You are in the official 2000-2001 General Catalog
for California State University, Fresno.
Department of Mechanical
and Industrial Engineering
College of Engineering and Computer Science
SATYA D. MAHANTY, Chair
Engineering East Building, Room 154
(559) 278-2368
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. in Industrial Engineering
Faculty
Satya D. Mahanty, Chair
Dennis C. Kuzma, Hamo Lalehzarian, Walter V. Loscutoff, Prakash T. Mahajan,
Masud Mansuri, William W. Peng, John A. Seevers
The department's faculty members have outstanding academic credentials
which cover most major areas in mechanical and industrial engineering. In
addition, most of the faculty have had distinguished careers in industry
and are able, through their experiences, to help students develop the professional
skills needed to solve engineering problems.
The Department
The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Engineering. Both programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Mission
Our mission is to provide an educational program that will allow our students to meet or exceed the necessary level of academic preparedness for successful professional employment and for graduate study through continuous improvement in curricula and instruction.
Educational Objectives
- Provide broad-based curriculum in mechanical and industrial engineering fundamentals.
- Provide a basis for successful professional careers in fields associated with mechanical and industrial engineering.
- Provide students with a strong foundation for graduate studies in mechanical and industrial engineering and related fields.
- Provide students with hands-on experience through projects and laboratory courses.
- Develop students' understanding of global issues.
- Promote understanding of ethical and professional responsibilities.
- Develop students' abilities to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
- Promote ability to work effectively in teams.
Facilities
Excellent laboratory facilities emphasize computer interaction, the operation
and use of instruments, and the experimental approach. The mechanical engineering
laboratories are equipped with laser measurement systems, digital data acquisition
systems and test apparatus which enable engineering students to study the
effects of different parameters on the operation and performance of energy,
fluid, aerospace, and other mechanical systems. The laboratory program also
includes strong emphasis on computer-aided design.
Industrial engineering students gain valuable practical experience through
state-of-the-art computer systems in conjunction with advanced robotics
equipment used in the human factors, robotics, and manufacturing laboratories.
Laboratory courses focus on computer-aided design, computer-aided manufacturing,
computer-integrated manufacturing, materials handling, plant layout, and
human factors engineering.
Co-op Program
The department participates in the Cooperative Education Program which allows the student to gain industrial experience and recognize financial benefits through projects with local companies.
Mandatory Advising
It is the policy of the department that every student see his/her assigned adviser at least once during the academic year.
Administrative Academic Probation
A minimum GPA of 2.0 must be maintained in all courses taken in the School of Engineering and Computer Science. Students who fail to maintain a 2.0 GPA in courses within their major may be placed on administrative academic probation. Failure to eliminate the grade point deficiency could result in disqualification from the College of Engineering and Computer Science.
Career Opportunities
Rapid technological advances in computers, robotics, and automation, combined with declining enrollments in engineering, have created a substantial demand for mechanical and industrial engineers. High-technology industries want mechanical and industrial engineers because of their technical versatility and adaptability to a broad range of engineering activities. Excellent opportunities exist in aerospace, computers, energy, manufacturing and fabrication, machine and tool design, public transportation, electronics, and a host of other industries.
Mechanical Engineering Courses
Mechanical Engineering Degrees
Industrial Engineering Courses