Mechanical Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree at the University of Mount Union is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. You will develop the critical thinking skills to solve complex problems, understand how things work in the world, and create the next technology innovations to help society.

The mechanical engineering program is a four-year degree offered at Mount Union. The major is one of five four-year engineering degrees in the Department of Engineering. Biomedical engineering, computer engineering, and electrical engineering will all begin in the fall of 2018.

Mechanical Engineering Major Quick Facts

The mechanical engineering program requires 128-credit hours of coursework, which also fulfills the University’s requirements for its general education program, the Integrative Core. Mount Union’s mechanical engineering major provides an experience that stems from its “Four Pillars of Exceptional Engineering Education”.

Why Choose Engineering at Mount Union?

Over 95% placement rate to careers in industry or graduate schools
Over 90% placement rate in paid mechanical engineering internships
Small classes with strong bonds between the students and faculty members
Intense, hands-on education through projects, labs, internships and field experiences
Strong liberal arts culture that emphasizes graduating students with strong communication skills
New and state-of-the-art labs, housed in a recently-renovated engineering building and a separate engineering lab facility
Yearlong capstone senior design courses with projects directly from industry, narrowing the gap between real-world engineering and education

Program Mission and Objectives

MISSION

The mission of the mechanical engineering program is to provide a comprehensive, rigorous, hands-on engineering education in a quality and conducive learning environment; providing students with the skills and competencies necessary for employment or career advancement as electrical engineers. Our graduates will be equipped for life-long learning necessary for professional practice and advanced studies. We will prepare our students to be the technical, business, and global leaders of tomorrow.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Technical and Engineering Skills – Graduates will be able to apply mathematical, scientific and engineering principles in the design, analysis, experimentation and testing of computer devices, components, subsystems and software using appropriate tools and techniques.
Professional and Leadership Skills – Graduates will be able to recognize and achieve high levels of professionalism and attain careers in which they assume leadership position, work in multidisciplinary teams, make decisions that are socially responsible, and communicate effectively.
Worldview and Personal Development - Graduates will be aware of ethical, moral, diversity systems in a social context and prepared to continuously demonstrate their ability to learn new concepts, identify new directions, and adapt in response to the needs of a rapidly changing world.

At the time of graduation, Mechanical Engineering students will have achieved the following Program Outcomes:

Principles: An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
Design: An ability to apply the engineering design process to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration for public health and safety, and global, cultural, social, environmental, economic, and other factors as appropriate to the discipline.
Experimentation: An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
Responsibility: An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
Learning: An ability to recognize the ongoing need to acquire new knowledge, to choose appropriate learning strategies, and to apply this knowledge.
Teamwork: An ability to function effectively as a member or leader of a team that establishes goals, plans tasks, meets deadlines, and creates a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Foundations: Knowledge of the foundations of engineering, science, and mathematics and their applications in computer engineering.

Curriculum

Taught by our outstanding engineering faculty with expertise in the many fields that make up mechanical engineering, you will start your college career with general education courses in chemistry, physics, calculus and an overall view of the engineering profession as well as analysis and design. Throughout your years at Mount Union, you will engage in our dynamic curriculum that is strongly focused on real-world application. You will gain hands-on experience through a required international experience in the field as well as through the engineering capstone design course.

Careers

Mechanical engineering graduates are typically among those with the highest starting salaries. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, mechanical engineering is projected to increase approximately 5% over the course of the next decade. Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest disciplines in the field and can open the door to endless possibilities. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, mechanical engineers research, design, develop, manufacture and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices.

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Kathleen Allen ‘19 Mechanical Engineering Major

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Most of the professors I've had, especially in the engineering department, really care about you and your education. They are here because they want to teach you and watch you succeed.

Dr. Chad Korach Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering

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Engineering has traditionally been a rather dry topic to teach, so whenever I can engage the students with props or activities, it breaks up the lecture and allows students to see problems from different perspectives.

Dr. Joshua Gargac Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering

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Not only does the liberal arts education students receive at Mount Union allow them to enter the workforce or further education with the necessary knowledge and skills; it also prepares them to be the future leaders, dreamers and achievers in their fields.