ME EN 437
Kinematics
Mechanical Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
Relative motion of links in mechanisms; velocities and accelerations of machine parts; rolling contact; cams; synthesis of mechanisms. Includes computer-aided engineering techniques.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Position
Learning Outcome
1. Determine the position of mechanisms.
Title
Dynamics
Learning Outcome
3. Calculate the dynamics of mechanisms.
Title
Analyze
Learning Outcome
5. Analyze the performance of non-linkage mechanisms such as cams and gears.
Title
Velocity and Acceleration
Learning Outcome
2. Analyze the velocity and acceleration of mechanisms.
Title
Synthesize
Learning Outcome
4. Synthesize mechanisms to perform specified tasks.
