Mechanical Engineering

Program Overview

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering involves the design, development, analysis and control of devices, machines and systems. It is one of the broadest engineering disciplines.

A degree in mechanical engineering prepares students for careers in industries such as energy, environmental, robotics, manufacturing, biotechnology, medical, transportation, aerospace and more. The degree also provides a solid foundation for further graduate studies.

Program Details

Electives in MSOE’s mechanical engineering program allow for specialization including mechanical design (solid mechanics, machine dynamics and medical applications), energy systems (renewable energy, aerodynamics, thermal systems and fluid power) and materials/manufacturing (metals, polymers, composites and processing).

Why Choose Mechanical Engineering?

• Want to design and improve devices that will make the world a better place
• Like to take things apart and put them back together
• Enjoy using math in a practical way to solve problems
• Have a strong interest in computing, and using computers to solve practical problems
• Like the mechanics topics (force, motion and energy) in your physics classes

Accreditation

The Mechanical Engineering (BS) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical Engineering.

Graduate Outcomes

• 99% of graduates from our mechanical engineering program are fully employed, enrolled in graduate school or enlisted in a branch of the military after graduation.

Rankings

• Ranked 11th Best Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering Program Nationwide, 2025 by U.S. News & World Report.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: Mechanical engineering involves the design, development, analysis, and control of devices, machines, and systems.
It is one of the broadest engineering disciplines.
• Objectives: The objectives of the mechanical engineering program at MSOE are to:
• Prepare students for careers in industries such as energy, environmental, robotics, manufacturing, biotechnology, medical, transportation, and aerospace.
• Provide students with a solid foundation for further graduate studies.
• Description: The mechanical engineering program at MSOE is a four-year undergraduate program that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of mechanical engineering.
Students will learn about the design, analysis, and control of mechanical systems, as well as the materials and manufacturing processes used in mechanical engineering.

Outline:

• Content: The mechanical engineering program at MSOE covers a wide range of topics, including:
• Thermodynamics
• Fluid mechanics
• Solid mechanics
• Machine design
• Control systems
• Materials science
• Manufacturing processes
• Structure: The mechanical engineering program at MSOE is divided into four years of study.
The first two years focus on providing students with a strong foundation in the basic sciences and engineering principles.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: Students in the mechanical engineering program at MSOE are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
• Exams
• Quizzes
• Projects
• Homework assignments
• Assessment Criteria: Students in the mechanical engineering program at MSOE are assessed on their:
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles
• Ability to apply mechanical engineering principles to solve problems
• Communication skills
• Teamwork skills

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The mechanical engineering program at MSOE uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Labs
• Projects
• Faculty: The mechanical engineering program at MSOE has a team of experienced and dedicated faculty members who are passionate about teaching and research.
• Unique Approaches: The mechanical engineering program at MSOE offers a number of unique approaches to teaching, including:
• A focus on hands-on learning
• A strong emphasis on teamwork
• A commitment to providing students with a well-rounded education

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the mechanical engineering program at MSOE can pursue a variety of careers in industries such as:
• Energy
• Environmental
• Robotics
• Manufacturing
• Biotechnology
• Medical
• Transportation
• Aerospace
• Opportunities: Graduates of the mechanical engineering program at MSOE have a wide range of opportunities available to them, including:
• Design jobs
• Analysis jobs
• Control jobs
• Management jobs
• Outcomes: 100% of 2022-23 graduates from the mechanical engineering program at MSOE are fully employed, enrolled in graduate school, or enlisted in a branch of the military after graduation.