Mechanical Engineering, B.S.

Mechanical engineers possess a diverse set of skills and work in a wide range of industries. Products made with the help of mechanical engineers include aircraft, vehicles, robots, motors and ships. They assist at all stages of product development and are crucial for developing a number of highly-advanced technologies. The unique set of skills that mechanical engineers possess makes them essential for all modern economies.

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering requires 123 credit hours. It is designed for a four-year program of study. The minimum credit load for a full-time student is 12 credit hours per semester. A student must complete general courses and general education electives within the first two years of study with a grade point average of 2.0 or better before taking upper level core courses (300 and 400-level). To complete the program within four years, a credit load of 15 to 18 credits per semester is recommended. This time can be reduced by attending summer sessions and/or intersessions.