Examines the interrelationships between processing, structure, properties, and performance of various engineering materials such as metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, and semiconductors. Investigates the effects of heat, stress, imperfections, and chemical environments upon material properties and performance. Emphasizes developing an ability to select appropriate materials to meet engineering design criteria. Requires a design project on material properties, selection, and application. Prerequisites: CHEM M01A OR CHEM M01AH AND PHYS M20A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

Develops further engineering drawing skills through computer-aided design (CAD) software in three dimensions using Solidworks. Enhances three-dimensional (3D) spatial visualization and refinement of 3D modeling representations. Covers principles in mechanical design, design methodology, design for manufacturing, and cultivates topics in engineering materials selection and metal forming/removal theory through various case studies and examples. Advances the understanding of the engineering design process and problem solving through design projects. Prerequisites: ENGR M04. Transfer credit: CSU. Notes: This course prepares the students for the Certified Solidworks Associate (CSWA) exam, an internationally recognized industry certification; students who pass this exam are capable of performing industry modeling at a proficient level and are able to utilize this skillset as a form of employment.

Examines the relationships which exist between two important branches of mechanics, namely, statics and strength of materials. Applies the principles of statics to the study of forces both external and internal to the body, moments and couples, responsible for maintaining a state of equilibrium. Uses the principles of strength to investigate the effects of external and internal loadings on the stability and deformation of the body. Analyzes two- and three-dimensional force systems including frictional forces, support reactions, and distributed forces with respect to rigid bodies, trusses, frames, machines, beams, and shafts. Incorporates concepts of centroids, area moments of inertia, stresses, strains, Mohr’s Circle, shear and bending moment diagrams, ductile and brittle failure theories, and deformations associated with axial, torsional, and flexural loadings. Surveys analysis of statically indeterminate axially loaded members. Prerequisites: PHYS M20A and PHYS M20AL and MATH M25B or MATH M25BH or concurrent enrollment in MATH M25B or MATH M25BH. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.