Mechanical Engineering Major (BSE)

Mechanical Engineering Major - Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE)

Please see the UNLV Mechanical Engineering department web page at http://www.unlv.edu/mel for more information about department programs, faculty, and facilities.

Please see advising information at the UNLV College of Engineering Advising Center at  http://engineering.unlv.edu/advising/

Accreditation

Institution - Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities www.nwccu.org
Program - Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET http://www.abet.org

Learning Outcomes

1. Our graduates will apply acquired technical capabilities when solving engineering problems or in their graduate studies in mechanical engineering or other fields.  

         The objective outcomes are:

• Fundamental knowledge of state-of-the-art and evolving areas associated with the mechanical engineering field.
• Ability to design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and utilize statistical methods.
• Ability to solve open-ended design problems.
• Ability to use modern computational techniques to solve engineering problems.
• Ability to mathematically model and analyze engineering systems.

   2.   Our graduates will use acquired professional skills to work effectively with colleagues and others in the work-place. 

          The objective outcomes are:

• Oral and written presentation of technical information.
• Introductory knowledge of economics.
• Working on a multi-disciplinary team with peers.
• Motivation to pursue lifelong learning.

   3.   Our graduates will demonstrate a sense of responsibility as a professional member of society.

          The objective outcomes are:

• Commitment to professional and ethical behavior in the workplace.
• Awareness of world affairs and cultures.
• Recognition of the impact of engineering on local and global societies.
• Seeking professional licensure.

University Graduation Requirements

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