Jun 22, 2024  
University Catalog 2018-2019 
    
University Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Math (Undergraduate)

The Entry Level Math (ELM) requirement must be met before enrollment in MATH 0890, 0900, 0910, 1000, 1020, 1030, 1040, 1090, 2420.

  
  • MATH 1540 - Selected Topics in Mathematics


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: As needed for specific topics. Current topics of interest to students in Mathematics as announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • MATH 2040 - Applied Calculus I


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 1085 or MATH 1083 or MATH 1040 with a grade of C or better, or satisfactory score on placement examination within the past year. Students with a grade of less than B- in one of ESM 1082, MATH 1040, MATH 1081, MATH 1082, MATH 1083, or MATH 1085 must enroll concurrently in MATH 2041. Basic facility with Excel is expected. Limits, continuity, derivatives, extrema, long-term behavior of systems, approximation, L’Hopital’s rule, stability of equilibria, with a focus on applications in biology.  Intended for life science majors.
    Graded ABCDF.

    (GE B4, Not to list as GE B4 , but can be double counted to meet major requirement,)

  
  • MATH 2041 - Applied Calculus I: Workshop


    (1)
    Activity for MATH 2040 with focus on problem solving and applications. Recommended for all students, but mandatory for those with grade below B- in any prerequisite for MATH 2040 or those repeating MATH 2040.

  
  • MATH 2050 - Applied Calculus II


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2040 with a grade of C or better. Co-requisite: MATH 2051 if MATH 2040 is graded below B-. Integration methods, definite and indefinite integrals, numerical, graphical and exact methods for solving basic differential equations, analysis of stability of equilibria of systems, with a focus on applications in biology. Intended for life science majors. Graded ABCDF.

    (GE B4, Not to list as GE B4 , but can be double counted to meet major requirement,)

  
  • MATH 2051 - Applied Calculus II: Workshop


    (1)
    Activity for MATH 2050 with focus on problem solving and applications. Recommended for all students enrolled in MATH 2050, but mandatory for those with grade below B- in Math 2040 or those repeating MATH 2050.

  
  • MATH 2110 - Calculus I


    (4)
    Prerequisites: MATH 1040 with a minimum C grade, or MATH 1081 and MATH 1083 both with a minimum C  grade, or MATH 1082 and MATH 1083 both with a minimum C grade, or ESM 1082 and MATH 1083 both with a minimum C grade, or satisfactory score on placement examination; students with a grade of less than B- in either MATH 1040, or in one of MATH 1081 or MATH 1083, or in one of MATH 1082 or MATH 1083, or in one of ESM 1082 or MATH 1083  must enroll concurrently in MATH 2111. Functions, graphs, limits, continuity, derivatives, applications of the derivative, anti-differentiation, definite integral, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, integration by substitution, applications of the integral. Graded ABCDF.

    (GE B4, Not to list as GE B4 , but can be double counted to meet major requirement,)

     

    CI-D MATH 210/MATH 211/MATH 900S:

    To receive full transfer credit, student must take both MATH 2110 and MATH 2120.

    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

  
  • MATH 2111 - Calculus I Workshop


    (1)
    Corequisite in MATH 2110. Activity for MATH 2110 students with an emphasis on problem solving. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • MATH 2120 - Calculus II


    (4)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2110 with a minimum C grade; students with a grade of less than B- in MATH 2110 must enroll concurrently in MATH 2121.  Integration of transcendental functions, methods of integration, limits of sequences and series, power series, Taylor series, three dimensional analytic geometry.

     

    CI-D MATH 220/MATH 221/MATH 900S:

    To receive full transfer credit, students must take both MATH 2110 and MATH 2120.

    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

  
  • MATH 2121 - Calculus II Workshop


    (1)
    Corequisite in MATH 2120 is required.  Open to all MATH 2120 students but mandatory for students whose grade in MATH 2110 is less than B-. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • MATH 2130 - Calculus III


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2120 with a minimum C grade; students with a grade of less than B- in MATH 2120 must enroll concurrently in MATH 2131. Partial differentiation, multiple integration, vector calculus, line integrals.

     

    CI-D MATH 230:
    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.
     

  
  • MATH 2131 - Calculus III Workshop


    (1)
    Corequisite in MATH 2130 isrequired.  Open to all MATH 2130 students but mandatory for students whose grade in MATH 2120 is less than B-. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • MATH 2150 - Differential Equations


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2130. Ordinary differential equations with concentration on methods of finding solutions; applications in science and engineering.

     

    CI-D MATH 240 or MATH 910S:

    To receive full transfer credit, students must take both MATH 2150 and MATH 2550.

    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.
     

  
  • MATH 2170 - Introduction to Computer Algebra Systems


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2110 with grade C or better. Introduction to computer algebra systems such as Mathematica, Matlab or Maple; overview of built-in functions; 2-D and 3-D graphs; basic programming structures; flow control; development and implementation of algorithms.

  
  • MATH 2250 - Explorations in Geometry for Elementary and Middle School Teachers


    (3)
    Prerequisites: A college level mathematics course with a minimum grade C. Topics include properties of two and three dimensional figures, measurement, constructions, structure, spatial relationships, transformations, and graph theory presented through multiple teaching modes. No credit for mathematics majors.

  
  • MATH 2450 - Foundations of Mathematics I: Discrete Mathematics


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2110. Preliminary introduction to the basic mathematical notation, vocabulary, and reasoning used in advanced mathematics courses. Logic; elementary set theory; proof techniques; recursion; induction; equivalence relations; counting techniques; graphs and trees.

     

    CI-D COMP 152 or MATH 160:
    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

  
  • MATH 2540 - Selected Topics in Mathematics


    (1-4)
    Prerequisites: As needed for specific topic. Current topics of interest to students in mathematics, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MATH 2550 - Introduction to Linear Algebra


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2120. Vector spaces, linear transformations, linear equations, matrices, determinants, eigenvectors and eigenvalues, canonical forms.

     

    CI-D MATH 240 or MATH 910S:

    To receive full transfer credit, students must take both MATH 2150 and MATH 2550.

    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

  
  • MATH 2740 - Introduction to Statistics


    (3)
    Prerequisite: ESM 1082, MATH 1040, MATH 1081 or MATH 1082. Graphical display of data, measures of variation, correlation, least-squares regression, design of samples and experiments, basic rules of probability, normal distribution, central limit theorem, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests. Graded ABCDF.

  
  • MATH 3200 - Selected Topics in History of Mathematics


    (3)
    Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 2120. Traces development of fundamental concepts and techniques in fields of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus.

  
  • MATH 3450 - Foundations of Mathematics II: Mathematical Reasoning


    (4)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2450. Set families; equivalence relations; modular arithmetic; functions; combinatorial reasoning; cardinality; linearly and partially ordered sets; abstract binary operations; standard number systems as groups, rings, or fields; and limits of sequences. 3 units lecture, 1 unit recitation.

  
  • MATH 3540 - Selected Topics in Mathematics


    (1-4)
    Prerequisites: As needed for specific topic. Current topics of interest to students in mathematics as announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MATH 3950 - Field Experience I: Introduction to Classroom Strategies


    (2)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2130. Introduction to effective teaching techniques, common core standards, California frameworks and education laws; analysis of strategies to prepare mathematics teaching candidates for urban schools. Service learning required. Graded CR/NC. Field Experience I.

    (wi)
  
  • MATH 3960 - Field Experience II: Application and Evaluation of Classroom Strategies


    (2)
    Prerequisites: MATH 3950; completion of GE Blocks A and B4, an additional course from Block B, and at least one course each from Blocks C and D. Developing personal vision as an effective mathematics teacher in a diverse classroom; discussion of students’ misperceptions and learning difficulties; evaluation of effective teaching strategies and practicing communication of mathematics. Service learning required. Graded CR/NC

    Field Experience II

    WI GE

  
  • MATH 4010 - Ordinary Differential Equations


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2130, 2150, 2550, 3450 with minimum C grade. Ordinary differential equations  with concentration on properties of solutions. Introduction to dynamical systems and bifurcation theory.

  
  • MATH 4021 - Advanced Mathematics I for Engineers and Physicists


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2150 or 4010. Vector analysis to include line and surface integrals, orthogonal curvilinear coordinates, complex variables to include contour integration and conformal mapping, Laplace transformation.

     

    *All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by department and approval of graduate adviser: MATH 4021, 4550, 4650, 4900, 4950.

  
  • MATH 4030 - Partial Differential Equations


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2150 or MATH 4010. Orthogonal sets of functions; Fourier series and integrals, with applications to the equations of mathematical physics; first order equations, Cauchy’s method of characteristics.

  
  • MATH 4100 - Vector Analysis


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2130 and MATH 2550. Vector algebra and calculus, vector fields, gradient, divergence, curl, divergence theorem, Stokes’ theorem, applications to geometry and mathematical physics.

  
  • MATH 4200 - Mathematical Logic


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 3450 with minimum C grade. The statement calculus, the predicate calculus, mathematical structures, and the deduction of valid consequences; the completeness theorem.

  
  • MATH 4300 - Modern Geometry


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 3450 with minimum C grade. Topics selected from advanced Euclidean geometry, non-Euclidean geometry, projective geometry. May be repeated once for credit with approval of instructor as subject matter changes.

  
  • MATH 4460 - Theory of Numbers


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 3450 with minimum C grade. Divisibility, Euclidean algorithm, prime numbers, fundamental theorem of arithmetic, distribution of primes, congruences, Fermat-Euler and Wilson theorems, residues and quadratic reciprocity law. Bernoulli numbers, quadratic forms, Diophantine equations.

  
  • MATH 4540 - Selected Topics in Advanced Mathematics


    (1-4)
    Prerequisites: As needed for specific topic. Current topics of interest to students in mathematics, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MATH 4550 - Modern Algebra I


    (3)
    *Prerequisites: MATH 2550 and MATH 3450 with minimum C grade. Groups and rings, including normal subgroups, quotient groups, ideals, quotient rings, group and ring homomorphisms and isomorphisms.

     

    *All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by department and approval of graduate adviser: MATH 4021, 4550, 4650, 4900, 4950.

  
  • MATH 4560 - Modern Algebra II


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4550. Additional topics in groups and rings, field extensions, modules.

  
  • MATH 4570 - Linear Algebra


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2550 and MATH 3450 with minimum C grade. Vector spaces linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, canonical forms, scalar product spaces.

  
  • MATH 4650 - Analysis I


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2130, 3450 with minimum C grade. Real number system; topology of  Euclidean space including compactness and completeness; sequences and series, including limit inferior and limit superior; continuity.

     

  
  • MATH 4660 - Analysis II


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4650. Differentiation and integration of functions of a real variable; sequences of functions.

  
  • MATH 4670 - Multivariate Analysis


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2550, 4650. Functions of several variables; partial derivatives; generalized chain rule; inverse and implicit function theorems; line and surface integrals.

  
  • MATH 4680 - Introduction to Complex Analysis


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4650. Complex variables, analytic functions, complex integration, conformal mappings, applications.

  
  • MATH 4690 - Introduction to Topology


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4650. Introduction to point set topology, including continuity, product spaces, compactness, Tyconoff theorem, connectedness, metric spaces, and Urysohn lemma.

  
  • MATH 4700 - Numerical Analysis I


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2120, MATH 2170 (or equivalent programming experience) and MATH 2550. Errors in floating point representation, nonlinear equations, systems of linear equations, polynomial interpolation, numerical integration and differentiation.

  
  • MATH 4710 - Numerical Analysis II


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2150 and MATH 4700. Numerical solution of ordinary and partial differential equations, spline and least square approximation, fast Fourier transform.

  
  • MATH 4720 - Linear Optimization


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2550. Geometric solutions, simplex method, the transportation problem, elementary game theory.

  
  • MATH 4740 - Theory of Probability


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2130. Highly recommended MATH 2450. General probability spaces, discrete and continuous random variables, conditional probability, joint distributions, random sampling, law of large numbers, normal, gamma, Poisson and binomial distributions.

  
  • MATH 4750 - Introduction to Mathematical Statistics


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4740. Estimation and tests of hypotheses, decision theory and Bayes solutions.

  
  • MATH 4800 - Modeling Biological Systems

    Also listed as BIOL 4800
    (3)
    Prerequisites: minimum grade of C in Math 2050 or in both Math 2150 and Math 2550. Modeling techniques applied to biological systems. Topics include nonlinear dynamics, stochastic models, compartmental and spatial models, parameter estimation, methods of model evaluation, modeling complexities.

  
  • MATH 4840 - Graph Theory


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2450 and MATH 3450 with minimum C grade. Introduction to graph theory and its applications: graphs, trees, and directed graphs; isomorphism; connectivity; network flows; Hamiltonian graphs; planar graphs; coloring problems; matchings; Ramsey theory.

  
  • MATH 4900 - Senior Seminar in Mathematics


    (4)
    *Prerequisites: MATH 2450, and 4650, as well as either MATH 4550 or MATH 4570. Capstone course in mathematics including written and oral exposition  Expository writing on mathematical topics selected by the instructor, including a technical report. Writing-intensive.

    Grade of C or better in this course satisfies the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement.

    *All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by department and approval of graduate adviser: MATH 4021, 4550, 4650, 4900, 4950.

     

    (wi)

  
  • MATH 4901 - Capstone Course for Teachers of Mathematics


    (4)
    *Prerequisites: MATH 3960, 4300 and 4650. Oral and written expositions including technical reports connecting advanced mathematics and high school mathematics, math education articles analyses, field-work analysis, pedagogical content knowledge analysis and a final report. Writing intensive.

    Grade of C or better in this course satisfies the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement.

    *All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by department and approval of graduate adviser: MATH 4021, 4550, 4650, 4900, 4901, 4950, 4960.

    WI

  
  • MATH 4950 - College Instruction I: Introduction to Instructional Strategies in College Mathematics


    (2)
    *Prerequisite: Graduate standing or permission of instructor. Teaching strategies and learning styles in lower division mathematics courses. Course organization; syllabus and exam preparation; instructional techniques; dealing with special problems; University policies and procedures. Graded CR/NC.

     

    *All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by department and approval of graduate adviser: MATH 4021, 4550, 4650, 4900, 4950.

  
  • MATH 4960 - College Instruction II: Application and Analysis of Instructional Strategies in College Mathematics


    (2)
    *Prerequisites Math 4950 Co-Requisite: Math department graduate teaching assignment. Oral and written expositions including analyses of peer observation and interviews, discussion of emerging classroom issues, instructional planning and student learning; reflection paper on first college teaching experience and portfolio. May be repeated for credit. GRADED CR/NC

    College instruction II

    *All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by department and approval of graduate adviser: MATH 4021, 4550, 4650, 4900, 4901, 4950, 4960.

  
  • MATH 4990 - Undergraduate Directed Study


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Consent of an instructor to act as a sponsor. Project selected in conference with sponsor before registration; progress meetings held regularly, and a final report submitted. May be repeated for credit.


Math (Graduate)

All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by department and approval of graduate adviser: MATH 4020, 4550 4650 4900, 4950. Classified graduate standing is required for enrollment in 5000-level courses.

  
  • MATH 5021 - Applied Linear Analysis I


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2150 or 4010; MATH 2550  and 4650. Recommended: MATH 4570 and 4660.  Function spaces, convergence, inner product, bounded linear operators, integral operators and integral equations, adjoint operators, expansion in eigenfunctions, resolvent, kernel.

     

     

     

     

     

     

  
  • MATH 5022 - Applied Linear Analysis II


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 5021. Unbounded operators, differential operators of second order, Sturm-Liouville operators, eigenvalues and eigenfunctions, Green’s Functions, and additional topics.

     

     

     

     

  
  • MATH 5210 - Mathematical Modeling


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2170 (or equivalent programming experience), MATH 2150 or 4010, MATH 2550, MATH 4740, Recommended: MATH 4030. Modeling techniques with difference and differential equations and stochastic models, with applications in fields such as biology, physics, and engineering.

  
  • MATH 5220 - Optimization


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2170 (or equivalent programming experience), MATH 2550, MATH 4650. Selected topics from unconstrained, constrained, least squares, and parametric optimization.

  
  • MATH 5401 - Abstract Algebra I


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4550. Theory of groups, introduction to rings.

  
  • MATH 5402 - Abstract Algebra II


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 5401. Theory of rings and fields.

  
  • MATH 5500 - Advanced Topics in Algebra and Number Theory


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Advanced topics selected from group theory, ring theory, linear algebra, combinatorial group theory, simple groups of Lie type, representation theory, and number theory.  May be repeated to maximum of 6 units with approval of graduate advisor.

  
  • MATH 5510 - Advanced Topics in Analysis


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Advanced topics selected from real analysis, complex analysis, functional analysis, Fourier analysis, and applied analysis.  May be repeated to maximum of 6 units with approval of graduate advisor.

  
  • MATH 5520 - Advanced Topics in Topology and Geometry


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Advanced topics selected from knot theory, algebraic topology, differential topology, combinatorial topology, algebraic geometry, and differential geometry.  May be repeated to maximum of 6 units with approval of graduate advisor.

  
  • MATH 5530 - Advanced Topics in Applied Mathematics


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Advanced topics selected from various fields in applied mathematics, such as mathematical biology, mathematical modeling, applied probability, dynamical systems, and numerical analysis.  May be repeated to maximum of 6 units with approval of graduate advisor.

  
  • MATH 5540 - Advanced Topics in Combinatorics and Graph Theory


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Approval of instructor. Advanced topics selected from combinatorics, graph theory and its applications, combinatorial optimization, and game theory.  May be repeated to maximum of 6 units with approval of graduate advisor.

  
  • MATH 5680 - Advanced Complex Analysis


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4680. Laurent series, singularities, residue problems, contour integration, conformal mappings, and additional topics.

  
  • MATH 5690 - Topology


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4690. Basic concepts of point set topology: mappings, compactness, connectedness, separation properties, and metrization.

  
  • MATH 5700 - Numerical Linear Algebra


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2170 (or equivalent programming experience), MATH 4570, MATH 4700. Numerical solutions of linear systems of equations, and eigenvalue problems, direct solutions, interactive solutions, with additional topics in linear algebra as time permits.

  
  • MATH 5710 - Numerical Solutions of Partial Differential Equations


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2170 (or equivalent programming experience), MATH 4700. Numerical solutions of partial differential equations; finite-difference approximations, consistency, convergence, stability.

  
  • MATH 5740 - Applied Probability Theory


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4740. Recommended: MATH 2170. Characteristic functions. Modes of convergence. Law of large numbers. Martingale convergence theorem. Markov chains. Monte Carlo method. Poisson processes. Random walk. Gaussian processes. Brownian motion. Applications in related areas.

  
  • MATH 5800 - Real Analysis


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 4660. Theory of Lebesgue measure on the real line; theory of the Lebesgue integral and related convergence theorems.

  
  • MATH 5960 - Comprehensive Examination


    (0)
    See the Comprehensive Examination in the requirements for the Masters Degree section of this chapter.

  
  • MATH 5980 - Graduate Directed Study


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent. Independent study of advanced topics in mathematics; regular conferences with instructor. May be repeated once.

  
  • MATH 5990 - Thesis


    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy, instructor consent to act as sponsor, departmental approval of topic prior to registration. Independent research resulting in a thesis. May be repeated to maximum of 4 units. Graded CR/NC.


Mechanical Engineering (Undergraduate)

All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements, subject to limits established by the department and approval of the graduate adviser.

  
  • ME 1010 - Mechanical Energy Production, Transmission, and Utilization


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Math 1081 or one year of high school Algebra. Engineering principles for non-engineering majors. Introduction to how Mechanical Engineers use natural sources of energy to produce, transmit, and utilize work and power. Both alterative and traditional sources of energy will be discussed. No credit towards B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering.

  
  • ME 1140 - Machine Shop


    (1)
    Introduction to machine shop procedures, safety practices, hand tools, band saw, drill press, milling, turning, welding (Graded CR/NC).

  
  • ME 1540 - Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent and as needed for specific topic. Current topics of special interest to students in mechanical engineering, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • ME 2010 - Statics

    (also listed as CE 2010)


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2120, PHYS 2100 both with a minimum C grade. Fundamental principles of statics, resolution and composition of forces, algebraic and graphic solutions, friction, center of gravity, moment of inertia.

     

    CI-D ENGR 130:
    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

  
  • ME 2030 - Introduction to Mechanical Design


    (3)
    Prerequisite: ENGR 1500 with a minimum C grade. Fundamentals of engineering design, use of computer-aided design (CAD) software, 2D drafting and 3D solid modeling, selected design projects, and operation of hand and machine tools. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.

  
  • ME 2040 - Circuit Analysis for Mechanical Engineers


    (3)
    Prerequisite: MATH 2120 and PHYS 2200 with a minimum C grade. Analysis of resistive circuits (nodal analysis, loop analysis, superposition, and power source conversion); operational amplifier; energy storage elements; first order and second order transient circuits.

  
  • ME 2050 - Strength of Materials I

    (also listed as CE 2050)


    (3)
    Prerequisites: CE/ME 2010 with a minimum C grade. Stresses and strains under axial, shearing, and torsional forces; flexural stresses and deflections of simple beams; columns; and combined stresses.

     

    CI-D ENGR 240:
    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.
     

  
  • ME 2070 - Materials Science and Engineering


    (3)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 1040, MATH 2110 both with a minimum C grade. Understanding structure and fundamental atomic and molecular mechanisms of engineering materials, atom and electron movement, physical and mechanical properties; overview of engineering materials, semiconductors, metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites.

     

    CI-D ENGR 140:
    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

  
  • ME 2140 - Review of Solid Mechanics


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CE/ME 2050. Free body diagrams, static analysis, determinate and indeterminate structures, internal and external forces, Hooke’s Law, shear and moment diagrams/equations, axial/bending/shear/tearing/bearing stresses, Mohr’s Circle, centeroids, moments of inertia, singularity functions (Graded CR/NC).

  
  • ME 2540 - Special Topics Course for Sophomores in Mechanical Engineering


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing in Mechanical Engineering enrollment subject to approval of instructor in charge. Group Study of selected topics not currently offered as technical electives. Study groups may be organized in mechanical engineering subjects upon approval of instructor. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • ME 2800 - Numerical Methods for Engineers I

    (also listed as CE 2800)


    (1)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2550 or CE 2120 with a minimum C grade. This course focuses on equipping students with the basic computing skills students will need throughout their engineering disciplines. Introduction to basic engineering problems, algorithm development, and implementation into a computer program. (Laboratory 3 hours).

    CI-D ENGR 230:
    The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.
     

  
  • ME 2801 - Introduction to Biomedical Engineering


    (3)
    Co-requisite: Biol 2800. Introduction to the field of biomedical engineering; exposure to applications in biomedical engineering and the various subfields of biomedical engineering, inclucing biomechanics, rehabilitation engineering, biomedical devices, and biosignal processing; responsible conduct in biomedical research.

  
  • ME 3000 - Economics for Engineers

    (Also listed as EE 3000 and CE 3000)
    (3)
    Basic economic concepts and principles,   costs and benefits analysis,  alternative designs, economic viability of engineering solutions in broader context.

  
  • ME 3010 - Ethics and Professionalism in Engineering

    (also listed as CE 3010 and EE 3010 )
    (3)
    Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing in engineering. Ethical issues in engineering profession; impact of engineering profession on society; professional registration and liability; ethical standards and legal responsibilities.

  
  • ME 3030 - Fluid Mechanics I

    (also listed as CE 3030)
    (3)
    Prerequisites: PHYS 2100, CE/ME 2010 with a minimum C grade. Fundamental principles and methods of fluid mechanics; thermodynamics of fluid flow; Newtonian fluids; equations of fluid flow; laminar and turbulent flow; applications.

  
  • ME 3040 - Experimental Methods for Engineers


    (3)
    Prerequisites: ME 2040 or EE 2040, MATH 2120 both with a minimum C grade. Introduction to experimental methods, sensors and data acquisition with emphasis on mechanical applications in biomedical engineering.  Statistical methods for the analysis of experimental data.  Survey of transducers and measurement methods for a broad range of phenomena relevant to biomechanical engineering applications.  Oral and written communication of experimental results and analyses. (Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours).

  
  • ME 3100 - Mechanical Engineering Writing Laboratory


    (1)
    Prerequisites: UNIV 4010, and ENGR 1500. Technical and laboratory report writing, oral and written communication, introduction to information technology. Technical report writing. Laboratory 3 hours.

  
  • ME 3120 - Strength of Materials Laboratory I

    (also listed as CE 3120)
    (1)
    Prerequisite: CE/ME 2050 with a minimum C grade. Tests of engineering materials in tension, compression, bending, and torsion; verification by experiment of basic theories learned in strength of materials. Laboratory 3 hours.

  
  • ME 3130 - Fluid Mechanics Laboratory I

    (also listed as CE 3130)
    (1)
    Prerequisite: CE/ME 3030 with a minimum C grade. Experiments on fluid properties, fluid statics, conservation of mass, energy, and momentum, and fluid resistance. Laboratory 3 hours.

  
  • ME 3140 - Machine Design Laboratory


    (1)
    Prerequisites: ME 3230 with a minimum C grade. Experiments on the aspects of machine design: statistical nature, theories of failure and design for strength and design of machine elements. Lab 3 hours.

  
  • ME 3200 - Dynamics I


    (3)
    Prerequisites: CE/ME 2010 (Statics) with a minimum C grade. Kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies; work, kinetic energy, impulse, momentum in two and three dimensions; applications to space mechanics.

  
  • ME 3210 - Kinematics of Mechanisms


    (3)
    Prerequisites: CE/ME 3200 with a minimum C grade. Transmission of motion; theory of mechanisms; linkages; gears; cams; belts and chains.

  
  • ME 3230 - Machine Design I


    (3)
    Prerequisites: ME 2030, CE/ME 2050, ME 2070, and Math 2130, all with minimum C grades. Application of principles of mechanics, properties of materials, and fabrication processes to design of simple machines and structural elements, failure analyses techniques and predictions, and component life and reliability estimations all for static and dynamic loading conditions.

  
  • ME 3260 - Thermodynamics I


    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 2120 and PHYS 2200 both with a minimum C grade. Concepts of equilibrium and temperature; first and second laws of thermodynamics. Properties of pure substances; ideal gases; application of thermodynamic principles to closed and open systems.

  
  • ME 3262 - Thermodynamics II


    (3)
    Prerequisite: ME 3261 with a minimum C grade. Application of thermodynamic principles; steam generators, engines and turbines; combustion, vapor cycles; refrigeration; internal combustion engines.

  
  • ME 3270 - Manufacturing Processes


    (3)
    Prerequisites: ME 2030, ME 2070 and ME 2050, all with minimum C grades. Manufacturing properties of metals, alloys, and nonmetallic materials; solidification processes; material forming; material removal; joining processes; unconventional processing; numerical control; and automated processes.

  
  • ME 3540 - Special Topics Course for Juniors in Mechanical Engineering


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Junior Standing in Mechanical Engineering enrollment subject to approval of instructor in charge. Group Study of selected topics not currently offered as technical electives. Study groups may be organized in mechanical engineering subjects upon approval of instructor. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • ME 3800 - Numerical Methods for Engineers II

    (also listed as CE 3800)
    (2)
    Prerequisites: CE/ME 2800 and MATH 2150, both with minimum C grades. Applied Numerical Methods for Engineers with computer applications. Laboratory 6 hours.

  
  • ME 3980 - Cooperative Education


    (1- 3)
    Prerequisites: Approval of student adviser and department chair. Integration of mechanical engineering work experience with academic program, individually planned through coordinator. Minimum of 10 hours per week required for each unit. Graded CR/NC

 

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