They play major roles in the design, testing and operation of mechanisms, machines, and systems including processes for energy conversion and equipment used in households, businesses, transportation and manufacturing. In addition to the University Baccalaureate Core, the mechanical engineering curriculum has its base in mathematics, science, engineering science, and design. Mathematics and science courses occur primarily in the first two years. Engineering science is a major component, which is treated from the sophomore year to graduation in a combination of required and technical elective sources. Our mission is to provide a high quality engineering program that prepares students for successful careers, lifelong learning and service to their profession and society.
Engineering design is an integral element of the program.
Most of the capability is developed at the junior and senior levels, when the students have achieved proficiency in their basic technical capability. At the junior level, the design process is extensively developed in three courses. At the senior year, design experiences occur in several areas, culminating in the two-term senior project in which students in small teams carry out the design of some product or process under the supervision of a faculty advisor. A good choice of senior electives enables students to achieve a degree of specialization and depth to match their interests. The faculty encourages a vibrant extracurricular program for professional and leadership experiences and for the students to obtain a work experience of at least three months through an industrial or research internship or to participate in a foreign exchange program.