Mechanical Engineering BS

The mechanical engineering program is designed to provide basic knowledge in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, solid mechanics, mechanical design, dynamics, control, mechanical systems, manufacturing, and materials. The program includes fundamental subjects important to all mechanical engineers. The mechanical engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The Mechanical Engineering major is a designated capstone major. Within their capstone courses, Mechanical Engineering students work in teams to propose, design, analyze, and build a mechanical or electromechanical device. Graduates should be able to apply their knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering in technical systems; design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs; function as productive members of a team; identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems; and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

College:
Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science

Department:
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Degree Level:
Undergraduate

Degree:
Bachelor of Science

Preparation for the Major

Complete the following 14 courses and one programming course from the list below:

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Programming Course

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The Major

Complete 23 courses as follows:

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Required Courses

Complete the following courses:

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Heat Transfer or Thermodynamics

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Laboratory Requirement

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Manufacturing Requirement

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Departmental Breadth Courses

Complete the following two departmental breadth courses (if one or both of these courses are taken as part of the technical breadth requirement, students must select a replacement upper-division course or courses from the department—except for Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering 166A—or, by petition, from outside the department).

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Technical Breadth Courses

Select three technical breadth courses (12 units) from an approved list available in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.

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Capstone Design

Complete the following two courses:

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Major Field Electives

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Mechanical Engineering BS

Preparation for the Major

Programming Course

The Major

Required Courses

Heat Transfer or Thermodynamics

Laboratory Requirement

Manufacturing Requirement

Departmental Breadth Courses

Technical Breadth Courses

Capstone Design

Major Field Electives

Quarter Planning

Fall 2025

Winter 2026

Spring 2026