MECH ENG 6BB3 (TERM 1)

Biomechanics

Graduate Application of mechanical engineering principals to biomechanics problems including cellular biomechanics, hemodynamics, the circulatory system, the respiratory system, muscles and movement, and skeletal biomechanics. Three lectures (Term 1)

MECH ENG 6CC3 (TERM 2)

Experimental and Computational Biomechanics

Graduate This course will provide a basic background in experimental and computational biomechanics including biomechanical testing concepts, and applications of finite element methods in simulations of biomechanical structures/systems. Three lectures (Term 2)

MECH ENG 6K03 (TERM 1)

Robotics

Graduate Fundamental theory and practical applications of robotic manipulators and mobile robots. Equations of motion, robot dynamics and statics, motion planning, introduction to machine vision, basics of robot programming. Three lectures (Term 1)

MECH ENG 6Q03 (TERM 1)

Mechanical Vibrations

Graduate This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the fundamental concepts of vibration engineering. Students will learn an appreciation for harmonic motion as well as the modeling of mechanical systems. This course will draw on the math skills established in previous courses with a special emphasis on understanding the physical phenomena involved as well as interpret and apply the results to real problems. A project will be undertaken involving the simulation and validation of a model capturing critical aspects of a dynamic mechanical system. Three lectures (Term 1)

MECH ENG 6SS3 (TERM 1)

Smart Systems

Graduate This course will teach the fundamentals of smart systems which incorporate elements of sensing, actuation, and control in order to interact with the environment and make decisions in a predictive and intelligent manner. Students will learn how to mathematically model systems, how to program and implement Kalman filters, how to tune and code PID controllers, how to collect and process sensor data, and how to apply machine learning strategies for system optimization. (Term 1)

MECH ENG 6T03 (TERM 2)

Finite Element Applications

Graduate Theory of the finite element method, element derivation, solution procedures. Applications to static and dynamic mechanical systems using a finite element package. Two lectures, one tutorial (one hour), one lab (two hours) alternate weeks Prerequisite: Registration in Level IV or V of any Mechanical Engineering program Three Lectures (Term 2)

MECH ENG 6U03 (TERM 1)

Compressible Flow and Turbomachinery

Graduate Compressible flows: Fanno and Rayleigh flows, normal and oblique shocks. Turbomachines: axial and radial flow gas and steam turbines, axial and radial flow compressors and fans. Three lectures (Term 1)

MECH ENG 6V03 (TERM 1)

Thermo-Fluids System Design and Analysis

Graduate Design, operation and application characteristics of equipment commonly used in thermal systems. Modelling performance characteristics of piping systems, pumps, compressors, fans, heat exchangers, boilers and cooling towers. System simulation and optimization. Selection criteria of thermal equipment. Design optimization and system performance evaluation. Three lectures (Term 1)

MECH ENG 6Z03 (TERM 2)

CAD/CAM/CAE

Graduate Solid modeling theory, part creation, assemblies and rigid bodies, mechanism simulation, B-Splines, data exchange, CNC machining and inspection. Major project using computer laboratory facilities. (For Master of Engineering Students Only) Three lectures (Term 2)

MECH ENG 705 (TERM 2)

Advanced Finite Element Analysis

Graduate Solve nonlinear quasi-static and dynamic problems in solid mechanics with finite element method. Introduce the kinematics of large deformations and metal plasticity theories. Describe explicit and implicit implementations of constitutive models into finite element software. Cover a range of engineering applications, including assessment of damage and failure, prediction of deformation localization and necking. (Term 2)

MECH ENG 706 (TERM 1)

Advanced Heat Transfer

Graduate Steady and transient conduction stressing formulation and approximate solution techniques. Convection heat transfer including compressible and incompressible flow. Radiation heat transfer including gray body radiation and radiation from gases and vapours. (Term 1)

MECH ENG 708 (TERM 1)

Two Phase Flow and Heat Transfer

Graduate Development of conservation laws for two phase flow systems, two phase flow modelling, pressure drop and void fraction in piping systems, pool and convective boiling transfer, critical heat flux in pool and flow boiling, post dryout heat transfer, critical two phase flow and flow instabilities. (Term 1)

MECH ENG 709 (TERM 2)

Introduction to Turbulent Flows

Graduate The course introduces the phenomenological features in turbulent flows and the methods used to analyze these flows. This will include developing the Reynolds average equations, investigating the vortex dynamics in these flows, applying the governing equations to different flows and other topics. The course will cover material related to both wall-bounded and freeshear flows. (Term 2)

MECH ENG 710 (TERM 2)

Machine Tool Analysis

Graduate Definitions and test of accuracy.Metrology using laser interferometer.Thermal deformations. Automation, numerical control: command generation, digital positional servos. Dynamics of machine tool structures, stability against chatter. Selection, specification, utilization, maintenance. (Term 2)

MECH ENG 712 (TERM 2) (Not Offered in 2023-24)

Bio-Inspired Engineering

Graduate This course presents an overview of engineering design concepts inspired from living systems and introduces selected and recent bioinspired technologies with a particular focus on technologies in the field of biomedical sciences such as diagnostics, therapeutics and drug discovery. The main topics will include: Introduction to biomimetics and bio­inspired engineering, Bio­inspired design, Bio­inspired materials, Self repellent coatings, Adhesive coatings, Nano­bioengineering, Biofunctional interfaces, Drug delivery systems, Bio­hybrid systems, Bio­inspired tissue engineering, Biosensing, Lab­on­Chip devices, Microfluidics, Organs­on­Chips, In vitro disease models. (Term 2)

MECH ENG 714 (TERM 2)

Solidification Processing

Graduate Fundamentals of Solidification, Review of Solidification processes, near net shape solidification, molten metal handling and treatment, cast part quality. (Term 2)

MECH ENG 715 (TERM 1) (Not Offered in 2023-24)

Biomechanics of Injury and Prevention

Graduate Topics include mechanics of biological tissues, injury/failure mechanisms (particularly musculoskeletal tissues and brain injury), and theory behind methods and devices for prevention of injuries with particular focus on motor vehicle collisions and sport-related injuries. (Term 1)

MECH ENG 717 (TERM 2) (Not Offered in 2023-24)

Orthopaedic Biomechanics

Graduate

MECH ENG 718 (TERM 2)

Biomass Conversion to High Value Products and Bioenergy Technology

Graduate This course focuses on the conversion of biomass and residues into high value products, fuels, and chemicals. It will provide students with a thorough understanding of biomass feedstocks, availability, and attributes for bioproduct development. The course will cover the design, analysis and operation of biomass conversion systems and the economics of the process. (Term 2)

MECH ENG 725 (TERM 2)

Introduction to Transmission Electron Microscopy

Graduate Introduction to transmission electron microscopy: electron sources, optics, TEM, Scanning-TEM, electronsolid interactions, diffraction, imaging, and spectroscopy. Course will include a practical component with demonstration labs.

MECH ENG 726 (TERM 1)

Materials Characterization

Graduate An introduction to the theory, physics and operating principles of Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Focused Ion Beam (FIB) microscopy and attendant diffraction and spectroscopy techniques. The course will have laboratory component allowing students to students to establish core competence in hands-on use of these microscopes. (Term 1)

MECH ENG 727 (TERM 2)

Surface Engineering In Manufacturing

Graduate

MECH ENG 728 (TERM 2)

Manufacturing Processes I

Graduate Fundamentals of metal cutting: cutting process, cutting forces and temperatures, tool wear, machinability of materials, machined surface quality and integrity, optimization of cutting conditions. Applications to single edge and multiple edge operations and grinding. (Term 2)

MECH ENG 729 (TERM 1 & TERM 2)

Manufacturing Systems

Graduate This course studies the organization and control of manufacturing systems. Types of production systems, the role of inventory, capacity and production control planning, scheduling, push-, CONWIP- and JIT-systems.Use of analytic, heuristic and numerical analysis and design methods.

MECH ENG 734 (TERM 1)

Theory of Plasticity

Graduate Yield Criteria for ductile isotropic metals. Invariants of a second order tensor.Representative stress and strain. Flow Rule (plastic stress/strain relationships). Fundamental plasticity theory leading to the establishment of the extremum principles. Application of these principles to a rigid, incompressible, non-hardening, rate-insensitive solid in a state of plane strain (upper and lower bound theorems). Slip line field analysis (a more advanced upper bound method). Theory of finite strain.Introduction to some macroscopic theories of anisotropy. Introduction to crystallographic theory of metal deformation and determination of crystallographic yield loci.

MECH ENG 735 (TERM 1 & 2)

Additive Manufacturing

Graduate This course covers basic overview of additive manufacturing processes including powder bed fusion processes, and beam deposition processes. The course will deal with issues related to design for additive manufacturing, applications and quality aspects. Topics covered in this course include: metal additive manufacturing processes, powder-bed fusion and solidification, process mapping, process monitoring and control, design for additive manufacturing, post-processing in additive manufacturing, hybrid manufacturing, cost and benefits of additive manufacturing, and applications of additive manufacturing

MECH ENG 743 (Not Offered in 2023-24)

Advanced Mechatronics

Graduate This is a graduate course in mechatronics with an emphasis on actuation systems and control. The course begins by considering the industrial process that is followed for the design of large integrated systems. It then considers the necessity for a multidisciplinary approach to design and discusses the rational for mechatronics. Electrical and hydraulic actuation systems are considered, modeled and simulated. Electronic circuits, microcontrollers, real-time digital control, filtering, estimation and system identification are considered in the context of the control of actuation systems. The course heavily relies on experiential learning and includes a project.

MECH ENG 745 (TERM 1) (Not Offered in 2023-24)

Analytical Fracture and Damage Mechanics

Graduate Modeling of linear elastic, elastic-plastic crack and damage problems, including mathematical foundations, experimental determination of fracture toughness and multi-axial damage in engineering materials, and application of fracture mechanics concepts to suitable engineering problems. (Term 1)

MECH ENG 751 (TERM 2)

Advanced Mechanical Engineering Control Systems

Graduate Design of digital control systems with particular emphasis on mechanical engineering applications, sampling characteristics, z transforms, and z transfer functions. Root Locus in the z plane, frequency response, transient response. State space analysis, Eigen values, Eigen vectors, controllability, observability (SISO). State space design, pole assignment, state feedback, output feedback, modal control. Introduction to adaptive control, self tuning regulations, model reference adaptive systems. (Term 2)

MECH ENG 752 (TERM 2)

Advanced MEMS Fabrication and Microfluidics

Graduate Antirequisite(s): Introduction, Microfabrication and micromachining, Surface and bulk micromachining, non-conventional machining, Microfluidics, Microchannels, Microvalves, Micromixers, Micropumps, Droplet actuation, Integrated Systems. (Term 2)

MECH ENG 753 (TERM 1)

Advanced Fluid Mechanics

Graduate Review of vectors, tensors, tensor notation, hydrostatics and stresses in fluid, and Eularian and Lagrangian coordinate systems. Develop conservation of mass, momentum, and energy equations and examine their properties. Analyze boundary layer flows, potential flows, and introduce transition to turbulence and turbulence flows. (Term 1)

MECH ENG 754 (TERM 1)

Management and Control of Electric Vehicle Batteries

Graduate Covers the key aspects of battery management systems in hybrid electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and battery electric vehicles. Battery modeling, analysis, state-of-charge estimation, and state-of-health estimation via the application of parameter estimation, system identification, optimization, filtering, and control theory. (Term 1)

MECH ENG 755 (TERM 1)

Advanced Control on Internal Combustion Engines

Graduate The course will introduce a variety of linear and nonlinear control design techniques that are particularly useful for internal combustion engine systems. Combinations of engine system characteristics with control theory will be described through examples generated from pertinent research projects. Matlab/Simulink will be extensively used for engine control system analysis, design, and simulation studies. There will be a student self-proposed or instructorassigned term project.

MECH ENG 756 (TERM 1)

Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics

Graduate This course provides an introduction to finite-volume methods for solving fluid flow and heat transfer problems. Course content includes multi-grid solvers and pressure-velocity coupling techniques. The course emphasizes an understanding of the physics and the fundamentals of fluid flow and heat transfer. A working knowledge of FORTRAN is required. (Term 1)

MECH ENG 758 (TERM 1 & TERM 2)

Graduate Seminars in Mechanical Engineering

Graduate Seminar series presented by graduate students and guest speakers. All full time graduate students are required to register for this “zero credit” course in the fall and winter semesters. Course grades are either Pass or Fail (P/F). To pass the course the student must attend at least 90% of the seminars in each term. Full time Master’s students are required to present 1 seminar in the series before graduation, and doctoral students must present 2 seminars before graduation. (Terms 1 and 2)

MECH ENG 759 (TERM 1 & 2)

Hardware Prototyping Tools and Methods

Graduate This course will enhance the hardware prototyping capabilities of students. Students will be expected to develop basic hands-on competency in hardware prototyping and demonstrate their ability and knowledge through a lab project that contributes to their degree-required project.

MECH ENG 760 (TERM 1)

Electric Drive Vehicles

Graduate The course covers topics related to electric and hybrid electric vehicles. It begins with an introduction to the automotive industry and explains the need for electrification, and then continues with an introduction to internal combustion engines and electric machines. The course covers electrical and hybrid energy storage systems and chargers, and concentrate on the fundamentals of hybrid electric powertrains, hybrid electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, all-electric vehicles, and range-extended electric vehicles.

MECH ENG 761 (TERM 1 & TERM 2)

Industrial Components, Networks & Interoperability

Graduate This course covers advanced software and hardware components of industrial systems, as well as industrial networks used in Machine to Machine (M2M) and Business to Business (B2B) communication to integrate industrial components. The course also covers interoperability issues of industrial automation systems. Topics covered include legacy industrial networks such as Modbus serial and DeviceNet; Ethernet and TCP/IP; Ethernet based industrial networks such as Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP, ProfiNet, BACNet; as well as integration of process/manufacturing automation, building automation, environment management, energy management systems, and electricity automation systems using DDE, OPC, and SCADA systems. Moreover, the course covers use and integration of artificial intelligence in industrial systems.

MECH ENG 762 (TERM 2)

Computational Modeling of Circulatory System

Graduate This course covers circulatory anatomy and physiology as well as several methods for modeling circulatory mechanics. Some applications of modeling circulatory mechanics in the development of medical devices are also covered. The major topics to be covered include: Introduction to anatomy and physiology of cardiovascular system; Introduction to anatomy and physiology of local circulations such as cerebral, pulmonary and renal circulations; Blood rheology; Flow, pressure and wave reflection in the circulatory system; Governing equations for solid deformation; Governing equations for fluid motion; Analytical solutions; Medical imaging technologies; Medical imaging data used for modeling; Solid mechanics models; Fluid mechanics models; Fluid-solid mechanics models; Numerical modeling of wave propagation; Lumped parameter mathematical models.

MECH ENG 763 (TERM 2) (Not Offered in 2023-24)

Hybrid and Battery Electric Vehicle Powertrain Design and Development

Graduate The course covers key aspects of design and control of hybrid electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and battery electric vehicles. The course provides a fundamental understanding of electric vehicles powertrain design, power flow management, system integration, propulsion system modelling, simulation and analysis. The course is geared towards Mechatronic systems design; starting from conceptual system-level requirements, followed by powertrain components design, system integration, and ending in verification and validation.

MECH ENG 777 (TERM 1)

Cognitive Systems Theory

Graduate

MECH ENG 786 (TERM 1 & TERM 2)

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Fundamentals

Graduate Solving Problems using AI: Searching, optimization, online search agents. Constraint satisfaction. Knowledge, Reasoning and Planning: Logic and Inference, Planning and Acting, Knowledge Representation. Knowledge and Reasoning with Uncertainty. Machine learning problems, training and testing, overfitting. Modelling strategies: data preprocessing, overfitting and model tuning. Measuring predictor importance. Factors that Can Affect Model Performance. Feature selection. Measuring performance of classification models. (Term 1 & 2)

MECH ENG 787 (TERM 1 & TERM 2)

Machine Learning: Classification Models

Graduate Classification Models: Discriminant analysis and other linear classification. Linear Support Vector Machine. Nonlinear classification models. Classification Trees and Rule based models. Remedies for severe class imbalance.

MECH ENG 788 (TERM 1) OFFERED AS SEP 740

Neural Networks and Development Tools

Graduate Machine learning and deep learning. Single layer neural networks architecture and training. Multi-layer neural networks architecture. Activating via forward propagation, training via back propagation Parallelizing neural network training, training neural networks via TensorFlow. Other DNN frameworks and hardware (Caffe, Theano, Nvidia cuDNN). Machine learning algorithms with neural networks as a bridge to deep learning. Design and development strategies for real-world applications (Term 1 & 2)

MECH ENG 789 (TERM 1) OFFERED AS SEP 740

Deep Learning and Its Applications

Graduate Motivation and Paradigm. Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) architecture. Training deep CNNs. Image classification with deep CNNs. Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) architecture and training. RNN Extensions: Deep RNNs, Bidirectional RNNs, Long Short Term Memory (LSTM) networks. RNN Applications in machine translation, language modelling, joint language and translation modelling. Autoencoders. Deep Residual Networks. Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs). Real-world use cases. (Term 1 & 2)