Program Overview

Mechanical Engineering (BEng) Program Overview

The Mechanical Engineering program at Concordia University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of mechanical engineering. The program is accredited by Engineers Canada and is offered through the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science.

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering takes a minimum of four years (120 credits) of full-time study, depending on the student's academic background. The program includes a combination of lectures, labs, and projects, and provides students with hands-on experience with state-of-the-art equipment and tools.

Admission Criteria

To be admitted to the Mechanical Engineering program, students must meet the minimum admission requirements, which include:

• Quebec CEGEP: 25 overall, 23 math, 22 physics
• High school: B overall, B in math, B in physics
• Indigenous Bridging Program: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students who do not meet Concordia's conventional admission requirements may be eligible for admission through the Kaié:ri Nikawerŕ:ke Indigenous Bridging Program
• International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 29 overall, 4 HL or 5 SL math, 5 HL or SL physics
• International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CP): 4.8/7 overall, 4 HL or 5 SL math, 5 HL or SL physics
• Baccalauréat français: 13 overall, 13 in math, 13 in science
• British system of education (GCE): A-levels, AS-levels, BTEC
• University transfer (internal): 2.5 overall, 2.5 in math/physics, 2.0 in courses offered by the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science
• University transfer (external): B overall, B in math, B in physics

Program Highlights

The Mechanical Engineering program at Concordia University offers several highlights, including:

• State-of-the-art labs, such as the Engineering Design and Manufacturing and Flight Control lab
• Hands-on experience with tools and equipment used in the field
• Accreditation by Engineers Canada
• Eligibility to become a registered professional engineer upon graduation
• Opportunities for co-op and experiential learning
• Integrated path option, which allows students to take up to 16 credits that count towards both their Bachelor of Engineering and a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical, Industrial, and Aerospace Engineering

Co-op Program

The Co-op program in Mechanical Engineering provides students with the opportunity to complete paid work terms that last 12 to 16 weeks. As a Co-op student, you will work for engineering firms where you may:

• Develop a pre-heating chamber for galvanization processes
• Create and review mechanical and technical drawings
• Design mechanical parts
• Research composite materials used in aircraft

After Your Degree

Mechanical engineering alumni have established careers in a range of fields, including:

• Project management positions in manufacturing, machinery, automotive design, transportation, power generation, and management
• Robotics and biomechanics
• Companies such as GE Healthcare, Dassault, Phosco Lighting, CMC Electronics, Kiewit, and Ford Motor Company

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the Mechanical Engineering program are:

• Fall entry (September): March 1 (U.S. and international applicants: February 1)
• Winter entry (January): November 1 (U.S. and international applicants: August 1)

Funding Note

Quebec residents who enroll in certain programs and meet the eligibility criteria may apply for funding of $2,500 per term through the Quebec Perspective Bursary (Bourse Perspective Quebec). United States students may be eligible for U.S. Federal Student Aid.