Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering is a broad and versatile field concerned with utilizing the principles of force, energy and motion to help improve our world.

To meet the needs of modern industries, mechanical engineers combine their technical, creative and entrepreneurial skills to design, manufacture and maintain systems like airplanes, medical devices, power plants, computers, cars, engines and even spacecraft.

Mechanical engineers must combine their engineering knowledge with the highest standards of management, communication, teamwork and ethical leadership. Virtually every aspect of life is affected by mechanical engineering.

Program of Study

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is a 128-credit-hour program. The curriculum strongly incorporates foundational engineering and science principles with a multidisciplinary approach.

What can I do with a degree in Mechanical Engineering?

Mechanical engineers have diverse career opportunities in industries ranging from small start-ups to multinational corporations. Graduates can work as designers, researchers, consultants and technology managers in fields such as:

Career Opportunities

Aerospace Engineering 
Automotive Engineering 
Biomechanical Engineering 
Electronics and Computing
Engineering Management
HVAC and Energy Systems
Manufacturing and Automation
Sustainable Energy 

Areas of Emphasis

Advanced Manufacturing
Aerospace Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Control Systems and Automation
Design and Innovation
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation,
and Air Conditioning) Systems
Industrial Engineering
Materials Science
and Engineering
Mechanical Systems Design
Mechatronics and Robotics
Oil and Gas Engineering
Sustainable Energy Systems

Student Clubs and Organizations

Students majoring in Mechanical Engineering can join a variety of STEM clubs, including:

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO)
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
The National Organization of Leadership and Success (NSLS)