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CALCE Educational
Philosophy
Engineers that develop or use electronic
systems technologies must be able to synthesize interdisciplinary
knowledge from many diverse sources: electrical, mechanical, thermal,
materials, manufacturing, and business. In
addition, they must be able to effectively communicate (verbally and in
writing), as well as be adept at working on teams. Rapid advances in
electronic products and systems require special efforts to educate the
technical workforce. These special efforts include the use of
systematic
just-in-time transfer of state-of-the-art knowledge derived from the
latest research results.
The CALCE educational strategy is to pioneer a multi-faceted approach
for the transfer of ideas and knowledge to all levels of students,
through test-bed-development learning projects, courses, and multimedia, including
video, web and text. In addition, unique exchange programs between industries and the
Center are in place to promote collaborative research, education,
and technology transfer.
Undergraduate Program in Electronic Products and Systems
A number of far reaching changes in the undergraduate
engineering curriculum have been made in the Department of Mechanical
Engineering, including a unique approach to introduce manufacturing education
across the undergraduate curriculum. These initiatives have resulted in a
significant restructuring of the college-wide undergraduate curriculum, whereby
advanced instructional tools, including engineering and mathematics software
and multimedia materials, have replaced several traditional courses. These
sweeping changes have enabled a new educational structure with ample room for
incorporation of material based on recently completed and ongoing research,
using the most effective instructional delivery methods.
Undergraduate students at the University of Maryland who want to be involved in CALCE Research, please contact Prof. Michael G. Pecht and Dr. Diganta Das.
Students who are already eligible for the combined B.S./M.S. are particularly encouraged to apply.
Oppurtunities are available in performing experiments, data analysis, industry internships and presentations. You can use your research at CALCE towards Senior Project and also as a begining for your graduate research.
For more research on CALCE research topics, please refer the EPSC Consortium and PHM Consortium Pages.
For information on where CALCE Graduate Students are working, please check the Alumni Page.
Degree Requirements
An undergraduate major in Mechanical Engineering begins with
a solid background in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and basic engineering
science courses. This strong foundation in the first two years prepares
students for advanced classes and makes it easier to understand the
applications of engineering betters. The use of technology and elimination of
redundancy allows students to complete all their degree requirements with only
123 credits, enabling most of them to graduate within four years. Motivated
students can get involved with special projects as early as their junior year,
including working on group projects to develop one of the most important
aspects of mechanical engineering: teamwork
Course Requirements
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Core
Program Requirements
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Basic Science Requirements 29 Credits
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CHEM 135 |
General Chemistry for Engineers
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| PHYS 161
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General Physics: Mechanics and Particle Dynamics
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| PHYS 260/1
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General Physics: Vibration, Waves, Heat, Elect. & Mag
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| PHYS 270/1
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General Physics: Electrodynamics, Light, Relativity
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| MATH 140
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Calculus I
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| MATH 141
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Calculus II
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| MATH 241
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Calculus III
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| MATH 246
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Differential Equations for Scientists and Engineers
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Engineering Science Requirements 12 Credits
Major Requirements 54 Credits
For the schedule of classes, click here. This link will take you to Testudo, the University of Maryland's comprehensive listing
of course schedules by departments.
For the list of all undergraduate and graduate courses offered
within the electronic products and systems area of specialization in
the Department of Mechanical Engineering, click here
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Honors Programs
Exceptional undergraduate students have the opportunity to
participate in the Mechanical Engineering Honors Program and in the Combined
BS/MS for Excellence Program.
Honors Program: The Clark School of Engineering offers
its outstanding students the opportunity to participate in the College of
Engineering Honors Program. Students completing the College Honors Program will
have the Engineering Honors Program designated on their diplomas and
transcripts. This program is available to students who meet the following
criteria:
- 3.5 overall GPA
- 3.5 engineering GPA
- Junior standing or 65 applicable credits
The requirements for completing the program are:
- An Honors Research Project necessitating a written paper and oral
presentation worth three hours of credit
- Successful completion of two semesters of the Engineering Honors
Seminar (ENES 388, one credit hour each)
- Maintenance of a 3.3 GPA to remain in the program
Combined Bachelor's and Master's (BS/MS) for Excellence Program:
Outstanding University of Maryland undergraduates whose GPA is 3.70 or
higher in their junior year, qualify for the Combined Bachelor's and
Master's program. This program provides an opportunity to earn both a
Bachelor's and a Master's degree following five years of study. Students
accepted to this program begin their graduate experience in their
senior year and are thereby presented with the challenges and rewards of
advanced learning and research activities not normally available at that
stage. Financial support during the senior year and throughout the
graduate studies is provided to all students accepted to this program.
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Contact
Information
For more information on our program, contact:
- Dr. Ken Kiger
Director of Undergraduate Studies
3129 Glenn L. Martin Hall, Building 088
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Tel: 301-405-5245
E-mail: kkiger@umd.edu
- Terry Island
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Studies
2186 Glenn L. Martin Hall, Building 088
College Park, MD 20742
Tel: 301-405-2199
E-mail: tisland@umd.edu
Undergraduate students are also encouraged to contact individual faculty advisors in the area of
electronic products and systems. For a list and
contact information click here
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