Engineering Department

Graduates must have demonstrated the following to earn the B.S.M.E. degree:

1. An ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics.
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental and economic factors.
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of audiences.
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments considering the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental and societal contexts.
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks and meet objectives.
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, utilizing appropriate learning strategies.

Within 3-7 years of graduation, Mechanical Engineering program alumni are expected to:

1. Attain positions of responsibility in which they:
   1. Apply the concepts of math, science, computation, engineering, experimentation and/or manufacturing.
   2. Participate and communicate effectively in a professional, multi-disciplinary team environment.
   3. Utilize critical thinking, innovation, and problem-solving skill.
   4. Act according to ethical codes of conduct
2. Obtain sustained employment or further academic education in engineering or a related technical or professional field.
3. Pursue self-development milestones such as learning opportunities, professional licensure, or volunteer work.
4. Engage meaningfully in the practice or education of engineering and/or related technical fields.