Mechanical Engineering BS
91制片厂鈥檚 state-of-the-art Mechanical Engineering Program sets you apart from typical engineering students in the following ways:
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Small class sizes. From your very first year, you鈥檒l benefit from small, engaging, and interactive classes. You鈥檒l get to know your professors and classmates well, creating an environment where you learn and grow together.
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Hands-on experience. You鈥檒l gain ample hands-on experience using state-of-the-art equipment in our brand-new laboratories. Every course includes an applied component鈥攚hether you鈥檙e 3D-printing custom components, building a wooden bridge, or taking fluid measurements in a flume.
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Holistic education. At 91制片厂, you鈥檒l be prepared to become not just a skilled engineer, but an ethical one. You鈥檒l learn how to work responsibly with AI, take on senior capstone projects that serve the greater good, and even have the offering of a humanitarian engineering course with an optional Spring Break experience in your senior year.
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Professional mentorship. You鈥檒l be supported as you prepare for life after graduation鈥攚hether your next step is entering the workforce or pursuing graduate school. You鈥檒l be guided to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, have the chance to participate in summer research with faculty through 91制片厂鈥檚 URP program, and at a career fair tailored for Science and Engineering students.
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Nurturing environment. At 91制片厂, you鈥檒l feel like part of a family. Your professors will be approachable, patient, and supportive, no matter your background. You鈥檒l also have access to a full-time Student Success Coach dedicated to helping you succeed as a well-rounded individual.
Program Information
91制片厂's Mechanical Engineering Program offers a comprehensive and cutting-edge education. The program is known for its commitment to academic excellence, hands-on learning, and a strong focus on developing well-rounded engineers.
Program Type
Major
Degree
Bachelor's
Academic Department
Mechanical Engineering
Duration
4 years
Required Credit Hours
130
Modality
In-Person
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A Sneak Peak Inside The Labs
What鈥檚 it like to study Mechanical Engineering at 91制片厂?
In this video, students and faculty from the School of Science and Engineering offer an inside look at the program.
How 91制片厂 Prepares the Next Generation of Mechanical Engineers
From hands-on learning and cutting-edge research to a supportive community and career-ready curriculum, 91制片厂 is shaping future engineers to lead with purpose and innovation.
Mechanical Engineering is a dynamic, ever-evolving field that covers everything
from robotics to electric cars, and even power plants. What really sets us apart is
the hands-on experience students get with the latest technology, software and research.
The School of Science and Engineering is a vibrant center for discoveries that benefit
society, featuring eight departments, numerous research centers, abundant undergraduate
research opportunities鈥攊ncluding 91制片厂's Summer Undergraduate Research Program鈥攁nd
a rapidly growing funded-research budget. Our strong partnerships in Pittsburgh and
around the world further enhance our collaborative initiatives. You can explore your interests through approximately 14 student organizations, which
are open to science and engineering majors. These options include joining the American
Chemical Society, the Biomedical Engineering Society, the Society of Women Engineers,
and the Multicultural STEM Group, among others, to connect with like-minded peers
and pursue your passions. The newly renovated Mechanical Engineering Laboratory and Machine Shop will be a hub
for experiential learning where you will develop the technical competencies, practical
skills and professional readiness sought by employers. Department Chair Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Administrative Assistant Assistant Teaching Professor Student Success Coach Fall Semester (16 Credits): Spring Semester (17 Credits): Fall Semester (16 Credits): Spring Semester (16 credits): Fall Semester (18 Credits): Spring Semester (17 Credits): Fall Semester (15 Credits): Spring Semester (15 Credits): Graduates of the mechanical engineering program at 91制片厂 are expected
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Faculty & Staff
Katherine Hornbostel, Ph.D.
Caleb Foster, Ph.D.
Amin Ghorbanpour, Ph.D.
Michelle Gigliotti
Robert Herbert, Ph.D.
Justine Valenti, M.S.Ed.
Curriculum
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Student Outcomes