The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program at Wayne State University is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org/, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical Engineering.

Mechanical engineering B.S. graduates will be able to apply basic engineering principles to identify and solve problems, and to design, specify the manufacturing of, and evaluate the performance of mechanical systems and processes.

Admission Requirements

For admission to the Bachelor of Science program, students must satisfy the admission criteria of the Division of Engineering, College of Engineering. The Department has an Academic Advisor and a Director of Undergraduate Studies. The former is responsible for assisting students with course selections and maintaining academic progress, and the latter is responsible for enforcing Departmental academic policy. Students are encouraged to meet with the Academic Advisor once every semester, for up-to-date feedback on their academic progress and a review of course plans for the next semester or two. The student and advisor together plan a complete program of study, including electives, which meet Departmental requirements and the interests of the individual student.

Mechanical Engineering Curriculum

Candidates for the Bachelor of Science degree must complete 123 credits of coursework, including the University General Education requirements. All course work must be completed in accordance with the academic procedures of the University and the College of Engineering governing undergraduate scholarship and degrees. 

Evening courses and cooperative programs allow professionals working in local industry to pursue an undergraduate degree while continuing employment. The degree requirements shown in the curriculum below are in effect as of the publication date of this bulletin; however, students should consult an academic advisor for verification of current requirements.

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may not be taken concurrently with ME 4500 or ME 5500

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May not be taken concurrently with ME 4300 or ME 5330.

Coherent Technical Electives

Two technical electives must be chosen from among the 5000-level courses offered by the Mechanical Engineering Department. Coherent Technical Electives are as follows:

In addition, students may choose to do directed study and research in an area of mutual interest to the student and a faculty member.

Program Educational Objectives

Program Educational Objectives are broad in scope and describe the expected accomplishments of our graduates during the first few years after graduation, while Student Outcomes are narrower and describe what our students are expected to know and be able to do by the time of graduation. The objectives of the undergraduate program in Mechanical Engineering at Wayne State University are to provide the education and training that will enable its graduates to:

1. successfully pursue intermediate level engineering positions or additional degrees;
2. demonstrate technical competency in applying broad, fundamental-based knowledge and up-to-date skills to perform professional work in mechanical engineering related disciplines;
3. demonstrate competency in applying comprehensive design methodology pertaining to mechanical engineering, incorporating the use of the economic, environmental, and social impact of design;
4. engage in professional societies, and to always apply best practices in professional ethics; and
5. be committed to life-long learning activities through self-reliance, creativity and leadership.

ABET Student Outcomes (as revised on October 20, 2017)

It is expected that by the time of graduation, our B.S.M.E. students will have:

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 range of audiences
4. an 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
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, using appropriate learning strategies.

In support of these educational objectives, faculty members will seek outstanding levels of achievement in their research and engineering practices. To further foster professionalism, the Department encourages students to be active participants in ASME, Pi Tau Sigma, Tau Beta Pi, SAE and other student professional organizations.