Mechanical Engineering, BS

The BS degree in mechanical engineering is designed to provide our students with both the fundamental knowledge of mechanical engineering and practical, hands-on technical projects which enable them to design engineering components that exhibit precise performance.

Graduates of this program will acquire knowledge in the areas of mechanical engineering, computer- aided engineering, computer-aided design, controls theory and the design process to create smart and more functional and adaptable products. In addition to taking courses in basic engineering sciences and application, students in this field are also required to take design courses such as Computer Aided Three- dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Patran-Nastran and Matrix Laboratory (MATLAB) to develop components of an engineering system and conduct analysis on these components. Exposure to the design process exists throughout the curriculum in various engineering courses. Ten credit hours of technical elective coursework allows students to choose courses to specialize in the area of structural mechanics, thermal science, and robotics. To complete this program, students are required to take a 3 credit hour senior project course, which involves the engineering design of a better and more functional product.

The goals of the engineering and technology department in designing this mechanical engineering program and in keeping with the NSPE distinction, are to provide students with a strong foundation in engineering mechanics, mathematics, computer-aided design and fundamentals of engineering, as well as to provide them with knowledge and experience in analytical, computational, and experimental methods. Students should graduate with the ability to design and evaluate these approaches for use in practical situations.

Program Objectives

The BS Mechanical Engineering program educational objectives are developed to prepare students for the post-graduation activities. These program objectives are intended to produce versatile engineering graduates who:

1. Will be successful and in their chosen career. Graduates of this program will obtain positions that require design, development, analysis, and implementation of mechanical systems and processes.
2. Will pursue graduate program, professional and/or continued education.
3. Will conduct themselves as responsible members of society through involvement in community and professional engagement.

Student Outcomes

The BS Mechanical Engineering program seeks to provide an engaging educational experience for students. These form the basis for particular abilities that students should be able to demonstrate prior to graduation. These abilities coincide with new EAC ABET criterion 3 (1) through (7) student outcomes requirements as presented below:

1. Graduate of mechanical engineering will demonstrate an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
2. Graduate of mechanical engineering graduate will demonstrate an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. Graduate of mechanical engineering will demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. Graduate of mechanical engineering will demonstrate an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. Graduate of mechanical engineering will demonstrate an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. Graduate of mechanical engineering will demonstrate an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. Graduate of mechanical engineering will demonstrate an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.