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The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for professional work or further study at the graduate level. The curriculum includes a solid grounding in mathematics, science, and technology, along with electives in the humanities and social sciences. Design is integrated throughout the curriculum. Students use contemporary engineering computer software and apply modern manufacturing processes in analyzing and constructing their design projects. Facilities include laboratories for modern manufacturing, biomechanics, thermal-fluids, automation, controls, instrumentation, and materials. All Mechanical Engineering students complete a year-long senior design project, independent study, or honors thesis research.
Why you should consider the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Lafayette College:
- Dedicated faculty with years of industrial and research experience
- Design and build opportunities throughout the curriculum
- Strong hands-on laboratory experiences
- State-of-the art laboratory facilities for undergraduate education
- Small lecture and laboratory class size
- Study abroad opportunities integrated into the curriculum
- Opportunities to participate in faculty-led advanced research
