Under Graduate Courses
 

CMPE106 Fundamentals of Computing
Computers and information technology. An overview of operating systems, Microsoft Word, Exel and Power Point applications. Web page design. Structured programming concepts. Algorithmic problem solving, tracing algorithms, flowchars Pseudocodes and other techniques. Examples in FORTRAN and VISUAL BASIC  languages.
 

MENG190 Introduction To Mechanical Engineering
This course aims to familiarize first year mechanical engineering students by introducing them to the fundamentals of discipline; job opportunities for mechanical engineers ;basic study skills; an overview of fundamentals laws and principles of mechanical engineering; introduction to problem layout and problem solving methods; simplified engineering modeling and analysis of mechanical systems; collection, manipulation and presentation of engineering data; ethical issues; and the importance of computers and language skills for effective communication.

MENG200 Workshop Training
This is the first part of the two workshop practice courses. the course covers the principles and hands on applications on machining, measurement, and machine shop safety. it includes a brief introduction to engineering materials, and selected practices on laying out and setting up a job, using measuring devices such as a vernier caliper and a micrometer, reading working drawing, sketching and dimensioning of parts. Each student is required to complete a project, which involves measurement, setting up, cutting , and finishing applications

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MENG300 Workshop Training
This is the second part of the two workshop practice courses. the course covers the principles and hands on applications on machining, measurement, and machine shop safety. it includes a brief introduction to engineering materials, and selected practices on laying out and setting up a job, using measuring devices such as a vernier caliper and a micrometer,reading working drawing, sketching and dimensioning of parts.  Each student is required to complete a project, which involves measurement, setting up, cutting , and finishing applications.


CIVL211 Statics
Basic concepts and theorems. Concurrent planar forces. The moment concepts. Parallel forces. Couples. Center of gravity. The general case of planar forces. Constraints of rigid bodies, trusses, frames, machines. Friction. Moment of inertia. Concurrent forces, couples and parallel forces in space. General case of forces in space.

MENG222 Strength of Materials
Definition of stress, strain. Hook's law. Constitutive relations for uniaxial stresses. Shearing stress and strain. Torsion of circular members. Thin walled pressure vessels. Relations between bending moment, shearing force and distributed loads. Bending of beams with symmetrical sections. Bending of composite beams.

MENG231 Engineering Mechanics
Review of vector algebra. Principle of mechanics. Static equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies. Distributed force systems. Elements of structures, beam, trusses, cables. Friction. Review of particle dynamics, force, energy and momentum methods. Planar kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies. Energy methods. Particle and rigid body vibrations.
-Service course for IE students only.

MENG233 Rigid Body Dynamics
Kinematics of rigid bodies.2-D rigid body dynamics, D` Alembert`s principle. Energy Methods. Principle of impulse and momentum Angular momentum in 3-D.Motion about a fixed axis. Undamped vibration of rigid bodies.

MENG244 Fundamentals of Thermodynamics
Conservation of energy. Conservation of mass. Work and heat. Properties of Substances. First law of thermodynamics for closed systems. First law of thermodynamics for steady-flow devices. Second law of thermodynamics. Entropy. Ideal Brayton Cycle. Ideal Rankine Cycle. Ideal Vapor Compression -Refrigeration, Cycle.
Service course for IE students only.

MENG245 Thermodynamics I
Basic concepts and definitions. Properties of pure substances. The first law of thermodynamics: closed and open systems. The second law of thermodynamics. Entropy. Second-Law analysis of engineering systems.

MENG246 Thermodynamics II
Gas power cycles. Vapor and combined power cycles. Refrigeration cycles. Thermodynamic property relations. Gas mixtures. Gas-vapor mixtures and air conditioning. Chemical reactions. Chemical and phase equilibrium. Thermodynamics of high speed fluid flow.

MENG283 Engineering Materials
Crystal structures and crystal geometry. Solidification, crystalline imperfection, and diffusion in solids. Mechanical properties of engineering materials. Engineering alloys. Heat treatments of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. Corrosion and its prevention. The role of materials. Classification and section of materials. Mechanical and chemical properties for processing and use. Products and materials.
-Service course for IE students only.

MENG284 Engineering Materials
Crystal structure and crystal geometry phase diagrams of alloy systems, heat treatments applied to metallic materials and plain-carbon steels. Mechanical properties of metals stress-strain in metals, tensile test, hardness and hardness testing, fatigue and fracture of metals, impact test, creep of metals and creep test. Strengthening and plastic deformation of metals. Mechanical properties of ceramics, glasses, polymers and composites. Corrosion of metals. Material selection based on mechanical properties.

MENG303 Principles of CAE
Integration of computers into the design cycle. Interactive computer modeling and analysis. Geometrical modeling with wire frame, surface, and solid models. Finite element modeling and analysis. Curves and surfaces and CAD/CAM data exchange. The integration of CAD, CAE and CAM systems.

MENG331 Dynamics of Machinery
Mechanical vibrations: 2-D.O.F. vibrating systems, vibration measuring instruments, numerical methods for multi-degree of freedom systems, Dunkerley's equations, vibration of continuous systems, random vibrations. Balancing of machinery: rigid rotors, reciprocating machines, flywheels, planar linkages, balancing machines and instrumentation. Cam dynamics, gyroscope and governors.

MENG332 Control Systems
Control engineering mathematics, complex variables and Laplace transforms. Initial and final value theorems. Introduction to practical controllers and control principles. Mathematical modeling of dynamic systems, transfer functions and block diagrams, transient response analysis, stability analysis. Analysis of systems, deviation of transfer function and frequency response for various systems, devices and elements.

MENG345 Heat Transfer
Introduction, Conservation Laws, Introduction to conduction, One-dimensional steady state conduction, thermal generation, and extended surface, Two-dimensional and transient conduction, Introduction to convection, External Flow, Internal Flow, Free Convection, Boiling and Condensation, Heat Exchangers, Thermal Radiation, Absorption, reflection, and transmission, Radiation exchange, Mass Transfer.

ME 353 Fluid Mechanics
Fluid static's and forces on submerged bodies Introduction to kinematics of fluid flow. Energy, continuity and momentum equations. Navier-Stokes equations. Viscous flow through closed conduits. Fundamentals of boundary layer analysis. Similitude and dimensional analysis. Potential flow. Introduction to hydraulic machinery. ME 363 Principles of Production Engineering 4 Introduction to production engineering. Material properties. Casting. Power metallurgy. Processing of polymers. Metal working, hot working and cold working processes. Chip removal process. Non-traditional machining processes. Welding. Manufacturing systems and automation.
-Service course for IE students only.

ME 364 Manufacturing Technology
Fundamentals and principles of major manufacturing processes: casting, bulk deformation, sheet metalworking, powder metallurgy. Processing of polymers, ceramics, glass, rubber and composites. Metal cutting: cutting conditions, forces, temperatures, tool life, surface finish, coolants. Cutting tool materials. Principles, tools and process capabilities of basic machining operations: turning, milling, drilling, planning, shaping, boring, broaching. Gear manufacturing. Abrasive operations: grinding, finishing operations. Non-traditional processes. Basics of joining and assembling. Fusion and solid-state welding. Essentials of computer numerical control.

MENG375 Machine Elements I
Transformation of stress, Mohr's circle. Constitutive equations. Combined loadings. Deflection of beams. Stability of columns. Yield criteria. Strength of mechanical elements. Failure of elements under static and dynamic loadings.

MENG376 Machine Elements II
Screw threads and threaded fasteners. Bolted and riveted joints in shear. Welded and bonded joints, antifriction and journal bearings. Spur, helical worm and bevel gears, splines, force and stress analysis of gears and gear systems. Clutches, brakes and couplings. Belt and chain drives. Cam and follower systems. Systematic approach to design.

ME 400 Industrial Training
This is a period comprising a minimum of 40 days' training to be completed in an industrial organization by all students who are effectively in their junior or senior year. Students should obtain approval of the Department before commencing training. Following this training, students will be required to write a formal report and give a short presentation before a committee regarding their training.

ME 491 Capstone Team Project
The purpose of the course is to develop an understanding of independent research through the study of a particular Mechanical Engineering topic of interest. The special project is an exercise in the professional application of specialist skills and experience developed in the Mechanical Engineering program. Research topics, which may be principally experimental, theoretical or applied, will be chosen in consultation with a project supervisor. Elective Courses.


ME 492 Capstone Team Project
This course is designed as the 'capstone' of the educational program of the mechanical engineering students, allowing seniors to integrate their acquired knowledge and apply it to a real world problem. In solving such a problem, students are required tu utilize creative processes an inductive reasoning in one or more departmental areas of specialization (Design, thermo-fluid,production and materials); to develop,evaluate and recommend alternative solutions to an open ended problem; to stratify realistic constrains, such as time, cost, and material availability; and to demonstrate capabilities to cooperate in a small project team. Project topics maybe principally experimental, theoretical or applied, and will be authorized by the project supervisor. Priority will be given to small and medium sized manufacturers in North Cyprus and students will be encouraged to contact them to identify possible topics of mutual interests, although topics suggested and consulted with the project supervisor are also applicable.

ME 402 Finite Element Method Analysis of Stress and Strain
analysis of stress and strain .Constitutive equations. Plane problems of elasticity. The finite element concept. One- and two-dimensional finite element formulation techniques. Transformations, assembly and solution techniques. Introduction to three-dimensional finite elements. Project assignments of one- and two-dimensional problems.
Prerequisite: ME 375

ME 421 Fracture Mechanics
Elements of Fracture mechanics Transition temperature approach to fracture control. Micro structural aspects of fracture toughness. Environment-assisted cracking and metallurgical embrittlement. Fatigue crack propagation. Analysis of engineering failures.
Prerequisite: ME 375
 

ME 422 Automotive Engineering I
Internal  combustion engines, two stroke and four stroke engines, Spark ignition engines, Compression ignition engines, Basic engine parts, Valve trains and timing diagrams, Lubrication systems, Cooling systems, Fuel injection systems and Ignition systems, Brake systems and EBD, ABS, Alternative fuel.  Prerequisite: ME 245

ME 423 Elasticity and Plasticity
Theory of deformation, stress and strain. Three-dimensional equations of elasticity. Plane theory of elasticity. Prismatic bar subjected to end load. Thermal stress. Yield criteria of beams, rings, plates. Mechanics of metal forming.
Prerequisite: ME 375
 

ME 432 Automotive Engineering II
Power train, Gear box, Clutch, Drive shafts Differential, Steering systems, Directional stability, Tires and thread patterns, Suspension and intelligent suspension, Chassis and body, Body structure, Aerodynamics, Automobile air conditioning, Airbag, Electrical and electronic circuits, Charging, Lighting, Advanced construction materials.  Prerequisite: ME 422

ME 433 Mechanical Vibrations
Un dumped and dumped free vibration . Forced vibrations with harmonic excitation. Transient vibrations. Systems with two degrees of freedom. Vibration of continuous systems. Lagrange's equation.
Prerequisite: ME 232

ME 441 Internal Combustion
Air standard cycle analysis Chemical stoichiometry and dissociation, chemical equilibrium. Calculation of temperature rise in a combustion reaction with dissociation. Combustion in SI engines. Combustion in diesel engines. Mixture requirements for SI and diesel engines. Performance characteristics of internal combustion engines. Carburetor and injection systems. Supercharging of internal combustion engines.
Prerequisite: ME 242

ME 442 Solar Engineering
Introduction to solar engineering Solar radiation, methods of solar collection, components of solar systems, solar heating systems, liquid-based solar heating system for buildings, solar distillation of sea water.
Prerequisite: ME 344

ME 443 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Fundamentals of reversed heat engine cycles, refrigeration's, refrigeration load and the unit of refrigeration, Vapor-compression and absorption refrigeration cycles, air refrigeration cycles, vacuum refrigeration, refrigeration by thermo-electricity, heat pumps, components of a refrigeration plant, capacity control of refrigeration components, consideration of the requirements of refrigeration equipment to be used in air conditioning processes.
Prerequisite: ME 245

ME 445 Heat Exchanger Design
Parallel Heat Exchanger Design Parallel cross and counter flow type heat exchanger design calculations. Evaporation. Evaporator and condenser types: tube and shell, mixing types, and compact heat exchanges. Thermal stress problems of heat exchanges. Optimization of heat exchanges. Construction problems.
Prerequisite: ME 345

ME 446 Thermal Power Engines
Application of the basic principles of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer. Fuels, combustion, nuclear reactors, steam generating units. Steam and gas turbines, pumps, blowers and compressors. Design of power cycles and the associated component parts.
Prerequisite: ME 242

ME 452 Hydraulic Machinery
Hydraulic Machinery Similarity relations and general theory, Pelton Wheel, Francis Turbine and propeller turbine. Centrifugal pumps, axial and mixed pumps, pump combination, cavitation in hydraulic machines.
Prerequisite: ME 351

ME 453 Gas Dynamics
Introduction; Integral forms of conservation equations, differential forms of conservation equations. One-dimensional flow, oblique shock and expansion waves, quasi one-dimensional flow, unsteady wave motion, linearized flow, numerical techniques.
Prerequisite: ME 242

ME 454 Fundamentals of Flow Measurement
Fluid properties, measurement and accuracy, influence quantities, flow meter selection. Introduction to differential producers, differential producers design information. Linear flow meters.
Prerequisite: ME 353

ME 461 Injection Mold Design
Classification of tools Plastic materials. Injection mold design for thermo multi-plastics, injection and feed system. Mold cooling. Worked example of simple injection molds. Molding internal undercuts and threaded components. Introduction of multi-daylight and runner less molds. Molds for thermo-setting materials: compression, transfer and injection mold tools. Extrusion and blow molding dies.
Prerequisite: ME 102 -ME 362

ME 462 Metrology and Quality Control
Basic Consideration of measurement and review of standards, geometric and kinematics principles of instrument design, magnification systems, sources of error in measurement, interferometer and interferometers, flatness and surface texture, machine tool alignment, measurement of gears and screw threads, control of quality, factors affecting quality, statistical methods, sampling schemes, control charts and their interpretations, sampling techniques.

ME 463 Tool Drawing and Design
Principles of tool design Location systems. Principles and methods of clamping, cutting tool guidance. Fool proofing, swarf removal, table fixing, ejection. Jig feet, trunnions and indexing mechanisms, the use of standard parts. Jig and fixtures construction. Cutting tools: types, geometry and important features. Press tool design. Design assignments on jigs and fixture.
Prerequisite: ME 364

ME 464 Computer Integrated Manufacturing
What is CIM, CIM definition, CIM environment, CIM benefits. Business perspectives for CIM, objectives of manufacturing business, the business characteristics of CIM systems. Components of a CIM architecture, Simulation, Group Technology, Networks, Concurrent Engineering, Decision Support Systems, Expert System and CAD/CAM. Information and material flow in manufacturing. Modeling methodology and related tools in analysis and design of CIM for medium size companies.

ME 471 Mechanisms
Mobility and structural analysis Kinematics analysis of planar mechanisms, kinematics analysis and synthesis of linear mechanical systems. Direct rolling and sliding contact, involutes and cycloidal curves, speed ratios, simple and compound gear trains. Kinematics analysis of four-link mechanisms. Kinematic synthesis of planar mechanisms. Two and three positions of a plane, designing with four positions. Cam mechanisms and design. Intermittent motion mechanisms. Introduction to spherical mechanisms. Hooke's joint. The rotary step mechanisms.

ME 472 Machine Design
Concepts of design and engineering design. Design process. Modeling and simulation. Use of computers in engineering design. Introduction to CAD. Design optimization. Reliability. Case studies in machine design. Special topics in machine design.

ME 481 Engineering Fracture Mechanics
Griffith Energy balance approach, Irwin's modification to the Griffith theory, stress intensity approach, crack tip plasticity, fracture toughness, elastic stress field approach, finite specimen width for the stress intensity factor, centered crack specimen, edge-notched specimen, elliptical cracks. Fatigue factors affecting crack propagation, prediction of fatigue crack growth, SN curves, cyclic stresses, fatigue life calculations, materials design for fracture toughness, failure analysis.

ME 482 Engineering Metallurgy
Mechanical and non-destructive tests. Equilibrium diagrams and their interpretation. Hardening of metals. Deformation and annealing of metals. Heat treatment of steels. Corrosion and oxidation phenomena. Alloy steels, non-ferrous metals and alloys, cast irons.

ME 483 Mechanical Metallurgy
Elastic and plastic Behavior Engineering stress-strain curve, true stress-true strain curve, yielding criteria for ductile metals, combined stress tests. Torsion test. Strengthening mechanisms, strengthening from grain boundaries, solid-solution hardening, strengthening from fine particles, fiber strengthening, martensite strengthening. Fracture mechanics, Griffith theory, strain-energy release rate, fracture toughness and design, toughness of materials, transition-temperature curve. Fatigue of materials. Creep and stress rupture.

ME 485 Fatigue Failure
Fracture . Affecting fatigue behavior. Fatigue analysis of combined stress systems. Cyclic material behavior, formation of fatigue cracks, low cycle fatigue -LCF, high cycle fatigue -HCF, failure mechanisms in practice. Materials aspects of fatigue. Assessment of crack formation life, determination of stress and strain at a concentration, predicting crack formation life. Fracture mechanics and fatigue crack propagation, critical flaw size in fatigue, factors influencing crack propagation life.
 
 

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