Mechanical Engineering, BS

Program Overview

The Mechanical Engineering program at this institution equips students with the knowledge and skills to solve complex engineering problems, design innovative solutions, and work effectively in teams. Graduates are prepared for careers in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and manufacturing, or for further education in engineering or related fields. The program emphasizes the application of engineering principles, science, and mathematics to real-world systems and processes.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Mechanical engineering is a branch of engineering that applies principles of engineering, basic science, and mathematics for modeling, analysis, design, and realization of physical systems, components, or processes.

Objectives:

• Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
• Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.

Outline:

Required Courses:

• UNIV 1101 First-Year Seminar I (1 sem.
hr.)
• UNIV 1102 First-Year Seminar II (1 sem.
hr.)
• 42 - Core Curriculum Program
• 45 - Common Engineering and Math Courses
• 29 - Required Mechanical Engineering Courses

Careers:

• Aerospace engineer
• Automotive engineer
• Biomedical engineer
• Business executive
• Construction engineer
• Entrepreneur
• Intellectual property attorney
• Manufacturing engineer

Other:

• The program prepares students to work professionally in both thermal and mechanical systems areas.
• Graduates may pursue careers in industry, government, construction, or other professional service as mechanical engineers, or pursue graduate degrees in engineering or post-baccalaureate degrees in other fields.
• Within two years of graduation, graduates who pursue a career in engineering or a related field will be working in their field or pursuing graduate degrees.
• Within five years of graduation, graduates who pursue a career in engineering or a related field will have advanced in their careers, demonstrated the ability to increase their knowledge and expertise, and contributed to the improvement of the profession and society.