Most of these topics require extensive use of modern computing hardware and software. The student is taught to make use of this capability and to make sound engineering judgments while analyzing the seemingly unmanageable amounts of data and information which are obtained. Attributes such as teamwork, ethics, social awareness, and leadership are emphasized in many courses. Electives taken during the senior year prepare the graduate to choose any of a number of career paths or to select a broad-based group of electives. All students work on projects throughout their program,, many of which teach the advantages of teamwork and the skills required for a team to succeed.
Individual projects provide the opportunity for sometimes far-out creative thinking.
In all cases, the students work closely with individual faculty members who serve as teachers, advisors, and mentors. At least three of the four technical electives must be design. Mechanics Automotive Design Robotics Manufacturing Mechatronics Fluid Machinery Admission Admission requirements are identical to those set by the Clark School of Engineering . Please consult chapter 1 . Advising All mechanical engineering students are required to meet with an adviser during registration.