ME 5350 - Applied Spectroscopy

Fundamentals of spectroscopy including rotational, vibrational and electronic transitions of molecular species, absorption and fluorescence spectra, lineshape profiles and broadening mechanisms. Description of spectroscopic techniques and their application for the measurement of relevant quantities such as concentration, velocity and temperature in practical systems, including internal combustion engines. Experimental hardware used for spectroscopic measurements.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing; and ME 3350 with a grade of “B” or better; or instructor approval.

Credits: 3 hours