Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of British Columbia offers a unique program called MECH 2, which is the cornerstone program of the UBC Mechanical Engineering Department. This program is a revolutionary new way to think about undergraduate education, going far beyond classes and exams to include all areas of personal and professional development needed to become a successful engineer.

Program Details

MECH 2 includes Community Based Experiential Learning (CBEL), where students combine the theory and practice of mechanical engineering by spending a full day completing a hands-on team project for a community-based organization to exercise their project-planning skills. Past examples of community organizations MECH 2 has collaborated with include:

• Free Geek
• Richmond Food Bank
• Habitat for Humanity
• World in a Garden

Program Management

WWEST helped establish this program, but it is now managed by the Mechanical Engineering Department.

Program Objectives

The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive education that includes all areas of personal and professional development needed to become a successful engineer. The program's objectives are not explicitly stated, but it can be inferred that the program seeks to equip students with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to excel in their careers.

Additional Information

The program was last updated on November 5, 2013. The University of British Columbia is committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for success in their chosen fields. The MECH 2 program is an example of the university's innovative approach to education, which emphasizes hands-on learning, community engagement, and personal and professional development.