Bachelor of Engineering; Mechanical Engineering at University of Nevada, Las Vegas

The Bachelor of Science in Engineering – Mechanical Engineering program has several objectives:

1. Our graduates will apply acquired technical capabilities when solving engineering problems or in their graduate studies in mechanical engineering or other fields.
2. Our graduates will use acquired professional skills to work effectively with colleagues and others in the workplace.
3. Our graduates will demonstrate a sense of responsibility as a professional member of society.

Program Goals

The goals of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering – Mechanical Engineering program are to:

• Prepare graduates for the lifelong learning of mechanical engineering.
• Provide graduates with solid academic preparation for professional positions and/or graduate study.

Program Outcomes

1. Our graduates will apply acquired technical capabilities when solving engineering problems or in their graduate studies in mechanical engineering or other fields. The objective outcomes are:
   1. Fundamental knowledge of state-of-the-art and evolving areas associated with the mechanical engineering field.
   2. Ability to design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and utilize statistical methods.
   3. Ability to solve open-ended design problems.
   4. Ability to use modern computational techniques to solve engineering problems.
   5. Ability to mathematically model and analyze engineering systems.
2. Our graduates will use acquired professional skills to work effectively with colleagues and others in the workplace. The objective outcomes are:
   1. Oral and written presentation of technical information.
   2. Introductory knowledge of economics.
   3. Working on a multi-disciplinary team with peers.
   4. Motivation to pursue lifelong learning.
3. Our graduates will demonstrate a sense of responsibility as a professional member of society. The objective outcomes are:
   1. Commitment to professional and ethical behavior in the workplace.
   2. Awareness of world affairs and cultures.
   3. Recognition of the impact of engineering on local and global societies.
   4. Seeking professional licensure.

Program Educational Objectives

The Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering Program has the following program educational objectives:

• Graduates will meet or exceed the expectations of employers of Mechanical Engineers
• Qualified graduates will pursue advanced study if desired
• Graduates will pursue leadership positions in their profession and/or communities

Student Outcomes

The Mechanical Engineering Faculty has adopted the engineering criteria (1) through (7) student outcomes, namely:

1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
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
3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
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
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
6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

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