Mechanical Undergraduate Courses
As part of your bachelor of engineering degree in mechanical engineering, you’ll study robotics, materials, thermodynamics, machine and system design, manufacturing, control systems and more. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in our popular co-operative internship program and to collaborate with industry leaders. Between coursework and real-world experience, you’ll have the tools you need to become skilled in the design and operation of machines, mechanical systems and technology.
A full description of each course can be found in the undergraduate calendar.
A strong foundation is essential. With courses designed to give you the knowledge you’ll need for the rest of your degree – no matter which engineering discipline you choose – first year lays the groundwork for your future success. You’ll gain a better understanding of each of our engineering programs and the different areas of focus that they offer. Mechanical engineering exposes you to manufacturing, design, solid mechanics, mechatronics and thermofluids, which you can explore further in your final year.
Your second-year studies will continue to advance your understanding of the foundations of engineering and design, plus you’ll learn about the mechanics of materials and the fundamentals of manufacturing.
All required core courses in the first and second semesters are prerequisites to all required core courses in third and fourth semesters.
Third year is an exciting time, when the picture of your career comes into focus. You’ll have the option of specializing in mechatronics engineering – the integration of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and computer science – or increasing your knowledge of fluid mechanics and materials.
You’ll also start planning ahead for next year by researching opportunities for professional experience through our optional co-operative internship program. (Participating in a co-operative internship will add one more year to your degree.)
This year is also the time to consider enrolling in the accelerated master of applied science pathway, for those who intend to pursue further studies after graduation.
All required core courses in the first and second semesters are prerequisites to all required core courses in fifth and sixth semesters.
In fourth year, the focus is on your career-readiness, as well as your ideas and innovations. You’ll work collaboratively on a design project addressing function, form, manufacturability, cost, environmental impact, safety, reliability and integrity. You’ll also choose from a variety of technical electives like manufacturing and fabrication, controls, thermal and fluid processes and machine design.
Should you wish to pursue more advanced studies, fourth year is also the ideal time to consider applying to one of our graduate programs.
Note: Should you participate in a co-operative internship, your fourth year will be spent exclusively working in industry. You’ll complete the remainder of your degree the following year, making your program five years in duration.
7th Semester
Required Group 1: One of the following:
MEC 722 - Thermal Systems Design
MEC 723 - Mechanical Systems Design
MEC 734 - Design for Manufacturing
Liberal Studies: One course from the following:
ENG 503 - Science Fiction
GEO 702 - Technology and the Contemporary Environment
HST 701 - Scientific Technology and Modern Society
PHL 709 - Religion, Science and Philosophy
POL 507 - Power, Change and Technology
Professional*: Three courses as described below:
One of the following:
MEC 431 - Advanced Manufacturing
MEC 740 - Environmental Control in Buildings
MTL 700 - Materials Selection for Engineering Design
Two of the following:
MEC 431 - Advanced Manufacturing
MEC 531 - Solid Mechanics I
MEC 617 - Manufacturing System Control
MEC 626 - Applied Finite Elements
MEC 713 - Project Management
MEC 740 - Environmental Control in Buildings
MEC 751 - Measurements, Sensors and Instruments
MEC 813 - Flexible Manufacturing Systems
MEC 817 - Combustion Engineering
MTL 700 - Materials Selection for Engineering Design
8th Semester
Required:
CEN 800 - Law and Ethics in Engineering Practice
MEC 825 - Mechanical Design
Liberal Studies: One course from Table B - Upper Level Liberal Studies.
Professional*: Two courses as described below:
One of the following:
MEC 810 - Thermal Power Generation
MEC 811 - Machine Design II
MEC 816 - Fabrication and Tool Engineering
One of the following:
MEC 809 - Integrated Manufacturing
MEC 810 - Thermal Power Generation
MEC 811 - Machine Design II
MEC 816 - Fabrication and Tool Engineering
MEC 832 - Reliability and Decision Analysis
MEC 850 - Environmental Impact of Thermal Systems
* Not every professional course will be offered each semester. Contact the program department for further information.
All required core courses in first through fourth semesters are prerequisites to all required core courses in seventh and eighth semesters.
For the Fall 2021 term, all courses in the Mechanical Engineering department will be offered through remote curriculum delivery. Any changes on the modality of delivery will be communicated to students via email. Please find detailed information and availability of current course offerings on the RAMSS website beginning August 5.
The Mechatronics Option
Beginning in your third year, you may choose to focus your studies on mechatronics. Also called mechatronics engineering, this option integrates the fundamentals of electrical engineering and computer science with mechanical engineering in applications like robotics, autonomous vehicles, system controls and product engineering. The objective of mechatronics is to create smart products and intelligent machines.
During this phase of your degree, you’ll focus on digital systems, microprocessors, applied thermodynamics and machine design. You’ll also start planning ahead for next year by researching opportunities for professional experience through our optional co-operative internship program. (Participating in a co-operative internship will add one more year to your degree.)
This year is also the time to consider enrolling in the accelerated master of applied science pathway, for those who intend to pursue further studies after graduation.
All required core courses in the first and second semesters are prerequisites to all required core courses in fifth and sixth semesters.
In fourth year, the focus is on your career-readiness, as well as your ideas and innovations. Your courses will continue to advance your knowledge of mechatronics while preparing you for your professional career. Should you wish to pursue more advanced studies, fourth year is also the ideal time to consider applying to one of our graduate studies programs.
Note: Should you participate in a co-operative internship, your fourth year will be spent exclusively working in industry. You’ll complete the remainder of your degree the following year, making your program five years in duration.
7th Semester
Required
MEC 751 - Measurements, Sensors and Instruments
MEC 830 - Mechatronics Systems Design
Liberal Studies: One course from the following:
ENG 503 - Science Fiction
GEO 702 - Technology and the Contemporary Environment
HST 701 - Scientific Technology and Modern Society
PHL 709 - Religion, Science and Philosophy
POL 507 - Power, Change and Technology
Professional*: Two courses from the following:
ELE 719 - Fundamentals of Robotics
MEC 617 - Manufacturing System Control
MEC 626 - Applied Finite Elements
MEC 713 - Project Management
MEC 813 - Flexible Manufacturing Systems
8th Semester
Required:
CEN 800 - Law and Ethics in Engineering Practice
ELE 709 - Real-Time Computer Control Systems
MEC 825 - Mechanical Design
Liberal Studies: One course from Table B - Upper Level Liberal Studies.
Professional*: One course from the following:
ELE 819 - Control of Robotic Manipulators
ELE 888 - Intelligent Systems
MEC 809 - Integrated Manufacturing
MEC 816 - Fabrication and Tool Engineering
MEC 832 - Reliability and Decision Analysis
* Not all technical courses will be offered every semester.
All required core courses in the first through semesters are prerequisites to all required core courses in seventh semester.