Program Overview

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Engineering program in engineering prepares graduates to collaborate across disciplines to design and build solutions to practical problems.

Program Description

BSE students apply fundamental engineering knowledge and design thinking to authentic projects every semester. Students in the program's mechanical engineering systems concentration build a broad engineering foundation, on which they add the skills and knowledge they need to contribute mechanical subject matter expertise on transdisciplinary engineering teams. This expertise includes theory and application of materials, machine design, thermal fluid systems, and energy and power from a systems perspective.

Accreditation

The program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the General Criteria and the Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Physics, and Engineering Science Program Criteria.

Eligibility for STEM-OPT Extension

This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S.

At a Glance

• College/school: Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
• Location: Polytechnic
• Second language requirement: No
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
• First required math course: MAT 265 - Calculus for Engineers I
• Math intensity: Substantial

Curriculum

The curriculum for the program can be viewed in the archives.

Concurrent Program Options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination.

Accelerated Program Options

This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree.

Admission Requirements

All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Change of Major Requirements

A current ASU student must have a minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.00.

Transfer Options

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:

• Design engineering systems, components, and processes to meet needs within realistic constraints including social, political, economic, ethical, health and safety, manufacturing and/or sustainability.
• Communicate engineering findings to colleagues, clients, other stakeholders and the public in written, oral and graphical form.
• Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

Global Opportunities

Study abroad enables students to gain valuable, resume-building experience. Participation in a Global Education program provides students with the heightened cultural competency, and leadership and critical thinking skills that help them stand out in a competitive industry.

Career Opportunities

Engineers on transdisciplinary teams collaborate to design, manufacture and deliver innovative technological products and services. Engineers with mechanical expertise are in high demand in many industry sectors, including transportation, agriculture, a wide variety of process industries, product development, manufacturing, and energy and defense systems.

Professional Licensure

ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state.