Undergraduate

Credit Structure: (2-2)3

Catalog Description :

A broad introduction to basic statistical concepts. Laboratory techniques for verifying theoretical concepts. Methods for analyzing and presenting data. Report preparation and presentation of technical reports. A number of experiments about fluid mechanics, heat transfer, materials science, system analysis, process control and instrumentation.

Course Objectives :

The course is designed to give the students the necessary background for laboratory techniques in mechanical engineering. Upon completion of this class, the student is expected to have an understanding of the following analytical techniques: XRD, SEM, optical microscope, vibration testing, temperature, pH and viscosity measurements, thermal conduction measurements, basic electrical measurements, the use of multimeters, etc.

Prerequisites :

None

Textbook(s) :

Lecture notes comprising materials from references.

References :

1. J.P. Holman, “Experimental methods for engineers”, Seventh Edition, McGraw Hill, Boston, 2001.

2. ASM Handbook, Vol:9, “Metallography and Microstructures”, ASM, The Materials Information Society.

Syllabus :

(each topic for 1 week)

1. Introduction

2. Introduction to Basic Statistical Concepts

3. Introduction to Basic Statistical Concepts

4. t, z, chi-squared distributions, Central Limit Theorem

5. Hypothesis Testing

6. ANOVA Tables, Least Square Method 

7. Statistical Experimental Design 

8. Vibration Measurements

9. Metallographic Sample Prep + Optical Microscopy

10. Use of XRD+ SEM for Failure Analysis

11. Viscosity and Temperature Measurements

12. Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

13. Basic Electrical Measurements

14. Air Pollution Sampling

15. Thermal Conduction, Convection Measurements

16. Thermal Conduction, Convection Measurements

Homeworks, Quizzes, Projects:

A number of homework assignments will be given.

Computer Usage:

Spreadsheets and basic office software.

Laboratory Work:

The following lab work will be performed by students in groups. 

• Vibration Measurements
• Metallographic Sample Prep + Optical Microscopy
• Use of XRD+ SEM for Failure Analysis
• Viscosity and Temperature Measurements
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Basic Electrical Measurements
• Air Pollution Sampling
• Thermal Conduction, Convection Measurements

Coordinator:

Asst.Prof.Dr. Sedat Akkurt

Faculty of Engineering, İzmir Institute of Technology, Urla 35430 IZMIR TURKEY

phone +90-232-750-7800   fax +90-232-750-7890