Materials and Structures
General
Prefix
MME
Course Number
211
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Classification of materials, micro-structures, and associated mechanical behavior with techniques for alterations. Mechanical design involving stresses, strengths, deflections of engineering components. Lab.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
4
Max
4
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Describe how/why a material's microstructure influences its mechanical behavior.
Outcome
Specify the methods used to modify a material's microstructure.
Outcome
Perform various calculations related to microstructure/property relationships.
Outcome
Exploit the differences between metal, polymer, and ceramic materials.
Outcome
Perform various microstructural assessment techniques.
Outcome
Assess loads for the purposes of mechanical design.
Outcome
Determine the levels of stress, strain, and deflection of mechanical components.
Outcome
Select materials and/or modify geometries to achieve successful mechanical components and products, including the application of safety factors.
Dependencies
Courses
MME211
is a
prerequisite
for:
Programs
MME211
is a
completion requirement
for: