Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University of the Incarnate Word prepares students for careers in one of the most versatile engineering professions. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering complete a rigorous course of study that includes courses from the Humanities and Social Sciences, Mathematics and Basic Sciences, and Engineering. This course of study prepares students well for careers in industry, government, education, and nonprofits.
129 credit hours are required to complete the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree program.
Admissions - Admission requirements for the proposed Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program are the same as the requirements for the existing Bachelor of Science in Engineering program admission.
Mechanical Degree Plan
UIW Undergraduate Core Curriculum
UIW core coursework is required. Review the Undergraduate Core Curriculum Here and review the degree plans for each concentration for scheduling of the core curriculum classwork. In addition, 45 Community Service hours are part of all bachelor's degree programs. See Community Service.
| UIW Core Curriculum |
| Composition and Rhetoric |
6 credit hours |
| Literature and Art |
6 credit hours |
| Science and Mathematics |
7 credit hours |
| History and Behavioral Science |
6 credit hours |
| Philosophy and Religion |
9 credit hours |
| Second Language |
6 credit hours |
| Wellness and Physical Education |
3 credit hours |
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43 total core credit hours |
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| Community Service |
45 clock hours (non-credit) |
Math and Science Requirements
CHEM 1301 and 1101, MATH 2312 can be used to satisfy core.
Mechanical Core Coursework