Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2011-2012 > Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering > Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

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Mechanical Engineering Graduate Program

Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Program

Faculty

Chairperson: Nader Saniei

Graduate Program Director: Matthew T. Siniawski

Professors: Omar S. Es-Said, Mel I. Mendelson, Rafiqul I. Noorani, Nader Saniei

Assistant Professors: Todd Otanicar, Matthew T. Siniawski

Lecturers: Herand Bedrossian, Greg V. Meholic, Peter B. Pollack, Brian Sako

Description

Mechanical Engineering is very broad in scope and is pertinent to a variety of engineering activities and products, such as transportation vehicles, energy generation, machine mechanisms, manufacturing systems, structures, and processing plants. The Mechanical Engineering program provides a solid foundation for work in all of these fields. The flexible and modern curriculum covers contemporary technology as well as the fundamentals for future technologies. It is designed to prepare students for graduate school as well as for employment in industry. Engineering design is a major emphasis of the curriculum, and students work on various aspects of design projects throughout, culminating in a comprehensive capstone design project. Modern, well-equipped research laboratories support the curriculum. These laboratory facilities include computer-aided design and engineering, manufacturing, the materials science and materials processing, rapid prototyping, renewable energy, robotics, solid mechanics, thermal and fluid systems, and tribology.

Accreditation

The Mechanical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012; telephone: 410.347.7700.

Mission

The mission of the Mechanical Engineering Department is to provide a high quality, practice-oriented, design-focused curriculum that prepares students for both graduate studies and leadership roles in industry.

Educational Objectives

The Mechanical Engineering program has established the following program educational objectives that are consistent with the University’s mission and Department’s program outcomes. During the first 3-5 years after graduation, Mechanical Engineering graduates will:

Advance in their professional careers and pursue graduate studies and continuous learning in areas relevant to their long-term goals;
Demonstrate leadership in professional activities such as research, experimental studies, and industrial projects;
Be capable of working effectively in cross-functional teams, communicating effectively, and participating in the practice of mechanical engineering design; and
Contribute to professional societies and demonstrate ethical conduct.

These program educational objectives are accomplished through the major requirements, the core curriculum, design competition experiences, internships, research opportunities, professional society involvement, and extracurricular activities.