Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Robotics Engineering
Embark on a career path of discovery, innovation and technological transformation with a robotics engineering degree from Bowling Green State University.
Robotics engineers pioneer lasting solutions for modern challenges. They make life easier, safer, eco-friendlier and faster. Those with robotics engineer jobs design, repair, maintain and replace the robots we use daily.
BGSU robotics engineering majors are detail-oriented, disciplined and dare to think outside the box.
They’re also in the right place. Northwest Ohio has the highest concentration of industrial robots in the U.S. Industry consultants estimate a national robotics skills gap of 2.4 million workers over the next decade. BGSU is in the epicenter of the manufacturing heartland and within a day’s reach of 60% of U.S. and Canadian supply chains.
A Bachelor of Science in robotics engineering (ROBO) from BGSU can perfectly position you to gain the practical skill and personal connections you need to launch an exciting and lucrative career. Choose from industries like aerospace, medicine, agriculture, manufacturing, defense, education, entertainment and more.
Why study robotics engineering at BGSU in Ohio?
- Make a tangible difference. Translate theoretical engineering ideas into better products and processes used in everyday life.
- ABET-accredited program. Successful completion of an accredited program is a prerequisite to apply for the Ohio professional engineering license. Some international companies also require it.
- Small class sizes. Our low ratio of students to instructors maximizes the 1:1 time you need to be successful.
- Learn from the best. BGSU engineering faculty are actively involved in advanced research alongside highly-respected industry partners.
- Co-op connections. Gain unparalleled real-world experience through our required cooperative education (co-op) program. BGSU has one of only a dozen accredited co-op programs in the U.S., offering 3,000+ employer connections.
- Invaluable networking opportunities. BGSU offers many ways to make professional connections through organizations such as the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the American Society for Quality (ASQ) and The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
U.S. Department of Education data shows 100% of engineering degree graduates recoup their education costs within 5 years.
Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mechanical and manufacturing engineering labs for next-level learning
Theoretical knowledge only gets you so far in engineering. BGSU has more than a dozen state-of-the-art laboratories. Each is designed to maximize opportunities for intensive, hands-on training, collaboration and research.
About 80% of our engineering courses include lab experiences. Lab work allows you to dive right into things like prototyping, manufacturing, metrology, robotics and material testing.
Laboratories in regular use by MME majors include:
- Metals and machining, GD&T
- Advanced manufacturing
- Thermodynamics/Heat
- CAD, CAM, simulation
- AI and VR lab
All this is in addition to 22,000 square feet of support spaces – a Hazmat room, innovation center, conference rooms, maker space, tech store, project rooms and more.
BGSU is committed to continuous investment in cutting-edge equipment, ensuring engineering students are ready for real-world roles the day they graduate.
Career - what can you do with a robotics engineering degree?
A mechanical and manufacturing engineering degree from BGSU combines knowledge and experience that aligns directly with job market demand.
Mechanical and manufacturing engineering graduates aren’t machine operators or assembly-line workers. They’re highly-skilled engineers who pair teamwork and technical skills to solve complex problems.
Jobs for MME majors run the gamut.
- Team up to prototype, test and refine new product designs as a product development engineer or process engineer.
- Serve as a link between engineering and production teams as a manufacturing engineer.
- Combine your tech and communication skills to negotiate high-end deals as a sales engineer.
BGSU MME graduates can expect high demand and competitive pay for their skills no matter which field they enter.
Career paths
- Mechanical engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Product designer
- Biomedical engineer
- Design engineer
- Process engineer
- Quality engineer
- Plant manager
Quick Facts from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$64,000+ Average starting salary for entry-level engineers in the U.S.
Engineering degrees account for 9/10 top spots or college bachelor’s programs with the highest wages.
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Curriculum
The mechanical and manufacturing engineering curriculum at BGSU is intensive and comprehensive. It combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience in the areas of design, manufacturing and implementation.
The program consists of 122 credit hours:
- 24 credit hours of general engineering
- 39 credit hours in mechanical and manufacturing core courses
- 6 hours of technical electives
- 6 credit hours of business courses
You also must complete two semester-long, paid co-ops and a senior capstone project.
Sample courses
- Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Processes
- Manufacturing Design and Operations
- Engineering Materials
- Advanced Modeling and Simulation
Sample courses
- Statics and Dynamics
- Heat Transfer
- Fluid Mechanics
- Thermodynamics
- Numerical Methods
The Robotics Engineering program is part of the School of Engineering in the BGSU College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering.
Accreditation
The Robotics Engineering bachelor’s degree program at Bowling Green State University is ABET-compliant. Accreditation is officially granted once the first group of ROBO majors graduate. Accreditation is retroactive, so all BGSU ROBO graduates can claim completion of an ABET-accredited program.
Updated: 04/18/2024 11:54AM