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Registration Announcement Fall 2026

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The University reserves the right to revise any information listed in this timetable of classes.

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Tullahoma, TN 37388

Ph: (931) 393-7228
Email: admit@utsi.edu

Aerospace Engineering

SEC.               

009      CRN     42437              Gragston

010    CRN     42441              Johnson

011    CRN     42443              Kreth

012    CRN     42446              Moeller

013      CRN     42447 Palies

014      CRN     42448              Schmisseur

015      CRN     42451              Zhao

021      CRN     42461              Hossain

Grading Restriction: P/NP only.

Repeatability: May be repeated.

Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate. Graduate students only.

SEC. 002      CRN     56435 (Same as BME 501 002 CRN 56437, ME 501 002 CRN 56438)

TEXT:  Advanced Engineering Mathematics; Erwin Kreyszig; Wiley; ISBN 0470458364

TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday  

10:20 – 11:35      Fully Online

PROF: Dr. Mark Gragston                                                                                                                                                                                                      

Provides new graduate students with a review and introduction of mathematics necessary for engineering problems in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and more.  Topics include solution of ODEs, Eigenvectors and Eigenvalues, Complex Variables Calculus, Fourier Analysis and Orthogonal functions, and PDES.

Cross-listed: (Same as Biomedical Engineering 501 and Mechanical Engineering 501)

SEC 002 CRN 42466 Moeller

Required for the student not otherwise registered during any semester when student uses university facilities and/or faculty time before degree is completed.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated.
Credit Restriction: May not be used toward degree requirements.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate

SEC. 001 CRN 60116 (Same as BME 001 CRN 60119 ME 001 CRN 60121)
TEXT: Data Analysis: Bayesian Tutorial; D.S. Sivia and J. Skilling; Oxford University Press; 2nd edition; ISBN 0198568312


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 3:05- 4:20 E-111
PROF: Dr. Esteban Cisneros-Garibay

Provides a foundational knowledge of uncertainty and propagation, quantification methodologies. It consists of 2 modules: I: Probability Concepts, Basic Statistical Operations, and Set Operations and II: Probabilistic UQ Methods with introduction to non-Probabilistic Methods.
Cross-listed: (Same as Biomedical Engineering 504 and Mechanical Engineering 504.)

SEC. 001 CRN 57103 (Same as ME 516 001 CRN 57105)
TEXT: Random Data: Analysis and Measurement Procedures; Julius S. Bendat and Allan G. Piersol;
Wiley; 4th Ed.; ISBN 978-0-470-24877-5


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 8:45 – 10:00 E-113
PROF: Dr. Phil Kreth

Various tools and techniques used in the analysis of random data. Data classification; statistics and probability; spectral and correlation functions; data acquisition fundamentals; input-output system models; and an introduction to modern data analysis procedures.
Cross-listed: (Same as: Mechanical Engineering 516.)
(DE) Prerequisite(s): Undergrad degree in engineering. Consent of instructor.
Recommended Background: Logic-based programming knowledge (preferably within MATLAB) and some laboratory research.

SEC. 001 CRN 49296 (Same as ME 517 001 CRN 49275)

]TEXT:  Course notes will be provided

TIME:  Monday & Wednesday                                                

8:45- 10:00   E-110

PROF:  Dr. Reza Abedi

Modern computational theory applied to conservation principles across the engineering sciences. Weak forms, extremization, boundary conditions, discrete implementation via finite element, finite difference, finite volume methods. Asymptotic error estimates, accuracy, convergence, stability. Linear problem applications in 1, 2 and 3 dimensions, extensions to non-linearity, non-smooth data, unsteady, spectral analysis techniques, coupled equation systems. Computer projects in heat transfer, structural mechanics, mechanical vibrations, fluid mechanics, heat/mass transport.

Cross-listed: (Same as Mechanical Engineering 517.)

Comment(s): Bachelor’s degree in engineering or natural science required.

Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

SEC. 002 CRN 56478 (Same as ME 520 002 CRN 56480)
TEXT: Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics; Robert Zucker; John Wiley and Sons, Inc; 3rd edition; ISBN 9781119481706


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 1:30- 2:45 E-111
PROF: Dr. Milt Davis

Fundamentals of gas dynamics including varying area flow, flow through nozzles, standing normal shocks, Oblique shocks, flow with friction, flow with heat addition and an introduction to propulsion.
Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 520.)

SEC. 001 CRN 53567
TEXT: Hypersonic and High-Temperature Gas Dynamics; John D. Anderson, AIAA;
ISBN 1624105149


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 3:05 – 4:20 Fully Online
PROF: Dr. Mark Gragston

Slender body flow; similitude; Newtonian theory; blunt body flow; viscous interactions; free molecule and rarefied gas flow.
(DE) Prerequisite(s): 512

SEC. 001 CRN 53372
TEXT: Fundamentals of Turbulent Flows; Parviz Moin and W.H. Ronald Chan; Cambridge; ISBN 1009431404


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 11:40-12:30 Fully Online
PROF: Dr. Mark Gragston

Macroscopic effects, analogies, statistical treatment, correlation functions, energy spectra, diffusion; application of turbulent jets and pipe flow.
(DE) Prerequisite(s): 511 and 512.

SEC. 002 CRN 46264 (Same as ME 533 002 CRN 46265)
TEXT: TBA


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 1:30 – 2:45 E-110
PROF: Dr. Hans Desmidt

Kinematics and dynamics of particles in three dimensions. Rotating coordinate systems. Hamilton’s
principle. Lagrange’s equations of motion. Kinematics and dynamics of rigid bodies.
Cross-listed: (Same as Mechanical Engineering 533.)
Recommended Background: 391 or Mathematics 431 and an undergraduate vibrations course

SEC. 001 CRN 44635 (Same as ME 541 003 CRN 45450)
TEXT: TBD


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 1:30 – 2:45 E-110
PROF: Dr. Devina Pribadi Sanjay

Derivation of equations governing flow of inviscid and viscous fluids (conservation of mass, Newton’s
second law, conservation of energy). Equations of state and constitutive relations. Euler and Navier-
Stokes forms and nondimensionalization. Exact solutions and introduction to potential and boundary-
layer flows.
Cross-listed: (Same as Mechanical Engineering 541.)
Credit Restriction: Students cannot receive credit for both Aerospace Engineering 511 and
Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering 541.
Recommended Background: A fluid mechanics course.

SEC. 001 CRN 51944
TEXT: Physics of Electric Propulsion (textbook is available from Amazon.com); Robert G. Jahn;
Dover Publications; ISBN 10:0486450406; 13: 978-0486450407


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 1:30- 2:45 E-113
PROF: Dr. Trevor Moeller

Engineering concepts of electric propulsion and its application to modern satellites and deep space probes. Topics include physical principles, practical designs, and performance levels of electrically-powered space propulsion thrusters including: ion engines; pulsed and steady-state (fixed field) plasma and MHD thrusters, including Hall Thrusters, and others.
Recommended Background: Rocket propulsion.
Registration Permission: Consent of Instructor.

SEC. 002 CRN 42474 Gragston
003 CRN 42475 Johnson
004 CRN 45241 Kreth
005 CRN 45242 Moeller
006 CRN 45243 Palies
007 CRN 45244 Schmisseur
008 CRN 45245 Zhao
009 CRN 45246 Hossain

Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours.
Comment(s): Enrollment limited to students in problems option.
Registration Permission: Consent of advisor.

SEC. 001 CRN 42478
TEXT: None


TIME: Will be announced through email
PROF: Dr. Trevor Moeller

All phases of aerospace engineering, reports on current research at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and UTSI.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 20 hours.

SEC. 006 CRN 47884 (Same as ME 599 003 CRN 47102)
TEXT: (1) System Engineering Management; Blanchard, B. and Blyler,J; John Wiley and Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey; 2016; 5th edition; ISBN 9781119225317 (epdf) 9781119225324 (epub) 9781119047827 (hardcopy)
(2) Integrating Program Management and Systems Engineering: Methods, Tools, and Organizational Systems for Improving Performance; Rebentisch, E.; John Wiley and Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey; 1st edition; ISBN 9781119259145 (epdf) 9781119259152 (epub) 9781119258926 (hardcopy)


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 10:20- 11:35 E-113
PROF: Dr. Colette de la Barre

This course examines the application of systems engineering principles, methods and tools on complex development programs where a systems thinking approach is needed. Case studies are used throughout the course work to provide real-world examples and the associated lessons learned from industry and government programs. Systems engineering focuses on defining customer needs and required functionality early in the development cycle, documenting requirements, then proceeding with design synthesis and system validation while considering all aspects of the product lifecycle including cost, schedule, test, manufacturing, performance, operations, and end-of-life. This course emphasizes the strong linkage between systems engineering and program management and the need to integrate these disciplines to improve complex program performance. The course concludes with a call-to-action to become the engineering change-agents needed today to improve program performance on complex development programs.

SEC. 002 CRN 42482 (Same as ME 004 CRN 50455)
TEXT: Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction; William D. Callister Jr., David G. Rethwisch


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 3:05- 4:20 E-113
PROF: Dr. Delower Hossain

Emphasizes essential concepts such as atomic structure and bonding, crystallography, defects, diffusion, phase transformations, and structure-property-processing relationships. These fundamentals form the scientific basis for advanced material systems, including nanomaterials, composites, and semiconductors. Biomaterials, energy material, and functional materials.

SEC 005 CRN 42494 Gragston
006 CRN 42496 Johnson
007 CRN 42498 Kreth
008 CRN 42500 Moeller
014 CRN 42506 Palies
015 CRN 42507 Schmisseur
016 CRN 51189 Zhao
017 CRN 45428 Hossain

Grading Restriction: P/NP only.
Repeatability: May be repeated.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.

SEC. 002 CRN 48140
TEXT: TBD


TIME: TBD
PROF: Dr. Kivanc Ekici

Methods of planning and conducting original research and proposal writing.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: Maximum 6 hours. May be repeated once.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate / doctoral students.
Registration Permission: Departmental approval.

Biomedical Engineering

SEC. 012 CRN 46086 Johnson

Grading Restriction: P/NP only.
Repeatability: May be repeated.
Credit Level Restriction: Graduate credit only.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate

SEC. 002 CRN 56437 (Same as AE 501 002 CRN 56435, ME 501 002 CRN 56438)
TEXT: Advanced Engineering Mathematics; Erwin Kreyszig; Wiley; ISBN 0470458364
TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 10:20 – 11:35 Fully Online
PROF: Dr. Mark Gragston

Provides new graduate students with a review and introduction of mathematics necessary for engineering problems in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and more. Topics include solution of ODEs, Eigenvectors and Eigenvalues, Complex Variables Calculus, Fourier Analysis and Orthogonal functions, and PDES.
Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 501 and Mechanical Engineering 501)

SEC. 001 CRN 60119 (Same as AE 001 CRN 60116 ME 001 CRN 60121)
TEXT: Data Analysis: Bayesian Tutorial; D.S. Sivia and J. Skilling; Oxford University Press; 2nd edition; ISBN 0198568312


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 3:05-4:20 E-111
PROF: Dr. Esteban Cisneros-Garibay

Provides a foundational knowledge of uncertainty and propagation, quantification methodologies. It consists of 2 modules: I: Probability Concepts, Basic Statistical Operations, and Set Operations and II: Probabilistic UQ Methods with introduction to non-Probabilistic Methods.
Cross-listed: (Same as Biomedical Engineering 504 and Mechanical Engineering 504.)

SEC. 001 CRN 46165 (Same as ME 001 CRN 46169)
TEXT: Advanced Linear Algebra for Engineers with MATLAB; Sohail A. Dianat and Eli S. Saber; CRC Press; Latest Edition; ISBN 9781420095234

TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 8:45- 10:00 E-111
PROF: Dr. Monty Smith

Methods of linear algebra with application to engineering problems. Systems of linear equations: matrix-vector notation, solutions to linear equations, matrix determinants, matrix inversion, Cramer’s rule, LU matrix decomposition. Vector spaces: spanning sets, vector norms, orthogonality, QR matrix decomposition, linear transformations. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors: characteristic polynomials, modal matrices, singular value decomposition. The Cayley-Hamilton theorem: matrix polynomials, functions of matrices, solutions to systems of differential and difference equations. Optimization: least-squares and weighted least- squares model.

SEC. 001 CRN 55939
TEXT: Thin Film Coating for Biomaterials and Biomedical Applications; Hans J. Griesser; Woodhead; ISBN 9781782424536


TIME: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 2:00- 2:40 Fully Online
PROF: Dr. Chad Bond

Overview of the fundamentals of selected thin film deposition techniques and pertinent instrumentation with an emphasis on applications to biomaterials. Structural characterization and tailoring of thin films form implant-specific applications. Growth of thin films on biomaterial surfaces, the biological interface and biocompatibility. Uniformity, adhesion, cytotoxicity, and bacterial reduction synergy. Application of thin films in tissue engineering and stem cell technologies.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor is required if from a different background than BME.

SEC. 002 CRN 45811
TEXT: None


TIME: Will be announced through email
PROF: Dr. Jacqueline Johnson

All phases of biomedical engineering, reports on current research at UTK and UTSI.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 20 hours.
Credit Level Restriction: Graduate credit only.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.

SEC. 011 CRN 45812 Johnson

Grading Restriction: P/NP only.
Repeatability: May be repeated.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.

SEC. 001 CRN 57085
TEXT: Magnetic Nanoparticles-From Fabrication to Clinical Applications; Nguyen T.K. Thanh; CRC Press; ISBN 9781439869321


TIME: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10:30- 11:20 Fully Online
PROF: Dr. Jaqueline Johnson

Magnetic nanoparticles have a wide and varied use in medicine. They can be used in magnetic separation, molecular carriers for gene separation, drug delivery or drug carriers, and hyperthermia treatment and as an enhancer for magnetic resonance imaging. The course addresses synthesis, properties and characterization of the nanoparticles as well as optional functionalization and applications, in particular pertaining to cancer therapy, toxin removal, imaging, lab-on-a-chip and thrombosis.
(DE) Prerequisite(s): Biomedical Engineering (BME) 578; Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) 567.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.

Mechanical Engineering

SEC. 021 CRN 43136 Gragston
022 CRN 43137 Johnson
023 CRN 43138 Kreth
024 CRN 43139 Moeller
025 CRN 43140 Palies
034 CRN 45253 Schmisseur
035 CRN 45254 Zhao
036 CRN 45255 Hossain

Grading Restriction: P/NP only.
Repeatability: May be repeated.
Credit Level Restriction: Graduate credit only.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.

SEC. 002 CRN 56438 (Same as AE 501 002 CRN 56435, BME 501 002 CRN 56437)
TEXT: Advanced Engineering Mathematics; Erwin Kreyszig; Wiley; ISBN 0470458364


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 10:20 – 11:35 Fully Online
PROF: Dr. Mark Gragston

Provides new graduate students with a review and introduction of mathematics necessary for engineering problems in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and more. Topics include solution of ODEs, Eigenvectors and Eigenvalues, Complex Variables Calculus, Fourier Analysis and Orthogonal functions, and PDES.
Cross-listed: (Same as Biomedical Engineering 501 and Aerospace Engineering 501)

SEC. 002 CRN 45256 Moeller

Required for the student not otherwise registered during any semester when student uses university facilities and/or faculty time before degree is completed.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated.
Credit Restriction: May not be used toward degree requirements.
Credit Level Restriction: Graduate credit only.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.

SEC. 001 CRN 60121 (Same as AE 001 CRN 60116 BME 001 CRN 60119)
TEXT: Data Analysis: Bayesian Tutorial; D.S. Sivia and J. Skilling; Oxford University Press; 2nd edition; ISBN 0198568312


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 3:05-4:20 E-111
PROF: Dr. Esteban Cisneros-Garibay
Provides a foundational knowledge of uncertainty and propagation, quantification methodologies. It consists of 2 modules: I: Probability Concepts, Basic Statistical Operations, and Set Operations and II: Probabilistic UQ Methods with introduction to non-Probabilistic Methods.
Cross-listed: (Same as Biomedical Engineering 504 and Mechanical Engineering 504.)

SEC. 001 CRN 44869
TEXT: TBD


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 10:20 – 11:35 E-110
PROF: Dr. Prashant Singh

Physical and mathematical formulations for Fourier heat conduction problems for lumped systems, transient and steady-state distributed systems. Solutions by separation of variables, generalized integral transforms (Fourier and Laplace) for finite and infinite domains, Green’s function method, and perturbation methods for nonlinear systems.
Recommended Background: Undergraduate heat transfer course.

SEC. 001 CRN 57105 (Same as AE 516 001 CRN 57103)
TEXT: Random Data: Analysis and Measurement Procedures; Julius S. Bendat and Allan G. Piersol;
Wiley; 4th Ed.; ISBN 978-0-470-24877-5


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 8:45 – 10:00 E-113
PROF: Dr. Phil Kreth
.
Various tools and techniques used in the analysis of random data. Data classification; statistics and probability; spectral and correlation functions; data acquisition fundamentals; input-output system models; and an introduction to modern data analysis procedures.
Cross-listed: (Same as: Aerospace Engineering 516.)
(DE) Prerequisite(s): Undergrad degree in engineering. Consent of instructor.
Recommended Background: Logic-based programming knowledge (preferably within MATLAB) and some laboratory research.

SEC. 001 CRN 49275 (Same as AE 517 001 CRN 49296)
TEXT: Course notes will be provided


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 8:45- 10:00 E-110
PROF: Dr. Reza Abedi

Modern computational theory applied to conservation principles across the engineering sciences. Weak forms, extremization, boundary conditions, discrete implementation via finite element, finite difference, finite volume methods. Asymptotic error estimates, accuracy, convergence, stability. Linear problem applications in 1, 2 and 3 dimensions, extensions to non-linearity, non-smooth data, unsteady, spectral analysis techniques, coupled equation systems. Computer projects in heat transfer, structural mechanics, mechanical vibrations, fluid mechanics, heat/mass transport.
Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 517.)
Comment(s): Bachelor’s degree in engineering or natural science required.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

SEC. 002 CRN 56480 (Same as AE 520 002 CRN 56478)
TEXT: Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics; Robert Zucker; John Wiley and Sons, Inc; 3rd edition; ISBN 9781119481706


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 1:30- 2:45 E-111
PROF: Dr. Milt Davis

Fundamentals of gas dynamics including varying area flow, flow through nozzles, standing normal shocks, Oblique shocks, flow with friction, flow with heat addition and an introduction to propulsion.
Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 520.)

SEC. 001 CRN 59908
TEXT: Materials will be provided.


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 1:30- 2:45 E-111
PROF: Dr. Peng Zhao

The objective of this course is to develop a mastery of thermodynamics from the microscopic perspective. This course will cover the kinetic theory of gases, statistical mechanics, elementary quantum mechanics, the determination of thermodynamic properties from molecular structure, and the Boltzmann equation. Advanced thermodynamic topics will also be included, such as chemical and phase equilibrium, and non-equilibrium phenomena in aero-thermo-chemical applications.
Recommended Background: Undergraduate thermodynamics.

SEC. 001 CRN 47902
TEXT: Material will be provided.


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 10:20-11:35 E-110
PROF: Dr. Reza Abedi

Mechanisms of fracture and crack growth; stress analysis; crack tip plastic zone; energy principles in fracture mechanics; fatigue-crack initiation and propagation; fracture mechanic design and fatigue life prediction. Analytical, numerical, and experimental methods for determination of stress intensity factors. Current topics in fracture mechanics.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

SEC. 001 CRN 49254
TEXT: Material will be provided.


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 10:20- 11:35 E-111
PROF: Dr. Peng Zhao

Fundamentals: thermochemistry, chemical kinetics and conservation equations; phenomenological approach to laminar flames; diffusion and premixed flame theory; single droplet combustion; deflagration and detonation theory; stabilization of combustion waves in laminar streams; flammability limits of premixed laminar flames; introduction to turbulent flames.
(DE) Prerequisite(s): 522 and 541 or consent of instructor.

SEC. 002 CRN 46169 (Same as BME 002 CRN 46165)
TEXT: Advanced Linear Algebra for Engineers with MATLAB; Sohail A. Dianat and Eli S. Saber; CRC Press; Latest Edition; ISBN 9781420095234


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 8:45- 10:00 E-111
PROF: Dr. Monty Smith

Methods of linear algebra with application to engineering problems. Systems of linear equations: matrix-vector notation, solutions to linear equations, matrix determinants, matrix inversion, Cramer’s rule, LU matrix decomposition. Vector spaces: spanning sets, vector norms, orthogonality, QR matrix decomposition, linear transformations. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors: characteristic polynomials, modal matrices, singular value decomposition. The Cayley-Hamilton theorem: matrix polynomials, functions of matrices, solutions to systems of differential and difference equations. Optimization: least-squares and weighted least- squares model.

SEC. 002 CRN 46265 (Same as AE 533 002 CRN 46264)
TEXT: TBA


TIME: Tuesday & Thursday 1:30 – 2:45 E-110
PROF: Dr. Hans Desmidt

Kinematics and dynamics of particles in three dimensions. Rotating coordinate systems. Hamilton’s
principle. Lagrange’s equations of motion. Kinematics and dynamics of rigid bodies.
Cross-listed: (Same as Mechanical Engineering 533.)
Recommended Background: 391 or Mathematics 431 and an undergraduate vibrations course.

SEC. 003 CRN 45450 (Same as AE 541 001 CRN 44635)
TEXT: TBD


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 1:30 – 2:45 E-110
PROF: Dr. Devina Pribadi Sanjay

Derivation of equations governing flow of inviscid and viscous fluids (conservation of mass, Newton’s
second law, conservation of energy). Equations of state and constitutive relations. Euler and Navier-
Stokes forms and nondimensionalization. Exact solutions and introduction to potential and boundary-
layer flows.
Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 541.)
Credit Restriction: Students cannot receive credit for both Aerospace Engineering 511 and
Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering 541.
Recommended Background: A fluid mechanics course.

SEC. 001 CRN 44877
TEXT: Elements of Propulsion- Gas Turbines and Rockets; Mattingly and Boyer; AIAA Education Series; 2nd edition, 2016; ISBN 9781624103711


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 10:20- 11:35 E-111
PROF: Dr. Milt Davis

Ideal cycle analysis of turbine engines, real cycle analysis, component performance analysis, component design and systems integration (inlets, nozzles, combustors, compressors, turbines), flowthrough theory, turbine engine component matching, transient operation, surge and rotating stall, engine control systems, structural considerations.
Comment(s): First-year graduate standing required.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

SEC. 001 CRN 43153 Gragston
002 CRN 43154 Johnson
003 CRN 44883 Kreth
004 CRN 45257 Moeller
005 CRN 45258 Palies
006 CRN 45259 Schmisseur
007 CRN 45260 Zhao
008 CRN 45261 Hossain

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours.
Comment(s): Enrollment limited to students in problems option.
Registration Permission: Consent of advisor.

SEC. 001 CRN 43155
TEXT: None


TIME: Will be announced through email
PROF: Dr. Trevor Moeller

All phases of mechanical engineering, reports on current research at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and the University of Tennessee Space Institute.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 20 hours

SEC. 003 CRN 47102 (Same as AE 599 006 CRN 47884)
TEXT: (1) System Engineering Management; Blanchard, B. and Blyler,J. John Wiley and Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey; 5th edition; 2016 ISBN 9781119225317 (ePDF), ISBN 9781119225324 (ePub), ISBN 9781119047827 (hardcopy)
(2) Integrating Program Management and Systems Engineering: Methods, Tools, and Organizational Systems for Improving Performance; Rebentisch, E; John Wiley and Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey; 1st edition; 2017; ISBN 9781119259145 (ePDF), ISBN 9781119259152 (ePub), ISBN 9781119258926 (hardcopy)


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 10:20- 11:35 E-113
PROF: Dr. Colette de la Barre

This course examines the application of systems engineering principles, methods and tools on complex development programs where a systems thinking approach is needed. Case studies are used throughout the course work to provide real-world examples and the associated lessons learned from industry and government programs. Systems engineering focuses on defining customer needs and required functionality early in the development cycle, documenting requirements, then proceeding with design synthesis and system validation while considering all aspects of the product lifecycle including cost, schedule, test, manufacturing, performance, operations, and end-of-life. This course emphasizes the strong linkage between systems engineering and program management and the need to integrate these disciplines to improve complex program performance. The course concludes with a call-to-action to become the engineering change-agents needed today to improve program performance on complex development programs.

SEC. 004 CRN 50455 (Same as AE 002 CRN 42482)
TEXT: Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction; William D. Callister Jr., David G. Rethwisch


TIME: Monday & Wednesday 3:05- 4:20 E-113
PROF: Dr. Delower Hossain

Emphasizes essential concepts such as atomic structure and bonding, crystallography, defects, diffusion, phase transformations, and structure-property-processing relationships. These fundamentals form the scientific basis for advanced material systems, including nanomaterials, composites, and semiconductors. Biomaterials, energy material, and functional materials

SEC. 015 CRN 43174 Gragston
016 CRN 43175 Johnson
018 CRN 43177 Kreth
019 CRN 43178 Moeller
026 CRN 43185 Palies
027 CRN 43186 Schmisseur
028 CRN 43187 Zhao
029 CRN 46784 Hossain

Grading Restriction: P/NP only.
Repeatability: May be repeated.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.

SEC. 002 CRN 48588
TEXT: TBD


TIME: TBD
PROF: Dr. Kivanc Ekici

Methods of planning and conducting original research and proposal writing.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: Maximum 6 hours. May be repeated once.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – doctoral student.
Registration Permission: Departmental approval.