4 Description of Program

The Bachelor of Engineering Degree at Memorial University of Newfoundland is a Co-operative Program in which regular full-time academic study is supplemented by four month periods of full-time work in positions related to the student’s future career. The Bachelor of Engineering degree program is available in the following seven majors: Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering, and Process Engineering.

Engineering One, the first-year of the engineering program, comprises courses in mathematics and basic science (physics and chemistry), as well as courses covering engineering fundamentals which are common to each of the majors. The engineering courses in Engineering One introduce students to engineering problem-solving, analysis, design, communication, and teamwork. Students will develop an understanding of the different engineering specialties, as well as the interdisciplinary nature of engineering practice.

The specialized major programs of Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering, and Process Engineering are offered in academic terms 3 through 8.

Electives can be tailored to meet the needs of those who plan to go straight into industry and those who wish to join the increasing number of our graduates who are pursuing advanced degrees.

Courses of the Faculty are designated by the following abbreviations: CIV are courses offered by the Department of Civil Engineering; ECE are courses offered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering; ENGI are non-departmental courses offered by the Faculty; ME are courses offered by the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering; ONAE are courses offered by the Department of Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering; and PROC are courses offered by the Department of Process Engineering.