COURSES OF INSTRUCTION.
The Subjects of Instruction in Engineering are grouped into nine
classes, each designated by a distinctive number for each term, the lecture
and laboratory courses being likewise differentiated. This grouping follows
the arrangement shown below:
| Mathematics |
100 to 199 |
| Physics |
200 to 299 |
| Chemistry |
300 to 399 |
| Geology and Mining |
400 to 499 |
| Mechanics |
500 to 599 |
| Drawing and Shop-work |
600 to 699 |
| Civil Engineering |
700 to 799 |
| Mechanical Engineering |
800 to 899 |
| Electrical Engineering |
900 to 999 |
Lecture courses are listed in the first fifty numbers of all classes; laboratory
or practice courses are listed in the second fifty numbers of all
classes. The same numbers are used in all schedules of lecture hours,
laboratory periods and examination days.
MATHEMATICS.
Freshman Mathematics. [Page and Luck.]
9-10, M. W. F.
100. Trigonometry.
A complete course in plane and spherical trigonometry is pursued with
constant drill in the solution of problems, and exercises in the use of
logarithms. (Fall.)
101. College Algebra.
The work begins with the progressions and proceeds with the study
of the binomial formula, of the convergence and divergence of series, and
of the binomial, exponential and logarithmic series. The study of inequalities
and determinants prepares for the theory of equations, with which
the course is closed. (Winter.)
102. Analytical Geometry.
In this elementary course the study of Cartesian and polar coördinates
is followed by numerous exercises on the graphical representation of equations.
Special attention is given to the straight line and the representation
of the general equation of the first degree in two variables. The course
is intended to prepare for the fuller study of the analytical geometry of
the conic sections. (Spring.)
Sophomore Mathematics. [Echols.]
12-1, M. W. F.
103. Conic Sections.
This course in analytical geometry reviews the topics of Course 102
and completes the study of the conic in its particular and general forms.
A brief examination of curves referred to polar coördinates is then followed
by the special study of a number of classical curves. (Fall.)
104. Differential Calculus.
The differential calculus is expounded and illustrated by exercises in
the expansion of functions, evaluation of indeterminate forms and problems
of maximum and minimum for functions of one variable. The method
is then applied to the geometry of curves, tangencies, curvature, envelopes
and curve tracing. (Winter.)
105. Integral Calculus.
The integral calculus is taken up; the integral is defined, and exercises
in elementary integration prepare for the application to numerous
problems in lengths, areas and volumes. When time permits a brief introduction
to ordinary differential equations will be given. (Spring.)
PHYSICS.
200-201-202. General Physics. [Hoxton.]
11-12, T. Th. S.
The elements of mechanics, sound, heat, electricity and magnetism,
and light. Instruction is given by lectures, text-books, recitations, and
problems, with experimental demonstrations. (Fall, Winter, Spring.)
203-204. Electricity and Magnetism. [Hoxton.]
3 hours a week.
The elements of the mathematical theory and an introduction to modern
ideas of electricity are given. (Fall and Winter.)
250-251-252. General Physics Laboratory. [Sparrow and Assistants.]
9-11; 12-2; or 3-5, M. W. F.
This course accompanies 200-1-2. Emphasis is laid upon fundamental
principles and the phenomena which underlie engineering problems. Written
reports of laboratory work are required. Problem work and oral recitation
on Friday. (Fall, Winter, Spring.)
253-254. Electricity and Magnetism Laboratory. [Hoxton.]
3-5, T. Th.
This course accompanies 203-4. Emphasis is laid upon methods of
standardizing and experimental studies in the behavior and underlying principles
of measuring instruments and other electric apparatus. (Fall and
Winter.)
CHEMISTRY.
300-301-302. General Chemistry. [Bird.]
10-11, T. Th. S.
The fundamental principles and phenomena of inorganic, organic and
physical chemistry are discussed, and the foundations of analytical chemistry
are dealt with at appropriate places. The time is mainly devoted to
inorganic phenomena. No previous study of chemistry is demanded. (Fall,
Winter, Spring.)
309-310-311. Organic Chemistry. [Edgar and Pratt.]
9-10, M. W. F.
This course is intended to serve as an introduction to the general subject
of organic chemistry, including chemical synthesis and the theories
of molecular structure, as applied to the compounds of carbon. General
Chemistry prerequisite. (Fall, Winter, Spring.)
330-331-332. Analytical Chemistry B. [Dunnington.]
10-11, T. Th. S.
First term: Chemical manipulation and blowpipe analysis. Second
term: Inorganic qualitative analysis of ores of lead, gold and silver.
Third term: Practice in the analysis of salts, alloys and ores, and the
examination of potable water, coal, limestone, clay and so on, including simple
quantitative determinations. Weekly written exercises are required.
(Fall, Winter, Spring.)
333-334-335. Analytical Chemistry C. [Dunnington.]
10-11, M. W. F.
After some training in manipulation and gravimetric estimations, the
class pursues volumetric estimations and a full course in quantitative
analysis of minerals, ores, coal, soil, iron and steel, technical products, and
so on. Weekly written exercises are required. As the student advances in
the course he is encouraged to undertake original research and assist in its
prosecution. (Fall, Winter, Spring.)
336-337-338. Industrial Chemistry. [Dunnington.]
3-4:30, M. W. F.
Fall term: Metallurgy and uses of iron, steel, copper and all the other
important metals; manufacture of pottery, brick, lime, cement and explosives.
Winter term: Manufacture of acids, alkalies, salts, fertilizers
and glass; preparation of foods and waters. Spring term: Preparation of
corn products and flavorings; chemistry of dyeing, tanning, rubber, paints,
disinfectants, lighting, heating and refrigeration. Weekly exercises in
chemical computations are required.
303-304-305. Physical Chemistry. [Edgar.]
11-12, M. W. F.
The calculus is required, and previous training in physics is desirable.
This course will include work upon such topics as the gas laws, the kinetic
theory of gases, the properties of dilute solutions, osmotic pressure, the
determination of molecular weights, mass action, reaction velocity and
equilibrium, electrolysis and electrolytic dissociation, the phase rule, etc.
General Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry prerequisite. (Fall, Winter,
Spring.)
Laboratory Courses.
350-351-352. General Chemistry. [Bird and Instructors.]
12-2, T. Th. S.
359-360-361. Organic Chemistry. [Edgar and Pratt.]
2-4, M. W. F.
380-381-382. Analytical Chemistry. [Dunnington and Instructor.]
9-10 and 12-2 T. Th. S.
383-384-385 Advanced Analytical Chemistry. [Dunnington and Instructor.]
12 hours a week.
353-354-355. Physical Chemistry. [Edgar.]
9 hours a week.
The Chemical Journal Club meets every other Thursday from 11 a. m.
to 12 m., for the critical review and discussion of various topics of interest
in current chemical literature, and of such chemical researches as may be
in progress in the university.
Advanced courses are given in Organic Chemistry (C2), and in Inorganic
Chemistry (D1). These courses are described in the General Catalogue,
and are recommended to all students of Chemical Engineering who
desire to prepare for the prosecution of research work.
GEOLOGY AND MINING.
400-401-402. Engineering Geology. [Watson.]
1-2, M. T. W.
A course of three lectures a week and three hours for private study.
Special emphasis is given to the study of common rock-forming minerals
and rocks, building stones and ores. The divisions of dynamical, structural
and physiographical geology are covered in considerable detail, and
the practical applications of the topics treated to engineering work are
pointed out. (Fall, Winter, Spring.)
403-404-405. Economic Geology. [Watson.]
12-1, M. T. W.
This course is designed to give a general but comprehensive account
of the origin, nature, distribution and uses of the metallic and non-metallic
products of the earth with especial reference to those of the United States.
Lectures and collateral reading six hours a week. (Fall, Winter, Spring.)
406-407. Petrography. [Watson.]
This course aims to give a full knowledge of the determination of the
common rock-forming minerals and rocks in thin sections under the microscope.
It includes discussion of the microscopic structure, mineralogical
composition, genetic relations, and distribution of igneous, sedimentary,
and metamorphic rocks. Lectures and preparation to the amount of nine
hours per week. (Winter, Spring.)
420-421-422. Mining. [Thornton.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
Mine surveying, exploitation of mines, mining machinery and the uses
of electricity in mining. (Fall, Winter, Spring.)
Laboratory Courses.
450-451-542. Engineering Geology. [Garrett.]
6 hours a week.
453-454-455. Economic Geology. [Watson.]
6 hours a week.
45x-456-457. Petrography. [Garrett.]
9 hours a week.
MECHANICS.
Freshman and Sophomore Mathematics and General Physics are prerequisite.
Free use is made of analytical geometry and the calculus; unprepared
students will not be registered for these courses.
Theoretical Mechanics. [Thornton.]
10-11, M. W. F.
500. Statics and Elementary Dynamics.
Fundamental dynamical principles and the Newtonian laws of motion.
Statics of the material particle, of the plane lamina, and of solid bodies
in three dimensions; equilibrium of rigid bodies and of flexible cables;
friction; centers of gravity; work and energy. Uniform motion; uniformly
varied motion; projectile motion; simple harmonic motion; pendulum motion.
Elementary dynamics of rotation. (Fall.)
501. Dynamics of a Particle.
More advanced treatment of the dynamics of a particle. Rectilinear
motion; harmonic motion; meteoric motion; pendulum motion; planetary
motion; motion in a resisting medium; oscillatory motion. (Winter.)
502. Dynamics of a Rigid Body.
General equations for the motion of a rigid body; moments of inertia;
motions of rigid bodies about fixed axes, parallel to fixed planes, and
around fixed points; the compound pendulum; the top; balancing of engines.
(Spring.)
Junior Applied Mechanics. [Thornton.]
9-10, M. T. W.
503. Strength of Materials.
Fundamental laws of stress and strain; experimental methods for the
determination of the strength and elasticity of elastic solids; ties and struts;
beams of constant and varied sections; beam deflections by both direct
and accelerated methods; columns under both axial and eccentric loads;
struts and ties under lateral loads; reinforced concrete slabs and beams.
(Fall.)
504. Hydrostatics and Hydraulics.
Fundamental laws of the equilibrium of fluids; strength and stability
of tanks, boiler shells, thick pipes, reservoir walls, lock walls, and dams.
Elementary principles of the motion of fluids; efflux from orifices; discharge
over weirs; flow in pipes and canals; gauging the flow of water in natural
and artificial channels. (Winter.)
505. Hydraulic Motors and Pumps.
Principles of linear and angular momentum and their applications;
water wheels; radial, axial, and mixed flow reaction turbines; impulse
turbines; centrifugal and turbine pumps, both single-stage and multi-stage;
reciprocating pumps; pumping mains; hydraulic transmission of power;
water hammer and inertia strains in hydraulic transmission lines. (Spring.)
Senior Applied Mechanics. [Thornton.]
10-11 T. Th. S.
506. Stability of Structures.
Framed structures under dead and live loads; cantilever bridges; draw
bridges; truss deflections; statically indeterminate structures; mill buildings;
cables and suspension bridges; elastic arches; masonry arches; earth
pressure and retaining walls; foundations. (Winter.)
507. Canal and River Engineering.
General laws of river flow; standard methods for gauging river flow;
problems of regulation and flood control; canalization of rivers; navigable
and irrigation canals; reservoirs and dams; locks and lock gates; weirs
and navigation passes; movable dams; hydraulic power plants; hydraulic
transmissions of power. (Spring.)
Applied Mechanics Laboratory. [Lapham.]
553. Structural Materials.
Practice is given in commercial and research testing. Included in the
usual tests are: Standard tests for Portland cement; tensile tests of structural
steel; transverse tests for cast-iron; testing of wires; determination of
the modulus of elasticity for various materials; transverse tests of timber;
torsion and compression tests of steel. Wherever practicable, the Standards
of the American Society for Testing Materials are used as a guide and reference.
(Fall.)
554. Fuels and Lubricants.
Standard methods for sampling coal; the determination of the heating
value of coals with the bomb calorimeter, with a study of current methods
for computing the cooling correction; the proximate analysis of coal; the
heating value of gases with the Junker calorimeter; the determination of
viscosity, flash and fire point, chill point, and specific gravity of oils; the coefficient
of friction for lubricants. (Spring.)
(Written reports following accepted engineering forms constitute an
important part of these courses.)
DRAWING.
Freshman Drawing: Lecture Courses.
11-12, T. Th. S.
600. Practical Geometry. [Thornton.]
Fundamental problems of plane geometry with applications to the
mensuration of rectilinear and curvilinear figures; conic sections and the
methods of constructing these curves; the orthographic projection of polyhedra
and of the three round bodies in erect and oblique positions; sections
of curved surfaces by planes and intersections; the mensuration of solids
and Simpson's rule; the graphical solution of equations; and the theory and
use of the Polar Planimeter. (Fall.)
601. Machine Construction. [Hancock.]
Study of the hand and machine tools in the wood and machine shops,
their functions, construction, and operation; free-hand sketching of machine
parts; elementary problems in the computation of shafting, belting,
rope drives, toothed gears, etc. Problems are assigned the student to guide
him in the study of each machine. (Winter.)
Freshman Drawing: Practice Courses. [Assistants.]
11-2, M. W.
Each student executes one finished plate 15″×20″ weekly. These plates
are drawn under the supervision of the instructors and must be neatly finished,
lettered and dimensioned. Every student is required to make tracings
and blue prints of a certain number of his own plates.
650. Mechanical Drawing.
This course embraces training in technique, practice in lettering, and
the graphical solution in the weekly plates of a series of problems in practical
plane and solid geometry, and in graphical algebra and trigonometry.
(Fall.)
651. Machine Drawing.
Finished plates consisting of detailed working drawings of machine
parts. The drawings are made, in part, from free-hand sketches from the
machine itself, and, in part from designs and specifications worked out by
the student. (Winter.)
652. Topographical Drawing.
In this course the conventional methods of making topographical maps
are carefully taught. Each student is required to become reasonably proficient
in the preparation of such maps. Particular attention is paid to the
study of contoured plans and the solution of problems based on them. The
associated lecture and field courses are 700 and 750. (Spring.)
Sophomore Drawing: Lecture Courses.
11-12, M. W. F.
603. Graphical Statics. [Thornton.]
The necessary preparation is such knowledge of experimental mechanics
as is given in Physics 200. Graphical methods in mechanics; problems
in the composition and resolution of forces and moments; determination
by graphical methods of centers of gravity, and moments of inertia;
construction of strain sheets for the simpler forms of roof and bridge
trusses; study of the stability of dams and walls; calculation of internal
stress in girders, and beam deflections. (Fall.)
604. Descriptive Geometry. [Thornton.]
The fundamental problems on the point, line, and plane are carefully
studied, with applications to the construction of shadows on polyhedra and
to the graphical statics of force-systems in three dimensions. The projections,
tangencies, sections, and intersections of curved surfaces are then
taken up, with applications to the determination of shades and shadows on
such surfaces. The course concludes with an elementary theory of linear
perspective. (Winter.)
605. Structural Design. [Thornton.]
Graphical Analysis and design of simple beam bridges; of reinforced
concrete slabs and beams; of plate girders; of retaining walls for earth; and
of simple types of framed structures. Special attention is given to the structures
important in highway engineering. (Spring.)
Sophomore Drawing: Practice Courses. [Assistant.]
12-2, T. Th. S.
The work of the course is the execution each week of a plate 15″×20″,
under the direction of a competent instructor. The problems assigned
are such as serve to illustrate the topics discussed in the associated lecture-courses
and develop power in the use of graphical methods. Each student
is required also to trace a certain number of his plates, to make blue prints
from his tracings, and to use the planimeter for the mensuration of areas
and volumes bounded by curved lines and surfaces.
653. Graphical Statics.
Fall.
654. Descriptive Geometry.
Winter.
655. Structural Drawing.
Spring.
SHOP-WORK.
Shop Instruction is given for its educational value. The purpose of
this Department is to train engineers, not artisans; and the claims of the
shops are not permitted to infringe on the truly vital functions of the laboratories,
the drafting rooms, and the lectures. [Hancock and Assistants.]
Courses 660, 661 are required of all students of engineering; 662, 663 of
students of mechanical and electrical engineering; 664 of mechanical engineering
students only.
660. Freshman Wood Shop.
3 hours a week.
Bench exercises in sawing, planing, boring, chiseling, tool sharpening.
Lathe exercises in turning between centers and on a face plate.
Machine tool exercises in the production of useful articles.
(Fall or Winter.)
661. Freshman Machine Shop.
3 hours a week.
Bench exercises in chipping and filing.
Engine lathe exercises in turning, boring, and thread cutting.
Machine tool exercises in drilling, planing, shaping, and milling.
(Fall or Winter.)
662. Junior Machine Shop.
6 hours a week.
Bench and machine-tool work in the construction of articles of commercial
value. An extension of course 661. (Fall.)
663. Pattern Making; Foundry; Forge Shop.
6 hours a week.
Simple solid and split patterns and core boxes; core making, moulding,
and casting; exercises in forging iron and steel; forging and tempering
center punches, cold chisels, lathe and planer tools. (Spring.)
664. Senior Machine Shop.
12 hours a week.
A continuation of course 662. More intricate and complicated pieces
are constructed and a broader understanding and improved technique are
developed. (Winter.)
CIVIL ENGINEERING.
700. Plane Surveying. [Newcomb.]
11-12, T. Th. S.
Lectures on the theory, uses, and adjustments of the Compass, Level,
Transit, and Stadia; the Computations of Surveying; the methods and
proper conduct of Land, Mine, City, Topographic, and Hydrographic Surveys.
Practical class exercises illustrating the subject matter of the lectures
are assigned to the students throughout the entire course. (Spring.)
701. Curves and Earthwork. [Newcomb.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
Lectures on Simple, Compound, Transition and Vertical Curves; the
form of Excavations and Embankments, Earthwork Surveys, Computation
of Volumes, Formation of Embankments, Computation of Haul, Cost of
Earthwork, Blasting. Practical exercises in Map Drawing and Topography.
(Fall.)
702. Railroad Engineering. [Newcomb.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
Lectures on Reconnoissance and Preliminary Surveys, Office Location,
Field Location; the construction, maintenance and operation of Railroads.
Special attention is given to questions of Railway Economics. (Winter.)
703. Roads; Streets; Street Railways. [Newcomb.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
Lectures on the Principles of Road Location; the Construction and
Maintenance of Earth Roads, Broken Stone Roads, Gravel Roads; the
pavements for City Streets and Sidewalks; the Location and Construction
of Street Railways. (Spring.)
704. Masonry Construction. [Newcomb.]
1-2, Th. F. S.
Lectures on the Materials of Construction; Foundations; the design
and construction of Dams, Retaining Walls, Bridge Piers and Abutments,
Culverts, Arches; the Theory of Reinforced Concrete; the design and construction
of the simpler Reinforced Concrete Structures. Practical exercises
in the design of Masonry Structures and Structural Drawing. (Fall.)
705. Short Span Bridges. [Newcomb.]
1-2, Th. F. S.
Lectures on the design and construction of standard types of Steel and
Timber Bridges. (Winter.)
706. Long Span Bridges. [Newcomb.]
1-2, Th. F. S.
Lectures on the design and construction of the more intricate Single
Span Trusses, Cantilever Bridges, Steel Arches, Continuous Girders, and
Swing Bridges. (Spring.)
707. Waterworks and Sewers. [Newcomb.]
12-1, Th. F. S.
Lectures on the quality, sources, collection, conveyance, purification,
and distribution of City Water Supplies; the laws of flow in pipe lines
and aqueducts; the drainage of houses and streets; the collection and
conveyance of sewage; the disposal of sewage; the construction and maintenance
of works. Practical exercises in the design of pipe lines and
sewers. (Fall.)
708. Reinforced Concrete. [Newcomb.]
12-1, Th. F. S.
Lectures on the Theory of Reinforced Concrete, the Design and Construction
of selected types of Reinforced Concrete structures. Practical
exercises in the design of Reinforced Concrete structures, and Structural
Drawing. (Winter.)
750. Field Surveying. [Newcomb and Assistants.]
9 hours a week.
This course supplements 700, Plane Surveying, and consumes three
afternoons a week throughout the Spring Term of the Freshman year.
The student is taught the use of the Chain, Tape, Compass, Level, Transit,
Stadia, and Plane Table. The parallel work in the drawing-room (652)
consists in making Computations, Scale Drawings, Profiles, and Contoured
Maps from notes taken in the field. (Spring.)
751. Railroad Surveying. [Newcomb and Assistants.]
9 hours a week.
This course supplements 701, Curves and Earthwork, and consumes
three afternoons a week throughout the Fall Term of the Junior Year.
The class is divided into squads, each squad making complete Surveys,
Maps, Profiles, and Estimates for a mile of located line. (Fall.)
753. Road Material Testing. [Lapham and Assistant.]
Laboratory tests are made of both non-bituminous and bituminous
materials. Samples of stone from neighboring quarries are tested for
specific gravity, absorption, cementing power, toughness, and resistance
to abrasion. Crude petroleum, bituminous emulsions, road oils, asphalts,
tars, etc., are investigated with relation to the properties important for
highway construction. (Spring.)
755. Bridge Drafting. [Newcomb.]
12 hours a week.
This course accompanies 705, Short Span Bridges. Each student is
required to make complete design and detail drawings of one plate girder,
and one selected type of short span bridge truss. (Winter.)
756. Bridge Drafting. [Newcomb.]
12 hours a week.
This course accompanies 706, Long Span Bridges. Each student is
required to prepare stress sheets and drawings for selected types of long
span bridges. (Spring.)
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING.
800. Elementary Steam Engineering. [Hancock.]
1-2, Th. F. S.
A study of commercial fuels and their uses in the production of power;
of the properties of steam and the methods of measuring pressure, temperature
and humidity; of the design and construction of steam boilers,
chimneys, superheaters, economizers, feed-water heaters and condensers;
of the steam engine, steam turbine, pumps and injectors. Weekly problems
for private solution. (Fall.)
801. Steam Power Plants. [Hancock.]
1-2, Th. F. S.
The economic design and operation of steam power plants. The subject
is treated in lectures with assigned reading. Each student is expected
to produce during the term a complete design of a plant to satisfy assumed
conditions. (Winter.)
802. Machine Design. [Hancock.]
1-2, Th. F. S.
Straining actions in machine elements; friction and lubrication; riveted
fastenings, screws and screw fastenings; keys, cotters, and forced fits;
axles, shafting and couplings, journals and bearings; belt and rope transmissions;
toothed gearing. Weekly problems for private solution. (Spring.)
803. Internal Combustion Engines. [Hancock.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
A study of the thermal problems of internal combustion engines, gas
producers, air compressors and motors and hot air engines. Weekly
exercises and problems. (Fall.)
804. Steam Engines and Steam Turbines. [Hancock.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
A study of the thermal problems of steam engines, steam turbines and
refrigerating machinery. Weekly exercises and problems. (Winter.)
805. Engine Design. [Hancock.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
A study of the mechanical problems involved in the design of the
engines, which have been discussed in the two previous courses; inertia
effects, stresses; strength of parts, balancing, governing, etc. Weekly
exercises and problems. (Spring.)
806. Kinematics of Machines. [Hancock.]
11-12, Th. F. S.
A study of the applications of plane, spheric and screw motions in
machines. The course is principally devoted to valve gears, straight line
motions, cams, toothed wheels, and screw gears. Graphic methods are
employed and the work is almost wholly on the drawing board. (Fall.)
807. Locomotive Engineering. [Hancock.]
11-12, Th. F. S.
A study of the steam locomotive. The problems of inertia effects,
balancing, tractive force, track and train resistances, hauling capacity, etc.,
are treated in lectures. Clear physical conceptions are gained by careful
examination and study of the machine itself. For a knowledge of its
history and present development general reading and written reports are
required. (Winter.)
851-2-3. Mechanical Laboratory. [Lapham and Assistant.]
851. The work of these courses varies from year to year. Course 851 is
intended as a brief introductory course and may include: The calibration
and adjustment of gages; the calibration of thermometers; the measurement
of the flow of water by orifices and weir notches; the calibration
of piston and Venturi meters; the use of the separating calorimeter;
economy and capacity tests of a small steam pump. (Spring.)
852. The calibration of planimeters and indicators; valve setting;
determination of clearances; flue gas analysis; steam quality tests with
the throttling calorimeter; mechanical efficiency test of a steam engine;
economy test of a steam turbine; test of a gasoline engine; test of the
University Power Plant boilers. (Fall.)
853. This course is a continuation of 852. Complete test of a steam
engine; tests of a gasoline engine; guarantee test of a steam turbine, with
method of correcting to standard conditions; complete power plant test.
Particular stress is laid upon the preparation of clear and accurate engineering
reports. The Code of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers
is followed throughout. (Winter.)
860. Inspection. [Hancock.]
In this course a systematic effort is made to utilize the industrial
equipment within easy reach for the purposes of illustration and study.
Inspection tours are also arranged from time to time for study and
investigation. This work constitutes an important part of the instruction
in mechanical engineering.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING.
900. Elements of Electrical Engineering. [Rodman.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
Lectures treating fundamental principles of Electrical Engineering;
basic ideas and fundamental units discussed; magnetic circuits and continuous
electric currents treated in detail; electromagnetism carefully
studied. Special attention is given to the physical conceptions involved
and numerous assigned problems exemplify and broaden the theoretical
discussions. (Fall.)
901. Direct Current Machines. [Rodman.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
Lectures on the theory, construction, characteristics, and operation
of Direct Current Generators and Motors and the accessory apparatus
required for the proper management and control of these machines. The
principles of testing such machines are carefully discussed. Problems
illustrating the methods of calculation involved in continuous current
circuits and practical examples from standard engineering practice form
an important part of the work. (Winter.)
902. Periodic Currents. [Rodman.]
9-10, Th. F. S.
Lectures on electrostatic phenomena, variable currents, alternating
currents, and alternating current circuits, both single and polyphase. A
careful study is made of circuits with periodic currents and their characteristics
when resistance, inductive reactance and capacity reactance are
present in their various combinations. Extensive problem work is required
to facilitate the treatment of simple and complex circuits. (Spring.)
903. Alternating Current Machinery. [Rodman.]
11-12, Th. F. S.
Lectures on the theory, construction, characteristics, and operation of
Alternating Current Generators, Synchronous Motors, Rotary Converters,
and Transformers. These machines are considered as units and as integral
parts of electrical systems. The principles of testing such apparatus under
various conditions of loading are discussed and assigned problem work
illustrates the theory and practice. (Fall.)
904. Alternating Current Machinery. [Rodman.]
11-12, Th. F. S.
This course is a continuation of 903. The lectures treat more particularly
Alternating Current Motors, induction, series and repulsion types,
with their characteristics and control apparatus. Methods of testing are
outlined and graphical methods of calculation and predetermination of
operating characteristics are discussed. Problems taken from engineering
practice serve to broaden and fix the theoretical deductions. (Winter.)
905. Electric Power Transmission. [Rodman.]
11-12, Th. F. S.
Lectures on systems of transmission and distribution, with a detailed
consideration of the electrical characteristics of transmission lines; the
electrical equipment of stations and sub-stations, including generating
apparatus, switchboards, control systems and protective devices; systems
of transformation and the economic considerations which influence the
design of the complete electrical system. (Spring.)
906. Illumination and Photometry. [Rodman.]
12-1, Th. F. S.
Lectures on light, its physical properties; illuminants and their characteristics;
shades and reflectors; photometry, standards and apparatus;
illumination calculations for point and surface sources; principles of interior,
exterior, decorative, and scenic illumination. Problem work illustrating
computations necessary for the consideration of the Illuminating
Engineer are assigned. (Fall.)
907. Electric Traction. [Rodman.]
12-1, Th. F. S.
Lectures on the various types of electric motors for traction purposes,
controllers and systems of control, brakes, rolling stock, track, train performance,
and electric railway economics. A discussion with problems of
the complete electrification system for electric railways, including generating
apparatus, transmission, sub-stations and equipment, distribution,
and utilization of electrical energy for car propulsion. (Winter.)
908. Electrical Systems. [Rodman.]
10-11, Th. F. S.
Lectures dealing with the fundamentals of electrical circuits and machines;
utilization of electricity as a motive power in industrial activities.
This course gives a general survey of the electrical field more particularly
for the students of Civil Engineering. (Fall.)
941. Engineering Economics. [Rodman.]
10-11, Th. F. S.
Lectures and parallel reading on the economic considerations involved
in engineering problems. Optional course. (Spring.)
950-951-952. Direct Current Laboratory. [Rodman and Instructor.]
3-6, M. T. W. Th. F.
This course supplements 900-1. The laboratory work is devoted to a
study of electrical instruments, their use and manipulation; simple electrical
circuits and study of direct current apparatus and its operation;
characteristics of generators and motors. (Winter, 6 hours per week;
Spring, 3 hours per week.)
953-954-955. Alternating Current Laboratory. [Rodman.]
10-2, M.
This course supplements 903-4-5, dealing with measuring instruments
for alternating current circuits; series and parallel circuits and their characteristics;
polyphase circuits, balanced and unbalanced; and alternating
current generator, motor and transformer characteristics. (Fall, 4 hours
a week; Winter, 7; Spring, 4.)
956. Photometric Laboratory. [Rodman.]
10-1, W.
This course accompanies 906. Photometric tests are made upon different
types of incandescent lamps. The operating characteristics of incandescent
and arc lamps are studied. Tests of illumination, interior and
exterior, are carried out. Study of photometric standards and devices.
(Fall.)
The University of Virginia branch of the American Institute of Electrical
Engineers holds regular meetings for the discussion of periodical
literature and the exposition by resident and visiting engineers of present-day
problems in Electrical Engineering.
