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Hi, I'm a high school senior who is going to Michigan Tech to pursue a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. From anyone who is in the field, what would be some classes you would suggest for the first year? also #Spring25

I haven't chosen any classes yet and would like to know what to pick beforehand.

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Karin’s Answer

Hi Xavier,

Michigan Tech offers a bachelor program in Mechanical Engineering and a bachelor program in Aerospace Engineering. You can also take a minor in Aerospace Engineering. I would recommend that you participate in the Enterprise program to get some real-world experience that will be useful when you are looking for a job.

In engineering programs, most of your courses are set, i.e. a certain sequence is recommended. You find all the information about the MechEng program here:

https://www.mtu.edu/mechanical-aerospace/undergraduate/me/

You find a typical 4-year outline here:

https://www.mtu.edu/mechanical-aerospace/undergraduate/me/four-year-outline-enterprise/

https://www.mtu.edu/mechanical-aerospace/undergraduate/me/four-year-outline/

If you go to the bottom of the page, you'll see gen ed requirements and electives.

You'll find out more at your first-year orientation. Consult with your academic advisor if you have any questions.

I hope this helps! All the best on your journey!

KP

Karin recommends the following next steps:

https://www.mtu.edu/mechanical-aerospace/undergraduate/me/
https://www.mtu.edu/catalog/courses/
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Roberta’s Answer

Hello, Student. You have chosen a very promising but difficult profession to train for. Historically, only one in 3 students who start mechanical engineering complete it in college or university. This number may have changed. To succeed, you will have to take many math classes and study many hours a day, or you will fall behind. I recommend you talk with people already in the field and advisors who work for the school that accepts you, including ones who are in the engineering department. I hope this is helpful.
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Ray’s Answer

Most of the time, the bulk of your classes will be set for you. As a first semester freshman, you will likely need to take a calculus class, as well as chemistry, and maybe physics. During your freshman orientation, the required classes for each semester to keep you on track for on time graduation will be discussed. If you are taking any AP classes this may adjust your schedule someone as you may not have to take some of the lower level math or science classes, or get out of any English requirement.
Assume you are going into an ABET accredited program, I would research those requirements and potentially start to think about what classes you want to take to achieve that requirement.
Engineering programs are hard, and unlike you peers in other majors you won't have as much time for non-major classes but hopefully you will enjoy your time and come out with a great future.
Good luck!

Ray recommends the following next steps:

Attend your college freshman orientation
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