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Program Objectives 

The objectives of the mechanical engineering program are to prepare graduates who:

  1. will practice mechanical engineering successfully in different professional settings,
  2. will be able to pursue advanced studies in mechanical engineering or related fields,
  3. will understand and effectively communicate technical, environmental, and social implications of mechanical engineering solutions,
  4. will understand, appreciate, and be able to apply the state-of-the-art practice in mechanical engineering, and
  5. will understand, appreciate, and apply engineering ethics.

Program Outcomes

The students who qualify for graduation will:

  1. Be proficient in mathematics through differential equations, probability and statistics, calculus-based physics, general chemistry, and engineering science and have the ability to apply knowledge in these areas to mechanical engineering problems.
  2. Have ability to design and conduct experiments and to critically analyze and interpret data in various mechanical engineering fields.  
  3. Be able to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
  4. Have ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
  5. Be able to identify and formulate an engineering problem, to collect and analyze relevant data, and to develop a solution.
  6. Understand and appreciate professional and ethical responsibilities and professional practice issues such as procurement of work, bidding versus quality based selection processes.
  7. Be able to effectively present ideas and technical material to diverse audiences in writing, visually, and verbally.
  8. Have the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a societal and global context.
  9. Understand and appreciate the importance of professional licensure and commitment to life-long learning.
  10. Have knowledge of current issues and awareness of emerging technologies.
  11. Have an ability to use modern engineering techniques, skills, and tools including computer-based tools for mechanical engineering analysis and design.

Comments and suggestions about objectives and outcomes from students, alumni and industry partners for solicited.

Please email them to Dr. Jen-Kuang Huang, Chair (jhuang@odu.edu)