The Undergraduate Major


 

The Mechanical Engineering Department offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. The objectives of this program are:

  • To instill in students an open-minded but critical approach to the analysis of problems and design of systems, keeping in mind the technical, professional, societal, economic and ethical dimensions of any solution.
  • To prepare students for successful careers and to have an appreciation of the need for life-long learning in a rapidly changing field.
  • To give students a significant exposure to the humanities and social sciences in order to broaden their appreciation of the world and provide an understanding of the role that engineering plays in society.

The undergraduate program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is an applied engineering program, blending theory and research with practical engineering fundamentals.The program is rigorous, following Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) guidelines. Students graduating from the program will meet program outcomes and objectives designed to exceed the requirements of ABET’s Engineering Criteria 2000. Upon graduation the students will demonstrate the following outcomes have been achieved:

1. A strong grounding in the fundamentals.
2. The ability to apply knowledge of math, science and engineering.
3. The ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data.
4. The ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.
5. The ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
6.The ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
7. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
8. An ability to communicate effectively
9. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
10. The ability to recognize the need to engage in life-long learning.
11. A knowledge of contemporary issues.
12. The ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
13. The ability to apply advanced mathematics through multivariate calculus and differential equations.
14. A familiarity with statistics and linear algebra.
15. The ability to work professionally in both thermal and mechanical systems areas including the design and realization of such systems.
16. Computer literacy and internet competence.
17. A knowledge of chemistry and calculus-based physics with depth in at least one of them.

 

 
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