About This Program
The Mechanical Engineering program integrates topics from chemistry, physics, advanced mathematics and statistics, and core engineering science to prepare you to work professionally in both thermal and mechanical systems; from design, development, manufacture, and use of products involving mechanical and thermal elements.
This program may be a good fit for you if you are a creative thinker, enjoy problem solving, work well in teams, and enjoy math and science.
Within Mechanical Engineering, you will choose to complete one of two subplans: General Mechanical Engineering will engage you with coursework that can be applied across a wide range of industry sectors, engineered products, and services. Maritime Engineering offers an in-depth dive into engineering courses focusing on different aspects of science and technology pertaining to aquatic environments.
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program is to deliver a laboratory-intensive, undergraduate mechanical engineering education that provides you with the tools and skills to excel in the engineering profession, as you pursue lifelong learning and make positive contributions to society. Your learning experience offers unique opportunities for study abroad, undergraduate research, and electives outside of mechanical engineering to develop an enhanced global perspective.
Program Highlights
- ABET accredited
- There are opportunities to further specialize your program with minors and certificates focused on Biochemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Energy Engineering, and Project Management
- Lectures and labs taught by our award-winning faculty
- Laboratory intensive - many courses have a hands-on laboratory component where students get practical experience with a wide variety of industry-grade equipment and software tools in our excellent facilities.
Research & Experiential Learning
- Faculty work with you on a wide range of applied research projects for regional clients and government agencies. Areas of work include medical devices and implants, healthcare, composites, additive manufacturing, recycling, design of technical apps, sustainable energy, fluid flows, machine learning, and robotic vision
- You have the opportunity to put your design and entrepreneurial skills to use in ASME design competitions, projects sponsored by regional companies, and research projects in the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
Student Internships
- Altec
- Graco
- Bobcat Company
- Polaris
- 3M
- Cirrus Aircraft
- Sappi
Potential Careers
- Design engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Project engineer
- Quality engineer
- Automotive engineer
- Biomedical engineer
- Nuclear engineer
- Process engineer
- Production supervisor
- Plant engineer
- Supply chain analyst
Scholarships
In addition to SCSE scholarships, department scholarships include: Gordon O. Voss Scholarship, Wyrick Match, Robinson Scholarship, Alden L Kendall Scholarship, Dr Richard R Lindeke Scholarship, Connell Scholarship, Robert Schoneberger Memorial Scholarship, Sam Hodel Scholarship, UMD MIE Scholarship, and LHB MIE Engineering Scholarship.
Get Involved
- Bulldog Rocketry Club
- Bulldog Racing
- Engineers without Borders (EWB)
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
- Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
Requirements
Refer to the link below for more detailed information about the program, admission requirements, sample plans, and contact information.
Mechanical Engineering B.S.M.E.