ME 32000
Kinematic Analysis And Design
Purdue University Northwest · UGRD · Fall 2026
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Graphical, analytical, and computer techniques for analyzing displacements, velocities, and accelerations in mechanisms. Analysis and design of linkages, cams and gears. Laboratory projects include analysis, design, construction, and evaluation of mechanisms. Typically offered Fall Spring Summer. Prerequisite(s): MA 26400 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- AND (ME 11600 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- OR CE 11600 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D-) AND ME 27500 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- Course Learning Outcomes 1. Understand kinematics and fundamentals. 2. Perform graphical synthesis. 3. Perform mathematical analysis of mechanisms. 4. Perform velocity analysis of mechanisms. 5. Perform acceleration analysis of mechanisms. 6. Perform kinematic analysis of cams. 7. Perform kinematic analysis of gears. 8. Understand static force analysis. 9. Understand dynamic force analysis. View Class Schedule
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