Objectives
The Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering is offered by the University of the Pacific School of Engineering and computer Science. The educational objectives of the mechanical engineering degree program include the following:
Mechanical Engineering graduates will demonstrate:
- competency in their engineering careers and profession;
- adaptability to changes in science and technology;
- awareness of humanistic and societal issues on a global scale;
- and the ability to communicate on technical and non-technical levels.
Mechanical Engineering Student Outcomes - Student outcomes required to achieve Mechanical Engineering Program Educational Objectives:
- an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
- an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
- an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
- an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
- an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
- an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
- an ability to communicate effectively
- the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
- a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
- a knowledge of contemporary issues
- an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.