Mechanical Engineering Technical Electives

Note: The purpose of this document is to provide students with a general idea as to what semesters the
technical electives tend to be offered. Please be advised that course offerings are contingent upon
departmental resources, so not every course will be offered in the semester in which it is listed. Also, you will
notice that EML 4930 is used for a myriad of special topics technical electives, which may vary by semester.

Course
Course Title Fall Spring
Code
Leadership in Engineering
Leadership in Engineering is a multi-discipline class that involves X X
readings about leadership and extensive in-class team exercises
for developing and improving leadership and teamwork
competencies. The course is intended to
EML 4930 increase awareness of these competencies, to introduce concepts
and methods applicable to working in and leading teams, and to
strengthen the ability to apply that knowledge. The objective is
to prepare the student for participating in or leading a team in a
business setting.
Note: You must contact Michelle King (mking77@usf.edu) to
obtain a permit for this course.
Rehabilitation Engineering
The purpose of this course is to introduce engineering principles X
EML 4930 and provide a foundation in rehabilitation engineering, a field
dedicated to maximizing the health and well-being of people with
disabilities through technology.

Intro to Bioastronautics
This course will discuss the space environment, impacts of X
BME 4440 microgravity on human physiology, countermeasures, human
factors in spacesuit and spacecraft design, astronaut training, life
support systems, mission planning, and private space flight.

Applied FEA
Theory and practical applications of Finite Element Method, X X
Matrix methods, Linear and Non-linear structural analysis of
EML 4536
Trusses, Beams, Frames and three-dimensional machine
components/assemblies. Buckling and modal analysis.
ANSYS/Solidworks simulations.

Materials Selection
This course will cover advanced concepts and strategies of
materials selection for any type of engineering X X
design. Engineering materials and their properties are explored
EML 4930 using the Ashby Materials Selection Charts. Case studies of
materials selection in design with metals, ceramics, polymers, and
composites are presented. The course introduces analytical tools
and methods for material selection. Modern material selection
software “Cambridge Engineering Selector” will be applied to
material and process selection.
 Alternative and Renewable Energy
An overview of energy conversion for electrical power
X
EML 4450 generation and transportation, both conventional and sustainable.
The course is aimed at mechanical engineering seniors and
includes hands-on design projects
A/C Design
Application of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow to X
EML 4601 sizing of HVAC systems. Heating and cooling calculations, air
requirements, equipment sizing. Energy Code requirements. Design
project.
Optical Product Technology
Overview of the operating principles, design, and mechanical X
OSE 4601 construction of a broad range of optically based products. The
course is aimed at mechanical engineering seniors and includes
hands-on design projects.
Principles of Fracture Mechanics
X
EML 4575 Introduction of failure and fracture of linear and nonlinear
engineering materials, as well as designing against fracture in
modern materials.
Microcontrollers
To introduce students to microcontroller technology, and to X
EML 4310 provide them with an understanding of the concepts and principles
used to interface input and output devices to microcontrollers,
program microcontrollers, and to develop applications.
Haptics
Course covers the theory and implementation of haptic interfaces
and rendering, teleoperation, modeling, control and stability of x
EML 4593 feedback for robotic systems and virtual environments, and the
related human haptic sensing capabilities.

Independent Study x x
Specialized independent study determined by the student's needs
and interests.
EML 4905
The following form must be submitted for your Independent
Study:
https://www.usf.edu/engineering/me/documents/independentstud
ycontract.pdf
Senior Mechanical Design x x
Comprehensive design or feasibility study project. In some cases,
may be a continuation of EML 4551.
EML 4552 The following form must be submitted for your Senior
Mechanical Design to be approved:
https://www.usf.edu/engineering/me/documents/seniormechanic
aldesigncontract.pdf
Non-Mechanical Engineering Technical Electives
Note: Students are permitted to register for one technical elective that does not fall within the Mechanical Engineering
department. You must contact that respective department to obtain a permit. The courses listed below do not require pre-
approval, but if a course is not listed here, you must obtain an approval from a department advisor. All courses are subject to
availability.
Course Course Title Fall Spring Summer Dept.
Code
Structures I X Civil
CES X
3102 Analysis of simple structural systems, both determinate and indeterminate.
Moment area theorems; influence lines; introduction to steel design.

Environmental Systems Engineering Civil

Introduction to environmental engineering. Protection of human health, X X
ENV
air, water, and land resources. Sustainable design, water quality, solid and
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hazardous waste management, air quality control, contaminated
environments. Application of mass balances.
Make: Hands-On Engineering Electrical
Inspired by the ‘Maker Movement’, the objective of the Make course is to
introduce students to the creative design and manufacturing of devices X X
following the engineering design process. The course will teach students the
EEL
essential skills needed for the design of “mechatronic” devices (i.e. devices
4936
incorporating electronic, mechanical and software-based components).
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Students will learn the use of 3D design software, the programming of a
micro controller (Arduino), and to build electronic control circuits. The
course will be taught through direct hands on instruction in the classroom.
All students will design and build a prototype device during this course. The
course will also introduce to modern manufacturing processes such as 3D
printing and laser cutting, and give an introduction to project planning and
cost estimation.
Electromechanical Systems Electrical
EGN
3375
Analysis of electromechanical device performance: transformers, x x
transducers, DC motors and generators, motors and alternators.
Instrument Systems I Chemical
ECH
3702 Basic concepts of electric circuits and their applications. Resistors, X X
capacitors, inductors, logic operations, junction devices. Programmable
Logic controllers, ladder diagrams.
Modern Biomedical Technologies Chemical

Biomedical technologies broadly refer to applications of state-of-the-art

ECH engineering practices and emerging technologies to medicine and
4931 biomedical systems. In this course, major advances in modern Biomedical
technologies will be addressed. You will learn about new possibilities X
brought by development of interfaces between human body and computers,
creation of artificial body parts, deciphering of brain signals, design of new
generation biomedical instruments, and many other interesting topics.

Design of Experiments Industrial

ESI X
4244 Activity forecasting models and control. Design and use of inventory control
models, both designs applicable to engineering analyses. Analysis of
variance and regression.
Automation and Robotics X Industrial
EIN
4601C Introduction to the practices and concepts of automation as applied to
material handling, inventory storage, material transfer, industrial processes
and quality control
 ISO 9000/14000 X Industrial
EIN
4178 This course covers analysis of ISO 9000 and ISO 14000 publications with a
view towards understanding the documentation process, auditing for
registration purposes, and the relationship to the quality systems and
programs.
Project Management X Industrial
EIN
4142 Provide principles and techniques for planning, scheduling and managing
projects in engineering and related environments. Applies analytical tools
and techniques including software to solve project management problems.
Advanced Lean Six Sigma X Industrial

EIN Advanced Lean Six Sigma expands upon initial exposure to lean six sigma
4453 knowledge of available statistical tools and techniques. It carries the service-
learning designation and includes a compulsory project where learned
concepts are applied.