Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering Program
Mechanical engineering is the branch of engineering concerned with mechanical and energy systems and the intelligent use of modern materials. Mechanical engineers conceive, plan, design and direct the manufacture, distribution and operation of a wide variety of devices, machines and systems for energy conversion, environmental control, materials processing, transportation, materials handling and other purposes. The field of mechanical engineering is very broad, and the profession provides an ideal base for interdisciplinary activities.
Engineers are constantly challenged to advance and implement modern technologies. The challenge can be met provided that one obtains a sound knowledge of the fundamental principles of the engineering sciences. Marquette's mechanical engineering curriculum is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the engineering sciences and principles of manufacturing and organization used to implement these fundamentals in practical engineering applications.
Integrated with the technical and scientific content of our program is a series of elective courses in the humanities, social sciences, theology, philosophy and communication arts. These courses provide students with an understanding of society and an awareness of their social responsibilities. The program is fully accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, telephone: (410) 347-7700).
To accommodate students' professional interests, the department offers electives in several areas within mechanical engineering. In choosing electives, students and faculty advisers determine courses that best meet students' needs and interests. By carefully selecting technical elective course work, students can obtain in-depth knowledge in one or possibly two areas of study to compliment the broad, fundamental required courses.
Educational objectives
Mechanical engineering graduates are prepared to:
- Solve mechanical engineering problems in mechanical systems, thermal/fluid systems and/or manufacturing systems by applying fundamental knowledge in mathematics and science.
- Solve open-ended (design-oriented) problems by applying the skills of perception, synthesis, analysis, selection/rationale, realization, verification, collaboration and communication.
- Collaborate effectively within a professional environment by consistently demonstrating the personal characteristics of productivity, responsibility, integrity, supportiveness and enthusiasm.
- Take ownership of their own personal and career development.
Program outcomes
Upon completion of the mechanical engineering major, students will:
- Be able to apply knowledge of mathematics (including multivariable calculus, differential equations, linear algebra and statistics), science (including chemistry and physics) and engineering to solve problems.
- Be able to design, realize and verify the performance of mechanical and thermal systems, components, processes, and experiments to meet desired needs within realistic constraints (including those having societal and ethical dimensions).
- Be able to collaborate effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team in a professional environment.
- Be able to communicate effectively.
- Recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning.
- Have the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering decisions in economic, environmental and societal contexts globally and locally.
For a complete guide to all undergraduate programs at Marquette University, please refer to the Undergraduate Bulletin. Included are the requirements and curricula for all College of Engineering programs.
- Curriculum
- Areas of study
- Elective courses
- Five-year bachelor of science/master of science program
- 2+2 program with WCTC
- Mechanical engineering minor
- Course descriptions
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