Mechanical Engineering Major

The mechanical engineering curriculum at Seattle University is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in both technical and communication skills needed for success in the profession. The rigorous curriculum not only prepares students for employment upon graduation, it also prepares them for the challenge of graduate studies. The faculty members in the department, each with unique talent and technical specialty, are dedicated to serve the student’s need and are committed to foster a learning environment where student welfare is the central focus.

Requirements

In order to earn the bachelor of science in mechanical engineering degree with a major in mechanical engineering, students must complete a minimum of 180 credits including at least 45 credits in the core curriculum. A cumulative 2.50 grade point average is required, in addition to a science and engineering grade point average of 2.50, including the following:

I. Core Curriculum Requirements

45 credits in the core curriculum, including:

ENGL 110 - College Writing: Inquiry and Argument 5
PHIL 110 - Introduction to Philosophy and Critical Thinking 5
ENGL 120 - Introduction to Literature 5
PHIL 220 - Philosophy of the Human Person 5
Social Science I (not economics) (5)
Social Science II satisfied by CEEGR 302
Theology and Religious Studies Phase II (200-299) (see course offerings ) (5)
Ethics (upper division) (5)
Theology and Religious Studies Phase III (300-399) (see course offerings ) (5)
Interdisciplinary satisfied within major
Senior Synthesis filled by MEGR 487 , MEGR 488 , MEGR 489

Choose one of the following two courses:

II. Major Program Requirements

74 credits in mechanical engineering, including:

MEGR 105 - Engineering Graphics and Design 3
MEGR 106 - Machine Shop 1
MEGR 181 - Innovative Design 2
MEGR 210 - Statics 4
MEGR 230 - Dynamics 4
MEGR 281 - Engineering Methods 4
MEGR 304 - Data Acquisition and Instrumentation 4
MEGR 321 - Thermodynamics 5
MEGR 324 - Heat Transfer 5
MEGR 350 - Materials Science 5
MEGR 371 - Machine Elements 5
MEGR 435 - Dynamic Systems 5
MEGR 438 - Control Systems 4
MEGR 487 - Engineering Design I 3
MEGR 488 - Engineering Design II 4
MEGR 489 - Engineering Design III 3
Engineering Electives (approved by department) (9)

Choose one of the following two courses:

III. Other Major Department Requirements

61 credits in math, science and engineering, including:

NOTE:

1. A minimum of 45 credits in core curriculum courses is required for graduation. 2. The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination is required for graduation.