The program in mechanical engineering provides students the ability to apply their engineering, mathematics, and science knowledge to design mechanical systems and to solve engineering problems. Students learn to design and conduct experiments, to communicate effectively, to function in teams, and to utilize modern engineering tools. Students gain an understanding of their professional and ethical responsibilities as engineers. Perhaps most important, students are prepared for the lifelong learning necessary to function effectively as the practice of engineering evolves.

B.S.M.E. Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of earning the baccalaureate degree in mechanical engineering, graduates are expected to achieve one of more of the following program educational objectives:

  • Develop successful careers as mechanical engineers and demonstrate professional engineering competence via positions of increasing responsibility and/or assignments.
  • Successfully complete or pursue graduate education in engineering or related fields, participate in professional development and/or industrial training courses, and/or obtain engineering certification.
  • Participate in research and development, and other creative and innovative efforts in science, engineering, and technology, and/or pursue entrepreneurial endeavors.
  • If not in a mechanical engineering career, successful transition into an education, business, legal, medical, or government career.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to the community and profession through involvement with community and/or professional organizations.