Mechanical Engineering

Department	Mechanical and Civil Engineering
College	Science, Engineering & Technology
Undergraduate Degree Type(s)	BSME
Program Description	Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering Program at MSU will be prepared: with a strong technical foundation to practice mechanical engineering, or to pursue graduate studies; to become registered professional engineers; to communicate technical information effectively with the public, their peers, customers, and employers; with an understanding of the need for life-long learning and of the importance from community and professional involvement; with an awareness of cultural, societal, and professional issues. Other important features of the Mechanical Engineering Program at Minnesota State University, Mankato include the following: students are required to take the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in their senior year – a precursor to professional registration. students are encouraged to work in engineering-related areas for exposure to industrial practice. Internships are strongly recommended. senior students must participate in a design experience working in a team similar to development teams in industry and government for a full academic year. Industrial sponsored projects are offered when available. The Mechanical Engineering Program at Minnesota State University, Mankato strives to produce sound engineering professionals who possess a well-balanced analytical and experimental background. Course work includes mathematics and basic sciences, communications (including graphic design and technical writing), humanities & social sciences, engineering sciences, and engineering design. Technical elective courses enable students to choose an area of interest for more in–depth study. Other electives, such as geography, history, philosophy, sociology and psychology courses, broaden the student's perception of the interpersonal, multicultural and environmental aspects of the world in which they will design solutions to technical problems. The program culminates with a senior design project. Students work in small design teams to apply acquired knowledge. They initiate ideas (innovation), determine the design parameters and develop potential solutions (analysis), and complete a full design process – including successful manufacture and testing (modeling and experimentation). The majority of senior projects are done with industrial companies as sponsors. A number of projects have resulted in the filing and issue of patents. The Mechanical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Admission Requirements	Admission to the University does not imply acceptance into the ME program. Admission to the program is based on GPA and performance in selected courses and is subject to approval of the Mechanical and Civil Engineering Department. Only students admitted to the program are permitted to enroll in upper-division ME courses. For any exceptions to this policy, special written permission must be obtained. The department makes a special effort to accommodate transfer students. Transfer students are encouraged to contact the department as soon as possible to facilitate a smooth transition. If local information is insufficient, write, call or visit the department. Before being admitted to upper–division mechanical engineering courses, a student must complete a minimum of 51 credits, including the following courses: General Physics (calculus based), 10 credits Calculus and Differential Equations, 16 credits Introduction to Engineering, 2 credits Engineering Mechanics (Statics & Dynamics), 6 credits Electrical Engineering (Circuits, including lab), 4 credits Chemistry, 5 credits English Composition, 4 credits Computer Graphics Communication, 1 credit Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, 1 credit Intro. to Problem Solving and Engineering Design, 2 credits For transfer students the distribution of credits specified in the previous paragraph may vary, but the total credits must satisfy departmental transfer requirements. Transfer students should contact the department for individual evaluation. A grade of “C” or above must be achieved in each required course. A student must have an overall GPA of 2.5 in all required science, math, EE and ME courses for admission.
Other Requirements	The department strongly encourages all students to obtain professional registration. Seniors are required to take the Engineering Fundamentals examination, which is administered by the state of Minnesota as a first step in a professional license. Nearly all graduates from MSU's Mechanical Engineering Program have passed it on their first attempt.
Program URL	http://cset.mnsu.edu/mece/me/
Program Contact Information	Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering 205 Trafton Science Center East Mankato, MN 56001 Phone: 507-389-6383 Fax: 507-389-5002 Email: jean.willaert@mnsu.edu
College Advising	All Mechanical Engineering majors are assigned to an academic advisor to assist in planning their major program. Meeting with this advisor is REQUIRED prior to registration each semester. Additional advising support is available at: College of Science, Engineering & Technology Advising Center Angie Bomier, Student Relations Coordinator Trafton C-125 507-389-1521

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