Mechanical Engineering (ME)

Program Overview

Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the principles of mechanical engineering, including mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science.

• Course Requirements: The program requires a minimum of 128 credit hours, including 42 hours of general education courses, 40 hours of mechanical engineering core courses, and 46 hours of technical electives.
• Admission Criteria: Admission to the program requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a minimum GPA of 2.5, and completion of prerequisite courses in mathematics and science.
• Tuition Fees: Tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credit hours taken per semester.

Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering, including research and development, design, and analysis.

• Course Requirements: The program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours, including 12 hours of core courses, 12 hours of technical electives, and 6 hours of thesis or research project.
• Admission Criteria: Admission to the program requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, a minimum GPA of 3.0, and completion of prerequisite courses in mathematics and science.
• Tuition Fees: Tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credit hours taken per semester.

Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

The Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering, including research and development, design, and analysis.

• Course Requirements: The program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours, including 12 hours of core courses, 12 hours of technical electives, and 6 hours of project or research.
• Admission Criteria: Admission to the program requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, a minimum GPA of 3.0, and completion of prerequisite courses in mathematics and science.
• Tuition Fees: Tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credit hours taken per semester.

Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering

The Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering, including research and development, design, and analysis.

• Course Requirements: The program requires a minimum of 60 credit hours, including 12 hours of core courses, 24 hours of technical electives, and 24 hours of dissertation research.
• Admission Criteria: Admission to the program requires a master's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, a minimum GPA of 3.5, and completion of prerequisite courses in mathematics and science.
• Tuition Fees: Tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credit hours taken per semester.

Research Areas

The Department of Mechanical Engineering has research areas in:

• Aerospace Engineering: Research in aerospace engineering includes the study of aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and structural analysis.
• Biomechanical Engineering: Research in biomechanical engineering includes the study of human movement, injury biomechanics, and rehabilitation engineering.
• Energy Systems: Research in energy systems includes the study of energy conversion, energy storage, and energy efficiency.
• Manufacturing Engineering: Research in manufacturing engineering includes the study of manufacturing processes, materials science, and product design.
• Mechanics and Materials: Research in mechanics and materials includes the study of solid mechanics, materials science, and structural analysis.
• Thermal Systems: Research in thermal systems includes the study of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.

Facilities

The Department of Mechanical Engineering has state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Laboratory: The CAD laboratory is equipped with software and hardware for design, analysis, and simulation.
• Manufacturing Laboratory: The manufacturing laboratory is equipped with machinery and equipment for manufacturing processes, including 3D printing and CNC machining.
• Materials Testing Laboratory: The materials testing laboratory is equipped with equipment for testing the mechanical properties of materials.
• Thermal Systems Laboratory: The thermal systems laboratory is equipped with equipment for testing and analysis of thermal systems.

Faculty

The Department of Mechanical Engineering has a diverse faculty with expertise in various areas of mechanical engineering.

• Dr. John Doe: Dr. Doe is a professor of mechanical engineering with expertise in aerospace engineering and structural analysis.
• Dr. Jane Smith: Dr. Smith is an associate professor of mechanical engineering with expertise in biomechanical engineering and rehabilitation engineering.
• Dr. Bob Johnson: Dr. Johnson is an assistant professor of mechanical engineering with expertise in energy systems and energy efficiency.

Contact Information

For more information about the Department of Mechanical Engineering, please contact:

• Department of Mechanical Engineering
• University of Louisville
• Louisville, KY 40292
• Phone: 502-852-6281
• Fax: 502-852-6282
• Email: me@louisville.edu