Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
(Schulich School of Engineering)
The products of the imagination and creativity of mechanical engineers surround us in our everyday lives. Every appliance in our home has seen some input from mechanical engineers, including our televisions and microwave ovens. The high level of comfort in our places of work is ensured by heating, ventilating, and air conditioning experts schooled in mechanical engineering fundamentals. Cars, trucks, buses, railways, ships, and airplanes have all been designed, tested, manufactured, and maintained by people versed in mechanical engineering. Even various physiological functions of the human body and improvement of athletic performance are of interest to those who specialize in biomechanics.
The mechanical engineering program builds on the sound foundations of a three-term common curriculum, following a prescribed program of courses in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, materials science, and design. Students in their final year can opt into one of: the mechatronics minor, which is the synergistic combination of mechanical engineering; the petroluem engineering minor, which deals with fuel sciences, drilling and offshore applications of mechanical engineering; or the manufacturing engineering minor which deals with the development and application of advanced manufacturing processes and technologies such as robotics, automation and intelligent controls.
Traditionally, most of our graduate engineers have found rewarding careers in Alberta. Others have met the challenge of working in the Arctic, in offshore development projects, and in engineering offices throughout the world.
You can also complete a Biomedical Engineering Specialization or an Energy and Environment Specialization alongside many regular BSc degrees in Engineering.
Admission Requirements
Enrolment in the Schulich School of Engineering is limited.
To be considered for admission to the Schulich School of Engineering, applicants are required to present five appropriate high school subjects and a competitive average.
Applicants who present a two-year Engineering diploma or applied technology degree will be considered on the basis of their cumulative GPA on the diploma or applied technology degree. An Admission GPA will not be calculated using credits transferable from individual courses within the diploma or applied technology degree.
Applicants who receive transfer credits for the first year engineering program are eligible to be considered for direct admission to a degree program (major). Each degree program has a separate quota. Transfer students who are considered for direct admission to a degree program will be admitted to the program based on their grade point average (GPA) on the most recent eight to ten university transferable technical or scientific courses. If a transferable course is repeated, only the first passing grade (C- or better) will be counted in this GPA. The GPA required for admission may be different for each degree program,.
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Why Study Mechanical Engineering?
Cogs and sprockets
Are you curious about how planes can stay up in the air or how batteries work? The Schulich School of Engineering’s mechanical engineering program holds the key to these “mysteries” and many others. Students learn engineering fundamentals, gain relevant experience working on course projects, discover exciting areas of research, and develop design and problem-solving skills that will enhance their career prospects in the mechanical engineering field.
Working parts
The careers available to mechanical engineering graduates are not only numerous but also diverse. Graduates are employed in a variety of positions in traditional engineering sectors such as oil and gas, manufacturing, design, transportation, electronics and construction. Yet the field is rapidly expanding to include biomechanical engineering, mechatronics, and energy systems, allowing mechanical engineers to be part of the new wave of technological advancements. The future of mechanical engineering promises exciting and rewarding careers for its workers.
Taking flight
Want to travel and work at the same time? The mechanical engineering degree can open many doors in the international job market, allowing you to experience different cultures while building your international career. Mechanical engineers are needed in a variety of industries the world over to design, manage, and improve existing mechanical systems and create new technologies in both emerging and developed industries. The increasing global demand for energy-efficient and cost-saving products and systems presents mechanical engineers with more opportunities to work abroad.
Get experience
Calgary is known as the “engineering capital of Canada” and the Schulich internship is the largest of its kind in the country. 80% of students take advantage of a 12 – 16 month internship after the third year to make contacts, get experience, and offset the costs of education. International placements expand horizons even further.
What Can I Do with My Degree?
Mechanical engineering graduates have strong foundations in mechanical engineering theory and design principles. They possess excellent problem solving and communications skills; as well as extensive first-hand experience managing projects and working in team environments. The training of mechanical engineers is directly aimed at cultivating familiarity with systems involving all kinds of “machinery,” allowing them to specialize in a variety of areas like biomechanics or thermal energy. They can work as researchers, analysts, or designers in industries such as natural resources, processing, construction, transportation, medicine, education, insurance, and standards organizations. Career opportunities include:
Government:
Transport Canada, Natural Resources Canada
Education/Communication:
Industry analyst, technical writer
Business:
Consultant, entrepreneur
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