Start Earning Your Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering Technology
The Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology offers students a broad background in engineering technology and the technical skills needed to support the design, testing, and manufacture of products, systems, and devices. Students in the bachelor's degree program are prepared to apply in-depth concepts to the analysis, development, implementation, and oversight of mechanical systems and processes. Career opportunities for graduates of this program include support operations in manufacturing, plant management, product testing, quality assurance, and engineering.
Students may earn the Associate of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology as they work towards the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology. Many of the courses taken toward this degree can be applied toward a related Certificate Program in Manufacturing Technology, allowing students to earn additional credentials as they pursue their degree.
Note: Although some of the courses in this program are available online, the majority of the courses are only available on campus.
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science Engineering Technology Degree in the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET (https://abet.org).
Learning Outcomes and Educational Objectives
See the UMass Lowell Francis College of Engineering Program Learning Outcomes and Educational Objectives for the Engineering Technology degree programs.
Curriculum Outline
Suggested Program of Study - Total Credits: 124
First-year students should not take more than 1 or 2 courses their first semester. Subsequent course loads may be determined by the student's own personal time constraints.- MATH.1225 Precalculus Mathematics I (Formerly MATH.1200) (3cr)
- MTEC.1020 Engineering Design and Graphics (3cr)
- ENGL.1010 College Writing I (3cr)
- MATH.1230 Precalculus Mathematics II (3cr)
- MTEC.2000 Computer Aided Drafting (CADrf) (3cr)
- ENGL.1020 College Writing II (3cr)
- MATH.1250 Calculus A (3cr)
- PHYS.1310 Technical Physics I (3cr)
- MTEC.2260 Technical Communications for Engineering Technology (3cr)
- MATH.1260 Calculus B (3cr)
- PHYS.1320 Technical Physics II (3cr)
- MTEC.2950 Materials Science (3cr)
- MTEC.2210 Statics (3cr)
- MTEC.2410 Elements of Thermodynamics I (3cr)
- PSYC.1010 Introduction to Psychological Science (3cr) - Available Fall 2023!
- ETEC.1300 Electrical Basics and Laboratory (3cr)
- MTEC.2220 Dynamics (3cr)
- MTEC.2230 Mechanics of Materials (3cr)
- MTEC.2420 Applied Fluid Mechanics (3cr)
- MTEC.2020 Thermo/Fluids Laboratory (2cr)
- MTEC.3050 Manufacturing Processes (3cr)
- ETEC.1310 Electronic Basics and Laboratory (3cr)
- HIST.---- Arts & Humanities Course (DCA) - 3cr
- MTEC.3020 Mechanics/Materials Laboratory (2cr)
- SOCI.---- Social Sciences Course (DCA or SRE) - 3cr
- MATH.2250 Calculus C (3cr)
- CHEM.1110 Survey of Chemistry I: General Chemistry (3cr)
- MTEC.3140 Manufacturing Productivity (3cr)
- Technical Elective (see below) - 3cr
- MTEC.3540 Problems in Mechanical Engineering Technology (3cr)
- MTEC.3200 Machine Design (3cr)
- CHEM.1130L Survey of Chemistry Lab I: General Chemistry (1cr)
- MTEC.2620 Engineering Data Analysis (3cr)
- ECON.2010 Principles of Microeconomics (3cr) - Available Fall 2023!
- MTEC.2430 Elements of Thermodynamics II (3cr)
- PHIL.---- Arts & Humanities Course (AHE) - 3cr
- MTEC.4750 Heat Transfer (3cr)
- ENGL.---- Arts & Humanities Course (AH) - 3cr
- MTEC.4140 Engineering Economics (3cr)
- MTEC.4800 Computer Aided Design (3cr)
- MTEC.2040 Manufacturing Technology Laboratory (Formerly MTEC.3010) (2cr)
- MTEC.4020 Engineering Measurement Laboratory (2cr)
- MTEC.4320 Capstone Design (3cr)
- Technical Elective (see below) - 3cr
Technical Electives
Students must choose two approved technical electives- MTEC.4190 Applied Computer Aided Manufacturing (3cr)
- INFO.2110 Introduction to Programming W/C I (3cr)
- MTEC.4160 Statistical Quality Control (3cr)
- MTEC.3530 Forensic Engineering (3cr)
- MTEC.2110 LABVIEW(TM) Programming with Engineering Applications (3cr)
- MTEC.4440 Mechanical Vibrations (3cr)
- MTEC.4850 Introduction to SolidWorks (3cr)
- MTEC.4840 Introduction to Pro/ENGINEER (3cr)
Course Descriptions
Prerequisites:
CHEM.1110
Prerequisites:
MATH.1250
Prerequisites:
ETC.1300
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Prerequisites:
No previous programming experience required
Prerequisites:
MATH.1210
Prerequisites:
MATH.1230
Prerequisites:
MATH.1250
Prerequisites:
MATH.1260
Prerequisites:
MTEC.1020
Prerequisites:
MTEC.2410, MTEC.2420, MTEC.2260 or ENGL.2260
Prerequisites:
MTEC.1010 Engineering Graphics
Prerequisites:
MTEC.1250, PHYS.1310
Prerequisites:
MATH.1260, MTEC.2210, PHYS.1320
Prerequisites:
MTEC.2210
Prerequisites:
ENGL.1010
Prerequisites:
MATH.1260, PHYS.1320
Prerequisites:
MTEC.2220
Prerequisites:
MTEC.2410
Prerequisites:
MATH.1260
Prerequisites:
MTEC.2220, MTEC.2230, MTEC.2260
Prerequisites:
MATH.2250, MTEC.3200, MTEC.2210, MTEC.2220, MTEC.2230, PHYS.1320
Prerequisites:
MTEC.2620 or equivalent.
Prerequisites:
MTEC.2000, 23.301
Prerequisites:
MATH 2250,PHYS 1320,MTEC 2210&
Prerequisites:
MTEC.2410, MTEC.2420
Prerequisites:
MTEC.2000
Prerequisites:
PHYS.1310
Undergraduate Degree Requirements
All bachelor's degree candidates are required to earn a minimum 2.000 cumulative grade point average (GPA), to present a minimum of 120 semester hours, to fulfill the residency requirements, to conform to the general regulations and requirements of the University, to satisfy the regulations and academic standards of the colleges which exercise jurisdiction over the degrees for which they are matriculating, to satisfy the curriculum requirements established by the departments or programs in their major, and to complete the University's Core Curriculum requirements, which are listed within the program's curriculum outline. For additional information regarding the University's general policies and procedures, transfer credit information and residency requirements; please refer to our Academic Policies & Procedures.
Tuition & Fees
Tuition at UMass Lowell is typically half the cost of private colleges, and our online tuition is among the lowest in the nation. Tuition for online programs offered through the Division of Graduate, Online & Professional Studies is the same whether you live in-state, out-of-state or outside of the U.S.
Fall 2023 Tuition |
Cost Per Credit | Cost Per 3-Credit Course* |
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Undergraduate |
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Online | $380 | $1,140 |
Online Business** | $385 | $1,155 |
On Campus Lowell | $340 | $1,020 |
Additional Costs |
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Term Registration Fee | $30 |
Late Fee | $50 |
Undergraduate Degree Application | $60 |
Please note: Tuition and fees are subject to change.
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Admission Requirements
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