Fall, 2007
Syllabus
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Wei-Yu Bao, room: EC 3234, phone: 305.348.6863, email:
baow@fiu.edu,
web: http://faculty.eng.fiu.edu/~wbao, office hours: 2:00
4:00 p.m. T.R..
CLASSROOM: EC 1110
SCHEDULE: 5:00 6:15 p.m. M. W., Section: U01, Class#:
10826
TEXTBOOKS: Introduction to System Dynamics, by Derek
Rowell and David N. Wormley, Prentice-Hall, 1997, ISBN: 0-13-210808-9
OBJECTIVES: To understand
the fundamentals of modeling, analysis, simulation and design of dynamic
systems, including linear and rotational mechanical systems, fluid systems,
thermal systems and electrical systems. To introduce the closed form, transform
methods, state variable methods, and numerical methods to analyze the dynamic
systems.
TENTATIVE LECTURE CONTENTS:
1. Introduction
to System Dynamics
2. State-Determined
Systems
3. System
Elements
4. Formulation
of System Models
5. State Equation Formulation
6. Operational
Methods for Linear Systems
Exam 1
7. System Properties and Solution Techniques
8. Time-Domain Analysis
9. State-Variable Analysis
Exam 2
10. Numerical
Simulation
11. Transfer
Function
12. Frequency-Domain
Analysis
Final Exam
GRADING POLICIES:
Homework and Projects: 25%, All homework
and project assignments have to be submitted on time. Late homework and
projects will have 20% per day penalty.
Quizzes: 10%, Pop-up quizzes will be given in
the class without previous announcement, open books and notes. There is no
make-up quiz.
Exams: 30%, Two exams
will be given in the class, open books and notes.
Final Exam: 35%, The final exam will be given in the class, open books and
notes. Makeup exam will be given only under extremely unusual circumstances. A
written request for a makeup exam must be provided.
A = 95.0 100 C+ = 76.7 79.9
A- = 90.0 94.9 C = 73.3 76.6
B+ = 86.7 89.9 C- = 70.0 73.2
B = 83.3 86.6 D = 60.0 69.9
B- = 80.0 83.2 F = below 60.0
ME Program Educational
Objectives:
|
Broad and in-depth knowledge of engineering science and principles in
the major fields of Mechanical Engineering for effective engineering
practice, professional growth, and as a base for life-long learning. |
|
Hands-on experience with available instruments and lab techniques to
bridge classroom learning and practical, real-life problems. |
|
The ability to utilize analytical and experimental methods and modern
computer technology for decision-making and engineering design and to solve
realistic engineering problems. |
|
The ability to work effectively with others in a team while
simultaneously maintaining independent and creative thought. |
|
The ability to communicate effectively and to articulate technical
matters using verbal, written, and graphic techniques. |
|
An adequate background to pursue graduate studies in engineering and
other fields. |
|
A sense of professional and social responsibility, including a
commitment to protect both occupational and public health and safety,
developed through consideration of moral, social, and ethical paradigms
related to the engineering profession and practice. |
ME Program Outcomes:
|
A. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering. |
|
D. Ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams. |
|
E. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve
engineering problems. |
|
F. Understanding of
professional and ethical responsibility. |
|
G. Ability to communicate effectively. |
|
I. Recognition of the need for,
and ability to engage in life-long learning. |
|
K. Ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools
necessary for engineering practice. |
|
M. Knowledge of mathematics and of basic and engineering science
necessary to carry out analysis and design appropriate to Mechanical
Engineering. |