Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2011-2012
MECH 411 - DYNAMICS & CONTROL OF MECH SYS
Long Title: DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Department: *Mech Eng & Materials Science*
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MECH 343 AND MECH 420
Description: The application of the principles of kinematics, dynamics and systems and control theory to the design and analysis of controlled mechanical systems. Kinematics and Newtonian dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, elements of analytical dynamics, system analysis, stability, and simulation of dynamical behavior, control of mechanical systems. Demonstrations and laboratory examples. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: MECH 501. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for MECH 411 if student has credit for MECH 501.