Mechanical Engineering, B.S.

At Saint Louis University’s School of Science and Engineering, we have developed an innovative mechanical engineering curriculum that provides hands-on experiences complementing theoretical knowledge. Our students work with fluids, thermal, material, structural testing, mechatronics and robotics equipment, which provides an excellent opportunity to integrate theory with real-world applications.
Most mechanical engineering programs provide research and project opportunities, but our first-year students actively participate: turning wrenches, running experiments, analyzing and publishing their work. They don’t have to wait until their junior year to get near the equipment, and they don’t have to wait until their senior year to be in positions of leadership.
With easy access to sophisticated computer-aided design and simulation facilities, a structures laboratory and more, our graduates gain invaluable experience that helps launch their career and set them on a trajectory to shape our world and beyond.
Curriculum Overview Students of the mechanical engineering program at SLU will gain a solid foundation in the fundamental engineering sciences before progressing toward traditional mechanical engineering courses. The program offers technical electives in broader areas of structures, thermal fluids and design engineering to provide opportunities for students to gain a greater depth of understanding.
These engineering fundamentals and mechanical topics are then integrated into two capstone design courses during the senior year that provide greater depth in design. Students will learn the importance of design decisions not only on product design but on society as a whole. Well-equipped laboratory facilities emphasize measurement techniques and experimental methods that allow the student to verify the theory learned in the classroom.
The curriculum is designed to prepare students for professional careers in several fields of mechanical engineering involving product development and manufacturing. The curriculum also provides excellent preparation for graduate studies.  In addition, four electives – two in the junior year and two in the senior year – allow students to explore their interests and shape their career paths.