR 540. Unconditional
standing required.
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EGR 643 Optimal
Control Systems (4)
Selected topics in optimal
control theory such as variational calculus; maximum principle; dynamic
programming; state estimation and computational methods in optimal systems
control. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: EGR 540. Unconditional standing required.
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EGR 644 Advanced
Communication Systems (4)
Selected advanced topics in
communication systems such as spread spectrum systems, computer communications,
optical communications and image processing. 4 lectures. Prerequisite:
ECE 405 and ECE 409 or equivalent. Unconditional standing required.
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EGR 651 Advanced
Signal Processing (4)
Selected advanced topics in
signal processing such as multirate signal processing, adaptive filtering,
parametric spectrum estimation and signal analysis with higher order spectra.
4 lectures. Prerequisite: EGR 551 or equivalent. Unconditional standing
required.
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EGR 652 Nonlinear
Control Systems (4)
Numerical approximation methods
in the solution of non-linear systems. Phase-plane techniques including
method of isoclines, delta, and analysis of singular points. Describing
function techniques, perturbation reversion, variation of parameters and
harmonic balance methods. Liapunov stability methods. 4 seminars. Prerequisites:
Upper-division course in control-systems and EGR 540, or consent of instructor.
Unconditional standing required.
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EGR 685 Advanced
Computer Organization (4)
Array processing. Multiprocessor
architecture programming and control. Data flow computers and introduction
to artificial neural networks. 4 lectures/problem-solving. Prerequisite:
EGR 585. Unconditional standing required.
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EGR 691 Directed
Study (2-6)
Case study or investigation
of selected engineering problems under the direction of a graduate faculty
member. May be repeated as needed for a maximum of 6 units. Students must
register through the Engineering Graduate Studies Office. The study should
be in the student's emphasis area and sould conclude with a written report.
May be combined with EGR 692. Unconditional standing required.
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EGR 692 Independent
Study with Comprehensive Examination (2)
Study, research, or readings
(not leading to a thesis) proposed by the student with the consultation
and approval, and under the supervision of, a graduate faculty member.
The student must pre-register through the Engineering Graduate Studies
Office during the quarter prior to taking the course. The study
should be in the student's emphasis area, and should conclude with a report
and an exam conducted by a committee of faculty members. Advancement to
Candidacy required.
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EGR 696 Master's
Degree Thesis (2)
Independent investigation
intended to be an extension of an existing body of knowledge into an area
not thoroughly investigated before, directed by a committee of graduate
faculty members, and resulting in a published thesis. Must be repeated
as appropriate. Students must register through the Engineering Graduate
Studies Office. Credit assigned upon successful completion of entire thesis
and approval of the committee. Total credit, 4,6,or 8 units. Advancement
to Candidacy required.
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EGR 699 Master's
Degree Continuation (0)
Registration or an approved
leave of absence is required for any quarter following the final assignment
of the grade SP until the completion of thesis, project or comprehensive
examination. The candidate must be enrolled in the university during the
quarter in which he/she graduates. Advancement to Candidacy required.
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