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Program Mission in terms of communication skills, ability to function
well in teams, use of modern engineering tools and
The educational mission of the mechanical engineering commitment to life-long learning and professional
undergraduate program is to provide students with a high- development.
quality education through a well-developed curriculum
that is fundamental, yet broad and flexible. The program
seeks to produce graduates who are well-rounded in Program Learning Outcomes
mathematical, scientific, and technical knowledge; who The following program outcomes describe competencies
are prepared for the practice of mechanical engineering and skills that our students acquire by the time of
with sufficient depth to continue their education beyond graduation. Our graduates are expected to be able to:
the baccalaureate degree; who have the ability to analyze,
evaluate, and design mechanical engineering systems; 1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex
who have the ability to communicate effectively; who have engineering problems by applying principles of
gained sufficient awareness of the current and emerging engineering, science, and mathematics
industrial practices through participation in industrial
internship experiences; and who have acquired an 2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce
understanding of and appreciation for global and societal solutions that meet specified needs with consideration
issues and are thus prepared for a career path towards of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global,
leadership in industry, government, and academia. cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of
Program Objectives audiences
4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional
The main objectives of the Mechanical Engineering responsibilities in engineering situations and make
program are to: informed judgments, which must consider the
1. Produce qualified mechanical engineering graduates impact of engineering solutions in global, economic,
with the knowledge and technical skills necessary to environmental, and societal contexts
successfully serve the public and/or private sectors in 5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose
both national and international industries; members together provide leadership, create a
2. Produce graduates that are capable of designing, collaborative and inclusive environment, establish
analyzing, testing and implementing mechanical goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
systems and processes; 6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate
3. Prepare graduates for success in multidisciplinary experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use
professional settings with awareness and commitment engineering judgment to draw conclusions
to their ethical and social responsibilities, both as 7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as
individuals and in team environments; and needed, using appropriate learning strategies
4. Prepare graduates who meet the industry expectations

Curriculum
Total Credit Hours: 141

General Education Requirements 21 credit hours
College Requirements 38 credit hours
Major Requirements 67 credit hours
Electives 1 15 credit hours

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