Faculty: Dr. Behnam Bahr and Dr. Parviz Yavari
This emphasis focuses on Integrated Design and Advanced Manufacturing based on Solid Modeling as the core communication cornerstone of concurrent engineering. Topics include: software application for 3-D modeling, Finite Element Analysis, Materials Sciences and Mechanics. Projects range from the modeling and analysis of single machine components to complex assemblies. The program benefits from state-of-the-art equipment such as rapid prototyping, 3-D scanning, computer controlled machining tools as well as software such as NASTRAN, SOLIDWORKS, IDEAS, and ProE.
Undergraduate Background
Students must have the required background courses or equivalents:
MAE 172, Engineering Design Graphics
MAE 272, Introduction to Manufacturing Processes
MAE 322, Engineering Materials and Materials Processes
MAE 375, Kinematics and Dynamics of Mechanisms
MAE 471, Analysis and Design of Machine Components
MAE 472, Design of Mechanical Engineering Systems
Requirements (Effective 2007/2008 Catalog Year)
Completion of a minimum of 30 units (for PLAN I) or 36 units (for PLAN II) beyond the bachelor's degree in graduate courses approved by the Department's Graduate Studies Committee, including:
| Requirements |
PLAN I |
PLAN II |
|---|---|---|
| Math |
6 units |
6 units |
| Core |
12 units |
12 units |
| Electives |
6 units |
12 units |
| Thesis or Directed Research |
6 units Thesis |
6 units Directed Research |
| Total |
30 |
36 |
All courses are three units
Math: MAE 501, Engineering Analysis I
MAE 502 , Engineering Analysis II
Core Courses:
MAE 512/612, Computer-Aided Design in Mechanical Engineering
MAE 527, Metals and Plastics Manufacturing Processing
MAE 574/474, Computer-Aided Manufacturing
Electives: Core courses not taken:
MAE 663/763, Nonlinear Optimized Structures
MAE 669, Design of Composite Structures
MAE 671, Random and Nonlinear Vibrations
MAE 672 , Stress Analysis in Design
Thesis: MAE 698
Directed Research: MAE 697
To make MAE advising appointments:
me-info@csulb.edu, (562) 985-1563, ECS-635.
*Note: although every effort is made to keep this Web site up to date, you should also consult the printed catalog for official information and program requirements, which may vary depending on the year you enter(ed) the program.