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Electromechanical engineers have expertise in both electrical and
mechanical engineering – a critical mix as
technology becomes more dependent on the interface between mechanical
equipment and electronic controls. Graduates can work in a variety of
capacities including new product development, applied research, or
entrepreneurial efforts. As a student in our five-year
electromechanical engineering program, you will expand your knowledge of
math and science and be exposed to a range of scientific and engineering
principles. Because we stress design, our curriculum includes several
lab courses in which you will use state-of-the-art equipment to test
engineering principles in areas like statics, mechanics, strength of
materials, electronics, and systems. Before graduation, you will take
the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE), the first step to becoming a
licensed professional engineer. Classroom studies are complemented by
hands-on lab work and the successful completion of two co-op work
semesters beginning junior year. This program is accredited by the
Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for
Engineering and Technology. (See
www.abet.org for
information about EAC/ABET accreditation.)
As a graduate you will be prepared for several career paths,
including fields such as fiber optic communication, computers and
peripherals, transportation, solar power, biomedical engineering,
robotics, manufacturing, and automated control systems.
Biomedical Systems Engineering Option
Students enrolled in the Electromechanical Engineering (BELM) program
may choose the option of developing a concentration in Biomedical
Systems Engineering. The Biomedical Systems Engineering option
requirement consists of 6 courses and 2 Cooperative Work Semesters.
Working with their advisors, students will focus on the biomedical area
while taking Electromechanical Design, Senior Design I & II, and Coop
Work Semester I & II. In addition, they will take three electives:
Physiology for Engineers I & II and Biomedical Systems Engineering.
Note: The Biomedical Systems Engineering Concentration
Courses will be offered only if there is sufficient student interest and
enrollment.
Course of Study - BELM
First Year Fall Semester
- English I
- Engineering Mathematics I
- Chemistry I
- Introduction to Engineering
First Year Spring Semester
- English II
- Calculus I
- Computer Science I Using C
- Engineering Physics I
- Introduction to Engineering Design
Second Year Fall Semester
- Social Science Elective
- Calculus II
- Engineering Physics II
- Network Theory I
- General Elective
Second Year Spring Semester
- Social Science Elective
- Calculus III
- Network Theory II
- Digital Systems
- Engineering Statics
- Writing Competency Assessment
Second Year Summer Semester
- Optional Cooperative Work Term
Third Year Fall Semester
- Applied Differential Equations I
- Analog Circuit Design
- Mechanics of Materials
- Engineering Thermodynamics
- General Elective
Third Year Spring Semester
- Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory
- Engineering Fluids
- Embedded Computer Systems
- Materials Science
- Electromechanical Design
Third Year Summer Semester
- Cooperative Work Semester I
Fourth Year Fall Semester
- Probability and Statistics for Engineers
- Engineering Signals and Systems
- Motors and Controls
- Engineering Heat Transfer
- Technical Communications
Fourth Year Spring Semester
- Feedback and Control
- Advanced Mechanics of Materials
- Engineering Dynamics
- Engineering Thermal Design
- Humanities or Social Science Elective
Fourth Year Summer Semester
- Cooperative Work Semester II
Fifth Year Fall Semester
- Senior Design I
- Electromechanical Systems I
- Engineering Elective
- Humanities or Social Science Elective
Fifth Year Spring Semester
- Senior Design II
- Electromechanical Systems II
- Engineering Economy
- Humanities or Social Science Elective
Co-op Opportunities for Students in the Department of Electronics
and Mechanical
Career preparation at Wentworth also includes finding, securing and
successfully completing two co-op semesters. Co-ops are full time work
experiences in Wentworth's curriculum. For four year majors, co-op is in
the spring of junior year and the fall of senior year. For five year
majors, co-op is in the summer before the senior and fifth year.
Students in the Electronics and Mechanical Department have worked at
great companies including: iRobot, Mass Electric, Analog Devices, the
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), Depuy Johnson &
Johnson, Raytheon, Electromechanica, Gillette and Sikorsky.
Co-op allows Electronics and Mechanical Department students to gain
valuable skills such as:
- Electrical and/or mechanical design and prototype fabrication
- Troubleshooting and technical maintenance
- Building WAN between multiple sites
- Understanding data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Operating and testing of sensor systems for engines, boilers, and
burners
- Constructing and soldering test circuits
- Developing hardware and software
Each major has its own designated Co-op Coordinator who assists
students in finding and securing co-ops. Alicia LaPolla is the Co-op
Coordinator for Computer Engineering Technology majors. Andréa Juliano
is the Co-op Coordinator for Electronic Engineering Technology,
Mechanical Engineering Technology and Electromechanical Engineering
majors. Andréa says:
Schools that are still lacking a solid co-op program are putting
their students at a serious disadvantage upon graduation. They are
simply unable to compete in the job market with the practically and
professionally experienced students from programs like the one here at
Wentworth.
Department of Electronics and Mechanical, Additional Information
The Department of Electronics and Mechanical offers the five-year
Bachelor of Science degree program in Electromechanical Engineering
(BELM program described above), as well as four-year Bachelor of Science
degree programs in Electronic Engineering Technology (BEET),
Computer Engineering Technology (BCOT), and
Mechanical Engineering Technology (BMET).
The Course of Study guide above is intended for comparative reference
only and is subject to change. Please refer to the Wentworth Institute
of Technology Course Catalog for detailed
course descriptions, departmental requirements, pre-requisites, and
institutional policies.
You may contact the Wentworth Admissions Office at 617-989-4000 or
800-556-0610 or via email at
admissions@wit.edu if you have questions about the
Admissions Process.
Please contact the Department of Electronics and Mechanical directly
at 617-989-4120 if you have questions about this course of study.
Refer to the Course Catalog for course
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