Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Prerequisite Classes?

Complete one of the following basic science classes with a C- or higher:

• CHEM 105: General College Chemistry
• PHSCS 123: Principals of Physics 2
• PHSCS 220: Principles of Physics 3

Complete one of the following mathematics core sequences with a C- or higher:

• MATH 112 : Calculus 1.
• MATH 113 : Calculus 2.
• MATH 302 : Mathematics for Engineering 1
• MATH 303 : Mathematics for Engineering 2

• MATH 112 : Calculus 1
• MATH 113 : Calculus 2
• MATH 214 : Calculus of Several Variables
• MATH 334 : Ordinary Differential Equations
• MATH 343 : Elementary Linear Algebra

Complete the following pre-professional engineering courses with a C- or higher:

• CE EN 103 : Engineering Mechanics--Statics
• ME EN 172 : Engineering Graphics--Principles and Applications

What should I expect after the program?

Major companies notice the quality of students at BYU and hire them when they graduate. Some students choose to continue their education at a graduate school and are accepted into many prestigious schools. Here is a list of the top companies that hire BYU students and Graduate schools that accept BYU students.

What classes will I be required to take?

The curriculum for students is designed to help them be ahead of the curve. View a list of all ME classes

Do I have to take ME EN 191?

Yes, Mechanical Engineering 191 is a new-student seminar class. It is worth 0.5 credit.

What happens if I already have other credits? Are they going to transfer?

When transferring into the department, students should meet with an assigned advisor before registering for classes to evaluate their technical courses and to have help in planning their schedule for completion of remaining course work. View more information for transfer students.

What Types of Projects Are Available for Undergraduates?

The department owns many facilities that are available to students. (see "Resources" section) This state of the art equipment allows students to be ahead of the curve. Many faculty do research that requires students help and the department sponsors many different clubs and groups. Many of these groups have been recognized for their great research and world-class performance.