Graduate Studies

Undergraduate Degree Program
Program Educational Objectives and Program Outcomes

Upon graduation, our students are

Prepared for professional practice in entry-level engineering positions or to enroll in further engineering degree programs through rigorous instruction in the engineering sciences and extensive laboratory and design experience.
Prepared for successful careers and leadership positions because of their integrated introduction to teamwork, communications, and problem-solving.
Prepared for a variety of careers resulting from the opportunity to deepen their technical understanding in a particular subject by a program of related technical electives or to obtain a broader education in engineering by a flexible choice of technical and free electives.

The outcomes we desire are that our graduates demonstrate:

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to mechanical engineering problems.
An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
An ability to design thermal and mechanical systems, components, or processes to meet desired needs.
An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
An ability to communicate effectively with written, oral, and visual means.
The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
A recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
A knowledge of contemporary issues.
An ability to use modern engineering techniques, skills, and computing tools necessary for engineering practice.
A familiarity with chemistry, calculus-based physics, and advanced mathematics.
Familiarity with statistics and linear algebra.