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Mechanical Engineering
General
Program Title
Mechanical Engineering
Degree Designation
BSME
Award Type
Baccalaureate
Program Level
Undergraduate
Instruction Mode
On Campus
Program Description
Mechanical Engineering. A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.
Admission Requirements
What previous degree and/or experience is required prior to admission to this program?
High School / GED
Required GPA for graduation
2.5
Number of credits in program
128
Requirements
Simple Requisites
Completion requirement
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
Block 1 includes these plus the differential equations block 1 course(s) and intro to engineering - total 39 credit hours, minimum 2.5 block 1 GPA required.
Complete ANY of the following Courses:
These are part of block 1 requirements and count towards block 1 GPA
Complete at least 2 of the following
Courses:
These count towards block 3 GPA
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
GPA of 2.5 within these courses is required, includes the Free Technical Elective. Students can take Block 2 courses as long as they have met the prerequisites; Block 2 does not have to be taken in sequence with Block 1 or Block 3.
Complete ANY of the following Courses:
Part of block 2 GPA
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
Minimum 2.50 GPA required within these courses, including 2 technical elective courses.
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
Complete ANY of the following Courses:
Part of block 1 requirements and count towards block 1 GPA
Program Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Graduates of the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at St. Cloud State University will have the ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
Outcome
Graduates from the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at St. Cloud State University will have the 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.
Outcome
The undergraduate program in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at St. Cloud State University will have the ability to to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
Outcome
Graduates from the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at St. Cloud State University will have the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
Outcome
Graduates from the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at St. Cloud State University will have the to 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.
Outcome
Graduates of the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at St. Cloud State University will have the ability to recognize the ongoing need to acquire new knowledge, to choose appropriate learning strategies, and to apply this knowledge.
Outcome
Graduates from the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at St. Cloud State University will have the ability to 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.
Degree Maps or Program Completion Plans
Major Code
8021
Program Code
3050