Mechanical engineers are creative problem solvers who design, develop, and manufacture the machines and instrumentation that run energy, building, environmental, and transportation systems. Examples include biomedical devices, ground/air/space vehicles, robots, environmental control equipment, and power plants.
In Mechanical Engineering, students take basic science and mathematics courses while beginning their engineering studies in design and computing. A broad spectrum of classes is designed to sharpen problem-solving skills. The senior year focuses on a year-long capstone design course to help students in the transition from college to an engineering career. Students also choose technical electives from the energy, automotive, material science, manufacturing, dynamic systems, robotics and controls, simulation and modeling, and biomedical engineering areas. Participation in labs provides an active learning environment and further develops design, modeling, and analytical skills.
Mechanical Engineering at CSU is dedicated to graduating ethical mechanical engineers who:
Make an impact on society's global, grand engineering challenges
Act as innovative and creative engineering designers who identify, analyze, and solve complex problems
Function as accomplished thinkers with hands-on practical skills
Serve as local, regional, and global collaborators and communicators
Commit to life-long learning
Uphold the CSU Principles of Community which encompass inclusion, integrity, respect, service, and social justice