2020-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Department of Mechanical Engineering


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Kurt Bassett, Department Head
Zhong Hu, Professor/Graduate Coordinator
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Crothers Engineering Hall 221, Box 2219
605-688-5426

The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Master of Science (M.S.) degrees in Mechanical Engineering, as well as a minor in Sustainable Energy Systems. A Ph.D. in Agricultural, Biosystems, and Mechanical Engineering (ABME) is also offered.  The department is focused on developing students’ problem-solving talents, built upon a solid understanding of the scientific and mathematical principles that guide engineers. The faculty members are dedicated to providing a challenging and effective learning environment. They continue to build upon their considerable expertise through engineering research and practice.

The mission of the Department of Mechanical Engineering is to provide a highly respected, rigorous, professional education for Mechanical Engineering students; to conduct consequential research; and to provide technical assistance to our constituents.

Graduate Faculty

Kurt Bassett, Department Head and Professor
Saikat Basu, Assistant Professor
Travis Burgers, Adjunct Assistant Professor
Marco Ciarcià, Assistant Professor
Jeffrey Doom, Assistant Professor
Stephen Gent, Professor
Zhong Hu, Professor
Todd Letcher, Associate Professor
Gregory Michna, Associate Professor
Kim-Doang Nguyen, Assistant Professor
Anamika Prasad, Assistant Professor

Programs

Master’s Degrees

Doctoral Degrees

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