Mechanical Engineering (MEng)

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Degree

Master of Engineering (MEng)

Department

Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering

Faculty

Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science

Program type

Course-based

Primary campus

Sir George Williams (SGW)

Duration

2 years

Credits

45 credits

Start term

Fall, Winter

Experiential learning

Co-op

Program overview

The MEng in Mechanical Engineering is a course-based program for practicing engineers who want to further develop their skills and enhance their ability to solve complex technological problems. The program provides access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research centres for industrial control, computer-aided vehicle engineering, composites and computational fluid dynamics. Join a diverse body of students from all over the world in an internationally-renowned department that will support you in your research and provide graduate training at the forefront of your field. Students interested in pursuing a doctorate should apply to the MASc program instead.

Program structure

Degree Requirements

The requirements described here are in addition to the general degree requirements for the Master/Magisteriate in Engineering (MEng) .

Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 45 credits.

Please see the Engineering Courses page for course descriptions and prerequisites.

Mechanical Engineering MEng (45 credits)

credits minimum chosen from courses listed in one of the following specialization areas:

Industrial Control Systems‌

Materials and Composites‌

Mechanical Systems‌

Thermofluids Engineering‌

credits minimum chosen from the following Topic Areas:

E01 - Mathematical Methods‌

E03 - Systems and Control‌

E04 - Fluid Mechanics‌

E05 - Dynamics and Vibrations of Mechanical and Biomechanical Systems‌

E06 - Structural Mechanics‌

E10 - Robotics‌

E11 - Aeronautics and Astronautics‌

E12 - Industrial Engineering‌

E51 - Industrial Control and Automation‌

E52 - Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer ‌

E53 - Machine Design and Production‌

E54 - Materials Engineering and Processing‌

E56 - Ground Vehicle Dynamics ‌

E57 - Composite Materials‌

E58 - Chemical Process Engineering‌

MECH courses in E02 - Developments In Engineering‌

E63 - Project, Report And Industrial Training‌ ( ENCS 6921‌ or any of ENGR 6971, ENGR 6981 ‌and ENGR 6991‌).

Students must obtain approval from the Aerospace Program Director for all the courses listed in topic area E11 - Aeronautics and Astronautics‌.

credits maximum of remaining credits chosen from:

• ENGR 7011 Graduate Seminar in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (1.00)

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or courses chosen from other Topic Areas in the Engineering Courses‌ section. (The student must obtain written approval from the Department that offers the course).

Industrial Control Systems

• MECH 6021 Design of Industrial Control Systems (4.00)

• MECH 6061 Analysis and Design of Hydraulic Control Systems (4.00)

• MECH 6621 Microprocessors and Applications (4.00)

• MECH 6631 Industrial Automation (4.00)

• ENGR 6071 Switched and Hybrid Control Systems (4.00)

• ENGR 6301 Advanced Dynamics (4.00)

• ENGR 6411 Robotic Manipulators I: Mechanics (4.00)

Materials and Composites

• MECH 6441 Stress Analysis in Mechanical Design (4.00)

• MECH 6501 Advanced Materials (4.00)

• MECH 6511 Mechanical Forming of Metals (4.00)

• MECH 6521 Manufacturing of Composites (4.00)

• MECH 6541 Joining Processes and Nondestructive Testing (4.00)

• MECH 6561 High Strength Materials (4.00)

• MECH 6581 Mechanical Behaviour of Polymer Composite Materials (4.00)

Mechanical Systems

• MECH 6431 Introduction to Tribology (Wear, Friction and Lubrication) (4.00)

• MECH 6481 Aeroelasticity (4.00)

• MECH 6751 Vehicle Dynamics (4.00)

• MECH 6761 Vehicular Internal Combustion Engines (4.00)

• MECH 7711 Handling and Stability of Road Vehicles (4.00)

• ENGR 6301 Advanced Dynamics (4.00)

• ENGR 6311 Vibrations in Machines and Structures (4.00)

Thermofluids Engineering

• MECH 6111 Gas Dynamics (4.00)

• MECH 6121 Aerodynamics (4.00)

• MECH 6131 Conduction and Radiation Heat Transfer (4.00)

• MECH 6171 Turbomachinery and Propulsion (4.00)

• MECH 6181 Heating, Air Conditioning and Ventilation (4.00)

• ENGR 6201 Fluid Mechanics (4.00)

• ENGR 6261 The Finite Element Method in Computational Fluid Dynamics (4.00)

Consult the Graduate Calendar for the complete list of courses

Admission requirements

Admission Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent with high standing.

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.

See additional language requirements in the Graduate Calendar

Application process

Review these four steps before applying

Application deadlines

All applicants: Canadian / International / Permanent Resident

FALL

February 1 (all applicants)

WINTER

July 1 (all applicants)

SUMMER

n/a

Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available.

International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec, we strongly encourage international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.

Tuition & funding

Tuition and fees

Tuition and fees of the program may depend on your student status, among other key factors. Estimate these costs based on the most common situations.

Use the tuition & fee estimator

Awards and funding

Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. Course-based students may be eligible for a number of donor awards, and may consult with their department for program-specific opportunities.

Consult awards and funding opportunities

Other programs of interest

Strengthen your skill set through engaging research in industrial control, computer-aided vehicle engineering, composites and computational fluid dynamics.

Department

Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering

Faculty

Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science

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Mechanical Engineering (MEng)

Program overview