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Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Career Opportunities
Mechanical Engineering, being the broadest engineering discipline, prepares graduates for a wide range of career opportunities. Employment is available in design, research and development, testing and manufacturing in private businesses, consulting firms, government agencies and educational institutions. Mechanical Engineering graduates obtain a working knowledge of core engineering disciplines including mechanics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, thermal science, and materials science. Mechanical Engineering at Oregon Institute of Technology is a hands on applied engineering program. In addition to an excellent engineering education graduates obtain practical skills to succeed in their chosen career path. Emphasis is given to computer aided design and analysis, communication, teamwork and hands on laboratories. - According to the U.S. Department of Labor, median annual earnings of mechanical engineers were $66,320 in 2004.
- According to a 2004 salary survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, bachelors degree candidates in mechanical engineering received starting offers averaging $50,236.
Objectives of the Program
Objectives of the Mechanical Engineering program are (a) to ensure that graduates of this curriculum acquire competency in those theoretical, applied engineering, and practical subjects necessary to successful careers in their chosen field; (b) to maintain a departmental reputation for academic standards that will assure graduates a welcome by prospective employers; and (c) to provide advice and counsel to all students in these curricula.
Student Preparation
Students planning to enter the Mechanical Engineering curriculum
should undertake mathematics-science training in high school. Such courses as
algebra, trigonometry, calculus, physics, chemistry, drafting, English, writing,
speech, and shop classes will prove beneficial.
Cooperative Field Experience
There is an opportunity for students in the bachelor of science degree program to
work in industry for a specified time and receive college credit. Those interested in
such an opportunity are encouraged to work out the details with the Mechanical
Engineering Program Director.
Degree Requirements
In the curriculum listings appear several courses titled "MECH elective." MECH electives allow the student to select and pursue specific career objectives within the mechanical engineering field. MECH electives are upper-division MECH courses, not specifically required for graduation.
Students from other institutions should refer to the sections of this catalog titled "Transfer Students" and "Admission to Baccalaureate programs."
Typical MECH classes
Fundamentals
Calculus
Physics
Chemistry
Machining/Welding
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
Material Science CAD/CAM/CAE
Drafting
Computer Aided Design
Solid Modeling
Parametric Modeling
Finite Element Analysis Solid Mechanics
Statics
Dynamics
Strength of Materials
Machine Design Thermofluids Systems
Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Heat Transfer
Gas Laws
Aerodynamics
Wind Tunnel Controls
Fundamentals of Electric Circuits
Electric Power Systems
Fluid Power Systems
Instrumentation
Mechatronics
Vibrations
Faculty
Timothy Brower, Department Chair
Hugh Currin , Program Director Mechanical Engineering
Brian Moravec, Program Director Undergraduate Mechanical Eng. Technology
Professors: R. Shih, L. Wolf
Associate Professors: J. Anderson, N. Mead, J. Stuart
Assistant Professors: M. Smith-Lee, A. Trupin, W. Sun |