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The goals of the Mechanical Engineering program are to:

• produce mechanical engineering graduates with a strong theoretical and applications background, whose analytical, design and laboratory experiences make them attractive to industry and capable of advanced study in engineering
• produce well-rounded engineers who view engineering as a profession with social and ethical responsibilities
• provide an intimate learning environment, with personal involvement of faculty with significant industrial experience.

Program Educational Objectives

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The Educational Objectives of the Mechanical Engineering Program are to produce engineering graduates who, in the first few years after graduation, will:

• use their educations to become productive, contributing professionals in their chosen field.
• demonstrate initiative in their professional activities.
• show continued professional development.
• understand the impact of their professional activities on society.

Student Outcomes

At the conclusion of the Mechanical Engineering program, the student will:

• have an ability to apply knowledge of math, engineering, and science.
• have an ability to design and conduct experiments, and to analyze and interpret data.
• have an ability to design a system, component or process to meet needs within realistic constraints.
• have the ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
• have the ability to identify, formulate, and solve mechanical engineering problems.
• have an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
• have an ability to communicate effectively.
• have the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
• have the recognition of need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning.
• have a knowledge of contemporary issues.
• have the ability to use techniques, skills, and tools in engineering practice.
• have the ability to work professionally in both thermal and mechanical systems areas.