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2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Math Education |
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MAED 535 - Explorations in Discrete Mathematics and Calculus [3]
This course is designed for elementary and middle school teachers to explore discrete mathematics and calculus concepts. Topics in discrete mathematics include logic, set theory, combinatorics and graph theory. Calculus topics will include introductions to limits, derivatives and integrals. Applications of discrete mathematics and calculus will be explored. Students will investigate national mathematics standards at the elementary and middle school level to make connections between the mathematics they teach and the discrete mathematics and calculus topics of this course.
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MAED 551 - Inquiry I: Patterns, Functions and Algebra [3]
This course uses an inquiry approach to investigate essential and advanced algebraic concepts. Topics include but are not limited to patterns, functions, relations, variables, equality, algebraic representation, justification, and proof. Course participants learn how to use manipulatives graphing calculators, and other visual technologies to create active learning classroom communities. Research on learning and teaching algebra, with emphasis on linear, quadratic, and exponential functions is the foundation for developing research-based teaching practices in algebra. Course participants assess student work samples in algebra, and design intervention strategies to deepen students’ algebraic understanding.
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MAED 552 - Inquiry II: Probability, Data Analysis, and Statistics [3]
This course uses an inquiry approach to investigate essential concepts from probability, data analysis, and statistics including descriptive and inferential statistics topics. Course participants learn how to use manipulatives, graphing calculators, software, and other analogical reasoning tools to create active learning classroom communities. Research on learning and developing students’ probabilistic and statistical reasoning is the foundation for developing research-based teaching practices in probability and statistics. Course participants assess student work samples in probability, data analysis, and statistics, and design instructional activities and intervention strategies to move students’ mathematical thinking forward.
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MAED 553 - Inquiry III: Spatial Reasoning, Geometry, and Proof [3]
This course uses an inquiry approach to investigate essential and advanced geometric concepts and spatial reasoning. This course is designed for secondary mathematics teachers who want to boost their content and pedagogy knowledge by exploring Euclidean, Non-Euclidean, and finite geometries to develop an appreciation of axiomatic systems and proof. Additionally, students will use manipulatives, graphing calculators, dynamic geometry drawing tools to create inquiry experiences and active learning classrooms. Exposure to research on learning and teaching geometry, measurement and proof as the foundation for the developing research-based teaching and assessment practices in geometry. Course participants assess student work samples in geometry, and design intervention strategies to move the thinking of geometry students forward using the Van Hiele Levels of Geometric Understanding. Applications to geometry in art, architecture, nature, computer graphics, and other fields are incorporated.
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MAED 556 - Discrete Mathematics and Problem Solving [3]
This course explores discrete mathematics and its applications in science and technology. Topics include logic and proof, induction and recursion, number theory, set theory, combinatorics and discrete probability, algorithms, algorithm analysis, and discrete structures. Students will use a variety of problem solving strategies and reflect upon the mathematical process of problem solving. Students will also investigate how discrete mathematics concepts are embedded in the national standards of K-12 mathematics courses and ways to teach discrete mathematics in the K-12 classroom.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Admission to the MAE program or permission of the Education Department
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Mathematics |
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MATH 404 - Introduction to Partial Differential Equations I [3]
Linear and quasi-linear first order equations, method of characteristics, linear second order equations,derivations, classifications, and fundamental solutions, integral transforms, self-adjoint operators, Sturm-Liouville problems and eigenfunction expansions, Fourier series, boundary and initial value problem for potential, wave, and heat equations, Green’s functions, and distributions.
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MATH 600 - Real Analysis [3]
Review of properties of (usual) norm and inner product in Rn, countable and uncountable sets. Basic ideas of metric spaces. Compact, connected, and complete metric spaces, continuous and uniformly continuous functions on metric spaces. Fixed points and Banach contraction principle. Uniform convergence of sequences and series of functions, term-by-term differentiation and integration. Power series and radius/interval of convergence. Arzela-Ascoli theorem. The weierstrass approximation theorem on a compact interval. Differentiation in Rn. Inverse and implicit function theorems.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 301.
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MATH 601 - Measure Theory [3]
Measure and integration: sigma-algebras, measures, outer measures, Borel measures on R, measurable functions, integration of non-negative functions, mode of convergence, product measures, Lebesgue integral on R, decomposition and differentiation of measures, signed measures, the Lebesgue- Radon-Nikodym theorem, differentiation on R, functions of bounded variation spaces, basic theory of Lp spaces and the dual of Lp.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 302, MATH 401 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 602 - Complex Analysis [3]
Complex numbers and their algebraic and geometric properties, moduli, polar form, powers and roots, analytic functions, derivatives, Cauchy-Riemann equations, harmonic functions, elementary functions, definite integrals, contours, line integrals, Cauchy-Goursat theorem, Cauchy integral formula, derivatives, Morera’s theorem, maximum modulus theorem, Liouville’s theorem and fundamental theorem of algebra, Schwarz lemma and applications, Taylor and Laurent series, integration and differentiation of series, residues and poles, mapping by elementary functions and conformal mapping.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 600 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 603 - Matrix Analysis [3]
Topics in this course will include a review of basic matrix operations, determinants,rank, matrix inverse and solving linear equations. The course then will study partitioned matrices, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, spectral decomposition, singular-value decomposition, Jordan canonical form, orthogonal projections, idempotent matrices, quadratic forms, extrema of quadratic forms, non-negative definite and positive definite matrices, and matrix derivatives.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 221, 251 and 301, or permission of the instructor.
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MATH 604 - Functional Analysis [3]
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MATH 611 - Applied Analysis [3]
Hilbert and Banach spaces, linear operators and quadratic functional, orthogonal bases and the generalized Fourier series, variational problems and the methods of Ritz-Galerkin, least squares and steepest descent, applications to boundary value problems for ordinary and partial differential equations.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 600 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 612 - Ordinary Differential Equations [3]
Matrix exponentials, linear systems of equilibria, phase diagrams, non-linear systems, existence, uniqueness and dependence on initial data, stability by linearization and by Liapunov’s direct method, limit sets and LaSalle’s invariance principle, periodic orbits and self-sustained oscillations, Poincare Bendixon theory, Floquet theory, gradient systems, applications to mechanical systems and predator-prey problems.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 225, MATH 301, MATH 302 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 614 - Partial Differential Equations [3]
Quasi-linear, first-order PDEs; conservation laws; the method of characteristics; discontinuous solutions and shock waves; linear second-order PDEs and their classification; maximum principles; elliptic PDEs; Sobolev spaces and existence of weak solutions; and regularity.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 600 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 617 - Introduction to Industrial Mathematics [3]
The objective of this course is the survey of mathematical and statistical techniques traditionally important to quantitative modeling in industry and government. Topics might include, but are not restricted to, data acquisition and manipulation, discrete Fourier transform and image processing, linear programming, regression, random variables and distributions, Monte Carlo method, ordinary and partial differential equations, with applications of these concepts to industrial problems. The course is not designed to substitute for any course covering these topics in detail, but rather to link a survey of techniques to applications.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 251, MATH 225, MATH 221, STAT 355 or consent of the instructor. Some programming experience is recommended.
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MATH 620 - Numerical Analysis [3]
Interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, solution of non-linear equations, acceleration of convergence, numerical treatment of differential equations. Topics will be supplemented with programming assignments.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: MATH 221, MATH 301 and familiarity with a high-level programming language or consent of instructor.
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MATH 621 - Numerical Methods For Partial Differential Equations [3]
Finite difference methods for elliptic, parabolic and hyperbolic equations; first-order systems; the eigenvalue problems; variational formulation of elliptic problems, and the finite element method and its relation to finite difference methods.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: MATH 620 , MATH 630 and familiarity with a high-level programming language or consent of instructor.
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MATH 625 - Computational Mathematics and C Programming [3]
Introduction to theory and computational algorithms in selected topics of interest to mathematicians, engineers and scientists. Includes design and implementation of algorithms as C programs. Representative topics: solution of linear systems, the wavelet transform and applications to image processing and image compression, minimization routines for multi-variable functions and application to determining the equilibria of statically indeterminate trusses, Legendre polynomials and their derivatives, Gaussian quadrature of arbitrary order, non-linear system solvers, mesh generation routines and other ancillary components leading to an implementation of a simple but general-purpose finite element solver for elliptic partial differential equations in the plane. The course includes a concurrent and intensive introduction to programming in C.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 221, MATH 225, MATH 251 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 627 - Introduction to Parallel Computing [3]
This course introduces students to scientific computing on modern parallel computers. Examples of numerical algorithms will be taken from several areas of mathematics, including numerical analysis and numerical linear algebra. Students will discuss the implications of the parallel architecture on the design of numerical algorithms. Standard packages available for low-level parallel computing will be introduced to implement high-level algorithms. Parallel computing equipment will be made available to students enrolled in the course. The course includes a significant portion of instruction dedicated to learning the parallel programming language on that machine.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 630 , fluency in C or Fortran programming or consent of instructor.
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MATH 630 - Numerical Linear Algebra [3]
Review of basic matrix theory, algebraic properties of eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization of square matrices, vector and matrix norms, singular value decomposition, orthogonal projections and generalized inverses, Matrix decompositions, LU, QR and Cholesky decompositions, numerical algorithms and applications. Topics will be supplemented with programming assignments.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: MATH 221, MATH 301 and familiarity with a high-level programming language or consent of instructor.
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MATH 635 - Foundations of Finite Element Methods [3]
Variational formulations of physical problems; Ritz-Galerkin method; h, p and hp finite element spaces; approximation theory. A selection of topics from: plate and shell elements, mixed methods, superconvergence, a posterior error estimation, reliability and adaptivity. Computational experience with finite element codes will be provided.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: MATH 600 , MATH 620 and familiarity with a high-level programming language or consent of instructor.
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MATH 640 - Linear Systems [3]
Impulsive functions, signal representations and input-output relations, dynamic equations in the time and frequency domains, observability and controllability for continuous and discrete time, real stability and stabilization of linear systems, quadratic regulators for continuous and discrete time systems, asymptotic observers and compressor design.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: STAT 451 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 650 - Foundations of Optimization [3]
Study of the fundamental theory underlying linear and nonlinear optimization; unconstrained and constrained optimization; first- and second-order optimality conditions for unconstrained optimization; Fritz John and Kuhn-Tucker conditions; fundamental notions of convex sets and convex functions; theory of convex polyhedral; duality; linear programming, quadratic programming.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: MATH 251, MATH 430, MATH 302 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 651 - Optimization Algorithms [3]
Design and analysis of algorithms for linear and non-linear optimization; first-order numerical methods for unconstrained optimization (line-search methods, steepest-descent method, trust-region method, conjugate-gradient method, quasi-Newton methods, methods for large scale problems); Newton’s method; numerical methods for linear programming (simplex methods, interior-point methods); numerical methods for constrained optimization (penalty, barrier, and augmented-Lagrangian methods, sequential quadratic programming method).
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 221, MATH 251, or consent of instructor. MATH 650 recommended.
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MATH 652 - Stochastic Models in Operations Research [3]
Stochastic programming, Markov decision processes, stochastic inventory models and sequential stochastic games.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: MATH 650 , MATH 681 , STAT 611 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 655 - Calculus of Variations [3]
Classical calculus of variations, the simplest variational problem, examples, variation of a functional, the Euler-Lagrange equations, the isoperimetric problem, constrained variational problems, Legendre’s condition, Jacobi necessary condition, connection between Jacobi condition and the theory of quadratic forms, the field of a functional, Hilbert invariant integral, Weierstrass E-function, Riccati differential equation, Noether’s theorem, the principle of least action, conservation laws and the Hamilton-Jacobi equation.
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MATH 671 - Topology [3]
Metric spaces, topological spaces, derived topological spaces, separation axioms, generalized convergence, covering properties and compactness, connectedness, metrizability, complete metric spaces and introduction to homotopy theory.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 301.
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MATH 673 - Differential Geometry [3]
The differential geometry of curves and surfaces, curvature and torsion, moving frames, fundamental differential forms and intrinsic geometry of a surface.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: MATH 221 and MATH 251.
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MATH 681 - Linear Algebra [3]
Finite-dimensional vector spaces, subspaces, linear transformations and matrices. Further topics to be chosen from: convex sets and convex functional; dual space; direct sum and quotient space; minimal polynomials; Jordan canonical form; inner product; normal, symmetric and orthogonal transformations and applications.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 221 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 683 - Number Theory [3]
Divisibility, prime numbers, modules and linear forms, unique factorization theorem, Euler’s function, Mobius function, cyclothymic polynomials, congruences and quadratic residues, Legendre’s and Jacobi’s symbol, reciprocity law of quadratic residues and introductory explanation of the method of algebraic number theory.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 301.
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MATH 685 - Combinatorics and Graph Theory [3]
General enumeration methods, difference equations, generating functions. Elements of graph theory, including transport networks, matching theory and graph algorithms.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MAT 301 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 688 - Abstract Algebra [3]
Sets and mapping, groups, sub-groups, homomorphisms, Sylow and Cayley theorems, rings and ideals, Euclidean rings, extension fields and Galois theory.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: MATH 301 and MATH 302 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 690 - Mathematics Seminars [0]
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MATH 699 - Independent Study in Mathematics [1-6]
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MATH 700 - Special Topics in Numerical Analysis [1-3]
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MATH 710 - Special Topics in Applied Mathematics [1-3]
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MATH 717 - Projects in Industrial Mathematics [3]
The primary objective of the course is to apply knowledge gained in students’ graduate program to a number of micro-projects in a way that reflects procedures done in non-academic settings. This includes working in a team on the projects; helping to prepare a written report on the problem formulation, analysis and results; and giving an oral presentation on the work. The industrial-oriented problems might need modeling involving methodologies from probability, statistics, ordinary or partial differential equations or discrete mathematics. The course is considered a core requirement for students taking the industrial mathematics master’s degree option, but other students are encouraged to participate.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 617 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 740 - Special Topics in Systems Theory and Operations Research [1-3]
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MATH 750 - Introduction to Interdisciplinary Consulting [3]
This course provides an introduction to professional consulting. Students will gain experience in approaching application problems, translating them into the language of mathematics and statistics, applying mathematical and statistical tools including software, and delivering the product to the client. People from across campus and from local companies and government agencies will serve as clients to provide real-life consulting experience. If the course is integral to a student’s curriculum, the course can be repeated once for credit by petitioning the graduate program director.
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MATH 799 - Master’s Thesis Research [1-6]
Master’s thesis research under the direction of a UMBC MEES faculty member.
Note: Six credit hours are required for the master’s degree.
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MATH 898 - Pre-Candidacy Doctoral Research [1-6]
Research on doctoral dissertation conducted under the direction of a faculty advisor before candidacy.
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MATH 899 - Doctoral Dissertation Research [9]
Research on doctoral dissertation is conducted under direction of faculty advisor.
Admission to Doctoral Candidacy Required
Note: A minimum of 18 credit hours are required. This course is repeatable.
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MATH 6140 - Dynamical Systems [3]
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MATH 7700 - Master’s Special Study [1]
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MATH 8800 - Doctoral Special Study [1]
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Mechanical Engineering |
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ENME 501 - Principles of Engineering [3]
This course provides an overview of engineering and engineering technology. Definitions and types of engineering, communication and documentation of engineering design, the design process, engineering systems, statics and strength of materials, materials and materials testing in engineering, engineering for reliability, and an introduction to dynamics/kinematics are discussed. Emphasis is placed on engineering education pedagogy, delivery methods and assessment. Does not apply to a graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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ENME 502 - Introduction to Engineering Design [3]
Using computer modeling software, students solve design problems as they develop, create and analyze product models. Introduction to design, sketching and visualization, geometric relationships, modeling, assembly modeling, model analysis and verification, model documentation, presentation, production, and marketing are addressed. Autodesk Inventor is used as a design tool. Does not apply to a graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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ENME 503 - Digital Electronics [3]
Develop logical thinking skills by solving problems and designing control systems. Use computer simulations to learn about the logic of electronics as to design, test and construct circuits and devices. Digital electronics fundamentals, number systems, gates, Boolean algebra, combination circuit design, adding, flip-flops, shift registers and counters, families and specifications, and microprocessors are studied. Emphasis is placed on engineering education pedagogy, delivery methods and assessment. Does not apply to a graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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ENME 600 - Design With Advanced Technology [3]
Synthesis of stress analysis and properties and characteristics of materials as related to design. Areas covered: combined stress designs, optimizations, composite structures, stress concentrations, design under various environmental conditions, metal working and limit analysis. Review of design literature, design project.
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ENME 605 - Advanced Control Systems [3]
This course deals with modeling, analysis, and control of both linear and nonlinear dynamic systems. Topics covered include input-output and state space representations of continuous and discrete-time systems; modeling of mechanical and electrical systems; stability, controllability, and observability; design and analysis of feedback control systems in the transform and time domains; state observers and estimation methods; linear quadratic optimal control; and advanced nonlinear control strategies. Graduate student research areas and topics may be integrated into the course project component.
Course ID: 054250
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENME 403
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ENME 606 - Systems Analysis II [3]
Non-linear systems using series and linearization techniques, switching systems, classical and state space techniques, discrete systems and hybrid systems, systems using stochastic inputs, introduction to filtering and estimating.
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ENME 607 - Systems Integration and Simulation [3]
Modeling of complex electro-mechanical, fluid and thermal systems, digital and analog computer simulation in the time and frequency domain for dynamic analysis, modification of system characteristics to meet response requirements and application to mechanical engineering systems.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Graduate-level mathematics.
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ENME 610 - Design Optimization with Engineering Applications [3]
This graduate-level course presents analytical and numerical methods utilized in the solution of design optimization problems encountered across different disciplines in engineering. The content of the course includes mathematical analysis of one- and multi-deminsional problems, gradient-based (e.g., GRG, SQP), and gradient-free (e.g., GA, SA) methods. Students will have the opportunity to develop their programming skills and use commercially available computational tools.
Course ID: 054253
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Advanced standing in ME
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ENME 611 - Advanced Manufacturing Processes [3]
Consideration of the costs of manufacturing processes in design; characterization of manufacturing processes as basic (casting, forging, molding) or secondary (machining, cold working, drawing), and description of processes in terms of capabilities, costs and effects on mechanical properties of the product.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENME 300 or equivalent.
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ENME 615 - Product Development 3
This course will address the methods and processes for developing new products, defining market opportunities, product planning, product design and manufacturing. Topics covered will include market research and collecting user requirements, translation of user needs into product specifications, prototyping/market testing to evaluate product concepts, product design, manufacturing planning, and product launch.
Course ID: 102394
Prerequisite: Undergraduate degree in engineering or related field
Components: Lecture
Grading Method: R
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ENME 616 - Manufacturing Operations [3]
This course will cover the process of translating a prototype into a viable product, specifically focusing on the business/operational aspects of product development and manufacturing. Topics covered will include manufacturing process planning, statistical process control and six sigma, product testing, lean manufacturing, and supply chain management.
Course ID: 102387
Prerequisite: ENME 615 Product Development or Instructor Permission
Components: Lecture
Grading Method: R
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ENME 617 - Advanced Manufacturing Processes [3]
The focus of the course is for students to develop an understanding of the design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) process, specifically how to select a fabrication process for a particular component/application and then optimize the design for that process. The course will cover the spectrum of manufacturing processes, from prototyping and digital fabrication methods to machining and injection molding and will include hands-on fabrication of components using a variety of fabrication methods (machining, digital fabrication, injection molding).
Course ID: 102388
Prerequisite: ENME 616 Manufacturing Operations or Instructor Permission
Components: Lecture
Grading Method: R
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ENME 618 - Organizational Management for Product Design and Manufacturing [3]
This course will cover management of the product development process and cross-functional product development teams. It will include organizational structures, personality profiles and diversity, management practices, the challenges of cross-functional team dynamics, project management tools, earned value, and fundamentals of budgets/accounting.
Prerequisite: ENME 615 or Instructor Permission
Components: Lecture
Grading Method: R
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ENME 631 - Advanced Conduction and Radiation Heat Transfer [3]
Theory of conduction and radiation, anisotropic conduction and bi-directional radiation properties and experiments, general conduction and radiation governing equations, integration, finite difference and finite element techniques; combined conduction and radiation; and engineering applications.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: ENME 315, ENME 321 and ENME 700.
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ENME 632 - Advanced Convection Heat Transfer [3]
Theory of convection and mass transfer in pipe flow, boundary layer flow, separated flow, free convection, boiling and condensing; flow and energy equations, solutions and engineering applications; and experimental methods.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENME 315, ENME 342, ENME 343 and graduate-level mathematics.
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ENME 633 - Advanced Classical Thermodynamics [3]
The laws of classical thermodynamics, equations of state, temperature scales, availability, general equilibrium, corollaries to the second law and chemical thermodynamics.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENME 217.
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ENME 640 - Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics I [3]
A broad study of fundamental principles of fluid mechanics, including potential flow, viscous flow, compressible flow and convection.
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ENME 645 - Computational Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer [3]
Explores the use of numerical methods for solving heat transfer and fluid flow problems, their properties and solution techniques for conduction and free and forced convection problems.
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ENME 647 - Multi-Phase Flow and Heat Transfer [3]
Phase-change heat transfer phenomenology, analysis and correlations; boiling and condensation in stationary systems; multi-phase flow fundamentals; one-dimensional, two-phase flow analysis; critical flow rates, convective boiling and condensation and two-phase flow instabilities, applications.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: ENME 321 and ENME 342 or equivalent.
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ENME 662 - Linear Vibrations [3]
Fourier and statistical analysis; transient, steady-state and random behavior of linear, lumped-mass systems; normal-mode theory; shock spectrum concepts; mechanical impedance and mobility methods; and vibrations of continuous media, including rods, beams and membranes.
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ENME 664 - Dynamics [3]
Fundamentals of Newtonian dynamics, which include kinematics of a particle, dynamics of a particle and system of particles; LaGrange’s equations; basic concepts and kinematics of rigid body motion; dynamics of rigid-bodies; Hamilton’s principle; and applications to mechanical engineering problems.
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ENME 670 - Continuum Mechanics [3]
The algebra and calculus of tensor in Riemannian space are developed with special emphasis on those aspects that are most relevant to mechanics. The geometry of curves and surfaces in E-3 is examined. The concepts are applied to derive of the field equations for the non-linear theory of continuous media and to various problems arising in classical dynamics.
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ENME 671 - Linear Theory of Elasticity [3]
The basic equations of the linear theory are developed as a special case of the non-linear theory. The first and second boundary value problems are discussed together with the problem of uniqueness. Solutions are constructed to problems of technical interest through semi-inverse, transform and potential methods. Included are the study of plane problems, torsion, dynamic response of spherical shells and tubes, micro-structure and anisotropic materials.
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ENME 677 - Applied Elasticity [3]
Analysis of stress and strain, equilibrium and compatibility conditions, plane stress and plane strain problems, torsion and flexure of bars, general three-dimensional analysis, energy methods, thermal stresses and wave propagation.
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ENME 678 - Fracture Mechanics [3]
An advanced treatment of fracture mechanics covering in detail the analysis concepts for determining the stress intensity factors for various types of cracks, advanced experimental methods for evaluating materials or structures for fracture toughness; analysis of moving cracks and the statistical analysis of fracture strength; treatment of illustrative fracture control plans to show the engineering applications of fracture mechanics.
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ENME 680 - Experimental Mechanics [3]
Advanced methods of measurement in solid and fluid mechanics. scientific photography, moire, photoelasticity, strain gages, interferometry, holography, speckle, not techniques, shock and vibration and laser anemometry.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in instrumentation or equivalent.
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ENME 682 - Non-Linear Solids [3]
A survey course dealing with first-principle, non-linear mechanics, the classical theological relations, theory of creep deformation, visco-elastic deformation and plastic deformation and applications to simple engineering problems. Emphasis is placed on the more elementary aspects of each topic.
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ENME 683 - Plates and Shells [3]
Theory of surfaces, fundamental equations of thin elastic shells and the specialization of these to the case of flat plates, problems solved involving orthotropic plates and shells, shells of revolution under arbitrary loading and computer use for solving shell and plate problems.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ENME 677 or an equivalent course in elasticity.
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ENME 684 - Mechanical Behavior of Material [3]
The course will deal with linear and non-linear behaviors of materials with emphasis on determination of material constants. The topics include linear response of isotropic and anisotropic materials, yield and visco-elastic-plastic response of metals, visco-elastic-plastic response of polymers including relaxation and creep, damage and fracture of materials, response under cyclic loading and fatigue crack propagation, nonlinear response of metals and polymers at high temperature and under dynamic loading, and dislocations and strengthening mechanisms.
Course ID: 102312
Prerequisite: ENME 220 or Equivalent
Components: Lecture
Grading Method: R
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ENME 760 - Advanced Structural Dynamics I [3]
Advanced topics in structural dynamics analysis, dynamic properties of materials, impact and contact phenomena, wave propagation, modern numerical methods for complex structural systems, analysis for wind and blast loads, penetration loads, earthquake, non-linear systems, random vibrations and structural failure from random loads.
Prerequisite: Prerequisites: ENME 602 and ENME 603 or equivalent.
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ENME 799 - Master’s Thesis Research [1-6]
Master’s thesis research under the direction of a UMBC Mechanical Engineering faculty member.
Note: Six credit hours are required for the master’s degree.
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ENME 808 - Advanced Topics in Mechanical Engineering [1-3]
Topics vary with semester and may be taken repeatedly, as topics vary. Example topics are biofluid mechanics, soft-tissue mechanics, biomaterials, composites, mechatronics and electro-mechanical design.
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ENME 810 - Special Topics in Manufacturing [2-4]
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ENME 811 - Special Topics in Mechanical Design [2-4]
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ENME 812 - Special Topics in Mechanical Systems [2-4]
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ENME 813 - Special Topics in Biomechanics [2-4]
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ENME 814 - Special Topics in Materials Engineering [2-4]
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ENME 815 - Special Topics in Solid Mechanics [2-4]
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ENME 816 - Special Topics in Fluid Mechanics [2-4]
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ENME 817 - Special Topics in Thermal Mechanics [2-4]
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ENME 898 - Pre-Candidacy Doctoral Research [3-9]
Research on doctoral dissertation conducted under the direction of a faculty advisor before candidacy.
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ENME 899 - Doctoral Dissertation Research [9]
Research on doctoral dissertation is conducted under direction of faculty advisor.
Prerequisite: Admission to Doctoral Candidacy Required
Note: A minimum of 18 credit hours are required. This course is repeatable.
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MLL 600 - Special Projects in Intercultural Communication [1-3]
Open to students with special projects on application to the instructor who will supervise the particular project.
Note: Permission to register must be in writing and must specify the number of credits sought.
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MLL 601 - Intercultural Pragmatics [3]
In this course students examine the pragmatic components of human interaction within an intercultural context. The course is concerned with the crucial role context and pragmatic principles play in understanding the invisible meanings of utterances in everyday conversations and other forms of human communication. Topics of investigation will include: the role of culture and the cultural unconscious in meaning making; content and co-text; situation, frames and scripts in defining context and meaning; implicature; cooperative principle; relevance theory; politeness theory; speech act theory and performativity; and the relationship between language and power.
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MLL 602 - Ethnography of Communication [3]
At the intersection of linguistics and anthropology, the ethnography of communication has as its goal an understanding of the patterning of communicative behavior within culture. Topics to be covered in the course include what it means to “talk” in different cultural contexts, the functions of literacy in the United States and elsewhere, the symbolic organization of the world in writing and speaking, language attitudes and social prestige, and how languages and cultures are acquired and reproduced. Readings will include case studies drawn from work on a wide variety of cultures.
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MLL 603 - Political Economy of Culture [3]
A study of the economic, social and political forces conditioning cultural identity and production. Special attention is paid to questions of race, gender, social class, nation and the international order.
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MLL 605 - The Field of Intercultural Communication [3]
This course introduces the history and practices of the field of intercultural communication, including its diverse theoretical and conceptual approaches; its analytical and methodological tools of evaluation and assessment; basic principles of training and professional and career development opportunities in the various areas of the discipline, particularly as it is practiced at UMBC.
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MLL 606 - Theory and History of Intercultural Media [3]
This course will trace the historical and stylistic evolution of documentary and other film genres, including ethnographic and feature films, while exploring the use of these as a conduit for intercultural communication. Students will view intercultural film and video projects of the invited filmmakers. Reading selected texts will help inform the discussion and analysis of what constitutes the genre “intercultural film.”
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MLL 612 - Linguistics and Bilingualism [3]
Bilingualism is a part of everyday life for many people around the world, yet in some ways, it is still a poorly understood phenomenon. In this course, we will examine bilingualism, first as a characterization of individual human beings and then as a factor in social patterning. In particular, we will be interested in the structures that constitute human linguistic knowledge and the broader abilities of communicative competence and the ways bilinguals may differ from monolinguals in these areas.
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MLL 613 - Language, Gender & Culture [3]
In Language, Gender and culture, students gain an in-depth understanding of how gender and language are integrated into the fabric of cultures and societies and how sociocultural contexts give meaning to linguistic practices and to gender categories. Students will examine and evaluate a diverse body of literature and scholarship from the fields of linguistics, anthropology, gender studies, and sociology that bear on these issues. Critical attention will be paid to understanding the roles of language and gender in the U.S. context, especially with regard to the U.S. social institutions of education and the media; we will also explore relationships between language and gender in a range of other Western and non-Western cultures. Students will apply what they have learned in the course to final projects that may be research-based or outreach-based. Recommended preparation is one of the following: GWST 100, GWST 200, LING 360
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MLL 625 - Intercultural and Cross-Cultural Communication [3]
The purpose of this course is to study communication within the context of the cultural setting. The three main goals are: (1) to provide students with materials, both cognitive and experiential, with which they can develop an awareness of their own cultural identity; (2) to increase their knowledge of the special communication problems to be expected in a cross-cultural situation; and (3) to offer students the opportunity to apply new insights to cross-cultural encounters.
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MLL 626 - Advanced Methods in Intercultural Training [3]
This course will continue the acquisition of complex intercultural training skills initiated in MLL 625 , including needs assessment, training design, planning and implementation. Students will develop and implement training modules for real-life cases inside or outside the university. Training will be applicable both across national cultures (global diversity training) and co-cultures (national diversity training). Students will show their gained skills by doing a needs assessment, designing and implementing a one-day training workshop and presenting it to the client. This course requires active participation and a high level of engagement and commitment. Experiential exercises will be a recurrent element during the sessions.
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MLL 660 - Theoretical Approaches to Intercultural Communication: A Critical Overview [3]
Students will analyze and discuss theoretical frameworks, concepts, research projects and currently available textbooks on intercultural communication, examining discussions in the US, (but also those in other countries, if possible), that students are either interested in or have selected for a cooperative project. This course will expand and deepen knowledge of intercultural communication theories studied in MLL 605 . It is designed to provide a basis for research into theories of intercultural
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MLL 670 - Second-Language Acquisition and Learning: From Theory to Practice [3]
This course examines issues in second language acquisition and learning from the perspective of teaching and learning in ESOL and foreign-language classrooms. Topics covered include a review of past and current learning theories, an exploration of the range of factors (physiological, cognitive, affective, environmental) affecting first- and second-language acquisition, the role of input and output in second-language development, the role of learning styles and strategies in language learning and language processing in reading and listening. These topics will be explored through readings, class discussions and a variety of individual and collaborative projects and assignments.
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MLL 690 - Seminar in Modern Languages and Linguistics [3]
A study of a specific topic involving language, literature or culture and/or their inter-relations.
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