Mechanical Engineering

Overview

The Mechanical Engineering program offered by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas , synthesizes math, science, engineering science, and engineering design. The program provides electives in several general areas, including thermal-sciences, mechanical design and manufacturing, robotics and automation, mechanical and environmental systems, nuclear engineering, aerospace engineering, and bioengineering. Students begin the practice of design in their freshman year and integrate it throughout their programs which culminate in a team-oriented capstone design project in the senior year. The program is geared to prepare students for the lifelong practice of mechanical engineering and for immediate entry to positions in industry or further studies in graduate schools. The department also offers the Integrated B.S.-M.S. program for qualified undergraduate students.

Learning Objectives 

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

• Our graduates will apply acquired technical capabilities when solving engineering problems or in their graduate studies in mechanical engineering or other fields.

• Our graduates will use acquired professional skills to work effectively with colleagues and others in the workplace.

• 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.

Career Possibilities

Mechanical engineering graduates from UNLV have gone on to rewarding careers with industry, utility companies, consulting engineers and local, state and federal agencies. Many students decide to continue their education in graduate school at UNLV or at other fine universities. The long-term outlook for employment of mechanical engineers appears to be excellent both regionally and throughout the country. Salaries and advancement prospects compare favorably with many other professions. The median expected salary for a beginning mechanical engineer in U.S. can be found from the website of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.