MECHANICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING Major Map
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING │ BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING WITH PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP
Get the
Courses
You Need
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Take APSC 100, 111, 131, 151,
161, 171, 112, 132, 142, 172,
174.
Take core courses MECH 213,
230, 270, 215, 216, 228, 241,
CIVL 220, MTHE 225, 272,
APSC 200/293, ELEC 210.
Take core courses APSC 221,
MECH 321, 328, 323, 346, 350,
ELEC 310, MTHE 367.
Take the thesis course
(MECH460 or
APSC480) and a selection of
Technical Electives. The
Calendar lists Technical Electives
course groupings by the areas of
concentration. Students can select
up to two free elective courses.
Visit the department website or
make an appointment with the
Program Assistant for help with
courses.
Get
Relevant
Experience
Students decide to enroll into one
of the following Sub-Plans:
ME1 – General Sub-Plan,
ME2 – Materials Sub-Plan, or
ME3 – Biomechanical Sub-Plan.
For more information on 3rd year
program requirements, including
sub-plan core and electives, see
the Engineering and Applied
Science calendar.
Apply to graduate on SOLUS.
Join teams or clubs on campus
such as the Queen’s Project on
International Development or the
First Robotics Competition.
Look into summer jobs by talking
to the dept. or Career Services
about work through SWEP or
NSERC.
Stay during the summer as an
assistant to a faculty member or
apply for an external summer
research opportunity.
See the Co-Curricular
Opportunities Directory or AMS
Clubs Directory for more ideas.
Mech. Eng. Students have five
project teams: Aero Design,
Autonomous Sailboat, Formula
SAE, Mini Baja and EcoMarathon team. Consider
entrepreneurial opportunities at
programs like the Queen’s
Summer Innovation Initiative
(QSII).
If interested, apply to do a 12-16
month QUIP internship between
your third and fourth year.
Investigate full-time jobs or other
opportunities related to careers of
interest.
Assess what experience you’re
lacking and fill in gaps with
volunteering, clubs, or
internships.
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Volunteer on or off-campus with
different community
organizations, such as Let's Talk
Science (LTS) and Engineers
without Borders (EWB).
Get involved with the
Engineering Society (ENGSOC).
Do targeted networking with
people working in careers of
interest (with alumni, using
LinkedIn, etc.).
Consider joining professional
associations like Professional
Engineers Ontario (PEO),
Canadian Society of Mechanical
Engineers (CSME), Society of
Manufacturing Engineers (SME).
Get
Thinking
Globally
The Queen’s University
International Centre will be your
first stop to internationalizing
your degree. Speak to a QUIC
advisor or get involved in their
many programs, events and
training opportunities.
Is an exchange in your future?
Start thinking about where you
would like to study abroad.
Apply in January for a 3rd year
exchange through the Faculty
Office (RM 300, Beamish-Munro
Hall)
Build your intercultural
competence by getting involved
with other cultures or by
practicing or improving your
language skills. Stop by QUIC
for ideas to go abroad, volunteer
at QUIC or attend one of their
events.
Prepare yourself to work in a
multi-culturalenvironment by
taking QUIC’s Intercultural
Competency Certificate, and start
thinking about work or further
studies abroad.
Get Ready
for Life
After
Graduation
Grappling with program
decisions? – go to Orientation
Evenings held by different
Engineering departments and
attend the various Career Fairs
during the year.
Explore different careers of
interest by reading books in the
Career Services Information
Area, such as Real People
Working in Engineering, talking
to people whose careers interest
you, or connecting with Queen’s
alumni on LinkedIn.
Start focusing on areas of
interest. Learn about the
requirements for careers of
interest– do they need additional
schooling? If so, prepare to take
the required tests (like the LSAT
or GMAT). Attend Grad School
workshops at Career Services if
interested.
Apply to jobs or future education,
or make plans for other
adventures. Prepare reference
letters if you’re applying to
graduate school.
Get
Connected
with Your
Community
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Get some help deciding by
visiting Career Services.
Start or continue volunteering
with organizations such as the
Commerce & Engineering
Environmental Conference
(CEEC).
Make an appointment with
Career Services for help with
future plans.
Caution: *This map is meant as a guide to provide suggestions throughout your university career. The activities, resources, and careers mentioned are possibilities – you are not
restricted to them and you don’t have to follow this exact timeline. Every person (including you!) will find their own unique path through their degree at Queen’s and beyond.
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Where could I go after graduation?
Acoustics
Aviation and aircraft management
Automotives
Biomechanics
Biomedical technology
Business administration and management
Communications
Construction
Economics
Education
Electrical services
Environmental sustainability
Government
Industrial engineering
Information technology
International development
Manufacturing
Materials engineering
Market data analysis
Medicine
Metallurgical engineering
Nuclear engineering
Occupational health and safety
Product design
Renewable resources and sustainability
Research analyst
Robotics
Sound engineering
Structural analyst
Transportation
Quality assurance
Ventilation
*some careers may require additional training
Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Queen’s
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Why study Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Queen’s?
The domain of mechanical engineers is truly vast because they are needed wherever machines are, and at every stage of design,
manufacturing, construction and research. In this program you will study basic engineering courses as well as practical courses in
machine design, robotics and manufacturing methods. Hands-on design is integral to this program. You may be involved in
designing artificial joints, or even a spacecraft, depending on your specialization. If you choose the Materials option, you’ll study the
exciting developments in materials and nanotechnology. Areas of specialization include aerospace, mechatronics, biomechanical,
manufacturing, materials, and thermofluids.
What program options are there?
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Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
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Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with Professional Internship
See the department website for course requirements.
Getting what you need to succeed in the workplace
What do employers want?
In a recent survey from the Canadian Council of Chief Executives the top 6 skills sought by employers were:
1 People skills
2 Communication skills
3 Problem-solving skills
4 Analytical abilities
5 Leadership skills
6 Industry-specific Knowledge
How do I get the skills I need?
It is important to develop a balanced skill set – many of which you will develop during your studies. To stand out from the crowd,
gain experience outside the classroom through the multitude of clubs and activities in and around Queen’s. Check out ideas in the
Get Relevant Experience section of this map.
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What can I learn studying Mechanical Engineering at Queen’s?
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Become a balanced engineer by developing a set of innovation and implementation skills embodied in the CDIO paradigm:
Conceive, Develop, Implement and Operate
Time and resource management
Excellent technical writing and communication skills
Engineering Design skills
Ability to apply science fundamentals to practical problems of mechanical engineering
Experience and capability in employing various information sources for solving engineering problems
Ability to work independently and in a team on a project
What makes ME special?
You have a unique set of skills and experiences. Take the time to think about the skills you have personally developed at Queen’s.
Explaining your strengths with compelling examples will be important for applications to employers and further education. For
help, check out the Career Services skills workshop.
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering Major Map
How to use this map
• Got
questions about careers and classes?
• Feeling a little lost or overwhelmed by choices?
• Wondering what you are “supposed” to be doing?
Use this map to plan for success in five overlapping areas of career and academic life. Each map helps you explore possibilities, set
goals and track accomplishments. To make your own custom map, use the My Major Map tool.
Don’t stress if you haven’t done all of the suggested activities. The map is not a prescription – it’s a tool for finding your own way at
Queen’s.
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Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
McLaughlin Hall, Room 319
130 Stuart Street
613.533.2575
me.queensu.ca
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