Mechanical Engineering (BS)
What is Mechanical Engineering?
Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest and most versatile of the engineering disciplines. Students in the BSME program have abundant career opportunities, even if they choose not to pursue advanced degrees. With our emphasis on human-centered design as well as the multidisciplinary nature of the curriculum and the university-wide initiative on sustainability, Wayne State's ME program prepares graduates for evolving industry needs.
What can I do with a Mechanical Engineering Degree?
A mechanical engineering degree provides a solid technical foundation for careers in fields as diverse as automotive, autonomous vehicles, control and automation of manufacturing processes, nanotechnology, alternative energy, advanced materials, medical devices, aerospace, and patent law. A successful mechanical engineer is a creative problem-solver with a solid background in science and strong communication and teamwork skills. According to the United States Department of Labor, the median annual wage for mechanical engineers was $90,160 in May 2020.
| Jackson College Associate Degree |
|---|
| Associate in Science (AS) |
| Associate in General Studies (AGS) |
| Mechanical Engineering |
| Other degree programs are possible but may exceed 120 total credits |
Earn the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) - Satisfies Wayne State University's General Education Requirements
| Goal/Area of study | Jackson College Course | Credits | WSU Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Composition | ENG 131 Writing Experience I | 3 | ENG 1020 |
| ENG 132 Writing Experience II | 3 | ENG 3010 | |
| Mathematics | MAT 151 Calculus I | 4 | MAT 2010 |
| Social Science | See MTA; approved Social Science | 3 | See advisor |
| See MTA; approved Social Science | 3 | See advisor | |
| Fine Arts/Humanities | See MTA; approved Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 | See advisor |
| See MTA; approved Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 | See advisor | |
| Natural Science | CEM 141 General Chemistry | 5 | CHM 1100 |
| PHY 251 Modern University Physics | 5 | PHY 251 | |
| Mechanical Engineering Pathway Courses | PHY 252 Modern University Physics II | 5 | PHY 2180/81 |
| MAT 154 Calculus II | 5 | MAT 2020 | |
| MAT 254 Differential Equations | 4 | MAT 2030 | |
| ENG 232 Technical & Business Writing | 3 | ENG 3050 | |
| Total Credits | 49 |
| Transfer Credit Summary | Credits |
|---|---|
| Pathway and Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) | 49 |
| Associate degree requirements and additional electives * -See advisor for course recommendations based on associate degree requirements, educational interests, and career goals. | 11 |
| Total Transfer Credits | 60 |
*The range of credit hours allows for earning credentials, such as certificates, or additional transfer credit while completing an associate degree. Some course(s) not included in the pathway may satisfy Wayne State requirements.
Jackson College recommendations: Mechanical Engineering
| Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering | Credit |
|---|---|
| BE 1200 Basic Engineering I: Design | 3 |
| BE 1300 Basic Engineering II: Materials | 3 |
| BE 1310 Materials Science Lab | 1 |
| BE 1500 Intro to Programming and Comp | 3 |
| BE 2100 Basic Engineering III: Prob & Stats | 3 |
| ME 2410 Statics | 3 |
| ME 2500 Numerical Methods | 2 |
| ME 2420 Elementary Mechanicals of Material | 3 |
| ME 2200 Thermodynamics | 3 |
| ECE 3300 Intro to Electrical Circuits | 4 |
| ME 3300 Fluid Mechanics: Theory and Lab | 4 |
| ME 3400 Dynamics | 3 |
| ME 3450 Manufacturing Processes I | 3 |
| ME 4210 Heat Transfer: Theory and Lab | 4 |
| ME 4150 Design of Machine Elements | 4 |
| ME 4410 Vibrations: Theory and Lab | 4 |
| ENG 3060 Technical Writing II: Presentation | 3 |
| ME 4300 or 5330 | 4 |
| ME 4420 Dynamic Modeling and Control | 4 |
| ME Tech Elective (ME 5XXX) | 8 |
| ME 4500 or 5500 | 4 |
| PHL 1120 Professional Ethics | 3 |
| Total Credits | 76 |
| Wayne State credit summary | Credit |
|---|---|
| Major | 76 |
| TOTAL WAYNE STATE CREDITS | 76 min. |
| TOTAL WAYNE STATE and TRANSFER CREDITS | 136 (123 min.) |
Notes
- You can review how courses transfer using the course equivalency tool for other acceptable equivalences. For a self-service, customized WSU degree audit, please visit https://wayne.edu/transfer/community-college/tess
- Wayne State requires a minimum of 30 credits in residency.
- The pathway allows multiple associate degree options with the flexibility to customize your degree path. The minimum eligibility to participate in the Wayne State Transfer Pathways is a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above, Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), and an associate degree (earned or Reverse Transfer). See transfer credit guidelines.
- All college-level (non-developmental), non-duplicated courses with a 2.0 (C) grade point average (GPA) or above will be considered for transfer credit. Earned credit will transfer as 1) direct course equivalency, 2) major/department credit, or 3) elective credit. Credits not earned at JC will need to be taken at WSU.
- These pathways do not replace the importance of JC and Wayne State academic advising. The pathway provides a general roadmap to degree completion.
Primary contacts
Jackson College
Navigator Team
517-796-8425 | jcadvising@jccmi.edu
Transfer Student Success Center
transfer@wayne.edu
313-577-2487
Career insights
This tool provides a broad overview of how major selection can lead to careers and is provided without any implied promise of employment. Some careers will require further education, skills, or competencies. Actual salaries may vary significantly between similar employers and could change by graduation, as could employment opportunities and job titles.