Overview
What is Mechanical Engineering at WVU like?
Description
Mechanical engineers work individually and in multidisciplinary teams to design and manufacture a wide and diverse range of products that are available in the marketplace today. They use science and mathematics to effectively solve numerous real-life engineering problems to improve quality of life and preserve our environment.
Areas of specialty in mechanical engineering include:
- energy conversion and combustion processes
- mitigating environmental impacts
- improving product function
- developing smarter control systems
- developing new materials
Mechanical Engineering program highlights:
- Accelerated Master's
- Dual Major
- Early College Program
- Living-Learning Communities
- Research/Academic Opportunities
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At a Glance
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College/School:
Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources -
Division:
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Department:
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering -
Degree Designation:
BSME -
Degree Program:
Mechanical Engineering -
Program:
Mechanical Engineering
Next Steps
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Pre-Medical
Students who plan a career in medicine, dentistry or related area may substitute certain chemistry and biology courses to count as the technical elective requirement.