2015-2016 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Department of Chemical, Civil, and Mechanical Engineering
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Pankaj Chandra, Department Head
Faculty: Borden, Chandra, Dermisis, Griffith, Kiritsis, Li, Sullivan, Uppot, Zhang
Department Mission
The Department of Chemical, Civil and Mechanical Engineering provides a professionally focused education in the fields of above three engineering disciplines. Our students are prepared to practice in their chosen field focusing on the industrial and business needs of the region. The needs of traditional and non-traditional students are met through close interaction with faculty, businesses, and the industrial community in a practice-oriented student friendly environment. The department maintains ABET accredited current curriculums that foster interdisciplinary teamwork, scholarly development, projects, internships, professional ethics, and training with regional businesses or industries. Our students are prepared to study for advanced degrees and work in regional businesses or industries.
CCME Programs
The Department of Chemical, Civil and Mechanical Engineering offers BS degrees in Engineering with concentration in Chemical, Civil and Mechanical Engineering.
Requirements are listed here:
CCME Minor
The Department of Chemical, Civil and Mechanical Engineering offers minors in Chemical Engineering.
Minor course requirements are listed here:
Engineering Program
Engineering is the profession concerned with applying scientific knowledge to solve real world problems. The engineer combines principles of mathematics and the natural sciences with experience and judgment to transform natural resources for the benefit of mankind.
BS Engineering Program Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree is accredited by Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET.
The Department of Chemical, Civil, and Mechanical Engineering offers BS degree in Engineering with concentration in Chemical Engineering (BSE-ChE), Civil Engineering (BSE-CE) and Mechanical Engineering (BSE-ME),
Program requirements are listed here:
BS Engineering Program Educational Objectives
- To prepare graduates to practice engineering and to be successful in solving the engineering problems encountered in industry, government, or private practice.
- To provide graduates with the motivation and skills to advance into positions of increased responsibility and to pursue continuing education or graduate studies.
- To produce graduates who are not only ethical and professional as engineers but also are responsible members of their communities and the larger society.
BS Engineering Program Outcomes
At the time of completion of the engineering program at McNeese State University, a student will possess all of the following:
- a: An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
- b: An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
- c: An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
- d: An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
- e: An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
- f: An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
- g (Oral): An ability to communicate effectively through oral presentations
- g (Written): An ability to communicate effectively through written communication
- h: The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global, economic, environmental, and societal context
- i: A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
- j: A knowledge of contemporary issues
- k: An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice
BS Engineering Curriculum
The BS Engineering curriculum consists of a core section and a concentration section. The core courses are required for all engineering concentrations and include study in English, chemistry, physics, mathematics, humanities, and basic engineering sciences. Core courses extend from the freshman year into the senior year. The concentration courses form a coherent unit in chemical, civil, or mechanical engineering and are taken in the junior and senior years.
An evening undergraduate engineering program was created in response to inquiries from the community. The College of Engineering works with students on a case-by-case basis to see that all courses needed for the degree will be offered during evening hours.
Courses leading to the Master of Engineering degree are offered with a concentration in chemical engineering, civil engineering, engineering management, or mechanical engineering.
BS Engineering CO-OP and Intern Programs with Industry
Engineering students must be enrolled full-time and must earn at least 12 hours of courses towards their engineering degree (6 hours in summer terms) the semester before the industry work term begins. Students must be registered in either ENGR 350 or ENGR 450 during the terms they work in industry (including the summer term). Students enrolled in ENGR 350 or ENGR 450 are considered full-time students in the fall and spring semesters to prevent student loans from entering repayment status, for insurance purposes, and for Citizenship and Immigration Services reporting.
Professional Activities
The Department of Chemical, Civil, and Mechanical Engineering encourages students to participate in the activities of the McNeese Engineering Society, the student chapter of the Louisiana Engineering Society. Students are also urged to participate in the student chapters of AIChE, ASCE, ASME, NSBE, and SWE. Juniors and seniors with high academic achievements are invited to join Mu Omega Sigma, the McNeese Engineering Honor Society.
Registration as a professional engineer will assume an increasingly important role in the future of engineering. The seniors are encouraged to take the Fundamentals of Engineering examination (formerly the Engineer-in-Training examination) prior to graduation.
Enrollment in the 300 and 400 Level Courses
Enrollment in the 300 and 400 level courses requires completion of the following courses with a grade of “C” or better. Admission to the program also requires a GPA of 2.5 or better (calculated after completing 30 or more hours that count toward the B.S. Engineering Degree).
CHEM 101 (4 Cr.)
CHEM 102 (4 Cr.) (Required only for Chemical and Mechanical Engineering Concentrations)
ENGL 101 (3 Cr.)
ENGL 102 (3 Cr.)
ENGR 100 (1 Cr.)
ENGR 101 (2 Cr.) (required only for Civil and Mechanical Engineering concentrations)
ENGR 109 (2 Cr.)
MATH 190 (4 Cr.)
Graduation Requirements
All engineering students must meet all graduation requirements listed in the section titled “Graduation Requirements” in the general information section of this catalog. Credit for courses taken at other universities with a grade below “C” cannot be applied toward a B.S. degree in engineering.
Program requirements are listed here:
Master of Engineering Graduate Studies
The Master of Engineering offers specializations in Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Management and Mechanical Engineering.
The Master of Engineering program is a flexible, professionally oriented postgraduate education program. It offers courses leading to advanced degrees for the recent graduate or experienced engineer. The program may be tailored to provide expertise in areas supportive of mid-career advancement or to simply continue an individual’s education in his/her chosen field. Course credits for the degree include topics in project management, topics in the participant’s engineering specialization, and topics in math, science, and other related areas. The selection of courses will be made under the direction and with the approval of an advisor. Courses may be chosen to satisfy the individual student’s needs as long as prerequisites are satisfied.
Additional information is available under William J. Dore’ School of Graduate Studies.
Requirements for ME are listed here:
Admission Requirements
In addition to the general requirements for admission to Graduate School, applications for admission to the Master of Engineering program must meet the following requirements.
Regular - An applicant may be admitted on regular status if:
- He/She has a baccalaureate degree from a nationally accredited institution or an institution under the jurisdiction of the University of Louisiana System, and
- He/She has earned an overall average of at least 3.0 (“B” based on a 0-4.0 quality point scale) on all undergraduate work (including courses repeated and all courses counted toward the student’s baccalaureate degree) as indicated by transcripts.
Even though admitted as a regular graduate student, the applicant may be required to take additional undergraduate courses if he/she lacks any of the prerequisites to his/her program of graduate studies.
Conditional
An applicant who holds a baccalaureate degree from a nationally accredited institution or an institution under the jurisdiction of the University of Louisiana System but does not meet quality point requirements for a regular status may be granted conditional status if he/she has earned at least a 2.5 grade point average out of a possible 4.0 on all undergraduate work. An applicant with less than a 2.5 average must take additional undergraduate courses to meet the requirement.
Removal of Conditional Status
The removal of conditional status and continuance in the Graduate School are determined by the quality point average achieved by the student at the close of the semester or summer session during which he/she completes his/her first 12 semester hours of graduate work at McNeese University. Regular status is granted automatically to the student if, at this time, his/her cumulative quality point average is 3.0 or better and includes no more than one course with a grade of “C”. A student on conditional status who fails to qualify for regular status upon completing 12 semester hours will be suspended.
Graduate Record Examination
Minimum recommended score of 300 (Quantitative + Verbal).
English Language Requirements for International Graduate Students
All international students from non-English speaking countries who do not have a baccalaureate degree from U.S. universities will demonstrate English language proficiency at the time of application by one of the following:
- Minimum TOEFL* score of 75 on the Internet-based exam (www.ets.org/toefl);
- Minimum IELTS* band score of 6.0 (www.ielts.org);
- Completion of the advanced level of the ESLI University Language Center program (located on the McNeese campus)
Undergraduate Preparation for Graduate Engineering Program
Chemical Engineering
When students with an undergraduate degree in the natural or physical sciences wish to pursue a M. Eng. with a concentration in chemical engineering, the following courses are also required (if not already taken): Calculus and Differential Equations (MATH 190, MATH 291, MATH 292, MATH 301); General and Organic Chemistry (CHEM 101, CHEM 102, CHEM 301, CHEM 310); Physics with Calculus (PHYS 211); Thermodynamics (ENGR 207); Statics (ENGR 201); Fluid Mechanics (ENGR 311); and Heat Transfer (ENGR 315).
Civil Engineering
Engineering Management
Mechanical Engineering
Newly admitted students will be assigned an academic adviser. Students will meet with their adviser who will evaluate their undergraduate transcript and advice on the courses to be taken. If deficiencies are found in the transcript, they will be asked to take some undergraduate courses as remedial or prerequisite courses before or along with the graduate courses.
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