B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

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# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

48 monthsProgram duration

Engineering - MechanicalMain Subject Area

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Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Mechanical

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

This curriculum is accredited under the General Criteria and Mechanical Engineering Program Criteria by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. Mechanical engineers apply the principles of motion, energy, and force to create mechanical solutions to technological problems, thereby realizing devices and systems that make life better. About one-fifth of all engineers practicing today are mechanical engineers. Their skills are used in research, development, design, testing, production, technical sales, technical management, as well as medicine, law, and business. Mechanical engineers are characterized by personal creativity, breadth of knowledge, and versatility. For these reasons they are found to function and thrive as valuable members and leaders of multidisciplinary teams. Mechanical engineers are employed in a wide range of industries; examples include agricultural/heavy equipment, biomedical, consulting, energy and power, manufacturing, product design and transportation. The mechanical engineering curriculum at Iowa State University is dedicated to preparing students for productive careers in the state, nation, and the world and has the following objectives: Graduates will have utilized a foundation in engineering and science to improve lives and livelihoods through a successful career in mechanical engineering or other fields. Graduates will have become effective collaborators and innovators, leading or participating in efforts to address social, technical and business challenges. Graduates will have engaged in life-long learning and professional development through self-study, continuing education or graduate and professional studies in engineering, business, law or medicine. A major focus throughout the mechanical engineering curriculum is a series of experiences that emphasize engineering design, culminating in a capstone design experience in the senior year. Students will develop engineering judgment through open-ended problems that require establishment of reasonable engineering assumptions and realistic constraints. Development of skills needed to be independent, creative thinkers, effective communicators, and contributing team members is emphasized throughout the curriculum. Students also develop an understanding of the societal context in which they will practice engineering, including environmental, legal, aesthetic, and human aspects. Students are encouraged to participate in the cooperative education program or to obtain engineering internships, both domestically and abroad. Study abroad is encouraged, and the department has exchange programs with several universities around the world. These experiences help students to round out their education and to better prepare for careers in the increasingly global practice of engineering.

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Main Subject

Engineering - Mechanical

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

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2015
#201-300
2016
#201-300
2017
#251-300
2018
#251-300
2019
#251-300
2020
#201-250
2021
#201-250
2022
#151-200
2023
#151-200
2024
#151-200
2025
#201-250

Ranking criteria

Academic Reputation

57.7

Citations per Paper

90.4

Employer Reputation

H-index Citations

78.8

International Research Network

47.5

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B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

48 monthsProgram duration

Engineering - MechanicalMain Subject Area

Program overview

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Degree

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Program overview

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