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Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE)

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Credits Required: 128
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Industry Highlights

  • The number of bachelor's degrees conferred in the combined fields of engineering and engineering technologies increased by 16% between 1998-99 and 2008-09.
  • According to the National Center for Education Statistics in 2009, 84% of first-time bachelor's degree recipients who graduate the prior school year (07-08) were employed

National Center for Education Statistics

Get a bachelor's degree that's in demand, from close to home

The Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Manufacturing) is a one-of-a-kind, cooperative undergraduate degree program offered by WMU and several regional community colleges. Contrary to popular belief, there is job demand in manufacturing and the B.S.E. program produces the kind of qualified graduates sought by employers.

Why Manufacturing Engineering at Western Michigan University

WMU designed the program with several community colleges and several manufacturers throughout the region. Students take approximately half of the credits at WMU and half at a local community college, while getting valuable exposure to local employers seeking program graduates.

Who should apply

The B.S.E. degree will serve students interested in the manufacturing industries of Southwest Michigan. The program provides students with skills that are demanded by manufacturers in automotive, metal working, plastics, paper, aerospace, furniture, appliances and other industries.

Career opportunities

The B.S.E. program was specifically designed in partnership with regional manufacturers in the Muskegon, Battle Creek, Benton Harbor and Lansing areas. Throughout the program, students have opportunities to interact with various companies throughout the region.

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