理学学士 - 机械工程

专业介绍

Mechanical Engineering Degree Program Overview

Mechanical engineers design and manufacture everything from small, individual parts and devices like microscale sensors and inkjet printer nozzles to massive, heavy machinery and large systems like rockets and space stations. Mechanical engineers are environmental stewards, looking for ways to build and maintain energy-efficient components, products, machines and systems.

Purdue University Northwest’s mechanical engineering degree program prepares you for a career in a constantly changing field and provides a basis for lifelong learning.

Why Study Mechanical Engineering at PNW?

Here at PNW – part of the world renowned Purdue system – you have the opportunity to earn baccalaureate and master’s engineering degrees within five years.

In addition to extensive technical training, you’ll learn project management as well as written and oral communication skills essential for the engineering profession.

Our vibrant community is home to several active engineering student organizations and our students compete in national innovation competitions.

Mechanical Engineering Major Curriculum

You’ll take a balance of general education courses, College of Engineering and Sciences core courses and mechanical engineering courses.

The mechanical engineering degree program combines advanced mathematics, engineering principles and hands-on lab experience in all aspects of the discipline, including thermodynamics, mechanics, dynamics, kinematics, heat transfer and machine design.

You can also receive a concentration in Sustainable Energy .

Learn the fundamentals of calculus while exploring the foundational concepts of mechanics.

Sample Courses

• MA 16300 – Integrated Calculus Analysis Geometry I
• MA 16400 – Integrated Calculus Analysis Geometry II
• PHYS 15200 – Mechanics

Expand your study of mechanics and advanced mathematics.

Sample Courses

• MA 26100 – Multivariate Calculus
• MA 26400 – Differential Equations
• CE 27300 – Mechanics of Materials
• ME 27500 – Basic Mechanics II (Dynamics)

Explore kinematics, dynamics and heat transfer.

Sample Courses

• ME 32000 – Kinematics Analysis and Design
• ME 32500 – Dynamics of Physical Systems
• ME 41600 – Heat Transfer

Complete your studies with machine design, any remaining general education core classes and a required experiential learning course.

Sample Courses

• ME46100 – Machine Design
• ME 42900 – Senior Engineering Design I
• ME 43900 – Senior Engineering Design II
• PHIL 32400 – Ethics for the Professions
• PHIL 11100 – Ethics

Mechanical Engineering Degree Program Highlights

U.S. News & World Report includes the engineering programs at PNW in its top 50 rankings of master’s comprehensive universities nationwide.

Our student-centered Mechanical Engineering program, offered on both PNW campuses, includes hands-on projects and a senior design capstone experience. You’ll study in state-of-the-art labs under faculty who hold PhDs in their areas of instruction.

Mechanical Engineering Degree Program Outcomes

As a graduate of this ABET-accredited program, you’ll be able to:

• Identify, formulate and solve engineering problems
• Use skills and tools necessary for engineering practice
• Design and conduct experiments; analyze data
• Design systems or processes within realistic constraints
• Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities
• Understand the impact of engineering in economic, environmental and societal contexts

Mechanical Engineering Degree Program Career Paths

Graduates work in a variety of fields, including:

• Starlink Mechanical Engineer
• Quality Control Engineer
• Design Engineer
• Building Performance and Systems Engineer

Mechanical Engineering Degree Program Accreditation

The Mechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org , under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.

Mechanical Engineering Degree Program Licensure

As an ABET-accredited engineering program, PNW’s program for the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the School of Engineering fulfills the educational requirements for PE licensure in Indiana and all states of the US.

费用与学制

学制（月）

48

学费

18198.0 USD

申请费

0.0 USD