Thermal Fluids Laboratory

Summer 2023 > Engineering/Engineering Technology > MECH.4030 > 021

Course No: MECH.4030-021; SIS Class Nbr: 2824; SIS Term: 3240
Course Status: Open Added 2/24/23

Course Description

Continuation of Mechanical Engineering Lab I. Focuses on digital data acquisition systems used on mechanical engineering equipment. Students design measurement systems composed of various transducers, their associated signal conditioners and digital data acquisition and recording devices. Statistical methods are emphasized. Experiments require the students to provide calibration and to select appropriate sampling rates and test durations. Systems under test range from simple multisensor laboratory apparatus to actual operating mechanical systems. Meets Core Curriculum Essential Learning Outcome for Quantitative Literacy (QL).

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

• Prerequisites: MECH.3820 Heat Transfer, with a C- or better, or Spring 2020 grade of "P".
• Core Codes: STEM, QL
• Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 4
• Instructor: Caleb Traylor
• UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

• M-Th | 1:00 PM-3:20 PM EDT
• 2023 Summer: Jul 05 to Aug 14
• Course Level: Undergraduate
• Tuition: $1360
• Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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