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ENG SCI 792 (17.14 Points)
Non-linear Optimization
Theory of constrained and unconstrained
non-linear optimization, including optimality
conditions, convex optimization. Karush-
Kuhn-Tucker conditions, and computational
techniques for important classes of these
problems including Newton-Raphson
methods. Quasi-Newton methods, trust
regions, penalty function methods, quadratic
programming, and sequential quadratic
programming.
Available to transition students only.
ENG SCI 796A (60 Points)
ENG SCI 796B (60 Points)
ME Thesis (Engineering Science)
A student is required to submit a thesis on
a topic assigned by the appropriate Head of
Department.
To complete this course students must enrol
in ENGSCI 796A and B
ENG SCI 799A (30 points)
(First or Second Semester)
ME Thesis Part-time
ENG SCI 799B (30 points)
(First or Second Semester)
ME Thesis part-time
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
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Timetable
MECHENG 701 (15 Points)
Studies in Mechanical Engineering 1
Advanced courses on topics to be determined
each year by the Head of Department of
Mechanical Engineering.
MECHENG 702 (15 Points)
Studies in Mechanical Engineering 2
Advanced courses on topics to be determined
each year by the Head of Department of
Mechanical Engineering.
MECHENG 711 (15 Points)
Computational Fluid Dynamics
The application of computational methods to
fluid dynamics and heat transfer. Finite volume
and finite difference methods. Convergence
and stability. Mesh generation and postprocessing.
Application of commercial
computer programs to industrial problems.
MECHENG 714 (15 Points)
Wind Engineering
The wind-loading chain: planetary boundary
layer flow, extreme winds, wind structure,
wind loads, dynamic response, bluff body
aerodynamics, vortex shedding, aero-elasticity,
wind tunnel testing, pedestrian level winds.
MECHENG 716 (15 Points)
Internal Combustion Engines
Combustion processes; calculations for Diesel
and Otto cycles; ideal, fuel-air and real cycles;
use of alternative fuels as supplements or
replacements.
MECHENG 717 (15 Points)
Advanced Thermal Systems
Fundamentals of advanced thermodynamicscycle
and applications, heat and mass
transfer, psychrometry, refrigeration and
air-conditioning, thermal system design and
simulation.
MECHENG 721 (15 Points)
Mechanical Control Systems
A control problem of interest to both the
student and the lecturer will be identified.
Appropriate techniques are then sought for
its solution.
MECHENG 725 (15 Points)
Structural Acoustics
Structural vibration at higher frequencies,
vibration transmission and control. Wave
motion and modal analysis. Structural intensity
and statistical energy analysis.
MECHENG 729 (15 Points)
Machine Learning and Fuzzy Systems
The problems of learning from examples
(neural networks) and embedding human
knowledge into mathematical expressions
(fuzzy logic) are treated. Learning from noisy
sparse data (patterns, examples) will be put
in the rigorous framework of the theory of
approximations of multivariate functions.
MECHENG 732 (15 Points)
Computer Graphics and Visualization
Fundamentals of computer graphics and
visualization as related to applications
in engineering, such as solid and surface
modelling and computational fluid dynamics.
Principles of graphics programming, user
interface design and implementation. Students
should be familiar with C, C++ or Java.
MECHENG 741 (15 Points)
Advanced Mechanics of Materials
Introduction to theory of elasticity: stress
functions with applications to problems of
contact stresses, stress concentrations and
torsion of prismatic bars. Thin plates and shells.
theory of viscoelasticity.
MECHENG 742 (15 Points)
Advanced Materials Manufacturing
Polymer and composites manufacturing;
properties and processing of polymers and
reinforcing materials. Analysis of selected
manufacturing processes; injection moulding,
extrusion, liquid composites moulding,
pultrusion. Consideration of viscous flow, flow
through porous media and heat transfer.
MECHENG 751 (15 Points)
Advanced Manufacturing Technology
A study of computer integrated manufacturing
(CIM) appropriate to the needs of New
Zealand industry. The course will deal with the
integrated use of CAD/CAPP/CAM, robots,
workstations, materials handling and control
systems.
MECHENG 753 (15 Points)
Manufacturing Information Systems
A study of new or emerging information
technologies and their applications in
manufacturing enterprises. The focus is
on product modelling technologies based
on STEP, and intelligent and interoperable
manufacturing systems. The targeted
applications are computer numerically
controlled machine tools. Basic knowledge of
Object-Oriented Programming and database
techniques is a necessity. Students should also
have basic programming skills, eg. C++.
MECHENG 758 (15 Points)
Special Topic in Engineering
Management 1
Graduate courses for students previously or
currently employed, covering contemporary
topics in engineering management. Students
must be enrolled in the MEMgt programme.
MECHENG 759 (15 Points)
Special Topic in Engineering
Management 2
Distance learning graduate course for students
previously or currently employed. Students
can select a specific topic from those offered
in the area of engineering management in
consultation with the programme coordinator.
Students must be enrolled in the MEMgt
programme.
MECHENG 760 (15 Points)
Special Topic in Technology
Management 1
Distance learning graduate course for students
previously or currently employed. Students
can select a specific topic from those offered
in the area of technology management in
consultation with the programme coordinator.
Students must be enrolled in the MEMgt
programme.
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