BSME Course Catalog - UPD Department of Mechanical Engineering

COURSE CATALOG (Bsme)

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences, complemented by professional courses that develop analytical, design, and practical skills in mechanical engineering.

This catalogue presents the complete set of courses offered under the program, including descriptions, units, and course formats. It serves as a guide for students in planning their academic pathways and for stakeholders in understanding the breadth and depth of the program.

MAJOR COURSES

Course Code	Course Title	Course Units	Course Description
ME 1	Introduction to Mechanical Engineering	3 units	Overview of Mechanical Engineering as a field and a profession; Mechanical Engineering fundamentals, applications, and industries; Mechanical Engineering in the Philippines.
ME 11	Mathematical Methods in Mechanical Engineering I	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Fundamentals and applications of ordinary differential equations (ODEs) in Mechanical Engineering; numerical interpolation, differentiation, and integration; fundamentals and applications of linear algebra in Mechanical Engineering; numerical methods for ODEs.
ME 12	Mathematical Methods in Mechanical Engineering II	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Frequency domain and transforms; partial differential equations; statistical estimation, simulation, and inference in Mechanical Engineering; numerical methods for systems of equations; introduction to optimization.
ME 31	Mechanical Engineering CAD	1 unit (laboratory)	Introduction to 3D computer-aided design (CAD); parametric solids, mechanical assemblies, form features, curves, and engineering drawings.
ME 32	Machine Operations	1 unit (laboratory)	Fundamentals of machine operations and tools; shop practices and safety.
ME 51	Mechanics of Materials I	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Introduction to mechanics of materials; stresses in and deformations of components under external loading; yield and fracture failure theories; introduction to energy methods and impact loading.
ME 61	Fundamentals of Thermal and Fluids Engineering	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Fundamental concepts of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer; laws of thermodynamics; entropy; exergy; fluid statics and kinematics; Reynolds transport theorem; rate equations of heat transfer modes; thermal networks.
ME 62	Thermal and Fluids Engineering Systems	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Mixture processes; combustion fundamentals; power and refrigeration systems; exergy analysis of systems.
ME 71	Sensors and Actuators	3 units (lecture and laboratory)	Introduction to microcontrollers, analog and digital sensors and transducers; signal conversion and conditioning; sensor performance and specifications; industrial instrumentation; stepper and DC motors; hydraulic and pneumatic actuators.
ME 100	Mechanical Engineering Industries	2 units (laboratory)	Overview of mechanical engineering industries and industry-specific practices; industry trips and analysis of technical, safety, ecological, societal, and economic aspects of operations; career orientation and planning; ME laws, professional ethics, and ME standards.
ME 113	Mechanical Engineering Simulations	2 units (lecture and laboratory)	Introduction to computer-aided engineering (CAE); finite element analysis for heat conduction and structural mechanics; computational fluid dynamics; introduction to Multiphysics simulations; multibody dynamics.
ME 133	Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Design	3 units (lecture and laboratory)	Introduction to engineering design process and problem solving; basic selection of machine elements; mechanisms, structures, and joint interfaces; basic mechanism synthesis; basic design optimization.
ME 134	Fundamentals of Manufacturing Processes	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Manufacturing processes, variation and quality, and equipment and controls; design for manufacturing; introduction to manufacturing systems.
ME 146	Machine Dynamics	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Kinematic and kinetic analyses of mechanical systems; mechanism synthesis; mechanical vibrations; vibration analysis and control; instrumentation for vibration measurement.
ME 147	System Dynamics and Control	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Mathematical modeling of physical systems in the frequency domain; system characterization; root locus analysis; frequency response analysis; compensator design.
ME 152	Mechanics of Materials II	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Introduction to mechanical characterization; linear elastic fracture mechanics; introductory fatigue failure analysis; plastic response and failure; buckling instabilities; miscellaneous failure modes.
ME 156	Machine Design	3 units (lecture and laboratory)	Application of mechanics and materials fundamentals to machine design, and design and selection of machine elements; integration of machine structures and elements.
ME 163	Thermal and Fluids Engineering Processes	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Heat conduction; conservation laws; modeling and similitude; boundary layers; internal and external flows; forced and free convection; radiation heat transfer.
ME 166	Thermal and Fluids Engineering Design	4 units (lecture and laboratory)	Application of thermal and fluids engineering fundamentals to the analysis and design of industrial and power plant devices; advanced energy conversion.
ME 172	Experimentation and Technical Exposition in Mechanical Engineering	3 units (lecture and laboratory)	Design and execution of experiments; statistical analysis and analysis of experimental data; calibration of measuring instruments; technical writing and presentation.
ME 190	Mechanical Engineering Research I	2 units (lecture and laboratory)	Methods, processes, and techniques for conceiving, designing, implementing, operating, and documenting experimental research; conception and design of a mechanical engineering research project.
ME 195	Product Engineering I	3 units (lecture and laboratory)	Methods, processes, and techniques for conceiving, designing, prototyping, and operating a product; product design documentation.
ME 196	Product Engineering II	2 units (laboratory)	Prototyping, manufacture, assembly; procurement; debugging; safety engineering; experimentation and data acquisition for product improvement.
ME 199	Mechanical Engineering Research II	2 units (laboratory)	Construction of a physical experimental apparatus; writing of software for computational experiments; collection, reduction, and analysis of experimental data; research exposition.

SERVICE COURSES

Course Code	Course Title	Course Units	Course Description
ME 63	Thermodynamics	3 units (lecture and laboratory)	First and second laws of thermodynamics. Properties of thermodynamic media. Ideal gases. Thermodynamic cycles.
Shop 7	General Shop Practice	1 unit (laboratory)	The use of equipment for machining, welding, casting and allied practices.

Engineering Science Courses

Course Code	Course Title	Course Units	Course Description
ES 1	Engineering Drawing	2 units (laboratory)	Technical sketching, lettering, instrumental drawing. Multiview projections. Pictorial drawing. Conventions and dimensioning. Graphs and charts.
ES 101	Mechanics of Particles and Rigid Bodies	4 units (laboratory)	Force, moment, and motion concepts. Newton’s Laws of Motion. Analysis of particles and rigid bodies in static and dynamic equilibrium using vector mechanics, momentum methods, and energy methods. Geometric properties of lines, areas, and volumes.

ELECTIVE COURSES (ME 197 & ME 198)

Elective courses are not offered every semester and their availability depends on demand and faculty load. The specific elective courses (e.g., ME 197, ME 198) offered in a given academic year may vary. For the latest schedule and availability, please refer to the Computerized Registration System (CRS).

Special Topics/Problems	Course Unit	Course Description
Introduction to Nanotechnology and Nanomaterial Characterization	3 units	This course provides an introduction to the principles and applications of nanotechnology, with emphasis on the synthesis, properties, and characterization of nanomaterials. Topics include experimental techniques for analyzing nanostructures and their use in engineering, energy, and biomedical applications.
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Fire Protection Systems Design for Commercial Buildings	3 units	Manual cooling load calculations using CLTD/SCL/CLF method, equipment selection, air distribution (ductwork) and installation of HVAC system. Fundamentals of fire protection, design, installation, and hydraulic calculations of automatic fire sprinkler system.
Application of Mechanical Simulations in Failure Analysis and Prediction	3 units	Use of computational and experimental methods to analyze and predict mechanical component failures, and evaluation of stress, strain, and deformation; integration of simulation techniques in design and reliability assessment.
Power Hydraulics and Pneumatics	3 units	Application of fluid power principles to hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and analysis of system components, control methods, and circuit design; integration of fluid power technology in mechanical and industrial applications.
Design for Additive Manufacturing	3 units	Discussion and demonstration of additive manufacturing methods, processes, techniques, limitations, and trends for conceiving, designing, and prototyping functional components and assemblies.
Naval Architecture	3 units	Application of fluid mechanics and structural fundamentals to ship design, and analysis of hull form, stability, and propulsion systems; integration of ship structures and marine engineering principles.
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering	3 units	Integration of engineering principles with biological and medical systems, and analysis of physiological processes, medical devices, and healthcare technologies.
Aerodynamics for Power Generation	3 units	This course will tackle the basics of Aerodynamics (and Hydrodynamics) and its application to the field of power generation. Basic theories on turbine performance and design analysis will also be discussed.
Introduction to MEMS/NEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems/Nano-Electro-Mechanical Systems)	3 units	An Introductory Course in micro/nano electromechanical systems including the design and fabrication processes and testing thereof. Applications of MEMS/NEMS in various industries as well as in research and development are also covered in this course. Requirements related to the proper operation of MEMS/NEMS devices together with the factors that affect its performance such as materials selection, micro-fabrication processes, and control are likewise included.