• ME EN 5050: Micromachining

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Introduction to the principles of micromachining technologies. Topics include photolithography, silicon etching, thin film deposition and etching, electroplating, polymer micromachining, and bonding techniques. A weekly lab and a review of micromachining applications is included. Undergraduate students only. Prerequisites: Full Major status in the College of Engineering.
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• ME EN 5051: Microsensors

  4.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course builds on ECE 5221/6221, Fundamentals of Micromachining. Topics include definitions, categorization, comparison and application fields of microsensors. The course discusses related solid state physics, piezoresistive sensors, semiconductor-based temperature sensors, magnetoresistive sensors, thermoelectric sensors, photoelectric sensors, micro gas and fluid concentration sensors, molecular diagnostics arrays and other sensors. registration for a weekly lab (1) is required. extra work required of graduate students. Prerequisites: 'C' or better in ME EN 5050 AND Full Major status in Mechanical Engineering.
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• ME EN 5053: Micro Actuators

  4.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course covers various micro actuators complementing the other course of Micro Sensors, ECE 5231/6231. It builds on ECE 5221/6221, Fundamentals of Micromachining. Topics include definitions, categorization, operation, and applications of various micro actuators. Particular, this course covers an introduction to basic mechanics, electrostatic, electromagnetic, piezoelectric, thermal, pneumatic, resonant actuators as well as other devices that are not covered in the micro sensors class. Registration for a weekly lab (1) is required. Extra work is required of those who registered in 6000 level. Prerequisites: 'C' or better in (ME EN 5050 AND MSE 2160) AND Full Major status in Mechanical Engineering.
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• ME EN 5055: Microsystems Des & Char

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Topics introduce microsystems design considerations and characterization with practical emphasis on Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) and Integrated Circuits (ICs) utilizing various analysis tools Prerequisites: Full Major status in the College of Engineering.
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• ME EN 5060: Sustain Product/Process

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course will explore the role of sustainability within the framework of product design and manufacturing processes. Enhancing the sustainability of consumer products (especially their manufacture, use, and recyclability) is a critical subject for the coming generation of engineers. Typically, sustainability has been enforced as a later fix or a regulatory response. In this course, we will actively seek means by which sustainability can be made an inherent part of the engineering methodology used in creating and realizing products and processes. Aspects of green product design, sustainable material selection, and environmentally benign and efficient manufacturing processes, and development of sustainability metrics will be discussed. We also assess the applicability of existing frame works such as life cycle analysis (LCA), green manufacturing and design for sustainability (DfS). Case studies relevant to two current products such as automobiles will be discussed. Case studies relevant to manufacturing processes involving material removal, soldering, and composites manufacturing will also be potentially explored. This course is expected to actively integrate sustainability principles within a product manufacturing and process design framework. Prerequisites: Full Major status in Mechanical Engineering.
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• ME EN 5070: Electromec Energy Harv

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Engineering methods to harvest energy from the environment including vibrations, motion, thermal and light energy. Covers fundamental physics of common electromechanical transduction mechanisms (piezoelectric, electrostatic, and electromagnetic) and thermoelectrics, equivalent circuit modeling techniques to model coupled electromechanical systems, and basic power conditioning electronics. Advanced energy harvesting topics are also introduced. Prerequisites: 'C' or better in (ME EN 3210 OR ME EN 3220) AND ECE 2210 AND (MATH 2250 OR (MATH 2270 AND MATH 2280)) AND Full Major status in Mechanical Engineering.
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• ME EN 5080: Tribology&Contact Mech

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Tribology and Contact Mechanics is an advanced design course that focuses on friction, wear and lubrication, with an emphasis on nanoscale phenomena. The course introduces traditional tribology and contact mechanics theory as well as hydrodynamic lubrication theory. Recent advances in tribology research are discussed and highlighted. Applications to illustrate the theory are chosen from the fields of computer mechanics (hard disk drives), micro-electromechanical systems, and orthopedics. Prerequisites: 'C' or better in ME EN 3000 AND (ME EN 3700 OR ME EN 3710) AND Full Major status in Mechanical Engineering.
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• ME EN 5100: Ergonomics

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Introduction to study of humans at work; disability and accident prevention, and productivity improvement. Human musculoskeletal system as a mechanical structure. Recognition, evaluation, and control of ergonomic stresses in occupational environment. Prerequisites: Full Major status in the College of Engineering
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• ME EN 5110: Industrial Safety

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Introduction to modern hazard control. Objectives and operation of occupational safety and health program. Requirements of the OSHA Act. Recognition and control of physical hazards in work environment through safety engineering. Psychological and ergonomic aspects of worker safety and health. Prerequisites: Full Major status in the College of Engineering
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• ME EN 5130: Design Implications

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Course addresses Human Factors Engineering aspects of design and implications on system performance. Various aspects of human interaction with systems, both simple (hand tools) and complex (piloting an aircraft) will be addressed. Course will emphasize human factors engineering principles and the often catastrophic results of poor design with respect to humans in the system. Physical ergonomics (cumulative trauma disorders and biomechanics) will be addressed briefly. These topics are covered in more depth in ME EN 6100 Ergonomics and ME EN 7100 Advanced Ergonomics. Prerequisites: Full Major status in the College of Engineering
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