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Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering Program
Mechanical engineering is that branch of engineering which is concerned with mechanical and energy systems, along with 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 thus provides an ideal base for interdisciplinary activities.
Engineers are constantly challenged to advance and implement modern technologies. This challenge can be met provided that one obtains a sound knowledge of the fundamental principles of the engineering sciences. The mechanical engineering curriculum is designed to provide not only a thorough understanding of the engineering sciences but also of the principles of manufacturing and organization that are 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 the student with an understanding of society and an awareness of his or her 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.
In order to accommodate the students' professional interests, the department offers electives in a number of areas of study within mechanical engineering. In choosing electives, the student and faculty adviser confer to determine those courses which best meet the needs and interests of the individual student. By carefully selecting technical elective coursework, the student 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 the areas of 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
At the completion of the Mechanical Engineering major, the student 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 multi-disciplinary team in a professional environment.
- Be able to coomunicate 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 both 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
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