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Mechanical Engineering
Description: Introduces advanced composite materials emphasizing design and analysis for structural applications: anisotropic response, micromechanics, hygrothermal behavior, laminated plate theory, laminate strength, and computer codes for lamination analysis. Builds on fundamental concepts first introduced in Materials Science, Machine Design and Differential Equations. Cross-listed with BE 580. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
No sections currently offered.
Prerequisite: Admission to Mechanical Engineering MS, Mechanical Engineering PhD, or Bioengineering PhD
Mechanical Engineering
Term : Fall 2025
Catalog Year : 2025-2026
ME 580 - Mechanics Of Composite Materials
Description: Introduces advanced composite materials emphasizing design and analysis for structural applications: anisotropic response, micromechanics, hygrothermal behavior, laminated plate theory, laminate strength, and computer codes for lamination analysis. Builds on fundamental concepts first introduced in Materials Science, Machine Design and Differential Equations. Cross-listed with BE 580. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
No sections currently offered.
Prerequisite: Admission to Mechanical Engineering MS, Mechanical Engineering PhD, or Bioengineering PhD