MECH_ENG 390-0
Intro to Dynamic Systems
Modeling the dynamic behavior of physical systems. Concepts of causality, dependent and independent storages, and state. Introduction to bond graphs. Generation of state equations; analytical and computer simulation of system behavior. Application to problems of engineering interest.
2026 Fall
Topics
- Many engineering components can be described in terms of energy. Resistors and dashpots dissipate energy. Springs, masses, capacitors, and inductors store energy but do not generate it or dissipate it. Still other components such as gears, levers and motors convert energy from one form to another. In this course you will learn how complex engineering systems can be described in terms of small number of basic energetic components. ME 390 considers especially the dynamic behavior of engineering systems, including descriptors such as time constants, natural frequency and damping ratio, and frequency response.
Prerequisites & course information
Prerequisites: MECH_ENG 241-0 ; CIV_ENV 216-0 ; GEN_ENG 205-4 . SoC Mathematics, Science, and Technology Distro
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027
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- Official class description ↗2026 Fall
Catalogue variants
- Intro to Dynamic Systems · 1 Unit · Undergraduate