Program Overview

Mechanical Engineering Major

Mechanical engineers are creative problem solvers who design, develop, and manufacture the machines that run energy, building, environmental, and transportation systems. In CSU’s Mechanical Engineering major, you’ll participate in hands-on learning in a supportive environment. From the beginning, you will participate in labs to further develop design, modeling, and analysis skills. Your senior year focuses on a year-long design course to help you transition to an engineering career. Mechanical engineering at CSU is dedicated to graduating ethical engineers who innovate solutions for society’s global challenges.

Program Details

• Degree type: Bachelor of Science
• Format: On campus
• Part of: Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering
• Competitive major: Yes
• Accelerated option: No

Concentrations

A concentration allows you to specialize in a certain area within your major, offering a depth of information and hands-on experiences that you may not otherwise get. Many students in this major will concentrate in one area to work in a specific field after college, as well as find mentors and internships before they even graduate.

Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing explores manufacturing techniques, automation, simulation, and processing of materials. You will get a solid foundation in manufacturing topics, along with a specialized focus in the manufacturing industry and technology.

Aerospace Engineering

You’ll study the design, manufacturing, and operating techniques of machines capable of air flight. You’ll work with faculty experienced in the aerospace industry, who will guide you through the subjects of fluid mechanics, chemical propulsion, stability and control, and structures for aircraft and rockets that fly within and above Earth’s atmosphere.

Career Options

As a Mechanical Engineering grad, you’ll leave with a high level of mechanical understanding, from the way machines and machine technology work to the innovative processes of new mechanical technologies. You’ll be ready to enter fields that explore automobiles, engine design, space shuttle design and operations, robotics, medical devices, and so much more.

• Aeronautical Engineer
• Automotive Engineer
• Biomedical Engineer
• Environmental Engineer
• Industrial Engineer
• Field Service Engineer
• Production Engineer
• Quality Control Manager
• Aerospace Engineer

Related Programs

• Civil Engineering, B.S.
• Biomedical Engineering B.S. + Mechanical Engineering, B.S. Dual-Degree
• M.E. Masters of Engineering, Mechanical Track
• M.S., Mechanical Engineering
• Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering

Academic Information

More information about the program can be found through the university's academic resources.