Undergraduate Courses

ME102 Mechanical Engineering Orientation (2 0 2) (AKTS: 3)

An introduction to mechanical engineering and an explanation of the mechanical engineering program to the students. Mechanical Engineering undergraduate program curriculum, courses, policies are introduced. Students are exposed to historical development of engineering, engineering sciences, basic mechanical engineering fields, economic and environmental issues, ethics, health, and safety.

ME113 Computer Aided Engineering Drawing I (2 2 3) (AKTS: 6)

The course covers the following topics; introduction of engineering drawing and elements of engineering drawing, construction of geometrical entities, projection theory, orthographic drawing, isometric views, dimensioning and sectioning.

ME114 Computer Aided Engineering Drawing II (2 2 3) (AKTS: 4)

The course covers following topics; threaded fasteners and gears, surface quality and tolerances, general concepts in solid modelling, transferring solid models to drafting detailing, assembly modelling and assembling parts, surface modelling.

ME198 Computational Tools for Mechanical Engineers (2 2 3) (AKTS: 6)

Introduction to Matlab, data representation for computational purposes,plotting data,loop concepts and arrays,implementing basic algorithms to solve characteristic mechanical engineering problems

Summer Training I (0 0 0) (AKTS: 5)

In this course the students are required to spend a training period of 20 days in a firm acting in manufacturing industry. During the training, students will have the opportunity of observing manufacturing processes carried out and the relation between the manufacturing processes and the management functions.

ME202 Strength of Materials (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

The course covers the following topics; stress and strain concepts, axial load, statically indeterminate axially loaded members, thermal stress, torsion, angle of twist, statically indeterminate torque-loaded members, bending, eccentric axial loading of beams, transverse shear, shear flow in build-up members, combined loadings, stress and strain transformation, deflection of beams and shafts, statically indeterminate beams and shafts.

ME203 Statics (3 0 3) (AKTS: 6)

The course covers the following topics; statics of particles: forces in plane, forces in space, equilibrium, moment of a force, moment of a couple, equivalent systems of forces on rigid bodies, equilibrium in two dimensions, equilibrium in three dimensions, distributed forces: centroids and center of gravity, analysis of structures: trusses, frames and machines, internal forces in beams and cables, friction, moments of inertia of areas, moments of inertia of masses, method of virtual work.

ME206 Dynamics (3 0 3) (AKTS: 4)

The course covers the following topics; kinematics of particles, velocity and acceleration in rectangular, cylindrical, spherical and normal and tangential coordinates, rectilinear motion, relative motion, kinetics of particles; newton’s law of motion, equation of motion, work, impulse, momentum, principle of work and energy, principle of impulse and momentum, angular momentum, angular impulse and momentum principle, kinetics of systems of particles, planar kinematics of rigid bodies, instantaneous center of rotation, planar kinetics of rigid bodies, three dimensional kinematics of rigid bodies, three dimensional kinetics of rigid bodies.

ME210 Manufacturing Processes (3 2 4) (AKTS: 5)

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction of a number of manufacturing processes. It is an overview course discussing a wide variety of manufacturing processes. Emphasis will be given to some common manufacturing methods used in industry such as metal cutting, casting, powder metallurgy, sheet metal forming, welding, bulk forming and shaping processes.

ME211 Thermodynamics I (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers the following topics; system and its surroundings, properties of a substance, thermodynamic equilibrium, ideal gas equation of state, energy, transfer of energy between system and its surrounding, change state and thermodynamic process, reversible and irreversible processes, simple system, enthalpy, constant-volume and constant-pressure specific heats, pure substance thermodynamic surfaces, the first law of thermodynamics for a control volume, the second law of thermodynamics, entropy, numerical value of entropy, the second law of thermodynamics for a control volume.

ME212 Thermodynamics II (3 0 3) (AKTS: 7)

The course covers the following topics; irreversibility and availability, vapor power and refrigeration cycles, air standard power and refrigeration cycles, thermodynamic relations, ideal gas mixtures, gas and vapor mixtures, chemical reactions, chemical equilibrium.

ME300 Summer Training II (0 0 0) (AKTS: 5)

In this course, the students are required to do a minimum of four weeks (20 working days) summer practice in a suitable factory, a power station, or an engineering design and consultancy office. They are expected to get acquainted with a real business environment by studying various managerial and engineering practices through active participation. A report is to be submitted to reflect the student’s contributions.

ME301 Theory of Machines I (3 0 3) (AKTS: 4)

Introduction to mechanisms: basic concepts, degree of freedom, types of mechanisms. Position, velocity and acceleration analyses of linkages. Four link mechanisms. Gear trains. Static and dynamic force analyses of linkages.

ME302 Theory of Machines II (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

virtual work method. Machine-prime mover interaction (Flywheels). Modeling and elements of vibratory systems. Free and forced vibrations of single-degree-of-freedom systems. Vibration isolation

ME303 Fluid Mechanics I (3 0 3) (AKTS: 4)

Introduction fundamental concepts and fluid properties, description and classification of fluid motion, fluid statics, buoyancy and stability concepts of system and control volume, derivation and application of basic equations in integral form for a control volume, laminar and turbulent flows in pipes and ducts, major and minor losses.

ME304 Fluid Mechanics II (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Derivation of fundamental equations in differential form (continuum, momentum and energy equations) and their applications. Analysis of incompressible and inviscid flows. Stream function and velocity potential. Derivation and application of Bernoulli equation. Irrotational flows. Dimensional analysis and similitude. Analysis of laminar and turbulent boundary layers. Analysis of flow around immersed bodies: Calculation of drag and lift forces. Introduction to compressible flow. Definition of speed of sound and analysis of isentropic, one-dimensional compressible flows.

ME307 Machine Elements I (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

The course covers the following topics; stress analysis, design criteria for static strength, design criteria for fatigue strength, permanent joints, welded, soldered, adhesive bonded and riveted joints, nonpermanent joints, bolted joints, power screws, keys, pins, knuckles and press fitted, tight fitted and conical fitted connections, shafts and axles, springs.

ME308 Machine Elements II (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

The course covers the following topics; lubricants and lubrication theory, sliding and rolling bearings, design of gear drives, spur, helical and bevel gears, spiral and worm gear mechanisms, design of couplings, clutches and brakes, design of belt-pulley mechanisms, design of chain gear mechanisms, friction drives.

ME312 Experimentation and Measurement (3 2 4) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers following subjects: fundamentals of measurement, statistical analysis of measured quantities, uncertainty in measurement, basic measurement tools. Additionally, experiments on measurement of basic physical quantities will be carried out by the student.

ME313 Heat Transfer (4 0 4) (AKTS: 4)

The course covers the following subjects; introduction to heat transfer, heat transfer mechanisms, dimensional analysis, steady heat conduction, thermal resistances, fins, transient conduction, lumped capacitance method, product solutions, numerical methods in steady heat conduction and in transient heat conduction, forced convection; boundary layers, laminar and turbulent flow, convective transfer boundary layer equations, dimensionless parameters, Reynolds analogy, external forced convection, empirical correlations, internal flow correlations, natural convection, thermal radiation, radiation heat transfer between black bodies, between diffuse gray surfaces, radiation exchange with emitting and absorbing gases

ME331 Numerical Methods for Mechanical Engineers (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers following topics; approximations and error, roots of equations, solving systems of linear equations, curve fitting and interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, solving ordinary differential equations, initial value problems and boundary value problems. The applications of listed topics are carried out using MATLAB.

ME407 Innovative Engineering Analysis And Design (1 4 3) (AKTS: 4)

Good design practice,Creativity in the development of design concepts,Quality engineering work including analytical and physical modeling,Timely and well-conceived experiments and hands-on activities,Professional oral and written communications,Diligent level of effort toward well-defined milestones,Discipline in meeting personal and group obligations

ME408 Innovative Engineering Design And Implementation (2 4 4) (AKTS: 8)

This course is a project based synthesis of the methods of Mechanical Engineering covered in other courses. Teams of students and professors work on real-world projects sponsored by industry to develop implementable solutions. This course is the extension of ME 407. Project teams aim to implement the system designed in ME 407. Implemented systems are then tested for verification.

ME413 Mechanical Engineering Laboratory I (1 4 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers following subjects: methods of mechanical measurements (strain gages, load cells, displacement sensors, inertial measurement units, etc.) and related actuators (DC motors, servo motors, step motors, etc.). Experiments, which involve mechanical measurements, will be carried out by each student on prototype systems devised by the student himself/herself.

ME414 Mechanical Engineering Laboratory II (1 4 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers the following topics: thermal and flow measurement methods (pressure measurement, flow measurement, temperature measurement) and related actuators (pumps, compressors, blowers, fans). Experiments involving thermal and fluid measurements will be carried out by each student on prototype systems designed by the student himself.

ME431 System Dynamics (3 0 3) (AKTS: 3)

Modeling of physical systems. Mechanical, electrical, fluid and thermal system elements. Linearization. State variables. Evaluation of system equations in the form of A-matrices. Physical, canonical and phase variables. Time responses of systems. Frequency responses of systems. 

ME402 Introduction to Finite Element Analysis (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

The course will provide the basic fundamentals of the finite element analysis (FEA). Beginning with simple one-dimensional problem, continuing to two- and three-dimensional elements, and ending with some applications in heat transfer and solid mechanics. Covers modeling, mathematical formulation, and computer implementation.

ME403 English Name Design of Composite Structures (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers the following topics; lamina stress-strain relationships, effective moduli of a continuous fiber reinforced lamina, strength of continuous fiber-reinforced lamina, analysis of lamina hygrothermal behavior, analysis of discontinuously reinforced lamina, analysis of laminates, design of a composite structure and presentation.

ME406 Mechanical Vibrations (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers following topics; basic definitions, single degree of freedom systems: equations of motion, undamped and damped vibrations, free and forced vibrations, response of systems to external excitations, vibration isolation, two degree of freedom systems: equations of motion, coordinate transformation, principal coordinates, vibration modes, torsional vibration, introduction to multi-degree of freedom systems.

ME410 Metal Cutting (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers following topics; cutting theory; basic orthogonal cutting mechanics, measurement of tool forces, Ernst and Merchant Theory, friction, tool life and tool wear, cutting economics, cutting fluids and their effects on cutting, cutting tool temperature and calculations, cutting force, power, machining time calculations and machining parameters-cutting velocity, feedrate, depth of cut in turning, drilling boring, shaping, planing, milling operations.

ME415 Design of Thermal Systems (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Fundementals of thermal systems, the role of design in engineering practice, fans, pumps, pipe flow, heat exchanger design and analysis, dynamic behaviour of the thermal systems, optimization methods, application of optimization on thermal systems.

ME416 Design of Mechanical Systems (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Three-dimensional stress analysis, static design criteria for ductile and brittle materials, mechanical design for creep, dynamic effects on design; dynamic force analysis, control of natural frequency, instantaneous impect effects, methods of optimization; simple derivative, Lagrange multipliers, and linear programming. A term project involving machine design will be assigned to the students.

ME417 Design of Mechanisms and Machines(3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Mechanism design. Kinematic synthesis, Cam design, Optimization in the design of mechanisms, Balancing in mechanisms.

ME421 Additive Manufacturing (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers following topics; Basic principles and development of additive manufacturing, generalized process chain, Vat photopolymerization, powder bed fusion, extrusion-based processes, material jetting, sheet lamination and directed energy deposition processes, direct write technologies, low cost systems, process selection guidelines, post processing and software issues, direct digital manufacturing, design for additive manufacturing, rapid tooling, applications, business opportunities and future directions of the method.

ME422 Automated Material Handling and Storage Systems Mechanical Design (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers following topics; Basic principles and development of automated material handling and storage systems, generalized logistics processes, mechanical design parameters of handling systems, automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS), types of ASRS, mechanical design considerations of ASRS, vertical carousel, horizontal carousel, fixed aisle robotics, automated guided vehicles (AGV), mechatronic design of handling and storage systems, sensing the loads and movement, connecting ASRS to the factory and corporate information systems, role of ASRS systems in Industry 4.0, applications of ASRS systems.

ME423 Industrial Fluid Power (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Basic principles. Hydraulic components: pumps and motors, cylinders, valves, tanks. Hydraulic systems and hydraulic circuits. Pneumatic components and systems. Practical and theoretical experience in the design and implementation of control systems for real fluid power systems

ME424 Introduction to Construction Machinery (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Classifications of the construction and hydraulic mobile machines. Engineering design principles of Construction Machineries intended for offroad use. Earth-Machine interactions and design   considerations, Introduction to Terramechanics. Construction Machine Attachment and Power Considerations. Construction Machine Layout Considerations. Engine and Power Supply Systems of Construction Machinery. Introduction to Construction Machinery Sub-systems (Final Drive Systems, Suspension Systems, Brake Systems)

ME430 Applications of Solar Energy (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Radiant energy transfer, absorption and reflection and its application to solar exchangers; energy balances for solar energy devices; Design methods for heating of buildings by solar energy. Active and passive solar applications; economics, and practice of solar energy applications, photovoltaic systems.

ME433 Fluid Machinery (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Introduction to turbomachines. Pumps; centrifugal, axial and mixed flow pumps. Pump testing and pump performance characteristics. Dimensional analysis and similitude. Design of centrifugal pumps. Cavitation in pumps. Hydraulic turbines; pelton turbines, Francis, Kaplan and propeller turbines. Recent developments in turbines. Hydroelectric power stations.

ME435 Combustion Processes (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Fundamentals of combustion, flame structure, flame speed, flammability, ignition, stirred reaction, kinetics and non-equilibrium processes, pollutant formation. Application to engines, energy production and fire safety. Commercial software will be used.

ME440 Internal Combustion Engines (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Principles of SI and CI engine operation, 4-stroke and 2-stroke engines, ideal and theroretical cycles, thermal efficiency, fuels and combustion, induction, compression,combustion and expansion-exhaust processes, mixture preparation in SI and CI engines, fuel systems, engine characteristics, emissions

ME444 Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course is designed to highlight the major automation-related subjects, and how to integrate elements of a production system. Special emphasis will be given on industrial robotics, robot programming and flexible manufacturing systems (FMS). Laboratory exercises will deal with robotic programming and experiment with FMS systems. The elements of a flexible manufacturing environment such as CNC machines, robots, conveyors are modeled and operated via OpenCIM software package.

ME445 Computer Aided Design (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers the following topics; CAD systems and architecture; geometric modeling of curves, surfaces, and solids; geometric transformations; visual realization techniques; graphics manipulation; FEM mesh generation; and tool path generation. Additionally, a commonly used commercial CAD/CAE software is introduced in this course.

ME451 Non-Destructive Testing of Materials (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Theory and basic principles of non-destructive testing techniques, materials behavior and main failure modes, destructive materials characterization, probability and detection, radiographic inspection, ultrasonic inspection, Eddy-current inspection, magnetic inspection, acoustic emission.

ME452 Welding Technologies (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Welding processes; fusion welding and solid state welding, brazing and soldering, adhesive bonding, mechanical fastening. Design considerations for welding. Welding metallurgy of ferrous alloys: carbon steels, stainless steels. Welding metallurgy of nonferrous alloys: aluminum alloys, nickel alloys, titanium alloys, copper alloys, magnesium alloys. Weld discontinuities and defects. Testing and inspection of welds (destructive and non-destructive testing, quality and safety). Codes and standards.

ME463 Computational Fluid Dynamics (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

Navier-Stokes equations in integral form, boundary conditions,Unstructured grid generation, Finite Volume method, convective and diffusive fluxes, Eulerbackward/forward time integration, Turbulence and its modeling, zero, one and two equation turbulence models, analyzing the heat transfer and fluid dynamics problems with CFD techniques.

ME473 Introduction to Microfluidics (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers following subjects; review of fundamental aspects of fluid mechanics; scaling laws and flow transport in small length scales; capillary-driven and pressure-driven flows in microchannels; electro-kinetic based microflows; microflow manipulation; review of common microfabrication techniques in microfluidics; microfluidic applications. There will be laboratory practices to demonstrate microflows.

ME481 Introduction to Microelectromechanical Systems (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

This course covers the following topics; introduction; overview of Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) and microsystems, working principles of microsystems, scaling laws and miniaturization, materials for MEMS and microsystems, microfabrication techniques, transducers, ways of transduction, microsystem design and packaging.

ME113 Computer Aided Engineering Drawing I (2 2 3) (AKTS: 6)

The course covers the following topics; introduction of engineering drawing and elements of engineering drawing, construction of geometrical entities, projection theory, orthographic drawing, isometric views, dimensioning and sectioning.

ME210 Manufacturing Processes (3 2 4) (AKTS: 5)

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction of a number of manufacturing processes. It is an overview course discussing a wide variety of manufacturing processes. Emphasis will be given to some common manufacturing methods used in industry such as metal cutting, casting, powder metallurgy, sheet metal forming, welding, bulk forming and shaping processes.

ME215 Fundamentals of Thermal Systems  (3 0 3) (AKTS: 5)

The course covers basic definitions, energy concept, basic heat transfer mechanisms, energy analysis in closed and open systems, classification of fluids, flow kinematics, internal flow and external flow.