College Degree Mechanical Engineering Technology
Type: Bachelor of Science
College:
Engineering Technology
Career Pathway:
Engineering/Manufacturing and Industrial Technology
Were you a 'Legos kid'? Are you curious about how things work? Do you like to take things apart - and fix them? Do you like to use math to solve practical problems?
The Mechanical Engineering Technology program prepares students for a broad range of occupations and challenges. Beginning with foundation courses in math, applied science, CAD, manufacturing processes and communication, students move on to the applied engineering courses that give them a solid technical background for their careers. Mechanical Engineering Students develop strong analytic and problem-solving skills. Their understanding of the principles taught in the classroom is enhanced with many hands-on labs and real-world applications provided by faculty with extensive industrial experience.
The Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC of ABET), 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012; Phone: 410-374-7700.
Due to the broad nature of their studies, graduates of the Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering technology program will find a great variety of jobs open to them. Many will work in the design and development of products, machines and processes. Others will be involved in manufacturing, operations and technical sales. Their areas of employment will include automotive and transportation, power generation, climate control, machine design, manufacturing, materials and automation.
Mechanical Engineering Students entering the program should have a strong interest in mechanical devices and seek to understand them better. They should have completed the A.A.S. in Mechanical Engineering Technology at Ferris (or a similar program elsewhere) with a minimum 2.5 GPA overall and a minimum 2.75 GPA in the major. Pre-engineering programs also make good starting points. Transfer candidates should contact the Mechanical Engineering Technology faculty to discuss options.
The Mechanical Engineering Technology program at Ferris leads to a bachelor of science degree. Graduation requires a minimum 2.0 GPA in core classes, in the major and overall. Mechanical Engineering Students must complete all general education requirements as outlined on the General Education website.
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Ferris State University
915 Campus Drive, Swan 405
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Phone: 231-591-2755
About Ferris State University: College classes including our Mechanical Engineering Technology degree program, are taught at all levels by professional teachers, not graduate assistants. College students that major in Mechanical Engineering at Ferris State University, study in more than 170 different college educational programs - including doctorate degrees, masters degrees, bachelors degree Mechanical Engineering and associate degree Mechanical Engineering Technology programs.
Seven of the Ferris State Michigan colleges are based in Big Rapids, Michigan - Allied Health Sciences, Arts and Sciences, College of Business, Education and Human Services, Optometry, Pharmacy and Technology. The Ferris State College of Professional and Technological studies, and Kendall College of Art and Design are based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. College courses in Mechanical Engineering are sometimes offered at several Michigan College campus sites through the Ferris State University Center for Extended Learning.
Approximately 220 student organizations are active on our Michigan college campus, encompassing everything from Mechanical Engineering, the Accounting Club, Chess Club to Men's and Women's Rugby; Bulldog Radio to the Juggling Club; and the Dead Poet's Society to the Paintball Club.
The wide range of student organizations and academic support groups caters to support Mechanical Engineering students social, athletic, political, academic, performing arts, and additional interests. Ferris State University continues to be a top technical and professional academic institution, providing accredited college education to make its Mechanical Engineering degree and college students that major in Mechanical Engineering are immediately employable upon graduation.
Ferris State Michigan
Campus Locations
Earn a Mechanical Engineering degree through our regional college campus locations across lower Michigan, Ferris State University and The University Center for Extended Learning are here to serve your educational needs.
Tel: 800 4-FERRIS
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