Engineers that develop or use electronic
systems technologies must be able to synthesize interdisciplinary
knowledge from many diverse sources: electrical, mechanical, thermal,
materials, manufacturing, and business. In
addition, they must be able to effectively communicate (verbally and in
writing), as well as be adept at working on teams. Rapid advances in
electronic products and systems require special efforts to educate the
technical workforce. These special efforts include the use of
systematic
just-in-time transfer of state-of-the-art knowledge derived from the
latest research results.
The CALCE educational strategy is to pioneer a multi-faceted approach
for the transfer of ideas and knowledge to all levels of students,
through test-bed-development learning projects, a series of
broadcast-quality videos, multi-media materials, text books, and
courses. In addition, unique exchange programs between industry and the
university are in place to promote collaborative research, education,
and technology transfer. This strategy has already leveraged over $7M
spent in the last five years on instituting innovative changes in the
University of Maryland's engineering undergraduate and graduate
programs.
Undergraduate Program in Electronic Products and Systems
Degree Requirements
Career Path in Electronic Products and Systems
Honors Programs
Contact Information
Undergraduate Program in Electronic Products and Systems
A number of far reaching changes in the undergraduate
engineering curriculum have been made in the Department of Mechanical
Engineering, including a unique approach to introduce manufacturing education
across the undergraduate curriculum. These initiatives have resulted in a
significant restructuring of the college-wide undergraduate curriculum, whereby
advanced instructional tools, including engineering and mathematics software
and multimedia materials, have replaced several traditional courses. These
sweeping changes have enabled a new educational structure with ample room for
incorporation of material based on recently completed and ongoing research,
using the most effective instructional delivery methods.
An undergraduate major in Mechanical Engineering begins with
a solid background in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and basic engineering
science courses. This strong foundation in the first two years prepares
students for advanced classes and makes it easier to understand the
applications of engineering betters. The use of technology and elimination of
redundancy allows students to complete all their degree requirements with only
123 credits, enabling most of them to graduate within four years. Motivated
students can get involved with special projects as early as their junior year,
including working on group projects to develop one of the most important
aspects of mechanical engineering: teamwork
Course Requirements
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Core
Program Requirements
(For more information click
here )
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(27 credits)
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Basic Science Requirements
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(30 credits)
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CHEM 133
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General Chemistry
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PHYS 161
PHYS 262
PHYS 263
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General Physics I
General Physics II
General Physics III
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MATH 140
MATH 141
MATH 241
MATH 246
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Calculus I
Calculus II
Calculus III
Differential Equations
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Engineering Science Requirements
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(12 credits)
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ENES 100
ENES 102
ENES 220
ENES 221
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Introduction to Engineering Design
Statics
Mechanics of Materials
Dynamics
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Major Requirements
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(54 credits)
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ENME 232
ENME 252
ENME 271
ENME 331
ENME 332
ENME 351
ENME 361
ENME 362
ENME 371
ENME 382
ENME 392
ENME 472
ENME 4XX
ENME 4XX
ENME 4XX
ENME 4XX
ENME 4XX
ENME 4XX
ENME 4XX
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Thermodynamics
Electronics & Instrumentation I
Computational Methods in Mechanical Engineering
Fluid Mechanics
Transfer Processes
Electronics & Instrumentation II
Vibration, Controls, & Optimization I
Vibration, Controls, & Optimization II
Product Engineering & Manufacturing
Engineering Materials & Manufacturing Processes
Statistical Methods for Product & Process Development
Integrated Product & Process Development II
Technical Elective
Technical Elective
Technical Elective
Technical Elective
Technical Elective
Technical Elective
Technical Elective
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For the schedule of classes, click here. This link will take you to Testudo, the University of Maryland's comprehensive listing
of course schedules by departments.
For the list of all undergraduate and graduate courses offered
within the electronic products and systems area of specialization in
the Department of Mechanical Engineering, click here
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Career
Path In Electronic Products and Systems
Mechanical engineering undergraduate students are required
to take six technical electives in their senior year. Students who have
developed strong interests in certain areas of mechanical engineering at this
stage may select a career path to customize their curriculum and to concentrate
on the aspects of mechanical engineering that interests them most. Course taken within
a career path will fulfill the technical elective requirements.
The career path currently available in electronic products and
systems is Controls, Sensors and Electronic Packaging career path.
Course offerings within this path are:
ENME 473 Hardware Design for Infromation and Computing Systems
ENME 474 Electronic Product Development
ENME 489L  Mechatronics
ENME 489F  Fiber Optics
ENME 489A Active Control of Sound and Vibration
ENME 489N Controller Design
ENME 489F MEMs I, MEMs II
Courses within these career paths may be added or deleted on a
regular basis as circumstances warrant. A current listing can always
be obtained from the undergraduate advisor, Dr. Sami Ainane.
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Honors Programs
Exceptional undergraduate students have the opportunity to
participate in the Mechanical Engineering Honors Program and in the Combined
BS/MS for Excellence Program.
Honors Program: The Clark School of Engineering offers
its outstanding students the opportunity to participate in the College of
Engineering Honors Program. Students completing the College Honors Program will
have the Engineering Honors Program designated on their diplomas and
transcripts. This program is available to students who meet the following
criteria:
- 3.5 overall GPA
- 3.5 engineering GPA
- Junior standing or 65 applicable credits
The requirements for completing the program are:
- An Honors Research Project necessitating a written paper and oral
presentation worth three hours of credit
- Successful completion of two semesters of the Engineering Honors
Seminar (ENES 388, one credit hour each)
- Maintenance of a 3.3 GPA to remain in the program
Combined Bachelor's and Master's (BS/MS) for Excellence Program:
Outstanding University of Maryland undergraduates whose GPA is 3.70 or
higher in their junior year, qualify for the Combined Bachelor's and
Master's program. This program provides an opportunity to earn both a
Bachelor's and a Master's degree following five years of study. Students
accepted to this program begin their graduate experience in their
senior year and are thereby presented with the challenges and rewards of
advanced learning and research activities not normally available at that
stage. Financial support during the senior year and throughout the
graduate studies is provided to all students accepted to this program.
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Contact
Information
For more information on our program, contact:
Undergraduate students are also encouraged to contact individual faculty advisors in the area of
electronic products and systems. For a list and
contact information click here
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