Mechanical Engineering is concerned with the design, development, manufacture, and operation of a wide variety of energy conversion and machine systems. Mechanical engineers employ their knowledge of materials, system design and control, production methods, and mechanics to design traditional systems (such as aircraft, automobiles, engines, robots, energy-generation plants, pumps and valves, machines and household appliances), as well as systems utilizing new technologies (such as biomedical and nano devices), to meet design specifications for performance, economy, and ease of use while complying to safety and environmental protection requirements.
The mechanical engineering program strives to develop mechanical engineering graduates who can achieve fulfilling careers in the areas of engineering practice, professional growth and service. The expectations of the accomplishments and characteristics of their career in these areas are the objectives of the ME program.
The current program objectives are:
A. ME graduates are successfully and effectively using their skills in mathematics, computers, basic science, and the liberal arts in their practice of engineering.
B. ME graduates are successfully engaged in the mechanical engineering design processes and the practical application of engineering theory, methods and practices.
C. ME graduates are successfully engaged in an array of technical specialties within the broad field of mechanical engineering, including the design of mechanical or thermal/fluid systems, alternative energy systems, manufacturing, controls, robotics, materials, and bio-medical systems and devices.
D. ME graduates are engaged in successful professional careers and are also expanding their knowledge and skills through continuing education, with some going on to graduate or professional school.
E. ME graduates are effectively engaged in service to their professional societies as well as their local, national or global communities. The educational preparation necessary for attainment of these objectives can only be realized through the curriculum, the instructional process and related activities of the educational program.The first two years of the curriculum provide a foundation in mathematics and science for the mechanical engineering courses offered in the third year. The fourth year utilizes the knowledge acquired during the first three years to develop professional skills in applied areas such as thermal and fluid engineering, and systems design and control. Project courses are offered in the fourth year. CAD/CAM systems are used extensively throughout the curriculum.
The mechanical engineering curriculum prepares the student for professional work as well as graduate study in engineering or in other areas such as science, mathematics, management, medicine, law and business.
The curriculum as described below is for students entering NJIT in the fall of 2006 or after that date. Students entering before that date generally have a different program and should consult the department to learn which curriculum applies. This program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: (410) 347-7700. The Mission of Mechanical Engineering To educate mechanical engineering graduates to help the state and the country in general to stay competitive at the cutting edge of technology, to serve the profession of engineering, to become leaders in business, academia, industry, and the community and to engage in a lifetime of learning and achievement to benefit mankind. Program Educational Objectives The objectives are our expectations of the accomplishments and characteristics of the careers of our graduates in the areas of engineering practice, professional growth and service. The current Mechanical Engineering (ME) program objectives are: Objective A. ME graduates are successfully and effectively using their skills in mathematics, computers, basic science, and the liberal arts in their practice of engineering. Objective B. ME graduates are successfully engaged in the mechanical engineering design processes and the practical application of engineering theory, methods and practices. Objective C. ME graduates are successfully engaged in an array of technical specialties within the broad field of mechanical engineering, including the design of mechanical or thermal/fluid systems, alternative energy systems, manufacturing, controls, robotics, materials, and bio-medical systems and devices. Objective D. ME graduates are engaged in successful professional careers and are also expanding their knowledge and skills through continuing education, with some going on to graduate or professional school. Objective E. ME graduates are effectively engaged in service to their professional societies as well as their local, national or global communities. Program Outcomes Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering program will have: a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering b) An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data c) An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economics, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability. d) An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams e) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems f) An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility g) An ability to communicate effectively h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context. i) A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning j) A knowledge of contemporary issues k) An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice l) Knowledge of chemistry and calculus based physics with depth in at least one m) An ability to apply advanced mathematics through multivariate calculus and differential equations n) Familiarity with statistics and linear algebra o) An ability to work professionally in both the thermal and mechanical systems area including the design and realization of such systems.
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