The bachelor’s in mechanical engineering program is offered through the Inamori School of Engineering, known for world-class research into STEM-related challenges.
First-year students build a strong foundation with Introduction to Engineering, Computer Aided Design, and the Mechanical Engineering Explorations lab, alongside core courses in math, chemistry, and physics. Sophomores and juniors expand on this foundation to design and fabricate real components while studying solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
The senior year culminates in a year-long capstone where students tackle an industry-style problem as part of a professional team. Recent projects include Baja SAE, the ASME Human Powered Vehicle Challenge (HPVC), and the VEX Robotics Competition (VRC). Students also can participate in renewable energy projects, such as designing and building an energy efficient "tiny house" that incorporates solar power.
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The BS in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET under General Criteria for Baccalaureate Level Programs and the program criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
Interested in becoming a mechanical engineering major at Alfred? Start by submitting an Alfred University application. Requirements include:
- Official school transcripts
- An essay or personal statement
- At least one letter of recommendation from a school counselor or academic instructor
International students must submit original or certified copies of all secondary and post-secondary transcripts or records of grades to date, along with proof of graduation. These must be prepared and authorized by the student's home institution and be accompanied by a certified English translation.
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Mechanical engineers work in industry, academia, and for government agencies. Some also build their own companies. The flexibility of mechanical engineering drives the variety of potential careers, providing skills and knowledge that apply across a broad range of fields.
Recent mechanical engineering graduates from Alfred have earned the following roles:
- Advanced Manufacturing Engineer/Data Analyst (Honeywell Aerospace)
- Application Engineer (Qualitrol Corporation)
- Design Engineer (Engine Power Source)
- Engineering Support Specialist (BAE Systems, Inc.)
- Group Manager (Anheuser-Busch InBev)
- Junior Mechanical Engineer (Corning Inc.)
- Manufacturing Engineer (Harris Corporation)
- Manufacturing Engineer (Owens Corning)
- Mechanical Engineer (CAF USA, Inc.)
- Project Coordinator (Northern Architectural Systems)
- Project Engineer (D.P. Wolff, Inc.)
- Project Engineer HVAC Safety (Intertek)
- Quality Engineer (Amphenol Aerospace)
Mechanical engineering is available as a double major to Inamori School of Engineering undergraduates. Students earning a double major complete all required courses for the BS in Mechanical Engineering, along with courses required for their primary engineering major.
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Earning a minor in the mechanical engineering bachelor’s degree program is often a great option for students majoring in physics, math, chemistry, and other engineering disciplines.
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For those interested in engineering but undecided about which discipline to pursue, Alfred offers the Undecided Engineering pathway. This option enables first-year students to explore the field of engineering that best aligns with their passions and talents.
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