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For students who wish to pursue a double major, where both majors are offered by the College of Engineering and Computer Science, two conditions must be satisfied:
a) The second major must require at least 30 units of additional non-overlapping course work.
b) The chairs of both departments offering the two majors must sign the approval form (except if both majors are in one department, then that chair's signature is sufficient)."
Additional information about the undergraduate program is available in the CSUN catalog.
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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PREREQUISITES
| Course | Prerequisites |
|---|
ME 101/L - Introduction to Mechanical Engineering and Lab | MATH 102 or higher |
ME 186/L - Computer-Aided Design and Lab | Math 102 (or higher), ME 101/L |
ME 209 - Programming for Mechanical Engineers | Corequisite: Math 150A |
ME 280 - Differential Equations for Mechanical Engineers | MATH 150B, Recommended preparatory course: Math 250 |
ME 286 - Mechanical Engineering Design | ME 186/L; Corequisite MSE 227 |
ME 309 - Numerical Analysis of Engineering Systems | MATH 150B, ME 209, or COMP 106/L, or ECE 206/L. *Note ME majors must take ME 209. |
ME 330 - Machine Design | ME 286, CE 340, MSE 227 |
ME 335/L - Mechanical Measurements and Lab | PHYS 220B, ME 209 |
ME 370 - Thermodynamics | Chem 101/L, MATH 250, PHYS 220A/L |
ME 375 - Heat Transfer I | MATH 280 or ME 280 or ECE 280, PHYS 220A/L, ME 370 |
ME 384 - System Dynamics: Modeling, Analysis and Simulation | AM 316, ECE 240/L, Corequisite: ME 390 |
ME 386/L - Computer-Aided Analysis & Design and Lab | ME 286, Corequisite: ME 330 |
ME 390 - Fluid Mechanics | ME 370, PHYS 220A/L, MATH 250 |
ME 435/L - Mechatronics and Lab | ECE 240/L, ME 335/L |
ME 491 - Thermal-Fluids Lab | ME 335/L, ME 370, ME 375, ME 390 |
ME 486A - Senior Design in Mechanical Engineering I | ME 309, ME 330, Corequisite: ME 386/L |
ME 486B - Senior Design in Mechanical Engineering II | ME 486A |
4 Senior Electives | Any 400- or 500-level ME course except those on "not from" list on DPR |
Senior year courses cannot be taken unless the student has previously completed, or is concurrently completing, all freshman-, sophomore- and junior- year requirements.
MATH & SCIENCE PREREQUISITES
| Course | Prerequisites |
|---|
CHEM 101/L - General Chemistry and Lab | Satisfactory score on the Chemistry Placement Test(CPT) or a grade of C or higher (C- is unacceptable) in CHEM 100 taken at CSUN only |
MATH 150A - Calculus I | Placement tests or Non-Lower Division Class Prerequisites (See the Math department for details) |
MATH 150B - Calculus II | MATH 150A |
PHYS 220A/L - Mechanics and Lab | MATH 150A |
PHYS 220B/L - Electricity and Magnetism and Lab | PHYS 220A/L, MATH 150B |
MATH 250 - Calculus III | MATH 150B with a grade of "C" or better |
MATH 280 - Applied Differential Equations | MATH 150B with a grade of "C" or better |
ENGINEERING PREREQUISITES
| Course | Prerequisites |
|---|
MSE 227/L - Engineering Materials and Lab | MATH 150A, PHYS 220A/L, CHEM 101/L |
CE 240 - Engineering Statics | PHYS 220A/L, Corequisite: MATH 150B |
ECE 240/L - Electrical Engineering Fundamentals and Lab | PHYS 220B/L, MATH 250, Corequisite: MATH 280 or ME 280 or ECE 280 |
MSE 304 - Engineering Economic Analysis | MATH 150B and Completion of Lower Division Writing Requirement |
CE 340 - Strength of Materials | CE 240, MATH 280 or ME 280 or ECE 280 |
AM 316 - Engineering Dynamics | CE 240, MATH 280 or ME 280 or ECE 280 |
AM 317 - Mechanics Lab | Prerequisites: CE 340. Corequisite: AM 316 |
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ME Elective Suggested by Area of Emphasis
It is recommended to choose one of the following 6 areas of emphasis to plan your senior elective courses
Select a total of 12 units
LOWER-DIVISION REQUIRED COURSES (47 UNITS)
FRESHMAN YEAR
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|
ME 101/L | Introduction to Mechanical Engineering and Lab | 1/1 |
ME 186/L | Computer-Aided Design | 1/1 |
CHEM 101/L | General Chemistry and Lab | 4/1 |
Math 150A | Calculus I | 5 |
MATH 150B | Calculus II | 5 |
PHYS 220A/L | Mechanics and Lab | 3/1 |
Total | | 23 |
SOPHOMORE YEAR
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|
ME 209 | Programming for Mechanical Engineers | 1 |
ME 286 | Mechanical Engineering Design | 2 |
CE 240 | Engineering Statics | 3 |
ECE 240/L | Electrical Engineering Fundamentals and Lab | 3/1 |
MATH 250 | Calculus III | 3 |
MATH 280 | Applied Differential Equations | 3 |
MSE 227/L | Engineering Materials and Lab | 3/1 |
PHYS 220B/L | Electricity and Magnetism and Lab | 3/1 |
Total | | 24 |
UPPER-DIVISION REQUIRED COURSES (52 UNITS)
JUNIOR YEAR
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|
ME 309 | Numerical Analysis of Engineering Systems | 2 |
ME 330 | Machine Design | 3 |
ME 335/L | Mechanical Measurements and Lab | 1/1 |
ME 370 | Thermodynamics | 3 |
ME 375 | Heat Transfer I | 3 |
ME 386/L | Computer-Aided Analysis & Design | 2/1 |
ME 390 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
AM 316 | Engineering Dynamics | 3 |
AM 317 | Mechanics Lab | 1 |
CE 340 | Engineering Mechanics II | 3 |
MSE 304 | Engineering Economic Analysis | 3 |
Total | | 29 |
SENIOR YEAR
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|
ME 384 | System Dynamics: Modeling, Analysis and Simulation | 3 |
ME 435/L | Mechatronics and Lab | 2/1 |
ME 486A | Senior Design in Mechanical Engineering | 2 |
ME 486B | Senior Design in Mechanical Engineering | 2 |
ME 491 | Experimental Methods in Thermal-Fluids Systems | 1 |
Total | | 11 |
UPPER-DIVISION SENIOR ELECTIVES (12 UNITS):
Students must select 12 units of electives from 400 and/or 500-level engineering courses. These electives together with the required senior year courses listed above, constitute the student’s Mechanical Engineering senior year. The elective program must be approved by the Mechanical Engineering Department before the student files a graduation check.
Suggested Senior Electives by Area of Emphasis (.pdf)
TOTAL UNITS IN THE MAJOR: 99
GENERAL EDUCATION (27 UNITS):
Undergraduate students must complete 48 units of General Education as described in this Catalog, including 3 units of coursework meeting the Ethnic Studies (ES) graduation requirement.
21 units are satisfied by coursework in the major. Completion of the Mechanical Engineering major satisfies A3 Critical Thinking. 6 units of Physical Science may be used to satisfy sections B1-3. MATH 150A satisfies Basic Skills B4 Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning; ME 370 satisfies B5 Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning; MSE 304 satisfies 3 units of upper division D1 Social Sciences; and ME 101/L and ME 209 satisfy E Lifelong Learning.
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE: 126
BSME Program Objectives
Program Educational Objectives
The CSUN undergraduate mechanical engineering program should prepare students to enter the engineering profession as a skilled practitioner who can make a solid contribution to the field, find job satisfaction, and have a lifelong career. To accomplish these overall goals, during the first few years following graduation a CSUN graduate is expected to:
- Have an engineering job or a position that utilizes the application of their engineering education in the workplace
- Demonstrate a record of professional development activities related to the successful practice of engineering
- Accept additional responsibilities to meet evolving workplace needs and be regarded by colleagues and supervisors as an effective member of their organization
Student Outcomes
Student Outcomes
The program must have documented student outcomes that support the program educational objectives. Attainment of these outcomes prepares graduates to enter the professional practice of engineering. Student outcomes are outcomes (1) through (7), plus any additional outcomes that may be articulated by the program. The BS Mechanical Engineering Program does not have any additional outcomes.
- an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
- applies specific engineering knowledge of course subject area
- demonstrates specific engineering knowledge of subject area
- demonstrates analysis and judgment
- demonstrates effective communication in identifying, formulating and solving engineering problems
2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
- can specify the design problem and its constraints
- explores alternative designs
- uses appropriate tools for design process and final design
- is able to optimize final design
- is able to document final design
3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
- good overall communication strategy and structure
- effective written communication
- effective oral and visual communication
4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
- recognizes and makes appropriate decisions in situations in which personal or professional ethics are required.
- makes engineering decisions and provides solutions which safeguard public safety and improve quality of life.
- considers alternative solutions
- optimizes design processes and systems to minimize use of resources and impact on the environment.
- knows regulations and standards used in practice.
- demonstrates knowledge of engineering and its impact on economic, ethical and environmental issues
- demonstrates ability to evaluate existing and emerging engineering or technological alternatives to prevent or minimize adverse impacts
- demonstrates ability to evaluate the effect of engineering solutions on local and global environment and the public’s quality of life
- students have knowledge of and interest in contemporary issues related to engineering and science
- students have the ability to use the library and internet to search for relevant information
5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
- quality of overall team function
- communication among team members
- team organization and leadership
- level of multidisciplinary effort
6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
- demonstrates familiarity with use and operation of laboratory instruments, sensors, and equipment
- demonstrates ability to formulate and communicate experimental results
- demonstrates ability to use computer tools for experimental data collection, data reduction and result presentation
- can use statistical techniques to estimate experimental uncertainties and calculate propagation of error
7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies
- students have strong analytical skills and knowledge of engineering fundamentals to provide a foundation for continual and independent learning
- students have the ability to conduct literature survey, assess, and use information to make engineering decisions
- students have an attitude that professional development and life long learning is necessary for successful profession
- students participate in professional societies, meetings, and networking with professionals
- students participate in local and national competitions and research
The BSME program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET,
http://www.abet.org.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
FOUR-YEAR CURRICULUM PLAN
View the CSUN Catalog for the Four-Year Plan.
Senior Design Projects
Each design project has it's own application process. If you are interested in registering or volunteering for one of these projects, you should contact the appropriate faculty advisor for information.
- Enrollment for Senior Design projects in the Mechanical Engineering department is approved, and issued by the respective faculty advisor.
Senior Design Projects: Fall 2022
Senior Design Projects: Spring 2023
Senior Design Projects: 2022-2023 AY
Mission Statement:
