
Overview
As the broadest field of engineering, mechanical engineering plays an important role in nearly every industry, from aerospace and automotive, to energy and manufacturing, to robotics and biotechnology. Mechanical engineers design devices and systems to efficiently employ the materials and forces of nature for the benefit of society.
Mechanical Engineering is an applied science profession based on mathematics, physics and chemistry.
This Mechanical Engineering course at South Dakota State University will be a good fit if you:
- Are naturally curious about how things work
- Enjoy math and science
- Like to tinker and build things
- Are a creative problem solver
- Want broad career opportunities
Career Opportunities
- Mechanical engineer
- Design engineer
- Test engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Product engineer
Accreditation
The Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Science program at SDSU is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
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Courses include:
- Production and Fabrication Processes
- Mechanical Engineering Design Technologies
- Engineering Design Methods
- Engineering Materials
- Thermodynamics
- Machine Design
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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English requirements
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General requirements
For admission to SDSU, we look for one of the following academic achievements:
- An ACT composite score or ACT superscore of 18 or SAT Math and Reading/Writing subscore total of 970 or
- Level 3 or higher on Math and English Language Arts Smarter Balance Assessment or
- A high school cumulative GPA of 2.6 or higher or
- A ranking in the top 60 percent of graduating class.
Students should also complete the following core courses with a “C” average or above:
- 4 years of English (or ACT English subscore of 18 or above).
- 3 years of advanced math—Algebra I and higher (or ACT math subscore of 20).
- 3 years of laboratory science (or ACT science reasoning subscore of 17).
- 3 years of social science (or ACT reading subscore of 17).
- 1 year of fine arts (or AP Fine Arts score of 3 or above) Includes vocal, instrumental and studio arts.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
12220 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 376 USD per credit during 48 months. -
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12220 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 376 USD per credit during 48 months. -
In-State
8417 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 259 USD per credit during 48 months.
Living costs for Brookings
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Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.