Department of Mechanical Engineering

For more information about degree offerings by the faculty of Mechanical Engineering, visit the Department of Mechanical Engineering webpage.

Accreditation

The B.S. degree program in mechanical engineering  is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

Undergraduate Academic Programs

The faculty of mechanical engineering offer courses leading to the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.)  degree.

Students majoring in mechanical engineering with an interest in a foreign language may choose to earn dual degrees through the International Engineering/Science and Language Program .

Program Goals

Aligned with the mission statements of the University and The College of Engineering and Natural Sciences, the mechanical engineering program educational objectives are to provide graduates with the ability to apply the knowledge required to pursue professional careers in a global marketplace; and to pursue advanced studies and continued professional development.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the undergraduate program in mechanical engineering will demonstrate:

• A sound foundation in both the thermal and mechanical systems areas;
• The ability to design and create sophisticated engineering systems;
• The ability to work professionally in a globally diverse environment;
• An understanding of engineering systems and the attendant reasoning skills;
• Sharpened analytical and creative thinking skills;
• The ability to use modern experimental and data analysis techniques for mechanical engineering applications;
• Strong problem-solving skills including the use of appropriate analytical and computational approaches;
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; and
• A commitment to life-long learning needed to perform responsibly and ethically as an active engineering professional or other productive member of society.

Faculty

Programs

• Mechanical Engineering, B.S.M.E.

Courses

• ME 1212 Mechanical Engineering Graphics
• ME 1311 To Be a Mechanical Engineer
• ME 2001 Professional Aspects of Mechanical Engineering
• ME 2023 Introduction to Dynamics
• ME 3014 Thermofluids
• ME 3034 Properties of Materials
• ME 3043 Energy Conversion
• ME 3053 Instrumentation and Measurements
• ME 3063 Manufacturing Processes
• ME 4024 Machine Dynamics
• ME 4033 CFD for Engineers
• ME 4043 Automotive Design
• ME 4054 System Dynamics and Controls
• ME 4093 Introduction to Finite Element Analysis
• ME 4293 Interdisciplinary Design Projects
• ME 4343 Gas Turbines
• ME 4353 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• ME 4373 Computer-Aided Design
• ME 4383 Mechanical Engineering Design
• ME 4861-3 Special Topics in Design
• ME 4991-3 Independent Study
• ME 5043 Gas Dynamics
• ME 5053 Oil-Water Dispersion
• ME 5073 System Optimization
• ME 5083 Advanced Manufacturing Processes
• ME 5103 Theoretical Vibration
• ME 5133 Turbulent Flow
• ME 5143 Theory of Elasticity
• ME 5163 Structural Fatigue
• ME 5223 Fracture Mechanics
• ME 5273 Mechanics of Robotic Manipulators
• ME 5283 Mechanics of Composite Materials
• ME 5863 Special Topics