Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.)

Program: B.S.M.E.
Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering  
College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science

Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science Building 321 ~ 260-481-6965

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Mechanical engineering is a broad technical discipline, covering the design, development, analysis, control and testing of machines for converting energy from one form to another to perform useful work. Purdue University Fort Wayne offers a four-year mechanical engineering undergraduate program leading to a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree.

Areas of specialization include engineering mechanics (solid mechanics, machine dynamics and mechanical design), energy systems (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer), manufacturing (materials selection and materials processing), and computer-aided engineering (solid modeling and finite element analysis).

Our students, while drawn from diverse backgrounds, are all extremely able and committed to learning. Purdue Fort Wayne delivers an exceptional educational experience to engineering students, encouraging collaboration and teamwork throughout the curriculum.

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Objectives:

As a framework for the continuous improvement policy, the Mechanical Engineering program has adopted a set of programs objectives that describe the anticipated accomplishments of our graduates within a few years after graduation.

The Mechanical Engineering program educational objectives are to produce graduates who:

• Function and communicate effectively both as individuals and in multidisciplinary teams to solve technical problems.
• Advance professionally to roles of greater mechanical engineering responsibilities and/or by transitioning into leadership positions in business, government, and/or education.
• Participate in life-long learning through the successful completion of advanced degree(s), professional development, and/or engineering certification(s)/licensure.
• Demonstrate a commitment to community by applying technical skills and knowledge to support various service activities.

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Student Learning Outcomes:

The graduates from the Mechanical Engineering Program will demonstrate that they have:

• an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
• an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
• an ability to design both thermal and mechanical systems, components, or processes to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social,ethical, safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
• an ability to function on engineering and science laboratory and project teams as well as multi-disciplinary teams.
• an ability to identify, formulate, and solve mechanical engineering problems.
• an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
• an ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms.
• the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
• a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
• a knowledge of and exposure to contemporary issues.
• an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice, including analysis and design.

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Accreditation:

• The mechanical engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.

Program Delivery:

• The B.S.M.E. program is delivered primarily through on-campus courses;  however, some of the required General Education courses are available as hybrid and/or on-line courses and those can be used to satisfy the program requirements. 

Declaring this Major:

Students interested in declaring Mechanical Engineering as their major may do so in one of two ways:

1.  On their application when they first apply to Purdue Fort Wayne

2.  After meeting with a ME faculty advisor, who will determine that the student has the required math and chemistry background to begin in our program. 

General Requirements:

• Degree Requirements  
• General Education Requirements  
• Overlapping Content  
• Academic Regulations  

Program Requirements:

In order to start in the Mechanical Engineering program, a student must meet the following criteria:

1.  Math Placement at or above MA 15400