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for California State University, Fresno.
Department of Mechanical
and Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Program
Mechanical engineering is the use of basic science in the design and
manufacture of components and systems. This requires the application of
physical and mechanical principles in the development of machines, energy
conversion systems, materials, and equipment for measurement and control.
Knowledge of mathematics, physics, and chemistry lies at the core of this
field. Application of this knowledge uses engineering technology -- a disciplined
way of thinking, modeling, and testing that enables development of new systems
despite incomplete information and uncertainty.
The program in mechanical engineering provides basics in design and in thermal
and fluid mechanics. All areas include statics, dynamics, materials, fluid
mechanics, thermodynamics, and experimental methods. Application areas in
design include mechanics of materials, applied mechanics, structural and
manufacturing aspects of producing equipment, and vibrations. Application
areas in thermal and fluid mechanics focus on energy conversion and include
combustion, heat engines, refrigeration, and fluid flow.
Students should consult with their advisers to select the proper courses
that emphasize their areas of interest.
Engineer-in-Training and Professional Engineering registration is strongly
recommended as a first step in professional lifelong learning.
Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements
Mechanical Engineering Major
Major requirements (65 units)
ME 1, 26, 31, 32, 115, 116, 118, 134, 136, 140, 145, 154, 155, 156 (34 units)
CE 20, 121 (6 units)
ECE 70, 91, 91L (7 units)
IE 90, 110, 160 (8 units)
Design Applications (4 units)
ME 159 and ME 164 or ME 166
Technical Area Courses (6 units)
Take a minimum of 6 units in Group A (ME 137, 142, 144, 146, or 162.)
A maximum of 3 units in Group B (ME 180, 190, 191T; IE 145, 155, 165; ECE
121, 121L, 155) may be substituted for a course in Group A with faculty
adviser's approval.
Other requirements (59 units)
General Education (41 units)
COMM 3, 7, or 8; ENG 1; HIST 11 or 12; PLSI 2, 120; PHIL 20, 120; and select
one course from each of the following G.E. Areas: B2, C1, D3
The following courses are required to satisfy both G.E. and major requirements:
MATH 75 [B4], CHEM 3A [B1], ME 112 [IB]
Additional requirements (18 units)
MATH 76, 77, 81; PHYS 4A, 4AL, 4B
Total (124 units)
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Note: Engineering majors are exempt from G.E. areas A3, E, ID, and the
third course in Area C.
Advising Notes
- Courses in mathematics, the physical sciences, or engineering taken CR/NC are not counted toward fulfillment of degree requirements in mechanical engineering.
- Mechanical engineering majors might consider a math, physics, or business minor.
- Since the mechanical engineering major curriculum is very demanding, many students, especially those not fully prepared in mathematics, chemistry, and/or physics, take 4 1/2 or more years to graduate rather than the traditional 4 years. If needed, students also may go to the Learning Resource Center in Lab School, Room 137 and request tutorial assistance.
- Advising is mandatory in the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Students must see their adviser at least once per academic year.
- The Upper-Division Writing Skills Requirement has to be completed no sooner than the term in which 60 units of coursework are completed or no later than the term in which 90 units are completed. This requirement can be met by passing the university examination or by completing IE 182W with letter grad of C or better.
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