Program Overview
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering provides students with an understanding of the design, development, analysis, and testing of machines, devices, and processes that improve the quality of life. Mechanical engineering is a broad-based profession, and mechanical engineers' knowledge of design helps advance the world through innovative solutions to complex challenges.
Program Accreditation
The program is accredited, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of quality and excellence in mechanical engineering education.
Accelerated Programs
Dual degrees offer students the opportunity to gain an educational foundation in mechanical engineering while preparing to be business leaders. The available accelerated programs include:
- Accelerated B.S./M.S. in mechanical engineering
- Accelerated B.S. in mechanical engineering and M.S. in nuclear engineering
- Accelerated B.S. in mechanical engineering and Master of Business Administration
Key Academic Areas
The program covers a wide range of academic areas, including the design, development, analysis, and testing of machines, devices, and processes.
Why Mechanical Engineering?
Mechanical engineers combine science and mathematics to benefit humankind. They impact the world through:
- Developing new uses for technological discoveries
- Creating components, systems, or processes to meet needs
- Devising new or improved production processes
- Using expertise as specialists to help others with technical problems
- Designing the next generation of transportation
- Finding energy-efficient solutions for current challenges
Career Opportunities
Mechanical engineering graduates pursue careers as:
- Aerospace engineers
- Automotive engineers
- Project managers
- Manufacturing engineers
- Environmental engineers
- Logistics directors
- Nuclear reactor designers
- Production supervisors
- Design engineers
The mechanical engineering program encourages students to take and pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam prior to graduation to have the option of pursuing professional licensure during their careers.
Internships
Internships allow mechanical engineering students to gain industry experience in the summers during their collegiate careers. Internships provide a competitive edge when graduates look for permanent positions.
Career Placement and Salary Data
97% career placement and $76,357 average starting salary are reported for mechanical engineering graduates. Career placement includes K-State College of Engineering graduates who are employed or enrolled in graduate or professional schools within six months of graduation.
Undergraduate Programs
The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering offers various undergraduate programs, including:
- Architectural engineering
- Biological systems engineering
- Biomedical engineering
- Chemical engineering
- Civil engineering
- Computer engineering
- Computer science
- Construction science and management
- Cybersecurity
- Electrical engineering
- Engineering technology management
- Environmental engineering
- Industrial engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Nuclear engineering
- Engineering undecided
Graduate Programs
The college also offers graduate programs in:
- Architectural engineering
- Biological and agricultural engineering
- Chemical engineering
- Civil engineering
- Computer science
- Electrical and computer engineering
- Industrial and manufacturing systems engineering
- Mechanical and nuclear engineering
Scholarships and awards are available for graduate students, including:
- Robert l-Jen and Sophia Shu-Kan Jung Graduate Scholarship in Engineering
- Katherine Juul Nevins Ph.D. Engineering Scholarship
- Dr. Thomas G. Swaney Memorial Graduate Scholarship in Engineering
Admission
Advanced standing credit is available for eligible students.