MAE 4530

Computer-Aided Engineering: Applications to Biological Processes

Course Description

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2019-2020.

Introduction to simulation-based design as an alternative to prototype-based design; modeling and optimization of complex real-life processes for design and research, using industry-standard physics-based computational software. Emphasis is on problem formulation, starting from a real process and developing its computer model. Covers biomedical processes in thermal therapy and drug delivery that involve heat transfer, mass transfer, and fluid flow. Computational topics introduce the finite-element method, pre- and post-processing, and pitfalls of using computational software. Students choose their own semester-long biomedical project, which is the major part of the course (no final exam).

When Offered Spring.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: BEE 3500 or equivalent. Corequisite: ENGRC 4530.

Satisfies Requirement Fulfills technical elective requirement for MAE students. Satisfies College of Engineering technical communications requirement.

• Students will apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to define and solve problems in computer-aided engineering: applications to biological processes.
• Students will improve their ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
• Students will demonstrate the intention and ability to engage in life-long learning.
• Students will gain proficiency in use of the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
• Students will improve their capacity to integrate modern biology with engineering principles.

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