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ME 581 Simulation of Mechanical Systems 

Course Description

This course introduces computational fundamentals, including digital logic; programming language, basic numerical analysis and data processing, as applied to mechanical simulation techniques.

 

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This course is available for Online study.

 

Course Offering Schedule via C&DE

Semester: Spring 2012

Day and Time: M W F 1:25-2:15 pm est. and Online

Location: 327 Sackett and Online

Start Date: January 9, 2012

End Date: May 4, 2012

 

Course Instructor:

Dr. H. Joseph Sommer III

Professor of Mechanical Engineering

The Pennsylvania State University

337 Leonhard Building

University Park, PA 16802

Phone: 814-863-8997

Fax: 814-865-9693

 

email: hjs1@psu.edu

Web page: http://www.mne.psu.edu/sommer/

 

M E 581 Simulation of Mechanical Systems (3) Introduces computational fundamentals, including digital logic; programming language, basic numerical analysis and data processing, as applied to mechanical simulation techniques.

 

Prerequisites: None

 

Required Textbook:

Computer-Aided Kinematics and Dynamics of Mechanical Systems, Haug

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Computer and Technology Requirements:  

bulletAssignments and Projects in this course require the use of MATLAB or similar software. Students should be familiar with MATLAB or similar software. MATLAB software is available for student use in some of the on-campus engineering computer labs. MATLAB is also available from the PSU Computer store: https://shop.computerstore.psu.edu/products2.cfm/ID/5257 
bulletThe use of Mac OS computers in not supported in this course.

 

The enrollment process is:

  1. Contact the the Office of Continuing and Distance Education for admission into the course at 814-865-7643.

  2. Complete and submit the Registration Form via mail, fax, or in person. See the Registration Page.

 

Important Dates for Current Offering

First day of instruction

January 9, 2012

End of course

May 4, 2012

 

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