Hybrid Electric Vehicle Curriculum (HEV)

Hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) will be studied and simulated using advanced powertrain component analysis and modeling. An in-depth analysis and study of power flows, losses and energy usage are examined for isolated powertrain components and HEV configurations. Simulation tools will be developed and applied to specify powertrain and vehicle components and to develop control and calibration for a constrained optimization to vehicle technical specifications.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4295 or ME 4295

Fundamentals of circuits for electrical energy processing. Covers switching converter principles for dc-dc, ac-dc, and dc-ac power conversion. Other topics include harmonics, pulse-width modulation, feedback control, magnetic components and power semiconductors.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 3120 and (EE 3130(C) or EE 3131)

Advanced electromechanics of rotating and linear machines. Topics include dynamic analysis of machines, reference frame transformations, reduced order models, models of mechanical loads, power electric drives for motors, and digital simulation of machines and electric drive systems. Applications discussed will include renewable energy and electric propulsion systems.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, in odd years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate

Hybrid electric vehicle analysis will be developed and applied to examine the operation, integration, and design of powertrain components. Model based simulation and design is applied to determine vehicle performance measures in comparison to vehicle technical specifications. Power flows, losses, energy usage, and drive quality are examined over drive-cycles via application of these tools.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering, College of Computing; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 2700 or ME 2700 or EE 2112 or Graduate Status >= 1

This course will develop the models and techniques needed to predict the performance of a road vehicle during drive off, braking, ride, and steering maneuvers. Topics to be covered include: acceleration and braking performance, power train architecture, vehicle handling, suspension modeling, tire models, and steering control. Matlab, Adams Car, and Amesim, will be used as computational tools.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering; Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 3400 or ME 3400 or EE 3261

This course will develop advanced nonlinear models to predict vehicle dynamic response of road vehicles by means of Matlab Simulink environment. Topics covered by this course include advanced tire modeling, powertrain modeling, lateral dynamics and vertical dynamics.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering

The behavior and application of batteries will be examined by introducing concepts from thermodynamics, materials science, transport processes and equivalent circuits. The non-ideal power source behavior of rechargeable batteries in applications will be treated using electrolyte: electrode transport and electrode materials chemistry. Prior exposure to freshman chemistry, elementary electrical circuits, and elementary transport theory is assumed.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, in even years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Environmental Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engrg, Applied Physics, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Geophysics; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior

Hybrid electric vehicle analysis will be developed and applied to examine the operation, integration, and design of powertrain components. Model based simulation and design is applied to determine vehicle performance measures in comparison to vehicle technical specifications. Power flows, losses, energy usage, and drive quality are examined over drive-cycles via application of these tools.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering, College of Computing; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 2700 or ME 2700 or EE 2112 or Graduate Status >= 1

This hands-on course examines vehicle electrification from a power and energy perspective. Topics include powertrain architecture, vehicle and component testing, fuel consumption, aerodynamics and rolling resistance, engines, batteries, electric machines, and power electronics. The course culminates with the study of system interactions with emphasis on idle reduction and regenerative braking as mechanisms for increasing fuel economy.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior

Designing energy storage solutions for grid, vehicle, and portable/autonomous systems. Quantitative and qualitative analysis of energy storage aging, cost, and performance improvement.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering

This hands-on course examines challenges with powertrain integration in vehicle electrification. Topics include Vehicle Development Process, Thermal Management, Vehicle Controls, Safety, Calibration, and Vehicle Simulation Models. The course project includes optimizing performance of an electrified vehicle through modeling and experimentation.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4296(C) or EE 4296(C)

This course introduces embedded control system design using model-based approach. Course topics include model-based embedded control system design, discrete-event control, sensors, actuators, electronic control unit, digital controller design, and communications protocols. Prior knowledge of hybrid electric vehicles are highly recommended.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4775 or ME 4775 or EE 4261 or EE 3261

Automotive systems for light duty vehicles are examined from the perspectives of requirements, design, technical, and economic analysis for advanced mobility needs. This course links the content for the automotive systems graduate certificate in controls, powertrain, vehicle dynamics, connected and autonomous vehicles.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Automotive Systems & Controls, Hybrid Elec. Drive Vehicle Eng, Mechanical Engineering

Provides a thorough understanding of how electric machines can be used to drive loads with control of speed, torque and position. Topics include basic electro-mechanics, rotating machinery, dc machines, ac machines, power electronics and load modeling. Applications include industrial systems, hybrid/electric vehicles and electric power systems.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): (EE 2112 or EE 3010) and EE 3120

Provides a hands on understanding of how electric machines can be used to drive loads with control of speed, torque, and position. Topics include basic electro-mechanics, rotating machineer, dc machines, ac machines, power electronics, and load modeling.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 4219(C)

Covers power transmission line parameters and applications, symmetrical components, transformer and load representations, systems faults and protection, and the per unit system.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 3120 and (EE 2112 or EE 3010)

Topics covered include symmetrical components; symmetrical faults; unbalanced faults; generating the bus impedance matrix and using it in fault studies; power system protection; power system operation; power system stability.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 4221

Fundamentals of circuits for electrical energy processing. Covers switching converter principles for dc-dc, ac-dc, and dc-ac power conversion. Other topics include harmonics, pulse-width modulation, feedback control, magnetic components and power semiconductors.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 3120 and (EE 3130(C) or EE 3131)

Advanced analysis and simulation methods for load flow, symmetrical components, short circuit studies, optimal system operation, stability, and transient analysis. Application of commonly used software reinforces concepts and provides practical insights.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineer; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 4222

Advanced electromechanics of rotating and linear machines. Topics include dynamic analysis of machines, reference frame transformations, reduced order models, models of mechanical loads, power electric drives for motors, and digital simulation of machines and electric drive systems. Applications discussed will include renewable energy and electric propulsion systems.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, in odd years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate

Real-time monitoring and protection of modern power systems. Secure and reliable operation of radial and grid systems. Protection of transmission lines, buses, generators, motors, transformers, and other equipment against disturbances.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring, in even years
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 4221 and EE 4222(C)

Advanced topics of circuits for electrical energy processing. Covers switching converter principles for dc-dc, ac-dc, and dc-ac power conversion. Other topics include harmonics, pulse-width modulation, classical feedback control, nonlinear control, magnetic components, power semiconductors, and digital simulation.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, in even years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
• Pre-Requisite(s): EE 4227

Study of advanced engineering and economic algorithms and analysis techniques for the planning, operation, and control of the electric power system from generation through transmission to distribution.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: On Demand
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineer

Selected topics of current interest.

• Credits: variable to 4.0; May be repeated
• Semesters Offered: On Demand
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineer

Introduces fundamentals of energy conversion and storage. Topics include fossil and nuclear fuels, thermodynamic power cycles, solar energy, photovoltaics, and energy storage.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 3201 or ME 3201 or CM 3230 or ENG 3200 or CEE 3200 or MSE 3100

This course focuses on the application of the first and second laws of thermodynamics to gas power cycles, vapor and combined power cycles, refrigeration cycles, gas mixture properties, gas-vapor mixtures and air-conditioning, and reacting mixtures (combustion).

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 3201(C) or ME 3201(C)

This course teaches the operational principles of spark-ignition and compression-ignition internal combustion engines through the application of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer. Course studies engine performance, efficiency, and emissions using cycle-based analysis, combustion thermochemistry, and compressible fluid flow.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 3201 or ME 3201

Fuel cell basics, operation principles and performance analysis. Emphasis on component materials and transport phenomena on proton exchange membrane fuel cells along with other types of fuel cells. Hydrogen production, transportation, and storage. Balance of plant and systems analysis.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering; Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Senior
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 3201 or CM 3110 or ME 3201

SI engines are examined through labs, lectures, and dynamometer testing. Focus on applied aspects; performance metrics, thermochemistry, combustion, fuel and air systems, variable valve actuation, and turbocharging. Covers advanced cycles like Miller/Atkinson and prechamber concepts.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Summer, in odd years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ME 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

Diesel engine operation through lectures, labs, and dynamometer testing are studied. Topics include performance metrics, thermochemistry, combustion, fuel injection, air handling, EGR, and aftertreatment. it also addresses the impact of emissions standards on engine design.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Summer, in even years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ME 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

Spark-ignition engine control and calibration are examined through lectures, labs, and hands-on activities. Examines sensors, actuators, torque, and combustion management. Covers combustion phasing, lambda, valve timing, knock, emissions control, calibration, and OBD.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Summer, in odd years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ME 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

Diesel engine control and calibration are examined through lectures, labs, and hands-on activities. Examines sensors, actuators, torque, combustion, and emissions management. Fuel injection control and air/EGR charge management and their impact on load, combustion, and emissions.

• Credits: 1.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
• Semesters Offered: Summer, in even years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ME 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

Fuel cell basics, operation principles and advanced performance analysis. Emphasis on component materials and two-phase transport phenomena on proton exchange membrane fuel cells. Hydrogen production, transportation, and storage. Balance of plant and systems analysis.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering

Examination of current technology SI and diesel engines through the study of actuators, in-cylinder processes, cylinder pressure analysis, and cycle simulation. Additional topics of interest based on student input.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring, in odd years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): (MEEM 4220 or ME 4220) and (MEEM 4201(C) or ME 4201(C) or MEEM 5212(C))

Experimentation and testing of engines and propulsion systems through instruction and structured labs. Study and application of data acquisition systems. Investigation of transducers, calibration, signal conditioning, and noise for combustion, power, performance, efficiency, and emissions.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-2)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4220(C) or ME 4220(C)

This course aims to provide an understanding of drivers as a system component in the operation of vehicles and other transportation systems. Topics covered include human factors, driver-vehicle interaction, intelligent transportation systems, connected vehicle technology, and user interface.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Spring
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ME 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

This course will develop advanced nonlinear models to predict vehicle dynamic response of road vehicles by means of Matlab Simulink environment. Topics covered by this course include advanced tire modeling, powertrain modeling, lateral dynamics and vertical dynamics.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Review of basic statistical concepts. Models for testing significance of one or many factors. Reducing experimental effort by incomplete blocks, and Latin squares. Factorial and fractional factorial designs. Response surface analysis for optimal response.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ME 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

Provides introductory concepts to optimization methods and theory. Covers the fundamentals of optimization, which is central to any problem involving engineering decision making. Provides the tools to select the best alternative for specific objectives.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ME 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

Assessment of measurement system requirements: transducers, conditioners, and displays of dynamic measurands. Time-, frequency-, probabilistic-, and correlative-domain approaches to dynamic signal analysis: sampled data, discrete Fourier transforms, digital filtering, estimation errors, system identification, calibration, recording. Introduction to wavelet analysis. All concepts reinforced in laboratory and simulation exercises.

• Credits: 4.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-3)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering, College of Computing
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ME 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

Overview of linear algebra, modern control; state-based design of linear systems, observability, controllability, pole placement, observer design, stability theory of linear time-varying systems, Lyapunov stability, optimal control, linear quadratic regulator, Kalman filter,

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 3750 or ME 3750 or EE 3261

Covers development of Cartesian tensors and indicial notation applied to vector analysis; analysis of stress, principal stresses, invariants, strain tensors, material derivatives, and continuity equations; basic conservation laws and constitutive relationships; the theory of elasticity, including 2-D problems in plane stress/strain, stress functions, and 3-D problems with polar symmetry.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering
• Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ME 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

The behavior and application of batteries will be examined by introducing concepts from thermodynamics, materials science, transport processes and equivalent circuits. The non-ideal power source behavior of rechargeable batteries in applications will be treated using electrolyte: electrode transport and electrode materials chemistry. Prior exposure to freshman chemistry, elementary electrical circuits, and elementary transport theory is assumed.

• Credits: 3.0
• Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
• Semesters Offered: Fall, in even years
• Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following College(s): College of Engineering; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Environmental Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engrg, Applied Physics, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Geophysics; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior