Hands-on experience in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics. Introduction to a variety of sensors and instruments commonly used in mechanical engineering with focus on temperature, pressure, and flow velocity measurements. Student groups perform a series of experiments with emphasis on the understanding of fundamental principles as well as familiarity with modern experimentation. Lectures at the beginning of the course provide background information and theories of experimentation. Not to be taken in the same semester as MEC 316. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.