Mit

Fluid Mechanics and Combustion
2.20 Marine Hydrodynamics

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Graduate (Fall)
Prereq: 1.060B, 2.006, 2.06, or 2.016
Units: 4-1-7
Lecture: TR1-2.30 (1-246) Recitation: W11 (1-371) or W1 (1-132) or W4 (1-132) +f
inal
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The fundamentals of fluid mechanics are developed in the context of naval archit
ecture and ocean science and engineering. Transport theorem and conservation pri
nciples. Navier-Stokes' equation. Dimensional analysis. Ideal and potential flow
s. Vorticity and Kelvin's theorem. Hydrodynamic forces in potential flow, D'Alem
bert's paradox, added-mass, slender-body theory. Viscous-fluid flow, laminar and
turbulent boundary layers. Model testing, scaling laws. Application of potentia
l theory to surface waves, energy transport, wave/body forces. Linearized theory
of lifting surfaces. Experimental project in the towing tank or propeller tunne
l.
D. K. P. Yue
Textbooks (Fall 2015)
2.22 Design Principles for Ocean Vehicles
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Graduate (Spring)
Prereq: 2.20
Units: 3-3-6
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Design tools for analysis of linear systems and random processes related to ocea
n vehicles; description of ocean environment including random waves, ocean wave
spectra and their selection; short and long term wave statistics; and ocean curr
ents. Advanced hydrodynamics for design of ocean vehicles and offshore structure
s including wave forces on towed and moored structures; inertia vs. drag dominat
ed flows; vortex induced vibrations of offshore structures; ship seakeeping and
sensitivity of seakeeping performance. Design exercises in application of princi
ples. Several laboratory exercises emphasizing modern measurement techniques, mo
del testing, and flow diagnostic tools.
M. S. Triantafyllou
2.23 Hydrofoils and Propellers
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Not offered academic year 2015-2016Graduate (Fall); first half of term
Prereq: 2.20, 18.085
Units: 2-0-4
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Reviews the theory and design of hydrofoil sections; lifting and thickness probl
ems for sub-cavitating sections and unsteady flow problems. Covers lifting line
and lifting surface theory with applications to hydrofoil craft, rudder, control
surface, propeller and wind turbine rotor design. Topics include propeller lift
ing line and lifting surface theory; wake adapted propellers, steady and unstead
y propeller thrust and torque; waterjets; performance analysis and design of win
d turbine rotors. Presents numerical principles of vortex lattice and lifting su
rface panel methods. Projects illustrate the development of theoretical and comp
utational methods for lifting, propulsion and wind turbine applications.
P. D. Sclavounos
2.24[J] Ocean Wave Interaction with Ships and Offshore Energy Systems
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Not offered academic year 2015-2016Graduate (Spring)
(Same subject as 1.692[J])
Prereq: 2.20, 18.085
Units: 4-0-8
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Surface wave theory, conservation laws and boundary conditions, properties of re
gular surface waves and random ocean waves. Linearized theory of floating body d
ynamics, kinematic and dynamic free surface conditions, body boundary conditions
. Simple harmonic motions. Diffraction and radiation problems, added mass and da
mping matrices. General reciprocity identities on diffraction and radiation. Shi
p wave resistance theory, Kelvin wake physics, ship seakeeping in regular and ra
ndom waves. Discusses point wave energy absorbers, beam sea and head-sea devises
, oscillating water column device and Well's turbine. Discusses offshore floatin
g energy systems and their interaction with ambient waves, current and wind, inc
luding oil and gas platforms, liquefied natural gas (LNG) vessels and floating w
ind turbines. Homework drawn from real-world applications.
P. D. Sclavounos
2.25 Fluid Mechanics
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Graduate (Fall)
Prereq: 2.006 or 2.06; Coreq: 18.075 or 18.085
Units: 4-0-8
URL: http://web.mit.edu/2.25/www/
Lecture: TR11-12.30 (10-250) Recitation: W11 (1-135) or R3 (5-217) or R4 (5-217)
+final
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Survey of principal concepts and methods of fluid dynamics. Mass conservation, m
omentum, and energy equations for continua. Navier-Stokes equation for viscous f
lows. Similarity and dimensional analysis. Lubrication theory. Boundary layers a
nd separation. Circulation and vorticity theorems. Potential flow. Introduction
to turbulence. Lift and drag. Surface tension and surface tension driven flows.
A. F. Ghoniem, A. E. Hosoi, G. H. McKinley, A. T. Patera
2.26[J] Advanced Fluid Dynamics
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Prereq: 18.085; 2.25 or permission of instructor.
Units: 4-0-8
URL: http://web.mit.edu/2.26/www/index.html
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Fundamentals of fluid dynamics intrinsic to natural physical phenomena and/or en
gineering processes. Discusses a range of topics and advanced problem-solving te
chniques. Sample topics include brief review of basic laws of fluid motion, scal
ing and approximations, creeping flows, boundary layers in high-speed flows, ste
ady and transient, similarity method of solution, buoyancy-driven convection in
porous media, dispersion in steady or oscillatory flows, physics and mathematics
of linearized instability, effects of shear and stratification. In alternate ye
ars, two of the following modules will be offered: I: Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
of Coastal Waters, II: Capillary Phenomena, III: Non-Newtonian Fluids, IV: Flag
ellar Swimming.
T. R. Akylas, G. H. McKinley, R. Stocker
2.27 Turbulent and Separated Flows
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Prereq: 2.20 or 2.25; 18.075
Units: 3-0-9
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Governing equations, and statistical and dynamical theories of turbulence. Isotr
opic homogeneous turbulence, near wall turbulence, effects of free surface and s
urfactants and moving body boundary. Direct numerical simulations, large eddy si
mulations and sub-grid scale modeling, Reynolds-Average Navier-Stokes (RANS) equ
ations and RANS turbulence models. Flow instability and transitions, almost para
llel flows and inviscid and viscous instabilities. Laminar and turbulent separat
ion, expansion flows, separated flows past bluff and streamlined bodies; flow in
duced vibrations.
D. Yue, A. Techet
2.28 Fundamentals and Applications of Combustion
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Not offered academic year 2016-2017Graduate (Fall)
Prereq: 2.006, or 2.051 and 2.06
Units: 3-0-9
Lecture: MW2.30-4 (1-379)
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Fundamentals and modeling of reacting gas dynamics and combustion using analytic
al and numerical methods. Conservation equations of reacting flows. Multi-specie
s transport, chemical thermodynamics and chemical kinetics. Non-equilibrium flow
. Detonation and reacting boundary layers. Ignition, flammability, and extinctio
n. Premixed and diffusion flames. Combustion instabilities. Supersonic combustio
n. Turbulent combustion. Liquid and solid burning. Fire, safety, and environment
al impact. Applications to power and propulsion.
A. F. Ghoniem
No textbook information available
2.29 Numerical Fluid Mechanics
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Prereq: 2.006, 2.06, 2.016, 2.20, or 2.25; 18.075
Units: 4-0-8
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Introduction to numerical methods and MATLAB: errors, condition numbers and root
s of equations. Navier-Stokes. Direct and iterative methods for linear systems.
Finite differences for elliptic, parabolic and hyperbolic equations. Fourier dec
omposition, error analysis and stability. High-order and compact finite-differen
ces. Finite volume methods. Time marching methods. Navier-Stokes solvers. Grid g
eneration. Finite volumes on complex geometries. Finite element methods. Spectra
l methods. Boundary element and panel methods. Turbulent flows. Boundary layers.
Lagrangian Coherent Structures. Includes a final research project.
P. F. J. Lermusiaux
2.341[J] Macromolecular Hydrodynamics
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Prereq: 2.25, 10.301, or permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-6
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Physical phenomena in polymeric liquids undergoing deformation and flow. Kinemat
ics and material functions for complex fluids; techniques of viscometry, rheomet
ry; and linear viscoelastic measurements for polymeric fluids. Generalized Newto
nian fluids. Continuum mechnanics, frame invariance, and convected derivatives f
or finite strain viscoelasticity. Differential and integral constitutive equatio
ns for viscoelastic fluids. Analytical solutions to isothermal and non-isotherma
l flow problems; the roles of non-Newtonian viscosity, linear viscoelasticity, n
ormal stresses, elastic recoil, stress relaxation in processing flows. Introduct
ion to molecular theories for dynamics of polymeric fluids. (Extensive class pro
ject and presentation required instead of a final exam).
R. C. Armstrong, G. H. McKinley
MEMS and Nanotechnology
2.37 Fundamentals of Nanoengineering
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Graduate (Spring)
(Subject meets with 2.370)
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
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2.370 Fundamentals of Nanoengineering
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Undergrad (Spring)
Prereq: 2.001 or 2.01; Chemistry (GIR)
Units: 3-0-9
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Presents the fundamentals of molecular modeling in engineering in the context of
nanoscale mechanical engineering applications. Statistical mechanics and its co
nnection to engineering thermodynamics. Molecular origin and limitations of macr
oscopic descriptions and constitutive relations for equilibrium and non-equilibr
ium behavior. Introduction to molecular simulation, solid-state physics and elec
trokinetic phenomena. Discusses molecular approaches to modern nanoscale enginee
ring problems. Graduate students are required to complete additional assignments
with stronger analytical content.
N. G. Hadjiconstantinou
2.372[J] Design and Fabrication of Microelectromechanical Systems
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(Subject meets with 2.374[J], 6.717[J])
Prereq: 6.003 or 2.003, Physics II (GIR); or permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
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2.374[J] Design and Fabrication of Microelectromechanical Systems
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Not offered academic year 2015-2016Undergrad (Spring)
Prereq: 6.003 or 2.003, Physics II (GIR); or permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
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Provides an introduction to microsystem design. Covers material properties, micr
ofabrication technologies, structural behavior, sensing methods, electromechanic
al actuation, thermal actuation and control, multi-domain modeling, noise, and m
icrosystem packaging. Applies microsystem modeling, and manufacturing principles
to the design and analysis a variety of microscale sensors and actuators (e.g.,
optical MEMS, bioMEMS, and inertial sensors). Emphasizes modeling and simulatio
n in the design process. Students taking the graduate version complete additiona
l assignments.
D. Weinstein
2.391[J] Nanostructure Fabrication
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Prereq: 6.152, 6.161, or 2.710; or permission of instructor
Units: 4-0-8
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Describes current techniques used to analyze and fabricate nanometer-length-scal
e structures and devices. Emphasizes imaging and patterning of nanostructures, i
ncluding fundamentals of optical, electron (scanning, transmission, and tunnelin
g), and atomic-force microscopy; optical, electron, ion, and nanoimprint lithogr
aphy, templated self-assembly, and resist technology. Surveys substrate characte
rization and preparation, facilities, and metrology requirements for nanolithogr
aphy. Addresses nanodevice processing methods, such as liquid and plasma etching
, lift-off, electroplating, and ion-implant. Discusses applications in nanoelect
ronics, nanomaterials, and nanophotonics.
H. I. Smith, G. Barbastathis, K. K. Berggren
Thermodynamics
2.42 General Thermodynamics
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Graduate (Fall)

Units: 3-0-9
Lecture: TR12.30-2 (3-333) +final
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General foundations of thermodynamics from an entropy point of view, entropy gen
eration and transfer in complex systems. Definitions of work, energy, stable equ
ilibrium, available energy, entropy, thermodynamic potential, and interactions o
ther than work (nonwork, heat, mass transfer). Applications to properties of mat
erials, bulk flow, energy conversion, chemical equilibrium, combustion, and indu
strial manufacturing.
J. Brisson
No required or recommended textbooks
Heat and Mass Transfer
2.500 Desalination and Water Purification
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Prereq: 1.020, 2.006, 10.302, or 2.051 and 2.06, or permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
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Introduces the fundamental science and technology of desalinating water to overc
ome water scarcity and ensure sustainable water supplies. Covers basic water che
mistry, flash evaporation, reverse osmosis and membrane engineering, electrodial
ysis, nanofiltration, solar desalination, energy efficiency of desalination syst
ems, fouling and scaling, environmental impacts, and economics of desalination s
ystems. Open to upper-class undergraduates.
J. H. Lienhard, M. Balaban
2.51 Intermediate Heat and Mass Transfer
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Undergrad (Fall)
Prereq: 2.006, or 2.051 and 2.06, or permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
Lecture: TR11-12.30 (5-217)
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Analysis, modeling, and design of heat and mass transfer processes with applicat
ion to common technologies. Unsteady heat conduction in one or more dimensions,
steady conduction in multidimensional configurations, numerical simulation; forc
ed convection in laminar and turbulent flows; natural convection in internal and
external configurations; phase change heat transfer; thermal radiation, black b
odies, grey radiation networks, spectral and solar radiation; mass transfer at l
ow rates, evaporation.
J. H. Lienhard, E. N. Wang
2.52[J] Modeling and Approximation of Thermal Processes
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Prereq: 2.51
Units: 3-0-9
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Provides instruction on how to model thermal transport processes in typical engi
neering systems such as those found in manufacturing, machinery, and energy tech
nologies. Successive modules cover basic modeling tactics for particular modes o
f transport, including steady and unsteady heat conduction, convection, multipha
se flow processes, and thermal radiation. Includes a creative design project exe
cuted by the students.
L. R. Glicksman
2.55 Advanced Heat and Mass Transfer
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Graduate (Spring)
Prereq: 2.51
Units: 4-0-8
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Advanced treatment of fundamental aspects of heat and mass transport. Covers top
ics such as diffusion kinetics, conservation laws, laminar and turbulent convect
ion, mass transfer including phase change or heterogeneous reactions, and basic
thermal radiation. Problems and examples include theory and applications drawn f
rom a spectrum of engineering design and manufacturing problems.
J. H. Lienhard
2.56 Conduction and Change of Phase Heat Transfer
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Prereq: 2.51, Coreq: 18.075
Units: 3-0-9
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Solutions of steady and transient heat conduction problems with various boundary
conditions. Approximate methods: application of numerical techniques. Moving bo
undaries: problems in freezing and melting. Condensation heat transfer. Boiling:
mechanisms and heat transfer correlations. Thermal modeling of engineering syst
ems: thermal contact resistance; heat and mass transfer in material processing;
heat transfer in biomedical systems.
J. H. Lienhard
2.57 Nano-to-Macro Transport Processes
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Graduate (Spring)
Not offered regularly; consult department
Units: 3-0-9
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2.570 Nano-to-Macro Transport Processes
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Undergrad (Spring)
Units: 3-0-9
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Parallel treatments of photons, electrons, phonons, and molecules as energy carr
iers; aiming at a fundamental understanding of descriptive tools for energy and
heat transport processes, from nanoscale to macroscale. Topics include energy le
vels; statistical behavior and internal energy; energy transport in the forms of
waves and particles; scattering and heat generation processes; Boltzmann equati
on and derivation of classical laws; and deviation from classical laws at nanosc
ale and their appropriate descriptions. Applications in nanotechnology and micro
technology. Students taking the graduate version complete additional assignments
.
G. Chen
2.58[J] Radiative Transfer
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Units: 3-0-9
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Principles of thermal radiation and their application to engineering heat and ph
oton transfer problems. Quantum and classical models of radiative properties of
materials, electromagnetic wave theory for thermal radiation, radiative transfer
in absorbing, emitting, and scattering media, and coherent laser radiation. App
lications cover laser-material interactions, imaging, infrared instrumentation,

global warming, semiconductor manufacturing, combustion, furnaces, and high temp
erature processing.
G. Chen
2.59[J] Thermal Hydraulics in Power Technology
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(Same subject as 10.536[J], 22.313[J])
Prereq: 2.006, 10.302, 22.312, or permission of instructor
Units: 3-2-7
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Emphasis on thermo-fluid dynamic phenomena and analysis methods for conventional
and nuclear power stations. Kinematics and dynamics of two-phase flows. Steam s
eparation. Boiling, instabilities, and critical conditions. Single-channel trans
ient analysis. Multiple channels connected at plena. Loop analysis including sin
gle and two-phase natural circulation. Subchannel analysis.
E. Baglietto
Energy and Power Systems
2.60[J] Fundamentals of Advanced Energy Conversion
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Undergrad (Spring)
(Subject meets with 2.62[J], 10.392[J], 22.40[J])
Units: 4-0-8
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Fundamentals of thermodynamics, chemistry, and transport applied to energy syste
ms. Analysis of energy conversion and storage in thermal, mechanical, chemical,
and electrochemical processes in power and transportation systems, with emphasis
on efficiency, performance, and environmental impact. Applications to fuel refo
rming and alternative fuels, hydrogen, fuel cells and batteries, combustion, cat
alysis, combined and hybrid power cycles using fossil, nuclear and renewable res
ources. CO2 separation and capture. Biomass energy. Students taking graduate ver
sion complete additional assignments.
A. F. Ghoniem, W. Green, M. Kazimi
2.601[J] Re-Energizing MIT: Innovating Energy Management at the Institute
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Undergrad (Spring)
Prereq: None
Units: 4-0-8
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Designed to enable students to make a direct contribution to MIT's efforts to im
prove energy management. Working in teams, students explore how energy is used o
n campus and then propose and implement ideas to reduce environmental and climat
e impact. Projects may include topics focused on improving building and applianc
e efficiency, transportation choices, and energy demand in dorms, offices, and l
aboratories. Limited to 15; preference to freshmen and sophomores.
Staff
2.61 Internal Combustion Engines
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Graduate (Spring)
Prereq: 2.006
Units: 3-1-8
URL: http://web.mit.edu/2.61/www/index.html
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Fundamentals of how the design and operation of internal combustion engines affe
ct their performance, efficiency, fuel requirements, and environmental impact. S
tudy of fluid flow, thermodynamics, combustion, heat transfer and friction pheno
mena, and fuel properties, relevant to engine power, efficiency, and emissions.
Examination of design features and operating characteristics of different types
of internal combustion engines: spark-ignition, diesel, stratified-charge, and m
ixed-cycle engines. Engine Laboratory project. For graduate and senior undergrad
uate students.
W. K. Cheng
2.611 Marine Power and Propulsion
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Graduate (Fall)
Prereq: 2.005
Units: 4-0-8
Lecture: TR9.30-11 (5-217) Recitation: F10 (5-217)
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2.612 Marine Power and Propulsion
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Undergrad (Fall)
Prereq: 2.005
Units: 4-0-8
Lecture: TR9.30-11 (5-217) Recitation: F10 (5-217)
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Selection and evaluation of commercial and naval ship power and propulsion syste
ms. Analysis of propulsors, prime mover thermodynamic cycles, propeller-engine m
atching. Propeller selection, waterjet analysis, review of alternative propulsor
s; thermodynamic analyses of Rankine, Brayton, Diesel, and Combined cycles, redu
ction gears and integrated electric drive. Battery operated vehicles, fuel cells
. Term project requires analysis of alternatives in propulsion plant design for
given physical, performance, and economic constraints. Graduate students complet
e different assignments and exams.
M. Thomas, M. S. Triantafyllou, R. S. McCord
2.62[J] Fundamentals of Advanced Energy Conversion
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Graduate (Spring)
Units: 4-0-8
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Fundamentals of thermodynamics, chemistry, and transport applied to energy syste
ms. Analysis of energy conversion and storage in thermal, mechanical, chemical,
and electrochemical processes in power and transportation systems, with emphasis
on efficiency, performance and environmental impact. Applications to fuel refor
ming and alternative fuels, hydrogen, fuel cells and batteries, combustion, cata
lysis, combined and hybrid power cycles using fossil, nuclear and renewable reso
urces. CO2 separation and capture. Biomass energy. Meets with 2.60 when offered
concurrently; students taking the graduate version complete additional assignmen
ts.
A. F. Ghoniem, W. Green, M. Kazimi
2.625[J] Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage: Fundamentals, Materials
and Applications
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Graduate (Fall)
Prereq: 2.005, 3.046, 3.53, 10.40, or 2.051 and 2.06, or permission of instructo
r
Units: 4-0-8
Lecture: TR2.30-4 (3-333) Recitation: W4 (1-150)
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Fundamental concepts, tools, and applications in electrochemical science and eng
ineering. Introduces thermodynamics, kinetics and transport of electrochemical r
eactions. Describes how materials structure and properties affect electrochemica
l behavior of particular applications, for instance in lithium rechargeable batt
eries, electrochemical capacitors, fuel cells, photo electrochemical cells, and
electrolytic cells. Discusses state-of-the-art electrochemical energy technologi
es for portable electronic devices, hybrid and plug-in vehicles, electrical vehi
cles. Theoretical and experimental exploration of electrochemical measurement te
chniques in cell testing, and in bulk and interfacial transport measurements (el
ectronic and ionic resistivity and charge transfer cross the electrode-electroly
te interface).
Y. Shao-Horn
2.626 Fundamentals of Photovoltaics
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Units: 4-0-8
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2.627 Fundamentals of Photovoltaics
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Not offered academic year 2015-2016Undergrad (Fall)
Units: 4-0-8
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Fundamentals of photoelectric conversion: charge excitation, conduction, separat
ion, and collection. Studies commercial and emerging photovoltaic technologies.
Cross-cutting themes include conversion efficiencies, loss mechanisms, character
ization, manufacturing, systems, reliability, life-cycle analysis, and risk anal
ysis. Photovoltaic technology evolution in the context of markets, policies, soc
iety, and environment. Graduate students complete additional work.
T. Buonassisi
2.64 Superconducting Magnets
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Graduate (Spring)
Prereq: 2.51, permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
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Covers design, manufacture, and operation issues of superconducting magnets for
major engineering applications in biomedical science (MRI & NMR magnets), high-e
nergy physics (dipole/quadrupole/detector magnets), and electric power (motor/ge
nerator/transmission cable) as well as laboratory use. Topics include electromag
netic field analyses, mechanical stress analyses, thermal stability analyses, pr
otection circuit design, cryogenics, and experimental techniques.
Y. Iwasa, S. Hahn
2.65[J] Sustainable Energy
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Graduate (Fall)
(Same subject as 1.818[J], 10.391[J], 11.371[J], 22.811[J], ESD.166[J])
(Subject meets with 2.650[J], 10.291[J], 22.081[J])
Units: 3-1-8
URL: http://web.mit.edu/10.391J/www/
Lecture: TR3-5 (32-155) Recitation: F1 (32-144)
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Assessment of current and potential future energy systems. Covers resources, ext
raction, conversion, and end-use technologies, with emphasis on meeting 21st-cen

tury regional and global energy needs in a sustainable manner. Examines various
energy technologies in each fuel cycle stage for fossil (oil, gas, synthetic), n
uclear (fission and fusion) and renewable (solar, biomass, wind, hydro, and geot
hermal) energy types, along with storage, transmission, and conservation issues.
Emphasizes analysis of energy propositions within an engineering, economic and
social context. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments
.
M. W. Golay
2.650[J] Introduction to Sustainable Energy
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Undergrad (Fall)
(Subject meets with 1.818[J], 2.65[J], 10.391[J], 11.371[J], 22.811[J], ESD.166[
J])
Units: 3-1-8
Lecture: TR3-5 (32-155) Recitation: F1 (32-144)
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Assessment of current and potential future energy systems. Covers resources, ext
raction, conversion, and end-use technologies, with emphasis on meeting 21st-cen
tury regional and global energy needs in a sustainable manner. Examines various
renewable and conventional energy production technologies, energy end-use practi
ces and alternatives, and consumption practices in different countries. Investig
ates their attributes within a quantitative analytical framework for evaluation
of energy technology system proposals. Emphasizes analysis of energy proposition
s within an engineering, economic and social context. Students taking graduate v
ersion complete additional assignments. Limited to juniors and seniors.
M. W. Golay
2.651[J] D-Lab: Energy
(New)
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Undergrad (Spring)
(Same subject as EC.711[J])
(Subject meets with EC.791)
Prereq: None
Units: 3-3-6
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Provides a project-based approach that engages students in understanding and add
ressing the applications of alternative energy technology in developing countrie
s. Focuses on compact, robust, low-cost systems for generating electrical power.
Includes projects such as micro-hydro, solar, or wind turbine generators along
with theoretical analysis, design, prototype construction, evaluation and implem
entation. Students will have the opportunity for an optional spring break site v
isit to identify and implement projects. Students taking graduate version comple
te additional assignments. Enrollment limited by lottery; must attend first clas
s session.
S. L. Hsu
2.66[J] Fundamentals of Energy in Buildings
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Not offered academic year 2016-2017Undergrad (Fall) Rest Elec in Sci & Tech
Prereq: Physics I (GIR), Calculus II (GIR)
Units: 3-2-7
URL: http://architecture.mit.edu/subject/fall-2015-442
Lecture: MW11-12.30 (1-134) Lab: F11-12.30 (1-246)
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Design-based introduction to energy and thermo-sciences, with applications to su
stainable, energy-efficient architecture and building technology. Covers introdu

ctory thermodynamics, air/water/vapor mixtures, and heat transfer. Studies leadi
ng order factors in building energy use. Includes several building design projec
ts in which students creatively employ energy fundamentals and building energy u
se.
L. R. Glicksman
Experimental Engineering
2.670 Mechanical Engineering Tools
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Undergrad (IAP)
Prereq: None
Units: 0-1-2
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Introduces the fundamentals of machine tools use and fabrication techniques. Stu
dents work with a variety of machine tools including the bandsaw, milling machin
e, and lathe. Mechanical Engineering students are advised to take this subject i
n the first IAP after declaring their major. Enrollment may be limited due to la
boratory capacity. Preference to Course 2 majors and minors.
M. Culpepper
2.671 Measurement and Instrumentation
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Undergrad (Fall, Spring) Institute Lab
Prereq: 2.001 or 2.01; 2.003 or 2.03; Physics II (GIR)
Units: 3-3-6
Pre-reg required. Lecture: TR12.30-2 (3-270) Lab: M2-5 (3-038) or T9-12 (3-038)
or T2-5 (3-038) or W2-5 (3-038) or R9-12 (3-038) or R2-5 (3-038) or F9-12 (3-038
) or F1.30-4.30 (3-038)
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Experimental techniques for observation and measurement of physical variables su
ch as force, strain, temperature, flow rate, and acceleration. Emphasizes princi
ples of transduction, measurement circuitry, MEMS sensors, Fourier transforms, l
inear and nonlinear function fitting, uncertainty analysis, probability density
functions and statistics, system identification, electrical impedance analysis a
nd transfer functions, computer-aided experimentation, and technical reporting.
Typical laboratory experiments involve oscilloscopes, electronic circuits includ
ing operational amplifiers, thermocouples, strain gauges, digital recorders, las
ers, etc. Basic material and lab objectives are developed in lectures. Instructi
on and practice in oral and written communication provided. Enrollment limited.
I. W. Hunter, J. J. Leonard
2.672 Project Laboratory
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Undergrad (Fall) 1/2 Institute Lab
Prereq: 2.001, 2.003, 2.006, 2.671
Units: 0-3-3
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Major emphasis on interplay between analytical and experimental methods in solut
ion of research and development problems. Communication (written and oral) of re
sults is also a strong component of the course. Groups of two or three students
work together on three projects during the term. Enrollment limited.
W. Cheng, D. P. Hart, E. Wang
2.673[J] Instrumentation and Measurement for Biological Systems
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Undergrad (Fall, Spring)
Prereq: Biology (GIR), Physics II (GIR), 6.0002, 18.03, 20.330; 2.001, 20.310, o
r 6.02; or permission of instructor
Units: 3-6-3
Lecture: TR12 (32-155) Recitation: F12 (32-155)
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Sensing and measurement aimed at quantitative molecular/cell/tissue analysis in
terms of genetic, biochemical, and biophysical properties. Methods include light
and fluorescence microscopies, electronic circuits, and electro-mechanical prob
es (atomic force microscopy, optical traps, MEMS devices). Application of statis
tics, probability, signal and noise analysis, and Fourier techniques to experime
ntal data. Enrollment limited; preference to Course 20 juniors and seniors.
Fall: P. Blainey, S. Manalis, S. Nagle, S. Wasserman, J. Bagnall
Spring: E. Boyden, M. Jonas, S. Nagle, P. So, S. Wasserman, J. Bagnall
2.674 Micro/Nano Engineering Laboratory
______
Prereq: 2.001 or 2.01; 2.003 or 2.03; 2.005, or 2.051 and 2.06; 2.671 or permiss
ion of instructor
Units: 1-3-2
Lecture: T11 (35-225) Lab: R9-12 (5-026) or R1-4 (5-026) or F9-12 (5-026) or F14 (5-026)
______
Concepts, ideas, and enabling tools of nanoengineering taught through lab module
s and imaging tools, which include microfluidics, microthermal systems, MEMS, na
nomaterials, SEM, TEM, and AFM. Provides practical knowledge and experience via
building, observing and manipulating micro- and nanoscale structures. Teaches st
udents how to apply engineering knowledge to practical fluid, thermal, and dynam
ic systems at small scales. Meets with 2.675 in the fall term. Enrollment limite
d; preference to Course 2 majors and minors.
S. G. Kim, G. Chen, E. Wang, R. Karnik
2.675 Micro/Nano Engineering Laboratory
______
Graduate (Fall)
Prereq: 2.25; 2.372 or permission of instructor
Units: 2-3-7
Lecture: T11 (35-225) Lab: R9-12 (5-026) or R1-4 (5-026) or F9-12 (5-026) or F14 (5-026) Recitation: T12 (37-212)
______
Concepts, ideas, and enabling tools of nanoengineering taught through lab module
s and imaging tools, which include microfluidics, microthermal systems, MEMS, na
nomaterials, SEM, TEM, and AFM. Provides practical knowledge and experience via
building, observing and manipulating micro- and nanoscale structures. Teaches st
udents how to apply engineering knowledge to practical fluid, thermal, and dynam
ic systems at small scales. Meets with 2.674 in the fall term. Enrollment limite
d.
S. G. Kim, G. Chen, E. Wang, R. Karnik
2.678 Electronics for Mechanical Systems
______
Prereq: Physics II (GIR)
Units: 2-2-2
Lecture: MW11 (3-270) Lab: W12.30-2.30 (3-062) or W3-5 (3-062) or R12.30-2.30 (3
-062) or R3-5 (3-062) or F11-1 (3-062) or F2-4 (3-062)
______
Practical introduction to the fundamentals of electronics in the context of elec
tro-mechanical systems, with emphasis on experimentation and project work in bas
ic electronics. Laboratory exercises include the design and construction of simp
le electronic devices, such as power supplies, amplifiers, op-amp circuits, swit

ched mode dc-dc converters, and dc motor drivers. Surveys embedded microcontroll
ers as system elements. Laboratory sessions stress the understanding of electron
ic circuits at the component level, but also point out the modern approach of sy
stem integration using commercial modules and specialized integrated circuits. E
nrollment may be limited due to laboratory capacity; preference to Course 2 majo
rs and minors.
D. Rowell
Oceanographic Engineering and Acoustics
2.680 Unmanned Marine Vehicle Autonomy, Sensing, and Communication
______
Graduate (Spring)
Units: 2-6-4
______
Focuses on software and algorithms for autonomous decision making (autonomy) by
underwater vehicles operating in ocean environments. Discusses how autonomous ma
rine vehicles (UMVs) adapt to the environment for improved sensing performance.
Covers sensors for acoustic, biological and chemical sensing and their integrati
on with the autonomy system for environmentally adaptive undersea mapping and ob
servation. Introduces students to the underwater acoustic communication environm
ent and various options for undersea navigation, highlighting their relevance to
the operation of collaborative undersea networks for environmental sensing. Lab
s involve the use of the MOOP-IvP autonomy software for the development of integ
rated sensing, modeling and control solutions. Solutions modeled in simulation e
nvironments and include field tests with small autonomous surface and underwater
vehicles operated on the Charles River. Limited enrollment.
H. Schmidt, J.J. Leonard, M. Benjamin
2.681 Environmental Ocean Acoustics
______
Prereq: 2.066, 18.075 or Permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
______
Fundamentals of underwater sound, and its application to mapping and surveillanc
e in an ocean environment. Wave equations for fluid and elastic media. Reflectio
n and transmission of sound at plane interfaces. Wave theory representation of a
coustic source radiation and propagation in shallow and deep ocean waveguides. I
nteraction of underwater sound with elastic waves in the seabed and an Arctic ic
e cover, including effects of porosity and anisotropy. Numerical modeling of the
propagation of underwater sound, including spectral methods, normal mode theory
, and the parabolic equation method, for laterally homogeneous and inhomogeneous
environments. Doppler effects. Effects of oceanographic variability and fluctua
tion - spatial and temporal coherence. Generation and propagation of ocean ambie
nt noise. Modeling and simulation of signals and noise in traditional sonar syst
ems, as well as modern, distributed, autonomous acoustic surveillance systems.
H. Schmidt
2.682 Acoustical Oceanography
______
Not offered academic year 2016-2017Graduate (Spring) Can be repeated for credit
Prereq: 2.681
Units: 3-0-9
______
Provides brief overview of what important current research topics are in oceanog
raphy (physical, geological, and biological) and how acoustics can be used as a
tool to address them. Three typical examples are climate, bottom geology, and ma
rine mammal behavior. Addresses the acoustic inverse problem, reviewing inverse
methods (linear and nonlinear) and the combination of acoustical methods with ot
her measurements as an integrated system. Concentrates on specific case studies,
taken from current research journals.

J. F. Lynch, Woods Hole Staff
2.683 Marine Bioacoustics and Geoacoustics
______
Graduate (Spring) Can be repeated for credit
Prereq: 2.681
Units: 3-0-9
______
Both active and passive acoustic methods of measuring marine organisms, the seaf
loor, and their interactions are reviewed. Acoustic methods of detecting, observ
ing, and quantifying marine biological organisms are described, as are acoustic
methods of measuring geological properties of the seafloor, including depth, and
surficial and volumetric composition. Interactions are also described, includin
g effects of biological scatterers on geological measurements, and effects of se
afloor scattering on measurements of biological scatterers on, in, or immediatel
y above the seafloor. Methods of determining small-scale material properties of
organisms and the seafloor are outlined. Operational methods are emphasized, and
corresponding measurement theory is described. Case studies are used in illustr
ation. Principles of acoustic-system calibration are elaborated.
K. G. Foote, Woods Hole Staff
2.684 Wave Scattering by Rough Surfaces and Inhomogeneous Media
______
Not offered academic year 2015-2016Graduate (Spring) Can be repeated for credit
Prereq: 2.066 or permission of instrctor
Units: 3-0-9
______
An advanced-level subject designed to give students a working knowledge of curre
nt techniques in this area. Material is presented principally in the context of
ocean acoustics, but can be used in other acoustic and electromagnetic applicati
ons. Includes fundamentals of wave propagation through, and/or scattering by: ra
ndom media, extended coherent structures, rough surfaces, and discrete scatterer
s.
T. K. Stanton, A. C. Lavery, Woods Hole Staff
2.687 Time Series Analysis and System Identification
______
Graduate (Fall) Can be repeated for credit
Prereq: 6.011, 18.06
Units: 3-0-9
______
Covers matched filtering, power spectral (PSD) estimation, and adaptive signal p
rocessing / system identification algorithms. Algorithm development is framed as
an optimization problem, and optimal and approximate solutions are described. R
eviews time-varying systems, first and second moment representations of stochast
ic processes, and state-space models. Also covers algorithm derivation, performa
nce analysis, and robustness to modeling errors. Algorithms for PSD estimation,
the LMS and RLS algorithms, and the Kalman Filter are treated in detail.
J. C. Preisig, Woods Hole Staff
2.688 Principles of Oceanographic Instrument Systems -- Sensors and Measurements
______
Graduate (Fall)
Prereq: 18.075, 2.671
Units: 3-3-6
TBA.
______
Introduces theoretical and practical principles of design of oceanographic senso
r systems. Transducer characteristics for acoustic, current, temperature, pressu
re, electric, magnetic, gravity, salinity, velocity, heat flow, and optical devi
ces. Limitations on these devices imposed by ocean environment. Signal condition
ing and recording; noise, sensitivity, and sampling limitations; standards. Prin
ciples of state-of-the-art systems being used in physical oceanography, geophysi
cs, submersibles, acoustics discussed in lectures by experts in these areas. Day
cruises in local waters during which the students will prepare, deploy and anal
yze observations from standard oceanographic instruments constitute the lab work
for this subject.
H. Singh, R. Geyer, A. Michel
2.689[J] Projects in Oceanographic Engineering
______
Graduate (Fall, Summer) Can be repeated for credit
Units arranged [P/D/F]
TBA.
______
Projects in oceanographic engineering, carried out under supervision of Woods Ho
le Oceanographic Institution staff. Given at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institutio
n.
J. Preisig, Woods Hole Staff
2.690 Corrosion in Marine Engineering
______
Graduate (Summer)
Prereq: 3.012, permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-3
______
Introduction to forms of corrosion encountered in marine systems material select
ion, coatings and protection systems. Case studies and causal analysis developed
through student presentations.
J. W. Ketcham, T. Eagar
Naval Architecture
2.700 Principles of Naval Architecture
______
Undergrad (Fall)
Prereq: 2.002 or 2.02B
Units: 4-2-6
Lecture: MW9.30-11 (5-217) Recitation: F1 (5-217)
______
2.701 Principles of Naval Architecture
______
Graduate (Fall)
Prereq: 2.002 or 2.02B
Units: 4-2-6
Lecture: MW9.30-11 (5-217) Recitation: F1 (5-217)
______
Presents principles of naval architecture, ship geometry, hydrostatics, calculat
ion and drawing of curves of form, intact and damage stability, hull structure s
trength calculations and ship resistance. Introduces computer-aided naval ship d
esign and analysis tools. Projects include analysis of ship lines drawings, calc
ulation of ship hydrostatic characteristics, analysis of intact and damaged stab
ility, ship model testing, and hull structure strength calculations. Students ta
king graduate version complete additional assignments.
F. S. Hover, A. H. Techet, J. Ketcham, P. D. Sclavounos, M. Thomas
2.702 Systems Engineering and Naval Ship Design
______
Graduate (Spring)
Prereq: 2.701
Units: 3-3-3
______
Introduces principles of systems engineering and ship design with an overview of
naval ship design and acquisition processes, requirements setting, formulation
of a systematic plan, design philosophy and constraints, formal decision making
methods, selection criteria, optimization, variant analysis, trade-offs, analysi
s of ship design trends, risk, and cost analysis. Emphasizes the application of
principles through completion of a design exercise and project.
J. Ketcham, M. Thomas
2.703 Principles of Naval Ship Design
______
Graduate (Fall)
Prereq: 2.082, 2.20, 2.611, 2.702
Units: 4-2-6
Lecture: TR11-12.30 (3-370)
______
Covers the design of surface ship platforms for naval applications. Includes top
ics such as hull form selection and concept design synthesis, topside and genera
l arrangements, weight estimation, and technical feasibility analyses (including
strength, stability, seakeeping, and survivability.). Practical exercises invol
ve application of design principles and utilization of advanced computer-aided s
hip design tools.
J. Ketcham, M. Thomas, F. Hover
2.704 Projects in Naval Ship Conversion Design
______
Graduate (IAP, Summer)
Prereq: 2.703
Units: 1-6-5
______
Focuses on conversion design of a naval ship. A new mission requirement is defin
ed, requiring significant modification to an existing ship. Involves requirement
s setting, design plan formulation and design philosophy, and employs formal dec
ision-making methods. Technical aspects demonstrate feasibility and desirability
. Includes formal written and verbal reports and team projects.
M. Thomas, J. Ketcham
2.705 Projects in New Concept Naval Ship Design
______
Graduate (Fall, Spring, Summer) Can be repeated for credit
Prereq: 2.704
Units arranged
TBA.
______
Focus on preliminary design of a new naval ship, fulfilling a given set of missi
on requirements. Design plan formulation, system level trade-off studies, emphas
izes achieving a balanced design and total system integration. Formal written an
d oral reports. Team projects extend over three terms.
M. Thomas, J. Ketcham
2.707 Submarine Structural Acoustics
______
Not offered academic year 2015-2016Graduate (Spring); first half of term
Prereq: 2.066
Units: 2-0-4
______
Introduction to the acoustic interaction of submerged structures with the surrou
nding fluid. Fluid and elastic wave equations. Elastic waves in plates. Radiatio
n and scattering from planar structures as well as curved structures such as sph
eres and cylinders. Acoustic imaging of structural vibrations. Students can take
2.085 in the second half of term.
H. Schmidt
Optics
2.71 Optics
______
Not offered academic year 2015-2016Undergrad (Spring)
Prereq: Physics II (GIR); 18.03; 2.004, 2.04A, 2.04B, or permission of instructo
r
Units: 3-0-9
______
2.710 Optics
______
Prereq: Physics II (GIR); 18.03; 2.004, 2.04A, 2.04B, or permission of instructo
r
Units: 3-0-9
______
Introduction to optical science with elementary engineering applications. Geomet
rical optics: ray-tracing, aberrations, lens design, apertures and stops, radiom
etry and photometry. Wave optics: basic electrodynamics, polarization, interfere
nce, wave-guiding, Fresnel and Fraunhofer diffraction, image formation, resoluti
on, space-bandwidth product. Emphasis on analytical and numerical tools used in
optical design. Graduate students are required to complete additional assignment
s with stronger analytical content, and an advanced design project.
G. Barbastathis, P. T. So
2.715[J] Optical Microscopy and Spectroscopy for Biology and Medicine
______
Graduate (Spring)
Units: 3-0-9
______
Introduces the theory and the design of optical microscopy and its applications
in biology and medicine. The course starts from an overview of basic optical pri
nciples allowing an understanding of microscopic image formation and common cont
rast modalities such as dark field, phase, and DIC. Advanced microscopy imaging
techniques such as total internal reflection, confocal, and multiphoton will als
o be discussed. Quantitative analysis of biochemical microenvironment using spec
troscopic techniques based on fluorescence, second harmonic, Raman signals will
be covered. We will also provide an overview of key image processing techniques
for microscopic data.
P. T. So, C. Sheppard
2.717 Optical Engineering
______
Prereq: 2.710 or permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
______
Theory and practice of optical methods in engineering and system design. Emphasi
s on diffraction, statistical optics, holography, and imaging. Provides engineer
ing methodology skills necessary to incorporate optical components in systems se
rving diverse areas such as precision engineering and metrology, bio-imaging, an
d computing (sensors, data storage, communication in multi-processor systems). E
xperimental demonstrations and a design project are included.
P. T. So, G. Barbastathis
2.718 Photonic Materials
______
Not offered academic year 2015-2016Undergrad (Fall)
Units: 3-0-9
______
2.719 Photonic Materials
______
Units: 3-0-9
______
Provides a review of Maxwell's equations and the Helmholtz wave equation. Optica
l devices: waveguides and cavities, phase and group velocity, causality, and sca
ttering. Light-matter interaction in bulk, surface, and subwavelength-structured
matter. Effective media, dispersion relationships, wavefronts and rays, eikonal
description of light propagation, phase singularities. Transformation optics, g
radient effective media. Includes description of the experimental tools for real
ization and measurement of photonic materials and effects. Students taking gradu
ate version complete additional assignments.
G. Barbastathis, N. Fang
Design
2.70 FUNdaMENTALS of Precision Product Design
(New)
______
Undergrad (Spring)
Prereq: 2.008
Units: 3-3-6
______
Examines design, selection, and combination of machine elements to produce a rob
ust precision system. Introduces process, philosophy and physics-based principle
s of design to improve/enable renewable power generation, energy efficiency, and
manufacturing productivity. Topics include linkages, power transmission, screws
and gears, actuators, structures, joints, bearings, error apportionment, and er
ror budgeting. Considers each topic with respect to its physics of operation, me
chanics (strength, deformation, thermal effects) and accuracy, repeatability, an
d resolution. Includes guest lectures from practicing industry and academic lead
ers. Students design, build, and test a small benchtop precision machine, such a
s a heliostat for positioning solar PV panels or a two or three axis machine. Pr
ior to each lecture, students review the pre-recorded detailed topic materials a
nd then converge on what parts of the topic they want covered in extra depth in
lecture. Students are assessed on their preparation for and participation in cla
ss sessions. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. E
nrollment limited.
A. Slocum
2.77 FUNdaMENTALS of Precision Product Design
(New)
______
Graduate (Spring)
Prereq: 2.008
Units: 3-3-6
______
Examines design, selection, and combination of machine elements to produce a rob
ust precision system. Introduces process, philosophy and physics-based principle
s of design to improve/enable renewable power generation, energy efficiency, and
manufacturing productivity. Topics include linkages, power transmission, screws
and gears, actuators, structures, joints, bearings, error apportionment, and er
ror budgeting. Considers each topic with respect to its physics of operation, me
chanics (strength, deformation, thermal effects) and accuracy, repeatability, an
d resolution. Includes guest lectures from practicing industry and academic lead
ers. Students design, build, and test a small benchtop precision machine, such a
s a heliostat for positioning solar PV panels or a two or three axis machine. Pr
ior to each lecture, students review the pre-recorded detailed topic materials a
nd then converge on what parts of the topic they want covered in extra depth in
lecture. Students are assessed on their preparation for and participation in cla
ss sessions. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. E
nrollment limited.
A. Slocum
2.72 Elements of Mechanical Design
______
Undergrad (Spring)
Prereq: 2.005 or 2.051; 2.008; Coreq: 2.671
Units: 3-3-6
URL: http://pcsl.mit.edu/2_72/index.html
______
Advanced study of modeling, design, integration, and best practices for use of m
achine elements, such as bearings, bolts, belts, flexures, and gears. Modeling a
nd analysis is based upon rigorous application of physics, mathematics, and core
mechanical engineering principles, which are reinforced via laboratory experien
ces and a design project in which students model, design, fabricate, and charact
erize a mechanical system that is relevant to a real-world application. Activiti
es and quizzes are directly related to, and coordinated with, the project delive
rables. Develops the ability to synthesize, model and fabricate a design subject
to engineering constraints (e.g., cost, time, schedule). Students taking gradua
te version complete additional assignments. Enrollment limited.
M. L. Culpepper
2.720 Elements of Mechanical Design
______
Graduate (Spring)
Prereq: permission of instructor
Units: 3-3-6
______
Advanced study of modeling, design, integration, and best practices for use of m
achine elements, such as bearings, bolts, belts, flexures, and gears. Modeling a
nd analysis is based upon rigorous application of physics, mathematics, and core
mechanical engineering principles, which are reinforced via laboratory experien
ces and a design project in which students model, design, fabricate, and charact
erize a mechanical system that is relevant to a real-world application. Activiti
es and quizzes are directly related to, and coordinated with, the project delive
rables. Develops the ability to synthesize, model and fabricate a design subject
to engineering constraints (e.g., cost, time, schedule). Students taking gradua
te version complete additional assignments.
M. L. Culpepper
2.722[J] D-Lab: Design
______
Undergrad (Spring)
Prereq: 2.670 or permission of the instructor
Units: 3-0-9
______
Addresses problems faced by underserved communities with a focus on design, expe
rimentation, and prototyping processes. Particular attention placed on constrain
ts faced when designing for developing countries. Multidisciplinary teams work o
n long-term projects in collaboration with community partners, field practitione
rs, and experts in relevant fields. Topics covered include design for affordabil
ity, manufacture, sustainability, and strategies for working effectively with co

mmunity partners and customers. Students may continue projects begun in EC.701.
Enrollment limited by lottery; must attend first class session.
A. B. Smith, M. McCambridge
2.723[J] Engineering Innovation and Design
______
(Same subject as 6.902[J], ESD.051[J])
Prereq: None
Units: 3-0-3
Lecture: M EVE (7-9 PM) (32-155) Recitation: W EVE (7 PM) (32-124) or W EVE (8 P
M) (32-124) or R EVE (7 PM) (5-233) or R EVE (8 PM) (5-233) or F12 (1-135)
______
Project-based seminar in innovative design thinking develops students' ability t
o conceive, implement, and evaluate successful projects in any engineering disci
pline. Lectures focus on the iterative design process and techniques to enhance
creative analysis. Students use this process to design and implement robust voic
e recognition applications using a simple web-based system. They also give prese
ntations and receive feedback to sharpen their communication skills for high emo
tional and intellectual impact. Guest lectures illustrate multidisciplinary appr
oaches to design thinking.
B. Kotelly
2.729[J] D-Lab: Design for Scale
(New)
______
Undergrad (Fall)
Units: 3-2-7
Lecture: TR11.30-1 (N51-350) Recitation: R1-2.30 (N51-350)
______
Focuses on product development of technologies for people in less industrialized
markets. Students work in interdisciplinary teams to develop previously establi
shed prototypes or technologies towards manufacturing-ready product designs. Top
ics are presented within the context of the developing world and include technol
ogy feasibility and scalability assessment; value chain analysis; product specif
ication; design for affordability, manufacturability, usability, and desirabilit
y; and product testing and manufacturing at various scales. Lessons are experien
tial and case study-based; taught by instructors with field experience and by in
dustry experts from product development consulting firms and the consumer electr
onics industry.
E. Reynolds, M. Yang, H. Quintus-Bosz
2.737 Mechatronics
______
Prereq: 6.071 or 6.002; 2.14, 6.302, or 16.30
Units: 3-5-4
______
Introduction to designing mechatronic systems, which require integration of the
mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines within a unified framework. Si
gnificant laboratory-based design experiences form subject's core. Final project
. Topics include: low-level interfacing of software with hardware; use of high-l
evel graphical programming tools to implement real-time computation tasks; digit
al logic; analog interfacing and power amplifiers; measurement and sensing; elec
tromagnetic and optical transducers; control of mechatronic systems. Limited to
20.
D. L. Trumper, K. Youcef-Toumi
2.739[J] Product Design and Development
______
Graduate (Spring)
(Same subject as 15.783[J], ESD.32[J])
Prereq: 2.009, 15.761, 15.778, 15.810, or permission of instructor
Units: 3-3-6
Credit cannot also be received for ESD.40
URL: http://web.mit.edu/15.783j/www/
______
Covers modern tools and methods for product design and development. Includes a c
ornerstone project in which teams conceive, design and prototype a physical prod
uct and/or service. Covers design thinking, product planning, identifying custom
er needs, concept generation, product architecture, industrial design, concept d
esign, green design methods, and product management. Sloan students register via
Sloan course bidding. Engineering students accepted via lottery based on WebSIS
pre-registration.
S. Eppinger, M. C. Yang
2.74 Bio-inspired Robotics
______
Undergrad (Fall)
Units: 3-3-6
Lecture: MW11-12.30 (3-370) Lab: M2-5 (5-007) or T2-5 (5-007) or W2-5 (5-007)
______
Interdisciplinary approach to bio-inspired design, with emphasis on principle ex
traction applicable to various robotics research fields, such as robotics, prost
hetics, and human assistive technologies. Focuses on three main components: biom
echanics, numerical techniques that allow multi-body dynamics simulation with en
vironmental interaction and optimization, and basic robotics techniques and impl
ementation skills. Students integrate the components into a final robotic system
project of their choosing through which they must demonstrate their understandi
ng of dynamics and control and test hypothesized design principles. Students tak
ing graduate version complete additional assignments. Enrollment may be limited
due to laboratory capacity.
S. Kim
2.740 Bio-inspired Robotics
______
Graduate (Fall)
Units: 3-3-6
Lecture: MW11-12.30 (3-370) Lab: M2-5 (5-007) or T2-5 (5-007) or W2-5 (5-007)
______
Interdisciplinary approach to bio-inspired design, with emphasis on principle ex
traction applicable to various robotics research fields, such as robotics, prost
hetics, and human assistive technologies. Focuses on three main components: biom
echanics, numerical techniques that allow multi-body dynamics simulation with en
vironmental interaction and optimization, and basic robotics techniques and impl
ementation skills. Students integrate the components into a final robotic system
project of their choosing through which they must demonstrate their understandi
ng of dynamics and control and test hypothesized design principles. Students tak
ing graduate version complete additional assignments. Enrollment may be limited
due to lab capacity.
S. Kim
2.744[J] Product Design
______
(Same subject as ESD.64[J])
Prereq: 2.009
Units: 3-0-9
URL: http://me.mit.edu/2.744/
______
Project-centered subject addressing transformation of ideas into successful prod
ucts which are properly matched to the user and the market. Students are asked t
o take a more complete view of a new product and to gain experience with designs
judged on their aesthetics, ease of use, and sensitivities to the realities of
the marketplace. Lectures on modern design process, industrial design, visual co
mmunication, form-giving, mass production, marketing, and environmentally consci
ous design.
D. R. Wallace
2.75[J] Medical Device Design
______
Graduate (Fall)
Units: 3-0-9
2.75: URL: https://web.mit.edu/2.75/
2.75: Lecture: TR2.30-4 (3-442)
2.750: Lecture: TR2.30-4 (3-442)
______
2.75: No required or recommended textbooks
2.750[J] Medical Device Design
______
Undergrad (Fall)
Units: 3-0-9
2.75: Lecture: TR2.30-4 (3-442)
2.750: Lecture: TR2.30-4 (3-442)
______
Application of mechanical and electrical engineering fundamentals to the design
of medical devices that address clinical needs. Throughout the term, students wo
rk in small teams on a major project to translate a clinical challenge into a pr
oof-of-concept prototype device. Students conduct user analysis, develop design
specifications, and follow a structured process to cultivate creative designs an
d apply analytical techniques to optimize them. They deepen their understanding
of art and intellectual property by researching prior representations. Develops
practical skills in prototyping and testing as well as project management. Inclu
des lectures, problem sets and exams that focus on design fundamentals. Instruct
ion and practice in written and oral communication provided. Students taking gra
duate version complete additional assignments. Enrollment limited.
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