Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree program provides students a strong foundation in engineering principles with an emphasis on the study and application of principles and concepts related to mechanical systems and engineering. This course of study prepares students for careers in industry, government, education and the nonprofit sector.
Why Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical engineering is a high-demand field with opportunities all around the globe. Mechanical engineers design and analyze machines and mechanical systems in everything from healthcare, manufacturing, robotics and aerospace. They also work with thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, resulting in careers that allow for innovative problem-solving in a wide range of subjects. As technology continues to advance, mechanical engineers will find themselves playing a critical role in the future.
Mechanical Engineering Curriculum
The B.S. in Mechanical Engineering is a 129-hour program that will give students a strong foundation in concepts like mechanical vibrations, degrees of freedom for movement in a structure, stress analysis of elastic solids, finite elements, stress in solids, fatigue failure, gears, springs, thermophysical properties, heat transfer and heat exchangers. Students can expect to explore the inner workings of complex machines like vehicles and industrial equipment.
Mechanical Engineering students also have the opportunity to work with faculty on ongoing research projects, among them are Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) as part of the department’s Autonomous Vehicle Systems (AVS) Lab.
The Capstone course challenges students to apply their engineering education and apply it as a solution or innovation to a contemporary issue.
Careers in Mechanical Engineering
A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering opens doors to diverse career opportunities across industries such as automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, energy, and beyond. Graduates can pursue roles as mechanical engineers, designing and testing mechanical devices and systems; automotive engineers, specializing in vehicle design and development; aerospace engineers, focusing on aircraft and spacecraft design; manufacturing engineers, optimizing production processes and quality control; or HVAC engineers, designing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.