Graduates work in careers in sectors such as: 

• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Acoustics
• Automation and Control
• Building Systems
• Biomedical
• Cryogenics
• Marine
• HVAC
• Manufacturing
• Nuclear
• Robotics

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates there were 293,100 mechanical engineers employed across the United States in 2024. On average, about 18,100 openings for mechanical engineers are projected each year. There is great demand for mechanical engineers, as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an 9% increase from 2024-2034, much faster than average for all occupations.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering features four student organizations, including: American Society of Mechanical Engineers; American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics; Society of Automotive Engineers; American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers.

Learn more about our student organizations here 

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program requires a minimum of 128 credits required for degree. Mechanical Engineering students are limited to a total of two D grades in ESC and MCE courses. Students are encouraged to pursue the Washkewicz College of Engineering Fenn Co-op program while pursing the Mechanical Engineering degree. Students may complete up to four semesters of co-op that often results in employment with government agencies, industrial manufacturers, consulting firms and other private engineering enterprises. Learn more about the Fenn Co-op Program. 

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program curriculum requires students to take courses in Mathematics, Ethics, Science, Engineering Science, Mechanical Engineering, a capstone. A co-op course is required if students pursue the co-op program. Degree maps and degree charts is provided below, including a co-op version, for students pursuing the BSME program.
 

Degree Maps

Degree Charts
 

Honors Program

The Department of Mechanical Engineering requires honors students to complete four courses for a total of 16 credit hours. These four courses are integrated into the requirements for the bachelor’s degree and do not increase the total number of hours beyond the regular curriculum. The objective of the upper division requirements is to expose the student to an advanced level and broader base of engineering design and problem solving. The one course at the junior level is a contract course and introduces problem solving in a more realistic setting than most design problems at this level. The student must accommodate the myriad of constraints encountered by projects in industry. The two courses at the graduate level introduce the student to advanced design and analysis methods. The final course is the honors thesis and exposes the student to the process of research, analysis, and documentation so crucial to future success in all career fields. Each of these courses are four credit hours.
 

University Scholars

The Department of Mechanical Engineering requires scholars students to complete three courses for a total of 12 credit hours at the graduate level. These courses form an integrated part of the bachelor’s degree and do not increase the total number of hours beyond the regular curriculum. The purpose of these courses is to expose the student to the advanced level of design and analysis required in many career fields. 

• MCE 521 Applied Thermodynamics
• MCE 541 Introduction to Linear Controls
• MCE 5XX (Any departmental 500 level course will also substitute for a senior technical elective)

Scholars students are also strongly encouraged to enroll in the M.E. accelerated masters program during their junior year. In this program, the graduate coursework will apply towards the student’s undergraduate degree as well as the masters degree. Note however, while grades of “C” or “B-” in graduate coursework will apply towards the undergraduate degree, they will not be accepted for graduate credit in the accelerated masters program.

Accelerated Master's Program

The Department of Mechanical Engineering also offers an accelerated program that enables students to earn a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree as well as a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering in 5 years.

Learn more about the Accelerated Master's Program here

Learn more about the BSME program admission and requirements 

Jenna Pinsoneault

Title: Assistant Academic Coach
Email: j.marzougui@csuohio.edu


 

Essence Bates

Title: Assistant Academic Coach
Email: e.r.bates@csuohio.edu
 

There are a variety of scholarships available for incoming freshman and transfer students. Please see details below about how to apply for these scholarships.  We also provide a Roadmap to Financial Aid that simplifies the process. Students are encouraged to fill out the FAFSA form for consideration of all types of financial aid.

Learn more about scholarships here

Learn more by requesting information or contacting a program staff member directly.

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Program Director

Bogdan Kozul

Title: Undergraduate Program Director
Email: b.kozul@csuohio.edu