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All Engineering courses are available only to students registered in the Faculty of Engineering unless indicated otherwise.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
2202A/B -
Mechanics of Materials
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Stress and strain, Mohr's stress circle, elastic and inelastic material idealizations, behavior of assemblages, shearing force and bending moment, stresses in beams, torsion of shafts.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
2204A/B -
Thermodynamics I
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Properties of a pure substance, first law of thermodynamics, processes in open and closed systems, second law of thermodynamics; ideal gases, compressors and energy conversion systems.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
2213A/B -
Engineering Dynamics
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Topics include: rectilinear, angular and curvilinear motion; kinetics of a particle, a translating rigid body and a rigid body in pure rotation; definitions of different energies and energy balance: power and efficiency; and linear impulse and momentum.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
2234A/B -
Heat Transfer and Dynamics
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To provide the student with an understanding of the basic concepts of heat transfer and the dynamics of particles and rigid bodies.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
2259A/B -
Product Design and Development
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Introduction to the engineering design and structured design methods. Topics include: mechanical design process; concept generation and evaluation; embodiment design; design for manufacture and assembly; design for product safety; principles of life-cycle engineering.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
2260A/B -
Industrial Materials
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The principles and practice of shaping and strengthening industrial materials.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
2273A/B -
Fluid Mechanics I
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Fluid properties, fluid statics including buoyancy and stability, one dimensional flow including continuity, energy, and momentum. Dimensional analysis and modelling. Flow in pipes and flow measurement. Some aspects of open channel flow. The drag and lift of bodies.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
2285A/B -
Engineering Experimentation
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Measurement of physical quantities; experiment planning and design; characteristics of measurement systems; calibration, linearity, accuracy, bias and sensitivity; data acquisition systems; sampling theorem; signal conditioning; sources of errors; uncertainty analysis; data analysis techniques; systems for the measurement of displacement; velocity; acceleration; force, strain, pressure, temperature, flow rate, etc.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
3303A/B -
Fluid Mechanics II
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Control volume method of analysis, equations of conservation of mass and momentum, flow kinematics, boundary layer, potential flow, bluff body aerodynamics, lubrication flow.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
3307A/B -
Heat Transfer
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Development of general energy equation for three dimensions. Steady state conduction in one and two dimensions. Transient heat conduction. Forced and natural convection heat transfer. Radiation heat transfer. Surface properties and shape factor.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
3334A/B -
Thermodynamics II
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This course emphasizes the application of thermodynamic principles to engineering systems and problem solving. Topics covered include: sonic velocity and compressible flow through nozzles, reciprocating and rotary compressors, availability and irreversibility in systems and processes, cycles, psychometry of air conditioning, thermodynamic relations and the generalized compressiblity charts, chemical reactions and equilibrium.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
3360A/B -
Finite Methods for Mechanical Engineering
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Linear finite element analysis using the direct equilibrium method and the principle of minimum potential energy. Focus on structural mechanics using spring and bar elements (including two-dimensional trusses), beam elements, two-dimensional plane stress/strain elements, axisymmetric elements, and isoparametric formulation. Concepts of heat transfer, fluid flow, and thermal stress also introduced.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
3379A/B -
Materials Selection
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Application of computer databases to materials selection. Identification of the composite property for a particular application. Case studies of materials selection using variable property emphases.
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Completion of second year of the Mechanical or Integrated Engineering program.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
3380A/B -
Mechanical Components Design
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The objective of this course is to consider the stress analysis and design of various components of a machine, e.g. an automobile.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
3381A/B -
Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines
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Displacement, velocity and acceleration analysis of linkage mechanisms; inertia force analysis of mechanisms; balancing of reciprocating and rotating masses; introduction to vibration analysis of single and multi-degree of freedom systems.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4401Y -
Mechanical and Materials Engineering Thesis
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The objective of the course is to provide students with an opportunity to investigate an engineering problem independently under the supervision of a faculty member. The student will be required to prepare an engineering thesis and deliver a public lecture. This course is directed at students considering future graduate studies.
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Completion of the third year of the Mechanical Engineering program with a minimum A average.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4414A/B -
Microstructural Analysis
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Theory and practice of the techniques used to observe, evaluate and record the micro-structure of engineering materials. Emphasis is given to optical and Scanning Electron microscopy. Other microscopies are discussed.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4422A/B -
Physical Metallurgy
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An overview of the interrelationships between processing, structure, composition and properties of metallic alloys. Particular emphasis will be given to heat treatment.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4423A/B -
Internal Combustion Engines
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This course elaborates on the fundamentals of how the design and operation of internal combustion engines affect their performance, operation, fuel requirements and environmental impact, study of fluid flow, thermodynamics, combustion, heat transfer and friction phenomena, and fuel properties, relevant to engine power, efficiency and emissions, examination of design features and operating characteristics of different types of internal combustion engines: spark-ignition, diesel, stratified-charge, and mixed-cycle engines.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4424A/B -
Mechanical Properties of Materials
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Many modern methods of materials forming require knowledge of the following: basic mathematics of stress and strain; yield criteria; effective stress and strain; deviatoric and hydrostatic components; upper bound analysis; slip-line fields. The applications of these concepts to actual processes will be illustrated.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4425A/B -
Mechanical Vibrations
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Free and forced vibration of Single-degree-of-freedom systems; modelling of multi-degree-of-freedom systems via Lagrange's equations; modal summation method for response predictions; vibration isolation and vibration measuring instruments; tuned mass vibration absorber; viscous, coulomb and hysteresis damping; vibration of continuous systems; introduction to experimental modal analysis.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4427A/B -
Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering III
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Topics of current interest in Mechanical Engineering. Topics and course outlines will be available at the time of registration.
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Completion of third year of the Mechanical Engineering program.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4428A/B -
Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering IV
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Topics of current interest in Mechanical Engineering. Topics and course outlines will be available at the time of registration.
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Completion of third year of the Mechanical Engineering program.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4429A/B -
Nuclear Engineering
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To present an overview of nuclear engineering beginning with the fundamentals of nuclear physics and extending to the operation of nuclear reactors with special emphasis on the CANDU nuclear reactor.
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MME 475a, if taken in 2007-08.
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Completion of third year of the Mechanical Engineering program.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4443A/B -
Energy Conversion
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The basic technical and economic criteria for the design of efficient energy conversion systems are introduced. The principal traditional (steam, hydro and wind) as well as alternative (solar, Ballard) power systems are modeled. Strategies for increased energy efficient and environmentally friendly operation are developed. Design alternatives and selection criteria are studied based on long-term economic viability and overall energy management strategies.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4445A/B -
Aerodynamics for Engineers
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Potential flow theory; sources, sinks, vortices and aerofoil theory. Theory of flight; lift and drag force. Performance calculations. Flow over finite wings.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4446A/B -
Composite Materials
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An introduction to the microstructures, processing and design of composite materials. Micro and nano-structured polymer and metal matrix composites.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4450A/B -
Modern Control Systems
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Basic analytical techniques for solving vibration and control problems associated with mechanical systems. The emphasis of the course is on the basic concept, ideas and applications.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4452A/B -
Robotics and Manufacturing Automation
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An overview of robotics and manufacturing automation technology and principles. Topics include: automatic production and assembly, sensors, actuators and drives, mechanization of part handling, industrial robots, and machine vision systems. Emphasis will be on the planning, design and implementation of automation systems. PLCs will be used in the lab section.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4453A/B -
Corrosion And Wear
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Corrosion principles, types of corrosion, corrosion protection. Surface characterization. Friction, lubrication and wear. Materials selection for tribological applications.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4459A/B -
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machining
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Principle of CNC part programming; tooling and work-holding devices; machine tool position and motion control systems; automatic tool changers and machining centres; kinematics and mechanics of milling operations; part programming using CAD/CAM systems.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4460A/B -
Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning II
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Design of air distribution components and systems; fan/pump laws; air quality and ventilation; hot water heating systems; steam heating systems; cooling equipment; heat generation and transfer equipment; building automation controls; operations and maintenance.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4464A/B -
Biomechanics of Human Joint Motion
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Apply engineering concepts to human joint motion; especially the gait cycle. Examine various motion measurement methods, including practical applications and associated errors. Calculate external joint loads and understand inertial effects. Study the architecture and function of skeletal muscle; concepts of energy, work and power applied to joint motion.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4469A/B -
Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal System
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Application of fundamental principles of engineering to the analysis of the human musculoskeletal system. Bone and soft tissue biomechanics, joint mechanics and kinematics, joint replacement with implants, with special interest in design of these systems; biomaterials and wear. Joints studied will include the elbow, hip, shoulder and knee.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4473A/B -
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
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This course explores the technologies and systems involved in CIM. Topics include: basics of computer systems; computing in manufacturing; CAD/CAM; CIM architectures; networks and data communications; databases and information management; open systems and standards; manufacturing planning and control; flexible manufacturing; concurrent engineering and collaboration technologies; Internet technologies.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4474A/B -
Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering I
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Topics of current interest in Mechanical Engineering. Topics and course outlines will be available at the time of registration.
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Completion of third year of the Mechanical Engineering program.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4475A/B -
Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering II
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Topics of current interest in Mechanical Engineering. Topics and course outlines will be available at the time of registration.
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Completion of third year of the Mechanical Engineering program.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4479A/B -
Fracture Mechanics
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Introduction to fracture mechanics in brittle and ductile solids. Measurement of fracture toughness. Microstructural effects in fracture processes. Fatigue, creep failure and environmentally influenced crack propagation in a variety of materials.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4480A/B -
Computer Aided Design
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This course is an introduction to computer-aided design (CAD) technologies and their basic underlying mathematical principles. Topics include geometric modeling schemes, parametric representation of curves and surfaces, computer-aided design analysis, data exchange standards, rapid prototyping, and viewing and object transformations.
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ES 1036A/B and successful completion of 3rd year of the Mechanical Engineering program or permission of the Department.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4481A/B -
Applied Computational Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer
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This course emphasizes the ability of using numerical methods to predict fluid flow, heat transfer and related processes. The topics covered include: basic CFD concept, discretization of governing equations for fluid flow and heat transfer, numerical simulations of conduction heat transfer, convection heat transfer, laminar flow, turbulent flow, multi-phase flow, and reactive flow.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4482A/B -
Fundamentals of MEMS
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The objective of the course is to cover the fundamental basis of MEMS (Microelectromechanical Systems) including design, analysis, modelling, fabrication, testing and reliability concerns.
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Completion of third year of the Mechanical, Integrated, Electrical or Computer Engineering program.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4483A/B -
Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning I
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The psychrometry of air conditioning processes, comfort and inside design conditions, climate and outside design conditions, heat gains from solar and other sources, cooling load and heating load calculations, ventilation and filtration.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4485A/B -
Fluid Machinery
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Fluid turbo-machinery theory, performance characteristics of centrifugal and axial flow fans, compressors, pumps and turbines, fluid vibrations and sound, water hammer, introduction to fluid power controls and fluid amplifiers.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4486A/B -
Industrial Control Systems
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This course examines modern industrial control systems and applications. Topics include: sensors and actuators; computer interfacing; ladder logic and programmable logic control; industrial computers; programming methods; industrial networks; human-machine interfaces; supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA); manufacturing execution systems; enterprise-wide integration; and digital feedback control.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4487A/B -
Mechatronic System Design
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An overview of electrical, mechanical, optical and control technologies for system integration. Topics include: intelligent products and processes; design methodology; system modeling; sensors and actuators; microcontrollers; knowledge-based control.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4491A/B -
Wind Engineering
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Basic meteorology, the atmospheric boundary layer, wind statistics, flow patterns around basic structural shapes, Quasi-static design of wind loads on structures (using relevant codes of practice), dynamic excitation and response of structures to wind loading, environmental effects of flow around buildings, wind tunnel testing using structural models.
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Completion of third year of the Mechanical or Civil Engineering program.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4492A/B -
Production Management for Engineers
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This course examines lean production principles and practices adopted by world-class manufacturers. Topics include: continuous improvement; total quality management; statistical process control; setup reduction; total productive maintenance; just-in-time and pull production; group technology; cellular manufacturing; standard operations; level production scheduling; process balancing; supply chain management; activitiy based costing; agile manufacturing.
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Business Administration 2299 or registration in Option D of the Mechanical Engineering program or Option B of the Integrated Engineering program.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering
4499 -
Mechanical Engineering Design Project
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Students develop and practice engineering design skills by working on a team-based project. The students will experience all phases of the design process, including: problem definition, generation and evaluation of concepts,engineering analysis and testing, and preparation of design documentation. Project management and communications skills are emphasized.
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Completion of the third year of the Mechanical Engineering program.
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