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Curriculum

Mechanical engineering education for the 21st century

At Boise State University, our new Mechanical Engineering curriculum is designed to immerse students in the engineering world from day one. With a four-year sequence of design courses, you’ll be actively engaged in engineering challenges every step of the way, building and refining your skills as you progress through the program. Our approach ensures that students are not only learning foundational engineering principles but are also applying them in practical, meaningful ways through hands-on labs and projects. You’ll work directly with manufacturing equipment, gaining the experience and confidence needed to excel in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven industry.

Our curriculum adopts a systems approach to engineering education, where each course builds upon and supports the others, providing a cohesive and integrated learning experience. This modernized program emphasizes flexibility, allowing you to tailor your education to your interests while ensuring you adapt to new tools and systems. With a strong focus on experiential learning and new, focused emphasis areas, our program equips you with the agility and expertise that today’s employers are seeking. At Boise State, we’re not just preparing engineers; we’re shaping the future leaders of the industry.

A modernized curriculum

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering

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4-Year Plan

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Minors and Certificates

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Science & Math Electives

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ME Program Electives

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Advising

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