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Details: Mechanical Engineering, Major

MajorMechanical Engineering

Wichita State鈥檚 Bachelor of Science (BS) in mechanical engineering will prepare you for a high-paying career in a large number of industries and governmental organizations. You鈥檒l have access to some of the best labs and technology in the country鈥攁nd the chance to work and research with faculty and industry professionals on campus and in Kansas鈥� center of industry.

Learn how mechanical engineering is the right fit for you.

 
Mechanical engineering students working in lab.
 

Applied learning at 红领巾瓜报

At 红领巾瓜报, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.

Learn about our innovative approach

Admission to the program

To be admitted into the College of Engineering, you must first be admitted to Wichita State.

For WSU鈥檚 admission requirements, and to apply, click the link below.

Inside the Program

Students help modify cars for children with disabilities.

Collaborative project helps local kids with disabilities

As an engineering student, you have the opportunity to work hands-on in your industry while also making a difference in children鈥檚 lives through GoBabyGo! 

The collaborative program involves engineering and physical therapy students who modify off-the-shelf toy ride-on cars for children with disabilities. 

鈥淚t allows me to engage my mind. In the end you鈥檝e done something to help someone less-fortunate than yourself,鈥� said computer engineering major Brandon Nece.

Learn more about GoBaby Go!

Curriculum

In this ABET-accredited program, you鈥檒l study core engineering courses, in addition to courses within the major, such as:

  • Mechanics of materials
  • Design of machinery
  • Heat transfer and fluid mechanics
  • Mechanical controls systems

You鈥檒l also choose from a number of technical electives鈥攁llowing you to explore concepts and topics in other engineering disciplines that impact mechanical engineering. And you鈥檒l get practical, hands-on experience through a senior design project.

A departmental honors track is also available for this major.

Careers

WSU鈥檚 vast industry connections鈥攁nd experience-based learning for every major鈥攇ives mechanical engineering students the chance to grow their professional network, build a resume and earn a paycheck, all while still in school, leading to high-paying careers in diverse fields.

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