Mechanical Engineering, BS, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Sample Plan for New Students
This is a sample and not the only way to complete this plan. Number of credits are in parentheses. Some classes have prerequisites. The example assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have successfully completed an equivalent to the following:
- 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.
Important Major Information
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 180
- Credits in Major: 72
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
FIRST TRANSFER YEAR
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *MEGR 3210 – Thermodynamics (4) | *MEGR 3360 - Data Acquisition I (4) | *MEGR 3240 - Heat Transfer (4) |
| Course 2 | *MEGR 3500 – Materials Science (4) | *MEGR 3710 - Machine Design I (4) | *MEGR 3370 - Data Acquisition II (4) |
| Course 3 | CEEGR 3020 - Global Engineering Economics (3) | *MEGR 3230 – Fluid Dynamics (4) | *MEGR 3890 – Integrated Design III (4) |
| Course 4 | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
*Course has prerequisites
First Transfer Year 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
SECOND TRANSFER YEAR
| 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 (4) |
ME Elective (3) |
ME Elective (3) |
| Course 3 | *MEGR Senior Elective (3) OR *MEGR 4720 – Machine Design II (4) | *MEGR Senior Elective (3) OR *MEGR 4210 – Thermodynamics II (4) | *UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 4 |
*UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
*MEGR 4380 – Control Systems (4) |
*Course has prerequisites
Second Transfer Year 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
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different 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 Thinking
- 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 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. Reach out to the College of Science & Engineering Advising Center for support via email at se-adv@seattleu.edu.