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Mechanical Engineering Bachelor's Degree
Mechanical engineers have a far-reaching impact on the world. Studying mechanical engineering at Ohio University will help you understand technology and further develop your problem-solving abilities. Not only will you learn how to design and create, but you'll also learn how to work in teams, communicate, and lead the innovation of new technology, materials and energy systems.
As a mechanical engineering major in our ABET-accredited program, you'll take courses in engineering, social sciences and the humanities to build your understanding of our technical society. You’ll learn to apply fundamental principles of math, physics and chemistry to the design of mechanical components and systems through classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory work and design projects.
Admissions Information
The Russ College of Engineering and Technology has additional selective criteria beyond the general Ohio University Admission guidelines. To learn more, select your student type.
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Financial Aid & Scholarships
The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships provides services to students and parents both in-person and remotely. You can visit our office on the ground floor of Chubb Hall or reach us at financial.aid@ohio.edu or 740.593.4141.
Curriculum
Through the mechanical engineering curriculum, you'll gain a solid foundation in higher mathematics and basic sciences followed by extensive instruction in all of the classical mechanical engineering disciplines. Through hands-on experience with real engineering problems, you'll learn how to:
- apply your own creativity in formulating alternative engineering solutions
- develop an ability to work independently and/or in teams
- bridge the gap between the engineering knowledge you gain in your required courses and applying that knowledge to solve engineering problems
Before graduating, you'll experience a year-long capstone senior design project with the theme 'Designing to Make a Difference.' Examples of capstone design projects include assistive technology to help youth with physical challenges play sports, assembly fixtures to enable individuals with disabilities to work at jobs they otherwise could not do, clean water systems for communities in Ghana and Haiti, and equipment to help local organizations recycle more material.
Engineering Alumni Find Professional Camaraderie
Brandon O'Hara and Matt Mikolajczak both graduated from OHIO in 2017, but they never met until they began working at RoviSys in Chicago.
Careers and Post-Grad Opportunities for Mechanical Engineers
Upon graduating with your bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, you'll be primed for careers in design, manufacturing, research and sales. Many of our graduates go on to work for companies such as Boeing, Toyota, and General Electric. Some of our graduates have even gone on to work for professional racing teams and experimental aircraft manufacturers.
Interested in pursuing an advanced degree? Mechanical engineering graduates can also use their degree as a stepping stone to pursue a graduate degree in engineering, law, medicine or business. Additionally, the Russ College of Engineering offers both a master's and Ph.D. programs in mechanical engineering.
Gain Hands-On Experience
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Gain Lab Experience
Put your ideas to the test in a mechanical engineering lab. Test your designs by using the wide range of design and modeling software and materials processing equipment available in the mechanical engineering labs.
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Get an Entrepreneurship Certificate
Adding an entrepreneurship certificate through the College of Business and the Center for Entrepreneurship is a great way to gain the tools you need to start your own business.