B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical engineering is an ABET accredited program based on fundamental engineering science principles and focuses on the design of mechanical systems, machines, and consumer products. This design process often involves understanding how heat transfer, fluid flow and thermodynamics are involved and understanding how to meet or exceed the performance specifications for a particular design.
Mechanical Engineering Courses by term:
| Year | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
| Year 1 | PHYS 1500 (Physics I) – 5hrs Math 1700 (Calc I) – 4hrs ENGR 1000 (Fresh Engr I) WI – 3hrs ENGR 1001 (Fresh Engr I lab) – 1hr FYS (Freshman Year Exp) – 3hrs Total: 16 hours |
PHYS 1600 (Physics II) – 5hrs Math 1800 (Calc II) – 4hrs ENGR 1010 (Fresh Engr II) – 3hrs ENGR 1011 (Fresh Engr II lab) – 1hr INST (1500-WI) – 3hrs Total: 16 hours |
| Year 2 | Math 2700 (Multivariable Calc.) – 4hrs ENGR 2000 (Statics & Mech of Matr) – 4hrs CHEM 1700 (Accel Gen Chem) – 3hrs CHEM 1710 (Chem lab) – 1hr INST (Integrative Studies) – 3hrs Total: 15 hours |
Math 2500 (Linear Alg & Matr) – 3hrs ENGR 2100 (Dynamics) – 3hrs MENG 2000 (Thermodynamics) – 3hrs MENG 2001 (Thermodynamics lab) – 1hr Free Elective – 3hrs INST (Integrative Studies) – 3hrs Total: 16 hours |
| Year 3 | Math 3100 (Intro to ODEs) – 3hrs ENGR 3100 (Production Processes) – 3hrs ENGR 3101 (Production Processes lab) – 1hr MENG 3000 (Machine Design I) – 3hrs ENGR 3200 (Materials) – 3hrs INST (Integrative Studies) – 3hrs Total: 16 hours |
MENG 3010 (Electrical System II) – 3hrs MENG 3011 (Electrical Systems II lab) – 1hr ENGR 3500 (Statistics and QC) – 3hrs MENG 3100 (Machine Design II) – 3hrs LFW – 1hr INST (Integrative Studies) – 3hrs Total: 14 hours |
| Year 4 | MENG 4100 (Fluid Dynamics) – 3hrs ENGR 4100 (Automated Systems) – 3hrs ENGR 4101 (Automated Systems Lab) – 1hr INST (Integrative Studies) – 3hrs INST (Integrative Studies) – 3hr Total: 13 hours |
MENG 4000 (Heat Transfer) – 3hrs MENG 4001 (Thermal Sciences Lab) – 1hr MENG 4800 (Senor Capstone Design Project) WI – 3hrs ENGR Electives – 4hrs total SYE (Senior Year Experience) – 3hrs Total: 14 hours |
| Total Hours = 120 | ||
Overall Requirements:
- Total Math & Science – 32 credits (26.7%)
- Total major – 85 credits (does not include MATH 1700)
- Total Gen Ed – 35 credits (includes MATH 1700, FYS, SYE, LFW, INST (x7) and free elective)
4 Credits of Engineering Electives Can be Satisfied By:
- ENGR 4999s based on faculty areas of interest/research (Spring; 2 Credit Hours each)
- ENGR 3050 (Numerical Analysis, Fall, 3 Credit Hours)
- Any Systems Engineering (ENGR) course, level 3000 or higher not required in the ME major
| Student Learning Outcomes | University Learning Goals (KMERI*) |
| 1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. | Knowledgeable, Engaged |
| 2. 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. | Engaged, Responsible |
| 3. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences. | Multi-Literate |
| 4. 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. | Responsible |
| 5. Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives. | Engaged, Responsible |
| 6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. | Knowledgeable, Engaged |
| 7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. | Inquisitive |
*NOTE: KMERI refers to Otterbein's learning goals. It stands for Knowledgeable, Multi-literate, Engaged, Responsible, and Inquisitive. To learn more about KMERI, visit our University Learning Goals page.
