Manufacturing Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE)
What is the BS in Engineering?
One of the few manufacturing engineering degrees offered in the nation, the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Manufacturing) is a cooperative program offered by Western Michigan University (WMU), and area community colleges. In an effort to help meet the personnel needs of regional manufacturers, the BSE program was developed in partnership with numerous local industries, enhancing the skills of current employees as well as preparing students for future employment.
What does the program offer?
The BSE (Manufacturing) provides students with skills that are in demand by manufacturers in automotive, furniture, appliances, metal working, plastics, paper, and other industries. The curriculum is manageable, and designed to accomodate the time constraints of the full-time working adult. WMU courses are currently scheduled during late afternoons and evenings, and offer students many opportunities to develop:
- Team Experience
- Oral and written communication skills
- A working knowledge of probability and statistics
- An understanding of how to design for manufacturability
- A working knowledge of CAD, process modeling and simulation
- An understanding of the design process from concept to customer
What can this program do for you?
Engineers who have the ability to take a product or concept and design the manufacturing processes are in great demand as industries compete in the global market. This degree program is one of only a few manufacturing engineering degrees (BSE) offered in Michigan and nationwide, and delivers what you need to get ahead in today's competitive market.
The program will help you develop the competencies needed to be a productive leader in an industrial and/or manufacturing setting. Our experienced faculty will provide you with knowledge of several engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical and industrial engineering, and the skills necessary to design and execute successful manufacturing systems. The manufacturing engineering degree program prepares students for diverse roles in the manufacturing enterprise.