The George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering Georgia Tech 4/21/2017 The George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering Georgia Tech RETP Day_070325.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

Agenda Woodruff School Overview Mechanical Engineering Overview Student Activities Student Organizations Academic and Work Opportunities Senior Design Projects Mechanical Engineering Program ME Curriculum Prerequisites Transfer Credit Substitutions Final Advice Contact Information

Woodruff School Overview

Woodruff School Degrees Undergraduate BSME: Mechanical Engineering BSNRE: Nuclear & Radiological Engineering Masters MSME: Mechanical Engineering MSMP: Medical Physics MSNE: Nuclear Engineering MSBIOE: Bioengineering Doctoral Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Woodruff School Campuses Atlanta, GA Savannah, GA Junior and senior level ME classes Some MS level classes Lorraine, France Junior year option for ME students Summer program for all undergraduate majors Graduate option

U.S. News & World Report Georgia Tech College of Engineering In top ten for public universities College of Engineering Ranked 4th or 5th in Schools of Engineering Mechanical Engineering 2nd – 6th best undergraduate program over last 10 years 6th or 7th best graduate program over last 10 years

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Mechanical Engineering Overview

Why Mechanical Engineering? Broad curriculum One of the broadest engineering majors. Leads to many career opportunities. Very strong technical curriculum without being too specialized. Can specialize at the graduate level if desired. Almost every industry needs ME’s. ~75% of all companies who hire on campus hire MEs. Long term job projections are good. Pay is very competitive.

Mechanical Engineering Is… Finding creative solutions to problems! Working with motion, energy, forces, and materials. Concerned with analysis, design, manufacture and operation of areas such as: Energy Defense Environment Health & Bio Manufacturing Transportation “Scientists discover the world that exists; engineers create the world that never was.” -Theodore Von Karman SourceL: http://www.discoverengineering.org/Engineers/mech_engineering.asp

What are general things ME’s do? Design Product Design Machine Design System Design Manufacturing, Process Development & Quality Maintenance and Operations Research and Development Project Management Testing Sales or Technical Sales Other Law Management Business Medical Schools

What Industries Hire ME’s? Automotive & OEM Suppliers Construction Equipment Construction Companies Ship & Railroad Companies Airplane Manufacturing Power Generation / Nuclear Alternative Fuel / Energy Utility Companies Oil and Gas Companies Chemical Companies Pharmaceutical &Health Care Biomedical Sports Equipment Mfg. Computer-Aided Design Automation & Robotics Electronics Industries Appliance Manufacturers HVAC & Refrigeration Toy Manufacturing Furniture Manufacturing Paper Industry Food & Beverage Industry Telecommunications Amusement Parks National Labs Aeronautical (NASA, etc.) Government Agencies Academia (Teaching) Financial Companies Consulting Companies

Student Activities Student Organizations

Student Organizations in ME Professional American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Acoustical Society of America (ASA) Pi Tau Sigma (PTS) Woodruff School Student Advisory Committee (WSSAC) Competitive gt Motorsports (Formula One, SAE) GT Off-Road (mini-baja) Wreck Racing RoboJackets Echo Car Challenge Solar Jackets CanSat

Student Organizations American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASME is open to all ME students Meets once a week during the club period Companies give presentations about what ME’s do at their company Why attend ASME meetings? It is a great way to learn more about Mechanical Engineering Opportunity to network with potential employers Free pizza lunch

Student Organizations gt Motorsports

Student Organizations GT Off-Road

Student Organizations Wreck Racing

Student Organizations RoboJackets

Student Organizations SolarJackets Solar-Assisted Electric Vehicle Street-legal, full-size car that is converted to use electric storage and solar energy. The GT team converted a 2001 Audi TT sports car into a plug-in electric vehicle that is assisted by an array of solar cells. Has a full electric-drive system, consisting of an 83hp DC-electric motor (200 ft-lbs of torque) and the Audi's original transmission. Capable of highway speeds . A 120-volt battery pack that provides ~70 miles of range. Solar Racer – Sleek, lightweight endurance vehicle built to race across America.

Student Activities Academic and Work Experiences

Student Activities Academic Experiences Work Experiences Exchange Programs Study Abroad Programs International Program (Degree Designator) BS/MS Program Undergraduate Research Work Experiences Co-op Program (Degree Designator) Professional Internship Program Work Abroad (Internship or Coop) Students may participate in any combinations of the above. Co-op and BS/MS program may both be done together.

Opportunities Abroad Exchange Program Study Abroad 4/21/2017 Exchange Program Classes are taken with students of the host university Foreign language skills are required Most out-of-state students pay reduced tuition rates Credits must be pre-approved for transfer to GT Study Abroad Courses are taught by GT faculty Courses are GT courses, so there are no problems with transferring credits All courses are taught in English (except for foreign language classes) We have an innovative study-abroad program at Georgia Tech Lorraine in Metz, France, where we offer our master's-level courses in mechanical engineering. A summer program is also offered for undergraduate students. Both programs are taught in English by GT faculty members. FASET Transfer 200608_ME Only_Rev1.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

Opportunities Abroad - Examples 4/21/2017 Summer Study Abroad Georgia Tech Lorraine in Metz, France 4 day class schedules to allow weekend travel Many class options available Shanghai, China ME classes, humanities & social sciences Junior Year Study Abroad Students can take their entire junior year abroad Students can attend for one junior level semester Small class sizes Other: Programs exist all over the world We have an innovative study-abroad program at Georgia Tech Lorraine in Metz, France, where we offer our master's-level courses in mechanical engineering. A summer program is also offered for undergraduate students. Both programs are taught in English by GT faculty members. FASET Transfer 200608_ME Only_Rev1.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

The International Program What is the International Plan? A challenging academic program for highly capable students which develops global competence within the context of a student’s major. International Plan Requirements: Second language proficiency (determined by testing, not class time) International Coursework: Three required courses International Experience: Two terms abroad (not less than 26 weeks) engaged in any combination of study abroad, research or internship Culminating Course: Course relating the international studies to a student’s major

BS/MS Program Application Requirements: Tommy Newton BSME ‘06 MSME ‘08 Application Engr. AccuSentry, Inc. The best part about the BS/MS program is that I was able to take a "test drive" before committing.  By the time I officially became a graduate student, I had performed undergrad research with my advisor for almost a year- and-a-half.  The main reasons I opted to do the BS/MS Program at Georgia Tech were as follows: The application was easy; I did not have to take the GRE; instead of paying for school, school paid me (GRA); I was able to take graduate classes and do research ahead of time; Georgia Tech was familiar to me; and there would never be an "easier" opportunity to obtain a master's degree. Application Requirements: Apply between 30 – 75 credit hours Transfer students over 75 credit hours can apply after completing 12 hours at GT semester (must have GT GPA) Minimum GT GPA of 3.5 to apply Must maintain 3.0 GPA after accepted Advantages: Allows students to take 6 hours of grad classes their senior year, which will count towards both the BS & MS degrees Facilitates undergraduate research Students are not required to take GRE for admission to graduate school at GT

Undergraduate Research What is Undergraduate Research? Undergraduate research is a single or multiple semester project working with a professor his/her research or special project. Research Requirements Typical research is a 3 credit hours class A 3 credit hour class requires 9 hours of work per week (14 hours during summer term) Students are responsible for finding faculty members to sponsor the research The student can be paid or receive credit towards the BSME Most research opportunities exist for juniors & seniors Research Areas Automation and Mechatronics Mechanics of Materials Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Heat Transfer, Combustion and Energy Systems Acoustics & Dynamics Computer Aided Design Fluid Mechanics Bioengineering Manufacturing Tribology

Co-operative & Internship Programs Co-op Program Application Requirements Complete 1 full-time semester @ GT and apply to the program What GPA is required? 2.0 GPA How many semesters must I work? One Semester (students can do more, but the commitment is only one semester) Three Semesters (students alternate each semester between work & school until completing the three work terms) Which semesters can I work? Fall, Spring, Summer Does the work assignment show on my transcript? Yes Can I work at different companies? No Which students participate? Junior – Senior Sophomore – Junior Student Participation % 35% - 40% in ME 35% in ME Can I work abroad? Yes (Work Abroad) Yes (Int’l Coop Program) Degree Designator?

Senior Design Projects

Senior Design – Case Study 1 4/21/2017 Problem: Current fret board manufacturing process has ~25% scrap rate. Project Objective: Find a more reliable, faster and cheaper method to manufacture fret boards for guitars. FASET Transfer 200608_ME Only_Rev1.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

Senior Design – Case Study 1 12 Inch Radius .070 Depth Cut Multiple Scale Lengths

Senior Design – Case Study 1 Results: Removed 2 process steps from the manufacturing process. Designed and built prototype of the newly designed machine.

Senior Design – Case Study 2 4/21/2017 Background: There are 4 “check valves” in the heart Approximately 150,000 valves implanted per year Aortic valve is the most often replaced valve (90%) Project Objective: Design a replacement aortic valve with less stress on the heart Things to talk about here: 1. Point out differences in aortic and mitral valves 2. Aortic valve is a trileaflet valve, with each leaflet in the shape of a cusp 3. The left ventricle is stronger, as it pumps blood to the entire body (high resistance requires alot of force) 4. Aortic and mitral valves have coordinated opening and closing to allow blood to be pumped Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aortic_valve FASET Transfer 200608_ME Only_Rev1.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

Senior Design – Case Study 2 Wall shear stress comparison for each valve type Ball-Cage Bi-Leaflet Contour

Senior Design – Case Study 3 Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) PIT is the use of physical force from the police vehicle to the target vehicle with the intention to stop the target car Problems with PIT Potential collision with bystanders Potential Roll over of the target car Design Project Objectives Prove the PIT maneuver does not cause rollover when performed under the proper conditions Prove the PIT maneuver is a controllable when executed properly Compare both experimental and theoretical results Design and build an apparatus to experimentally measure the force applied from the police car onto the target car Model the PIT in MSC Adams Software

Senior Design – Case Study 3 Designed load cell to measure force during test simulation Load cell used to measure force on car Experiment Video PIT simulated in MSC Adams Car Simulation Software Theoretical Video Load Cell Clamp-on Collar Flange Mount Shaft Support & Linear Bearings Button and Solid Shaft

Senior Design – Case Study 3 General Conclusions Maneuver is safe, predictable and controllable under the conditions used Smooth flat road, wet and dry conditions Up to 120 mph with a low center-of-gravity vehicle High center-of-gravity vehicles are more prone to rollover Force Theoretical and Experimental Results Rollover Theoretical Results   Car Type Demo Vehicle 1998 Ford Explorer 1998 Ford F150 1992 Ford Taurus 1977 Ford E250 1988 Isuzu Trooper Grade % Minimum Coefficient of Friction Required to Roll Over 1.74 1.07 1.18 1.39 1.08 0.96 8.7 1.65 0.97 1.09 1.30 0.99 0.87 18 1.54 0.88 1.19 0.89 0.77

The Mechanical Engineering Program ME Curriculum 4/21/2017 The Mechanical Engineering Program ME Curriculum RETP Day_070325.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

Mechanical Engineering Program of Study http://www.me.gatech.edu/undergraduate/degrees_bsme_curr.shtml NEW

Mechanical Engineering Classes The 2011-2012 ME Program of Study is at: www.me.gatech.edu/undergraduate/degrees_bsme_curr.shtml Mechanical Engineering Course Syllabi: www.me.gatech.edu/undergraduate/curricula_me.shtml ME Class Pre-Req Information: Class pre-reqs are on the program of study or at: www.me.gatech.edu/undergraduate/degrees_bsme.shtml ME electives available each semester are at: www.me.gatech.edu/undergraduate/registration.shtml#sp

The Mechanical Engineering Program Pre-Requisite Chain 4/21/2017 The Mechanical Engineering Program Pre-Requisite Chain RETP Day_070325.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

Pre-Requisite Warning The ME curriculum contains a 7 semester pre-req chain!! Upon completion of these classes, you will have a minimum of (…) semesters remaining until graduation. Min. Sem Students Selecting ME 3180 (Machine Design) as the Design Elective ME 4315 (Energy Systems) 7   MATH 1501 6 MATH 15X2, PHYS 2211 5 MATH 1522, COE 2001 4 ME 2202, MATH 2401, MATH 2403 3 ME/CEE 1770, ME 2202, CS 1371, MATH 2401, MATH 2403, PHYS 2212 ME/CEE 1770, ME 3322, ME 3340, CS 1371, PHYS 2212, 2 ME 2110, ME 2016, ME 3322, ME 3340, COE 3001, ECE 3710 COE 3001, ME 2016, ME 2110, ME 3345, MATH 2401, ECE 3710 1 ME 3180, ME 3015, ME 3057, ME 3345, MATH/ISYE 3770, CHEM 1310 ME 4315, ME 3057, ME 3015, MATH/ISYE 3770, CHEM 1310 ME 4182, ME 4053, ME 4210, ME Elects, ECE 3741, ISYE 3025, MSE 2001 ME 4182, ME 4053, ME 4210, ECE3741, ISYE 3025, ME Elects, MSE 2001

The Mechanical Engineering Program Transfer Student Issues 4/21/2017 The Mechanical Engineering Program Transfer Student Issues RETP Day_070325.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

Transfer Credit Substitutions Math MATH transfer credit substitutions: MATH 1502 (4) = MATH 15X2 (2) + MATH 1522 (2) MATH 2401 (4) = MATH 24X1 (3) + 1 hr free elective MATH 2403 (4) = MATH 24X3 (3) + 1 hr free elective MATH classes in their order at Georgia Tech are: 1 - MATH 1501, Calculus 1 2 - MATH 1502, Calculus 2 3 - MATH 1522, Linear Algebra (Only req’d if MATH 15X2 transferred in) 4 - MATH 2401, Calculus 3 5 - MATH 2403, Differential Equations

Transfer Credit Substitutions Free Electives (6 hrs total) Free electives are any 2000 level class or higher which does not duplicate any material required for the BSME. Free electives may be combined to create 3 hours. HPS 1040 (Wellness/Fitness) HPS 11XX (2 hours or above) will satisfy the wellness requirement HPS 1XXX (2) will NOT satisfy the wellness requirement Science Elective (3) All science electives must contain a lab component, except PHYS 2213, Modern Physics. The following are valid science electives if it contains a lab component: CHEM 1XXX (4), CHEM 1212K (4), BIOL 1XXX (4), EAS 1XXX (4)

Transfer Credit Substitutions Statistics (ISYE/MATH 3770) MATH 3215 does not satisfy ISYE/MATH 3770, but can be used as a free elective MGT 2250 does not satisfy ISYE/MATH 3770 and may NOT be used as a free elective Chemistry CHEM 12X1 (4) and CHEM 1211K (4) satisfy CHEM 1310 CHEM 1XXX (4) and CHEM 1212K (4) satisfy the Science Elective CS 1371, Intro to Computing (MATLAB) CS 1301 (3) does not satisfy CS 1371: CS 1301 + CS 1171 = CS 1371 CS 1171: One hour self-study class to learn Matlab. CS 1371/1171  ME 2016  ME 3015 and ME 3057  ME 4053

Transfer Credit Ethics Global Perspective If ethics is transferred into Georgia Tech, it must be one of: PST 3105, PST 3109, PST 3127, PST 4176, INTA 2030 or HTS 2084 Global Perspective Global perspective is a new requirement that you will be required to take. This course is hard to find, so you may want to take it here. Preapproved transfer credit is at: oscar.gatech.edu -> select Transfer Equivalencies and follow instructions Detailed instructions are at: http://www.me.gatech.edu/undergraduate/transferring_credit.shtml#proc Each department evaluates their own transfer credit Example: If you have a question about MATH transfer credit, you need to talk to the MATH department. http://www.registrar.gatech.edu/docs/pdf/transfer_credit_information.pdf

4/21/2017 Please note: Our curriculum will most likely be changing next year so some of this may change. RETP Day_070325.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

The Mechanical Engineering Program Final Advice… 4/21/2017 The Mechanical Engineering Program Final Advice… RETP Day_070325.pptRETP Advising Day_20050414

Before Coming to Georgia Tech… Get your final transcripts sent to GT ASAP. Submit your request for transfer credit early! This is for courses that are not on the transfer equivalency table! Follow the ME curriculum as much as possible (while still completing all admissions requirements). Understand the pre-req chain through our curriculum and plan accordingly. Pre-req overrides are NOT given in ME. Avoid taking all your electives before you come to GT. Respond to my email the semester before you come to GT. Attend FASET – our orientation program!! WHY?? You will receive a custom schedule at FASET. You will have a chance to register for classes. All departments will be available to answer questions in 1 room. This will never happen again in your career at Georgia Tech!  You will learn more about how GT works. It is probably slightly different than your previous school…

Contact Information

Contact Information ME Office of Student Services MRDC 3112 (building 135 on campus map) Office Hours 8 – 12 and 1 – 5 M-F Norma Frank – Academic Advisor All students with less than 45 credit hours (including transfer credits) Norma.Frank@me.gatech.edu 404-894-3203 MRDC 3112, Office Hours 9:30 - 12 and 1 – 5 M-F Kristi Mehaffey – Academic Advisor All students with 45 credit hours or more (including transfer credits) Kristi.Mehaffey@me.gatech.edu (best way to contact) MRDC 3112, Office Hours 9 - 12 and 1 – 4 M-F Walk-ins on Wednesdays Appointments on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Mechanical Engineering Advisement Web Page http://www.me.gatech.edu/ Select Undergraduate Programs -> Advisement

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