Mechanical Engineering (BS)

With a degree in Mechanical Engineering, you'll be ready to address global problems with engineering solutions, working on either thermal or mechanical systems.

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Mechanical Engineering (BS)

Mechanical engineers apply hands-on physics to model, analyze, and design mechanical and energy systems such as automobiles, aircraft, ships, heating and cooling systems, prosthetics, robots, household appliances, or industrial equipment and machinery.

What’s different? You'll get individual attention from your professors in rigorous, small classes. This degree can be completed in four years at SPU. You'll learn to think critically and solve quandaries through multiple, extended hands-on projects.

Accredited? Yes, the Mechanical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, as you would expect.

This major leads to a bachelor of science degree.

Check the latest Undergraduate Catalog for specific degree requirements, entry procedures, suggested course sequences, and course descriptions.

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A different approach

At SPU, we use engineering to improve our world.

Learn about The Baja SAE team, based in SPU’s Department of Engineering and Computer Science. It goes beyond textbook theory and designs to provides hands-on engineering experience.

Daniel Keene

Why I Teach at SPU

Daniel Keene, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering

“I love teaching at SPU because I get to help equip students with valuable skills and show them how they can glorify God and serve others through engineering!”

Jordan Barde

Success story: Jordan Barde

“I went back to school later in life to find a career that felt more meaningful and purposeful to me, so my values aligned well with SPU.”