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Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering New England campus experience

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Experienced professors

Hands-on learning

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Program Overview Why get a mechanical engineering degree on campus?

Prepare yourself for a future engineering career with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from Southern New Hampshire University. As a discipline that offers a wide range of opportunities, SNHU's on-campus mechanical engineering program will help ensure you gain the design, analysis, development and manufacturing knowledge that you need to succeed in a mechanical engineering position.

In this ABET-accredited program, you'll focus on mechanical systems and be prepared to enter the engineering field in the areas of advanced materials, robotics, thermal-fluid systems, power and energy systems, propulsion systems, manufacturing and more.

Skills you'll learn:

  • Engineering design principles
  • Leadership skills
  • Solving complex problems
  • Mechanical systems
  • Technical solutions
  • Meeting objectives
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Courses & Curriculum Design the future with on-campus mechanical engineering courses

Based on the international CDIO (conceiving, designing, implementing and operating) initiative, the SNHU on-campus mechanical engineering program consists of degree-specific courses and general education courses that will help you identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics. Here, you'll achieve a good balance of project-based learning, hands-on learning and traditional, theory-based engineering education.

Meet the Faculty

Learn from instructors with industry experience

Our faculty bring with them decades of knowledge and experience in mechanical engineering, which informs the development of SNHU's courses and curriculum. They look forward to supporting your journey both in the classroom and as you work toward a career in your field.

Ahmed AliDr. Ahmed Ali,  Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at SNHU.

Position
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Joined SNHU
2023

Education

  • PhD in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) of Combustion from Loughborough University, UK
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering from Cairo University, Egypt

Dr. Ahmed Ali's academic experience includes teaching, research and development and supervision of curriculum design and delivery. He has more than a decade of academic experience, having held a faculty position at Petronas University of Technology (UTP) in Malaysia and a visiting faculty member position at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Canada. Ahmed carried out research in thermo-fluids and taught a number of fundamental and specialized courses in engineering, business and data science. He supervised doctoral and master's students through completion of their programs, as well as graduation projects. He has published and presented more than 20 papers in reputable journals and international conferences and has more than a decade of industrial experience as a practicing licensed professional engineer. He worked in senior engineering roles in the oil and gas and power generation industries and is also a data science consultant, developing machine learning models for various businesses and industries.


Jennifer McInnisJennifer McInnis, Department Chair, Engineering and Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering.

Position
Department Chair (Engineering), Associate Professor (Mechanical Engineering)

Joined SNHU
2017

Education

  • MS in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute
  • BS in Aeronautical Engineering from Daniel Webster College

Before joining SNHU, Jennifer McInnis taught at Daniel Webster College from 2014 to 2016. She also enjoyed a previous stint with Daniel Webster as an engineering project lead and several years as a teaching assistant with Worcester Polytechnic Institute. McInnis also has a strong track record within the engineering industry, having spent time as a manufacturing engineering technician with UltraSource, Inc. She is currently working toward a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, as well. She is a member of the American Society of Engineering Educators and the Society of Women Engineers.

To learn more about SNHU faculty, visit our campus faculty page.

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Career Outlook What can I do with a mechanical engineering degree?

From research and development to manufacturing, mechanical engineers are best known for working on a wide range of projects, such as designing machines from engines and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to elevators and escalators. In other words, they're responsible for designing, building and implementing many of the devices we use in our daily lives. As a mechanical engineer, you could carve a career path in the automotive industry, the biomedical field, construction or even robotics.

Career paths include:

  • Heating and cooling systems engineer
  • Automotive engineer
  • Structural engineer
  • Mechanical designer
19,800

Yearly projected job openings on average for mechanical engineers through 2033, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.1

$99,510

Median annual wage for mechanical engineering occupations as of May 2023, according to BLS.1

Understanding the numbers
When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors—like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, geographic location, worker skill and economic conditions. Cited projections do not guarantee actual salary or job growth.

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Campus Student Experience So, what's it like taking classes on campus?

At SNHU, the mechanical engineering program is extremely hands on. SNHU embraces a multidisciplinary approach to education, so whether you're collaborating with students in other disciplines in the classroom - such as aeronautical engineering or electrical and computer engineering - or solving complex problems and designing solutions for local community partners through your internship, you'll be putting engineering theory into practice every day here on campus.

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Student support

At SNHU, you don’t have to do this college thing alone. You’ll have help from your advisor, access to tutoring and office hours, career coaching, and mental health services so you can do your best and feel your best.

Additionally, our Office of Diversity and Campus Accessibility Center make campus a safe place for everyone. Visit our Student Services page to learn more about our support offerings.

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Small class sizes

With an average class size of 15-25 (depending on your major) you’ll learn in an environment where professors with real world experience know you by name.

Here, you’re not getting lost in giant lecture halls, but instead, actively participating in thoughtful dialogue where you’re always encouraged to collaborate with your peers and ask questions when they arise.

State-of-the-art facilities

Our 300-acre campus has everything you need. From technology-advanced classroom settings to your dorms complete with fitness centers and hangout spots, our goal is to give you the best college experience possible.

Whether you’re learning in a classroom, in a lab, on the field, or in your field, you’ll have what you need to be successful from the moment you wake up to the moment you close your textbooks.

Meet the School of Engineering, Technology and Aeronautics Dean

School of Engineering, Technology and Aeronautics Learn about the School of Engineering, Technology and Aeronautics

In the School of Engineering Technology and Aeronautics, you'll put theory into practice daily. From circuit projects to flight test classes, you'll collaborate with peers, faculty and the community to take on real-world challenges. With a drone-flying arena, unmanned aerial vehicle prep space, wood shop, robotics lab and more, you'll have all the tools at hand to bring your ideas off the page.

3D printing lab

Drone arena

Robotics lab

How SNHU makes college affordable

At Southern New Hampshire University, we're on a mission to make high-quality education more accessible with more affordable tuition. With 70+ career-focused majors, state-of-the-art facilities, D2 sports and over 70 student clubs and organizations, you can get the campus experience you've always dreamed of at a more affordable price.


Hear from us

Sydney Roubain, engineering major at SNHU.
Sydney Roubain, engineering major at SNHU.
The most exciting things that come from mechanical engineering are definitely the possibilities. One of them on campus is the Idea Lab. There are so many machines and different projects you can work on. Right now I’m working on an elevator gear box!

Sydney Roubain, engineering major

Accreditations

SNHU is accredited by the regional accreditor the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The university also carries specialized accreditations for some programs.

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This program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Student and graduate data can be found below:

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Program Enrollments (Fall 2024)
Mechanical Engineering (BS): 109

Graduates (Academic Year 2023-2024)
Mechanical Engineering (BS): 21

Sources & Citations

1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/mechanical-engineers.htm (viewed Oct. 3, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.

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