for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering Mechanics

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The Engineering Mechanics program at Illinois is a major that focuses on the principles of mechanics that underpin design and engineering in diverse industries including materials, energy, biotechnology, civil, and aerospace to name a few. Students learn rigorous mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles in subject areas such as statics, dynamics, strength of materials, and fluid dynamics. Further, Engineering Mechanics students learn how to apply these basic principles in modern engineering design through laboratory and project work. The program also benefits from a cohesive secondary field which students can tailor to fit their academic and career objectives. Engineering Mechanics is well suited for students with an interest in analysis and design, and physical principles.

Current Program Educational Objectives

for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering Mechanics

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for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering Mechanics

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Sample Sequence

This sample sequence is intended to be used only as a guide for degree completion. All students should work individually with their academic advisors to decide the actual course selection and sequence that works best for them based on their academic preparation and goals. Enrichment programming such as study abroad, minors, internships, and so on may impact the structure of this four-year plan. Course availability is not guaranteed during the semester indicated in the sample sequence. The curriculum sequence can also be viewed via dynamic and static curricular maps, which include prerequisite sequencing.

Students must fulfill their Language Other Than English requirement by successfully completing a third level of a language other than English. See the corresponding section on the Degree and General Education Requirements.  ME 470  and TAM 324 will each satisfy a core course requirement and the Campus General Education Advanced Composition requirement.

Free Electives: Additional course work, subject to the Grainger College of Engineering restrictions to Free Electives, so that there are at least 128 credit hours earned toward the degree.

First Year
First Semester	Hours
TAM 195	1
MATH 221 (MATH 220 may be substituted)	4
CHEM 102	3
CHEM 103	1
ENG 100	1
ME 170 (or Composition I)	3
Free Elective course	3
	16
Total Hours 16

First Year
Second Semester	Hours
CS 101 (CS 124 or ECE 220 may be substituted)	3
MATH 231	3
PHYS 211	4
Composition I or ME 170	4
General Education course (Choose a Humanities or Social/ Behavioral Science course with Cultural Studies designation)	3
	17
Total Hours 17

Second Year
First Semester	Hours
MATH 257	3
TAM 211	3
TAM 270	3
CHEM 104	3
CHEM 105	1
ME 290	0
General Education course (Choose a Humanities or Social/ Behavioral Science course with Cultural Studies designation)	3
	16
Total Hours 16

Second Year
Second Semester	Hours
MATH 241	4
PHYS 212	4
TAM 212	3
TAM 251	3
TAM 252	1
	15
Total Hours 15

Third Year
First Semester	Hours
MATH 441	3
ME 200	3
ECE 205 (ECE 110 and either ECE 210 or ECE 211 may be substituted)	3
TAM 335	4
Language Other Than English (3rd level)	4
	17
Total Hours 17

Third Year
Second Semester	Hours
MATH 442	3
TAM 324	4
PHYS 213	2
PHYS 214	2
Free Elective course	4
	15
Total Hours 15

Fourth Year
First Semester	Hours
ME 470 (or Secondary Field elective course)	3
TAM 470	3
Secondary Field elective course	3
Secondary Field elective course	3
General Education course (Choose a Humanities or Social/ Behavioral Science course with Cultural Studies designation)	3
	15
Total Hours 15

Fourth Year
Second Semester	Hours
TAM 412	4
TAM 445	4
Secondary Field elective course or ME 470	3
Secondary Field elective course	3
General Education course (Choose a Humanities or Social/ Behavioral Science course)	3
	17
Total Hours 17

Total Hours: 128

for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering Mechanics

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Student learning outcomes are aligned with the learning outcomes required by the ABET accreditation process.

Engineering Mechanics graduates will have:

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
2. 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.
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Current Student Learning Outcomes

for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering Mechanics

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Mechanical Science & Engineering

B.S. in Engineering Mechanics
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