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Registration Announcement Spring 2025

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

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411 B. H Goethert Parkway
Tullahoma, TN 37388

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

Aerospace Engineering

SEC.                
001      CRN     33731               Acharya
002      CRN     33732               Gragston
003    CRN     33733               Johnson
004      CRN     33734               Kreth
005      CRN     33735               Moeller
012      CRN     23948               Palies
013      CRN     23949               Schmisseur
014      CRN     23950               Zhao

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

SEC.                003      CRN 23959                  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 36867 (Same as ME 504 005 CRN 36872 & BME 504 003 CRN 36869)

TEXT: None
TIME:  Monday & Wednesday  11:55 – 1:10   E-113                                                              
PROF: Ragini Acharya

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     23960

TEXT:  Viscous Fluid Flow; Frank M. White; McGraw Hill; 3rd Edition; ISBN 0072402318
TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday  3:05 – 4:20    Online
PROF: Mark Gragston

Derivation of fundamental equations of compressible viscous flow; boundary conditions for viscous heat-conducting flow; exact solutions for Newtonian viscous flow (Navier-Stokes) equations for special cases; similarity solutions. Thermal boundary layers, stability of laminar flows, transition to turbulence, 2-D turbulent boundary layer equations. Incompressible-turbulent mean flow, and compressible boundary layer flow.

Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

SEC.   001      CRN    29482  

TEXT:  Instrumentation, Measurements, and Experiments in Fluids; E. Rathakrishnan; 2nd edition. I do also reference from the following texts:

  • Introduction to Engineering Experimentation; A. Wheeler & A. Ganji; 3rd edition
  • Fluid Mechanics Measurements; R. Goldstein; 2nd edition
  • Experimental Aerodynamics; S. Discetti and A. Ianiro

TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday    3:05- 4:20           E-113
PROF:  Phil Kreth

Experimental methodology and techniques emphasizing measurements in high-speed flows; wind tunnel facilities; data acquisition principles; modern optical and laser diagnostics (e.g., schlieren, pressure-sensitive paint, particle image velocimetry, molecular tagging velocimetry).

Recommended Background: Undergraduate courses in fluid mechanics / fluid dynamics, system dynamics, and compressible flows

SEC. 002      CRN    28686 (Same as BME 518 002 CRN 28688 & ME 004 CRN 35483)

TEXT:  TBA    
TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday       8:45- 10:00              E-110
PROF:  Kivanc Ekici

Finite difference and finite volume techniques for solving compressible and incompressible fluid flow problems. Classification of partial differential equations and their discrete approximations. Explicit and Implicit techniques for solving unsteady Euler and Navier-Stokes equations including finite volume and finite difference formulations. Formulation of boundary conditions, artificial viscosity and multigrid acceleration. Stability analysis and convergence. Grid generation.

Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 518; Biomedical Engineering 518.)

SEC                 001      CRN 38341

TEXT:  Modern Compressible Flow: With Historical Perspective; John D. Anderson; 3rd edition. I also reference from Gas Dynamics; James E. John & Theo G. Keith; 3rd edition.

TIME:  Monday & Wednesday     8:45- 10:00            E-113

PROF: Phil Kreth

One-dimensional internal and external flow; waves; small perturbation theory; slender body theory; similarity rules; method of characteristics.

SEC                 001      CRN 36832                  (Same as ME 526 002 CRN 37097)

TEXT:  Stabilization and Dynamic of Premixed Swirling Flames; Paul Palies; Elsevier Academic Press;  1st Edition; ISBN 978-0-12-819996-1
TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday    10:20-11:35       E-113
PROF:  Paul Palies

Focuses on combustion dynamics and unsteady combustion process in gas turbine engines for commercial aviation. The goal is to describe the fundamentals of combustion processes at work in these propulsion systems including turbulent combustion and combustion instability. A major emphasis is on flame stabilization and combustion dynamics. Flame stabilization includes non-reacting flow processes and chemical reactions complexities associated to the flame front which are described. Combustion dynamics include phenomenon such as flashback, combustion oscillation, and blowoff. Elements of analytical, computational modeling and experimental measurements in the field are introduced and discussed. The operation and principles of gas turbines engines are also described. Finally, the perspective for research and development are outlined and include clean propulsion, sustainable aviation fuel, premixed combustion, and hydrogen combustion. Some of the materials presented in this course are also relevant to other combustion and propulsion systems (fighter aircraft and rocket engines) and will be discussed too.
Cross-listed: (Same as Mechanical Engineering 526.)
Recommended Background: Mechanical Engineering 525 – Combustion and Chemically Reacting Flows I.

SEC.                001      CRN    38202 (Same as ME 528 001 CRN 38204)         

TEXT:  Applied Partial Differential Equations; 5th Edition; Haberman, Richard; Pearson Modern Classic; ISBN 978-0-13-499543-4

TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday   8:45- 10:00        E-111              

PROF:  Monty Smith

Mathematical and numerical solutions to classic problems in partial differential equations and their physical interpretation. Topics to be covered include: the heat equation, separation of variables methods, Fourier series, vibrating strings and membranes, the wave equation, Sturm-Liouville eigenvalue and eigenfunction problems, and introduction to finite difference methods.

Cross-listed: (Same as Mechanical Engineering 528.)

SEC.                001      CRN 30283

TEXT:  Foundations of Plasma Dynamics; E.H. Holt and R.E. Haskell; The Macmillan Co.; 1965

(Please contact the instructor if you cannot find book at reasonable cost.)

TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday        1:30- 2:45          E-113

PROF: Dr. Trevor Moeller

Fundamental concepts of plasma including electromagnetic theory, collision processes, kinetic theory, microscopic and macroscopic descriptions, transport properties, and magnetohydrodynamic analysis.

Recommended Background: Vector calculus and graduate fluid mechanics.

Registration Permission: Consent of Instructor.

SEC.               
001      CRN    23965               Acharya
002      CRN    33737               Gragston
003      CRN    33738               Johnson
004      CRN    33739               Kreth
005      CRN    33740               Moeller
007      CRN    25292               Palies
012      CRN    35544               Schmisseur
013      CRN    35545               Zhao   

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

SEC.                001      CRN    23969               (Same as ME 599 002 CRN 26621)

TEXT:  None

TIME:  Monday & Wednesday         3:05- 4:20                 E-113

PROF:  Ragini Acharya

“Hypersonics” is a general term used to describe flight at speeds greater than Mach 5 (or five times the sound speed). The technologies associated with hypersonic flight have been investigated for many decades and applications of hypersonic systems currently include ballistic missiles, re-entry vehicles, launch vehicles, and interceptor missiles. There is currently a resurgence in interest in new hypersonic applications for weapon applications, reusable aircraft, and reusable space launchers. With a view towards the history of Hypersonics and developing worldwide trends, this course provides a survey of hypersonic technologies, systems and applications while addressing the underlying fundamental physics, analysis approaches, and design methodologies.

SEC.               
010      CRN    23980               Acharya
013      CRN    23983               Gragston
015      CRN    25295               Johnson
016      CRN    33741               Kreth
017      CRN    33742               Moeller
018      CRN    35547               Palies
019      CRN    35548               Schmisseur
020      CRN    35549               Zhao

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

SEC.                002      CRN    28551

TEXT:  TBD
TIME:  TBD
PROF:  Jeffrey Reinbolt

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.

SEC.                004      CRN    26835                                      

TEXT:    Hypersonic and High-Temperature Gas Dynamics; John Anderson; AIAA Education Series; 2nd Edition; ISBN 9781624105142

TIME:    Monday, Wednesday & Friday       3:10 – 4:00             Online

PROF:  Mark Gragston

Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 9 hours.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

SEC.                010      CRN 36398

TEXT: None
TIME:  Monday & Wednesday     1:30 – 2:45     E-113
PROF:  Ragini Acharya

Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 9 hours.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

Biomedical Engineering

SEC.                012      CRN    25804               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    83605               Johnson

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.                003      CRN 36869 (Same as AE 504 001 CRN 36867 & ME 504 005 CRN 36872)

TEXT: None
TIME:  Monday & Wednesday  11:55 – 1:10       E-113                                                              
PROF:  Ragini Acharya

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 Aerospace Engineering 504 and Mechanical Engineering 504.)

SEC.                 001      CRN 33064

TEXT:  None   

TIME:  Monday, Wednesday & Friday                                       10:20- 11:20                                                                                         Online

PROF:  Jacqueline Johnson

Carbon is the basis of life; as such biomedical engineering students have the ability to study this element along with associated biological applications. Diamond-like carbon has potential as a coating for orthopedic implants. Nano-crystalline diamond can be used as a biosensor. Carbon nanotubes have applications in pharmacy and medicine due to their large surface area. Carbon is a suitable coating for magnetic nanoparticles, which can be used for hyperthermia and magnetic resonance imaging. In summary, the ability of carbon to enhance medical diagnostics and treatment is wide-ranging and not fully exploited. Students will learn current applications of carbon in medicine and be able to project future uses once this course is completed.

SEC.                002      CRN    28688 (Same as AE 002 CRN 28686 & ME 004 CRN 35483)

TEXT:  TBA    

TIME:  Monday & Wednesday    8:45- 10:00              Online

PROF:  Kivanc Ekici

Finite difference and finite volume techniques for solving compressible and incompressible fluid flow problems. Classification of partial differential equations and their discrete approximations. Explicit and Implicit techniques for solving unsteady Euler and Navier-Stokes equations including finite volume and finite difference formulations. Formulation of boundary conditions, artificial viscosity and multigrid acceleration. Stability analysis and convergence. Grid generation.

Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 518; Biomedical Engineering 518.)

SEC.                002      CRN    33260

TEXT:  TBD
TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday   1:30 – 2:45  Online
PROF:  Sara Hanrahan

Develop an understanding of cell-cell interactions and the role of the extracellular matrix in the structure and function of normal and pathological tissues. Topics include the harvesting of stem cells from specific tissues, the use of artificial and natural scaffolds in three-dimensional tissue culture, and the role of maintaining the stem cell state in culture.

(DE) Prerequisite(s): 503, 511, 521.

SEC.                002      CRN    36874

TEXT:  TBA

TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday        7:10- 8:25                    Online

PROF:  Sara Hanrahan

An engineering approach to systems-level functions of the human nervous system as well as the current and emerging neurotechnologies to restore neural functions lost by disease or injury. Ethical considerations and clinical application challenges including relevant regulatory (FDA) guidelines and chronic viability of promising technologies.

Credit Restriction: Students cannot receive credit for both Biomedical Engineering 483 and 583.

SEC.                001      CRN 26717     

TEXT:  TBA

TIME: TBA

PROF:  Jackie Johnson

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.

Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours.

Comment(s): Enrollment is limited to students in the non-thesis option.

Credit Level Restriction: Graduate credit only.

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

Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

SEC.                011      CRN  25805                 Johnson

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

SEC.                002      CRN    28552

TEXT:  TBD
TIME:  TBD
PROF:  Jeffrey Reinbolt

Intensive, individualized experience in reviewing literature, evaluating experimental or theoretical methods, planning a research project, and presenting research project plans orally and in writing.

Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: Maximum 6 hours. May be repeated once.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate. PhD students only.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

Mechanical Engineering

SEC.               
001      CRN    21580               Acharya
021      CRN    21600               Gragston
022      CRN    21601               Johnson           
023      CRN    21602               Kreth
024      CRN    21603               Moeller
025      CRN    21604               Palies
026      CRN    21605               Schmisseur
034      CRN    25526               Zhao

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    25081               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.                005      CRN 36872 (Same as AE 504 001 CRN 36867 & BME 504 003 CRN 36869)

TEXT: None
TIME:  Monday & Wednesday 11:55 – 1:10     E-113 
PROF:  Ragini Acharya

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 Aerospace Engineering 504.)

SEC.                003      CRN    36875

TEXT:  TBD
TIME:  Monday & Wednesday    10:20- 11:35          E-110
PROF:  Damiano Baccarella

Models and equations for fluid motion, the general energy equation, and transport properties. Exact, approximate, and boundary layer solutions for laminar flow heat transfer problems. Heat transfer in internal and external forced and buoyancy driven flows. Application of similarity concepts and analogies to convection heat transfer.

Recommended Background: Undergraduate heat transfer course.

SEC.                004      CRN    35483 (Same as AE 002 CRN 28686 & BME 002 CRN 28688)

TEXT:  TBA    

TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday           8:45- 10:00            E-110

PROF:  Kivanc Ekici

Finite difference and finite volume techniques for solving compressible and incompressible fluid flow problems. Classification of partial differential equations and their discrete approximations. Explicit and Implicit techniques for solving unsteady Euler and Navier-Stokes equations including finite volume and finite difference formulations. Formulation of boundary conditions, artificial viscosity and multigrid acceleration. Stability analysis and convergence. Grid generation.

Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 518; Biomedical Engineering 518.)

Recommended Background: Fluid mechanics, differential equations, and compressible flows.

Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

SEC.                001      CRN    21618

TEXT:  Introduction to Physical Gas Dynamics; Walter G. Vincenti and Charles H. Kruger; Krieger                                             Publishing Company; 2nd Edition, 1975, 1986, 2002 reprint; ISBN 0882753096

TIME: Tuesday & Thursday            10:20- 11:35             E-111     

PROF:  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.                002      CRN    37097               (Same as AE 526 001 CRN 36832)

TEXT:  Stabilization and Dynamic of Premixed Swirling Flames; Paul Palies; Elsevier Academic Press;  1st Edition; ISBN 978-0-12-819996-1
TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday  10:20 – 11:35  E-113
PROF:  Paul Palies

Focuses on combustion dynamics and unsteady combustion process in gas turbine engines for commercial aviation. The goal is to describe the fundamentals of combustion processes at work in these propulsion systems including turbulent combustion and combustion instability. A major emphasis is on flame stabilization and combustion dynamics. Flame stabilization includes non-reacting flow processes and chemical reactions complexities associated to the flame front which are described. Combustion dynamics include phenomenon such as flashback, combustion oscillation, and blowoff. Elements of analytical, computational modeling and experimental measurements in the field are introduced and discussed. The operation and principles of gas turbines engines are also described. Finally, the perspective for research and development are outlined and include clean propulsion, sustainable aviation fuel, premixed combustion, and hydrogen combustion. Some of the materials presented in this course are also relevant to other combustion and propulsion systems (fighter aircraft and rocket engines) and will be discussed too.

Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 526.)
Recommended Background: Mechanical Engineering 525 – Combustion and Chemically Reacting Flows I.

SEC.                001      CRN    38204   (Same as AE 528 001 CRN 38202)

TEXT:  Applied Partial Differential Equations; 5th Edition; Haberman, Richard; Pearson Modern  Classic; ISBN 978-0-13-499543-4

TIME:  Tuesday & Thursday            8:45- 10:00                     E-111                                         

PROF:  Monty Smith

Mathematical and numerical solutions to classic problems in partial differential equations and their physical interpretation. Topics to be covered include: the heat equation, separation of variables methods, Fourier series, vibrating strings and membranes, the wave equation, Sturm-Liouville eigenvalue and eigenfunction problems, and introduction to finite difference methods.

Cross-listed: (Same as Aerospace Engineering 528.)

SEC.                001      CRN 38201

TEXT:  Elements of Propulsion: Gas Turbines and Rockets; Jack D. Mattingly and Keith M. Boyer; 2nd Ed.-2016; AIAA Education Series; ISBN 978-1-62410-371-1

TIME:  Monday & Wednesday    10:20- 11:35            E-111

PROF:  Milt Davis

This course will provide an in-depth analysis of rotating component performance for compressors and turbines.  Compressor and turbine analysis will include:  the Euler turbomachinery equation, velocity triangles, degree of reaction, blade performance and efficiency, and stage loading.  Axial and centrifugal turbomachines will be analyzed.   This course will further examine non-rotating turbine engine components, inlets, nozzles and combustors/augmentors. The course will emphasize the underlying theory and the use of numerical simulations as tools for use in analyzing gas turbine engine/component performance. Only for Independent Study, Special Topics or Advanced Topics.  Please submit supporting documents with form.

SEC.               
002      CRN    21626               Acharya
003      CRN    25514               Gragston
005      CRN    25515               Johnson           
006      CRN    25516               Kreth
007      CRN    25517               Moeller
008      CRN    25518               Palies
009      CRN    25519               Schmisseur
010      CRN    25520               Zhao

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.                 002      CRN     26621               (Same as AE 599 001 CRN 23969)

TEXT:  None

TIME:  Monday & Wednesday              3:05- 4:20          E-113

PROF:  Ragini Acharya

“Hypersonics” is a general term used to describe flight at speeds greater than Mach 5 (or five times the sound speed). The technologies associated with hypersonic flight have been investigated for many decades and applications of hypersonic systems currently include ballistic missiles, re-entry vehicles, launch vehicles, and interceptor missiles. There is currently a resurgence in interest in new hypersonic applications for weapon applications, reusable aircraft, and reusable space launchers. With a view towards the history of Hypersonics and developing worldwide trends, this course provides a survey of hypersonic technologies, systems and applications while addressing the underlying fundamental physics, analysis approaches, and design methodologies.

SEC.               

015      CRN    21645               Acharya
016      CRN    21646               Gragston                      
018      CRN    21648               Johnson           
019      CRN    21649               Kreth   
027      CRN    21657               Moeller
028      CRN    21658               Palies
029      CRN    25522               Schmisseur
030      CRN    25523               Zhao

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

SEC.                002      CRN    28553

TEXT:  TBD
TIME:  TBD
PROF: Jeffrey Reinbolt

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.