Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Program Overview

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering touches nearly every aspect of our modern lives. Mechanical engineers use principles of motion, energy, force, and materials science to design and build mechanical devices that lift enormous loads or move microscopic components. Aerospace engineers develop new technologies in the defense, aviation, astronautics, and space industries including modern jetliners, satellites, rockets, and space vehicles. Undergraduates at USU can earn a degree in Mechanical Engineering with an optional emphasis in Aerospace Engineering.

How to Prepare for this Degree

AP Calculus AB/BC
AP Chemistry
AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP English Language
Breadth American Institutions (BAI)
Breadth Humanities (BHU)
Breadth Creative Arts (BCA)
Breadth Life Science (BLS)

Some engineering majors may benefit from additional courses. Please reach out to an academic advisor in the College of Engineering for specific recommendations or for questions about CE courses.

Student Experience

Students can earn an emphasis in Aerospace Engineering
Over 95% of USU’s Mechanical Engineering students pass the National Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) on the first attempt
USU Mechanical Engineering student design teams have won many national design competitions
Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering offers an accelerated BS/MS degree