Apr 20, 2024  
University Catalog 2023-2024 
    
University Catalog 2023-2024

Department of Mechanical Engineering


Information about the Department of Mechanical Engineering

Department Office

Office: Engineering and Technology A205
Phone: (323) 343-4490
Email: me.ecst@calstatela.edu
Department Website: Department of Mechanical Engineering

Chair

Name: David Raymond
Email: draymon@calstatela.edu
Phone: (323) 343-4494

The Faculty

Professors: Mathias Brieu, Arturo Pacheco-Vega,David E. Raymond (Interim Chair), Adel A. Sharif, Mohsen Eshraghi, Trinh Pham
Associate Professors: Travis Shihao Hu,  Jim Kuo, John “Chris” Bachman, Jeffrey Santner
Assistant Professors: Mario Medina, Maritza Sanchez
Emeriti: Emilly Allen, Neda S. Fabris, Stephen F. Felszeghy, Philip I Gold, Darrell W. Guillaume, Samuel E. Landsberger, Lih-Min Hsia,  Michael J. Maurer, Majdedin Mirmirani, Richard D. Roberto


Overview

Mechanical engineering, one of the most general branches of engineering, requires broad knowledge in many fields: mechanics, thermal science, design, machinery, instrumentation, and more. The breadth and flexibility of a mechanical engineer’s education provides a wide choice of careers in such fields as energy and sustainability, aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, robotics, and biomechanical engineering.

Mission Statement

To provide our students with innovative learning experiences and service opportunities and to graduate well educated professionals who are prepared to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

Programs

    Degree - UndergraduateDegree - BlendedDegree - Graduate

    Courses

      Mechanical Engineering (Graduate)Mechanical Engineering (Undergraduate)