Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering OpenCourseWare

  • Dynamics and Vibration OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering Course by MIT

    This OpenCourseWare,'Dynamics and Vibration,' is offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The course is an introduction to the roles of dynamics and vibrations in mechanical systems. Students enrolled in engineering degree programs, including the Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, will find this undergraduate-level information helpful. Prior calculus coursework is recommended for students interested in this course.

  • Feedback Control Systems OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Undergraduate Class on Feedback Control Systems Design

    The 'Analysis and Design of Feedback Control Systems' OpenCourseWare, offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Department of Mechanical Engineering, provides information on using linear transfer function system models to explore the fundamental principles of feedback control. This is an undergraduate course appropriate for students earning a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering who desire a basic understanding of feedback control systems.

  • Fluid Mechanics OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level Fluid Mechanics Course by USU

    Take a close look at the movements of liquids and gases, and study the forces related to each. Utah State University's (USU) OpenCourseWare version of 'Fluid Mechanics,' is intended for undergraduate-level students studying Engineering, Physics and Mathematics.

  • Heat and Mass Transfer OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Bachelor Level Thermal Science Course

    The Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MITs) advanced course on heat and mass transfer is available as an OpenCourseWare. 'Intermediate Heat and Mass Transfer,' offered through the Department of Mechanical Engineering, takes an in-depth look at the concepts and problems of heat and mass transfer. This course is ideal for undergraduate students interested in thermal science with previous knowledge of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.

  • How and Why Machines Work OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Bachelor Level Machine Engineering Class

    Machines are tools that produce, alter or employ mechanical energy to perform a function. 'How and Why Machines Work,' an OpenCourseWare offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, investigates the science and technology behind a variety of machines. This course is recommended for undergraduate students, particularly those earning bachelor's degrees in Engineering or a related discipline.

  • Hydrodynamics OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Undergraduate Marine Hydrodynamics Class

    The Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) Department of Mechanical Engineering offers a free OpenCourseWare for its course 'Hydrodynamics.' This undergraduate course explores fluid mechanics equations, their development and their application to marine hydrodynamics and engineering. It is ideal for students earning a bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.

  • Marine Power and Propulsion OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level Course by MIT on Marine Power System Design

    'Marine Power and Propulsion' explores the power and propulsion systems of commercial and naval ships. Free OpenCourseWare is offered for this course by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Department of Mechanical Engineering. The undergraduate course is designed for students interested in marine power system design.

  • Mechanical Design OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Online Undergraduate Mechanical Design Course

    The 'Elements of Mechanical Design' is offered as a free OpenCourseWare by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) Department of Mechanical Engineering. Course materials provide undergraduate students with a solid understanding of machine elements and mechanical design, including fluid dynamics and solid mechanics. This course is recommended for students pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.

  • Mechanical Engineering (Boat Design) OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level Boat Design Class by MIT

    Students earning a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering can learn the fundamentals of traditional boat design through the OpenCourseWare materials from 'Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering: The Art and Science of Boat Design.' The course materials are made available by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Department of Mechanical Engineering and provide insight into the process of building a model boat to test a vessel's design.

  • Mechanical Engineering (Microelectromechanical Systems) OpenCourseWare: UC Berkeley's Free Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering Course

    Learn the fundamentals of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), including design, fabrication, bulk-micromachining and more, in this OpenCourseWare version of UC Berkeley's 'Introduction to MEMS (Microelectromechanical Systems).' This free undergraduate-level course is intended for students studying Electrical Engineering and related fields.

  • Mechanical Engineering Tools OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering Class

    'Mechanical Engineering Tools' is offered to undergraduate students earning bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering. The OpenCourseWare materials, provided by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) Department of Mechanical Engineering, introduce students to the machines and computer software tools commonly used in the field.

  • Mechanics and Materials I OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level Course by MIT on the Mechanics of Solids

    'Mechanics and Materials I' is an OpenCourseWare offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. This course studies the physical laws, mathematical concepts and computer-generated algorithms that are used by engineers and scientist to predict how materials will respond to mechanical and thermal loading. Undergraduate students, including those earning bachelor's degrees in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics can benefit from this course.

  • Mechanics and Materials II OpenCourseWare: A Free Advanced Bachelor Level Mechanical Engineering Course by MIT

    This OpenCourseWare is provided by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 'Mechanics and Materials II' focuses on the study of the properties of solid materials and the various behaviors demonstrated by these materials under loads. Undergraduate students interested in earning a bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mathematics or Physics will be challenged by this fascinating course.

  • Mechatronics OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate Mechatronics Course by MIT

    The 'Mechatronics' course materials provide an in-depth look at mechatronic systems, which combine concepts of mechanical, electronic and computer engineering, like your computer's hard drive. The course is part of the Mechanical Engineering bachelor's degree program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is recommended for undergraduate students with prior knowledge of electronics and feedback systems.

  • Modeling Dynamics and Control I OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Undergraduate Course on Dynamic Systems Modeling

    The application of current engineering theories is essential for understanding today's problems and deriving appropriate solutions. 'Modeling Dynamics and Control I' is an OpenCourseWare that is offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. This course emphasizes modeling, evaluating and controlling the dynamic processes in engineering methods. This course is recommended for undergraduate students earning bachelor's degrees in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.

  • Ocean Science and Engineering OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Undergraduate Ocean Engineering Class

    'Introduction to Ocean Science and Engineering' is a free course that is offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) as a part of the OpenCourseWare project. This course studies the basic uses of ocean science and engineering for investigating, monitoring and making use of ocean environments. This undergraduate-level course is ideal for students earning bachelor's degrees in Coastal Engineering, Marine Engineering, Physics or a related field.

  • Ocean Systems Design OpenCourseWare: A Free Online Bachelor Level Course by MIT on Ocean System Design

    In 'Design of Ocean Systems,' students continue studying the topics introduced in the 'Design of Systems Operating in Random Environments' OpenCourseWare. Both courses are made available as OpenCourseWare by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) Department of Mechanical Engineering. 'Design of Ocean Systems' further explores ocean engineering topics and provides students with the knowledge needed to understand and interpret data collected in the field and in the lab. This course is recommended for undergraduate students earning a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

  • Optics OpenCourseWare: A Free Online Bachelor Level Optical Science Course by MIT

    The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) offers a free OpenCourseWare for students with an interest in optical science. The 'Optics' course is part of the MIT Mechanical Engineering program and provides undergraduate students with a thorough introduction to optical science and its engineering applications.

  • Toy Product Design OpenCourseWare: A Free Online Undergraduate Course by MIT on Toy Design

    'Toy Product Design' is a part of the OpenCourseWare project sponsored by MIT. This course focuses on the design of consumer entertainment products from concept to the finished product. Undergraduate students who are interested in product design or completing engineering-related degree programs, will find this course interesting and beneficial.