Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science with a concentration in nuclear engineering

Develop a range of engineering skills within one of the broadest engineering disciplines. A bachelor’s degree in mechanical and nuclear engineering teaches you to apply the principles of engineering, material science, physics and mathematics to design, analyze and manufacture mechanical systems such as vehicles, biomedical devices, consumer products, internal combustion engines, power plants, and other nuclear applications.

What you’ll learn

Apply your engineering, science and mathematical knowledge to formulate solutions to new and existing problems while communicating your findings to colleagues, industry and community stakeholders.

You will also develop expertise in areas like:

  • Computer-aided engineering design
  • Engineering graphics
  • Engineering materials
  • Mechanical systems design
  • Nuclear engineering fundamentals
  • Nuclear fuel cycle and economics
  • Nuclear power plants
  • Radiation safety and shielding
  • Reactor theory and design
  • Thermal-fluid systems design

Application information

First-year applicants who submit all materials by the priority admissions deadline of Jan. 15 for the upcoming fall semester will receive a decision by April 1.*

To be considered for a university-level scholarship your application materials must be received by the Office of Admissions by Nov. 1.

Transfer applicants who submit all materials by the March 17 priority deadline for the upcoming fall semester will receive a decision by May 1.*

*After this deadline decisions are sent on a rolling basis until enrollment capacity is met.