Lumped parameter models for mechanical, electrical, thermal, fluid, and mixed systems. Matrix representation, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, time domain solutions, frequency response plots, and computer simulations are used to explore system response. Design of system for desired responses. Introduces feedback control, stability, and performance criteria. Prereq: ECE 537, ME 627, MATH 527. Writing intensive.

The goal of this course is to become "Fluent in energy" and to learn about the engineering fundamentals of renewable energy technologies. The course will begin by giving an overview of U.S. energy usage and sources, as well as history and trends. Various renewable energy topics will then be discussed. Where applicable, topics will be discussed in detail from a fluid and thermal sciences point of view. Guest lecturers and a field trip may be included. This course is open to all engineering seniors. Prereq: ME 503 - Thermodynamics, ME 608 - Fluid Dynamics, or equivalent, or instructor permission.

Continuation of Senior Design Project I, in which the proposal submitted in the previous course is developed into a prototype system. Part II emphasizes the development, assembly, testing and evaluation of the system designed in Part I. Lectures and seminars focus on the prototype development process, design verification and industry practices. A formal report documents the semester's work. Prereq: ME 755. Writing intensive.

Development of advanced control system design concepts such as Nyquist analysis, lead-lag compensation, state feedback, parameter sensitivity, controllability, observability, introduction to non-linear and modern control. Includes interactive computer-aided design and real-time digital control. Prereq: ME 747 or permission. (Also offered as ECE 772.) Lab.