Mechanical Engineering, BS, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Sample Plan for New Students
This example assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have successfully completed the following:
- A transferable associate degree
- Students with Associate of Science–Transfer (AS-T) degrees or who lack an associate degree may require one or more additional Core courses depending on courses transferred; see Core Curriculum chart.
- One quarter of general chemistry, statistics, dynamics, multivariable calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, MEGR 1890 or equivalent and mechanics of materials
- A full year each of calculus and calculus-based physics
Visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide on the Transfer Tools page for more information on how your credits may transfer to SU. Courses from your college/university that are not in the Guide may have equivalencies in SU’s course catalog. All courses on your incoming transcript will be evaluated for equivalencies after admission to SU.
This is a sample plan and not the only way to complete this degree. The number of credits is in parentheses. *Some classes have prerequisites.
Important Major Information
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 180
- Credits in Major: 72
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Please see my.seattleu.edu for elective options
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
Year 1
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *MEGR 1060 – Machine Shop (1) | *MEGR 3360 - Data Acquisition I (4) | *MEGR 3370 - Data Acquisition II (4) |
| Course 2 | *MEGR 3210 – Thermodynamics (5) | *MEGR 3710 - Machine Design I (4) | *MEGR 3240 - Heat Transfer (4) |
| Course 3 | *MEGR 3500 – Materials Science (5) | *MEGR 3230 – Fluid Dynamics (4) | CEEGR 3020 - Global Engineering Economics (3) |
| Course 4 | *MEGR 2810 – Engineering Methods (4) | MEGR 1050 – Engineering Graphics & Design (3) | *MEGR 3890 – Integrated Design III (3) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly
- Meet with Industry Advisor
- Apply for internships/research
- Attend networking events, seminars, and/or joining a club
Year 2
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | MEGR 4870 – Engineering Design I (3) | MEGR 4880 – Engineering Deisng II (4) | MEGR 4890 – Engineering Design III (3) |
| Course 2 | *MEGR 4350 – Dynamic Systems (5) | *MEGR 4380 – Control Systems (4) | *MEGR Senior Elective OR *MEGR 4210 – Thermodynamics II (3) |
| Course 3 | *MEGR Senior Elective OR *MEGR 4720 – Machine Design II (3) | *MEGR Senior Elective OR *MEGR 4210 – Thermodynamics II (3) | *General Elective (3) |
| Course 4 |
*UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
*UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor and Industry Advisor
- Take FE exam in fall or winter
- Submit graduation plan and apply for graduation
- Apply for jobs/internships
University Core Requirements
Module I:
* Module I is waived for students with a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900-2940 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
*Module III is waived for students with a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree or for those who have 75 or more transfer credits
- UCOR 3400 Humanities & Global Challenges OR UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges OR UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences & Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Students are required to take 6 credits of approved Mechanical Engineering Senior Electives
- Choose MEGR 4210: Thermodynamics II or MEGR 4720: Machine Design II
- Students without credit for MEGR 1890 and MEGR 2890 take additional credits of approved electives
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination is required for graduation
- As shown 90 credits including 3 credits of approved elective courses to get to 180
- Students can take graduate MSME courses at Seattle University in place of senior electives
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center in BANN 323 (Science Wing), M-F 8 a.m. to 4:30p.m or email Science & Engineering Advising at se-adv@seattleu.edu.