This course emphasizes mechanical design techniques based on the finite element method, using machine design background as the starting point. Techniques for modeling machine elements will be shown in relation to the basic FEM theory. Emphasis will be on quantifying loads, the resulting stress and deflection, and relating them to design allowables, leading to an acceptable design solution.

This course emphasizes mechanical design techniques based on the finite element method, using machine design background as the starting point. Techniques for modeling machine elements will be shown in relation to the basic FEM theory. Emphasis will be on quantifying loads, the resulting stress and deflection, and relating them to design allowables, leading to an acceptable design solution.

This course employs a mixture of presentations, activities and selected outside assignments to teach and demonstrate the application of basic lean tools and the development of a lean system as taught by the University of Kentucky Lean Systems Program using Toyota as the benchmark. Working in teams, students will produce their own products and develop a lean operations environment within a simulated factory environment through a series of activities designed to follow the levels of development required to ultimately create a sustainable Just-in-Time lean system.

This course will introduce fundamentals of machining processes covering machinability (machining performance), surface integrity, including machining quality and sustainable machining processes in industry applications, particularly focusing on automotive and aerospace machining operations. By using real-world machining problems presented by manufacturers with case studies, students will be able to apply classroom knowledge immediately to solve industrial problems in machining.

The analysis of vibrational motion of structural and mechanical systems. Single-degree-of-freedom systems; free vibrations; nonperiodic excitation; harmonic excitation. Modal analysis of multiple-degree-of- freedom systems. Vibration of continuous bodies, including strings and bars (axial, torsional and flexural modes). Energy methods.

Automation techniques for controlling equipment and processes, including applications of sensors, transducers, motor starters, variable-frequency motor drives, linear actuators, and proportional hydraulic valves. Ladder logic programming of programmable automation controllers (PACs) and programming human-machine interface (HMI) touch-screen panels.

This course will revolve around the development of a Single-Product (also called Single-Purpose) production system. It covers topics in basic lean system operations of as well as the management system to support the attainment of highest customer satisfaction with respect to Safety, Quality, Cost, Productivity, Delivery and Human Resource Development. Working in teams, students apply fundamental lean tools and concepts to develop a lean operations environment capable of driving continuous improvement in a simulated factory.

A detailed investigation of a topic of current significance in manufacturing systems engineering such as: computer-aided manufacturing, special topics in robotics, and lean/agile manufacturing. May be repeated under different subtitles to a maximum of six credits. A particular topic may be offered at most twice under the MFS 599 number.