Mechanical Engineering Major

What courses will you take?

A mechanical engineering student wearing safety goggles works with equipment in a UMass Lowell lab

The B.S.E. in Mechanical Engineering at UMass Lowell provides a solid science and engineering foundation in the fields of mechanics, fluid flow, heat transfer, energy, material science and dynamic systems.

Our program emphasizes hands-on experiences, providing opportunities to build and test your theoretical designs. In addition, you will take relevant courses in the humanities and social sciences.

The mechanical engineering program features award-winning researchers and dedicated academics committed to providing students with a high-quality, comprehensive education.

Want to switch into a major in the Mechanical Engineering Department from another UML department? View the requirements.

View the Academic Catalog for a complete course listing.

Degree Pathways are a semester-by-semester sequence of courses recommended for successful completion of a degree, diploma, credential or certificate from the university. The most current degree pathway is:

Mechanical Engineering

Visit the Academic Catalog for all degree pathways, including those from prior enrollment years.

Program Educational Objectives are defined as the expected accomplishments of graduates of the program in the first few years after graduation. Graduates of the BSE Mechanical Engineering program at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell will be able to:

Apply engineering fundamentals, experiments, and practical tools to solve complex engineering problems and develop creative solutions.
Engage in successful careers to better society through ethical engineering practice, sustainable solutions, and entrepreneurship.
Enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities while growing in new directions through engineering practice and continuing education.
Effectively communicate and contribute to interdisciplinary teams and their communities, both local and global.

Student Outcomes for the BSE degree in mechanical engineering at UMass Lowell are as follows. At graduation students should have:

an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies
an ability to integrate the use of modern computer-based engineering tools into engineering practice

Why study mechanical engineering at UMass Lowell?

Mechanical Engineering professor Chris-Niezrecki showing equipment to a female student

Research Opportunities

Our faculty excel in several primary research areas, including dynamic systems, robotics, energy engineering, thermofluid transport, modern manufacturing, solid mechanics, and materials science.

Students can benefit from learning how to conduct research in one of our faculty-run research labs focusing on energy and sustainability, defense and security, manufacturing and industry, and engineering education. UMass Lowell is also home to several renowned research centers that promote interdisciplinary collaborations in areas such as 3D printing, sports engineering, wind energy, energy storage, green combustion, and robotics.

Mechanical Engineering major Qiana Curcuru standing in front of equipment at iRobot, where she co-oped.

Co-op Program

Our highly successful co-op program allows you to apply your engineering knowledge in the technical job market and develop skills necessary for success after graduation.

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Fun Outside the Classroom

Put your learning into practice. Check out some of the fun ways UML students come together.

A female student works with a baseball bat in the Mechanical Engineering bat lab.

Bachelor’s-to-Master's Program

Get on the fast track to an advanced degree with our combined B.S.E./M.S.E. program.

Available to juniors and seniors with a grade point average of 3.000 or better
Offers a continuous, coordinated sequence of courses
Reduced credit-hour requirements can save you time and money

What can you do with a degree in mechanical engineering?

Our program produces successful mechanical engineers who have the skills and flexibility necessary to thrive in a variety of fields. UMass Lowell’s mechanical engineering graduates are in high demand.

Mechanical engineering Ph.D. student, Siddharth Dev using unnamed equipment and a beaker that is glowing

Alumni of our program have worked at:

Apple
Bose Corp.
CNC Software Inc.
ECM Global Measurement Solutions
Ford
Gibson Engineering
Hutchinson Aerospace & Industry Inc.
KLEENLine Corp.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Metso Automation USA Inc.
Micron Products Inc.
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments
UPS

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