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Accelerated Mechanical Engineering Degree

B.S./M.S. or M.Eng.

Looking for a fast path to a graduate-level education in mechanical engineering? A combined degree from UND is the answer.

There’s no better way to expedite your graduate-level education in mechanical engineering than with a UND combined degree program. A master of engineering degree (M.Eng.) is an ideal degree designed to fast-track your career options in a variety of industries. The UND combined B.S. and M.S. degree program allows you to achieve a graduate-level education quickly and efficiently. Benefit from either program designed to give you real-world experience and problem solving technical skills in mechanical engineering.

Program type:
Combined (Major and Master's)
Format:
On Campus or Online
Est. time to complete:
5-6 years
Credit hours:
B.S./M.S. 158 (thesis option), 160 (non-thesis option) | B.S./M.Eng. 158
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Why earn an accelerated mechanical engineering degree?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 15
Spring:
Dec. 15
Summer:
May 1

 

Graduate Application Deadlines
Fall:
Feb. 1* | Aug. 15
Spring:
Oct. 1 | Dec. 15
Summer:
Feb. 1* | May 15

*Priority deadline. 

Students seeking the combined degree may apply to the School of Graduate Studies after completing 60 credits.

Expedite your graduate-level education with a combined degree in mechanical engineering. You'll gain all the technical expertise that will prepare you for a career in government or industry in mechanical engineering, or a related field.

The combined B.S./M.S. preparation will include guided, independent research and advanced coursework in mechanical engineering and related areas. The curriculum is designed to help you develop a mastery of scientific research by formulating, assessing and documenting a scientific hypothesis.

With the B.S./M.Eng. program, you'll be prepared to effectively apply modern engineering principles to the evolving needs of industry and society. You'll gain the technical skills to excel in fields such as manufacturing, materials science, mechanical design, thermal sciences and aerospace applications.

Best of all, you'll learn through hands-on education, leadership opportunities and research experiences. Typical working projects include:

  • Wind tunnel experiments
  • Space hardware design
  • Nanotechnology development
  • Pressure vessel research
  • Coal combustion
  • Agricultural innovations
  • Precision machining

How the Accelerated Mechanical Engineering Degree Works

If you are an incoming freshman or transfer student, apply to UND and your program. As a current student, connect with your advisor to make sure you stay on track for the combined or accelerated program. During your junior year, you can officially apply to the School of Graduate Studies. Complete the required courses, and you'll earn both your undergraduate and graduate degree at the same time.

 

UND's Accelerated Mechanical Engineering Degree

  • UND combined programs allows you the chance to double six credit hours (so they count as twelve).

  • Learn how to apply modern engineering principles to the evolving needs of industry and society. Focus your studies in manufacturing, materials science, mechanical design, thermal sciences and aerospace applications.

  • Benefit from a program that supports collaborative, multidisciplinary research and learning in a stimulating environment.

Careers with a Mechanical Engineering Degree

95K

Median annual salary for a mechanical engineer, 2021

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

2%

Expected growth for the mechanical engineering profession through 2031

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

UND graduates have successful career in a variety of industries, including power, aircraft, automotive, and defense. Most of our students receive job offers before they graduate, or elect to continue in graduate education. Cooperative education opportunities and summer internships are also available to you during your academic career at UND.

Many UND mechanical engineering graduates choose to work locally with companies such as:

  • Arctic Cat
  • Polaris
  • Marvin Windows
  • Goodrich Corporation

A Mechanical Engineering degree gives you the strategic skills you need, including:

  • Computer-Aided Design
  • AutoCAD
  • SolidWorks (CAD)
  • Creo Elements/Pro (Computer-Aided)
  • Design Software
  • Finite Element Methods

What do Mechanical Engineers do?

Accelerated Mechanical Engineering Degree Courses

ME 525. Metal Fatigue in Engineering. 3 Credits.

Metal fatigue in engineering, involving design, development, and failure analysis of components, structures, machines, and vehicles subjected to repeated loading. Prerequisite: ENGR 203 and ME 301, or consent of instructor.

ME 526. Advanced Vibrations. 3 Credits.

Advanced vibration theory including the solutions of multi-degree of freedom coupled systems, continuous systems, energy methods, and non-linear vibrations. Prerequisite: ME 426.

ME 529. Advanced Finite Element Methods. 3 Credits.

Computer-aided techniques for finite element analysis of engineering systems. Topics include solution algorithm for nonlinear methods, large deflection, inelastic and contact analysis, and analysis of vibrating systems. Prerequisite: ME 429 or consent of instructor.

ME 532. Advanced Dynamics. 3 Credits.

Kinematics and kinetics of plane and three-dimensional motion, vector mechanics, general methods of linear and angular momentum, generalized coordinates, and variational methods including Hamilton's and Lagrange's equations. Prerequisites: ENGR 202 and MATH 266.

ME 542. Thermodynamics of Materials. 3 Credits.

Foundations of materials behavior in terms of energy and statistics. Topics will include entropy, free energy, phase equilibrium, ideal versus real solutions and diffusion. Prerequisites: ME 301 and ME 341, or consent of instructor.

ME 524. Deformation and Fracture. 3 Credits.

Aspects of elasticity theory, continuum mechanics and fracture mechanics. Fundamental relationships between material structure and engineering properties. Principles and properties of composite materials. Prerequisite: ME 301 or consent of instructor.

 

Leader in Engineering

Colin Sabie is an Army veteran who found inspiration during his military experience to study mechanical engineering.

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