They study and adapt product designs and the associated plant facilities to optimize production. In the process, they consider economic, technical, and human factors. The curriculum rounds out the learning experience by providing skills in the mathematical and physical sciences, economics, composition, and humanities and social sciences.
Students have an opportunity to learn about engineering in the global community.
Completion at UMD of at least 20 of the last 30 credits earned before graduation. Completion of the composition requirement. Completion of the major program. A minimum GPA of 2.00 in all courses taken in the major, including required courses in related fields, is required for graduation. Filing of an upper division application and Academic Progress Audit System.