UNDERGRADUATE
Mechanical Engineering
ABOUT THE
Program
As a branch of knowledge that promotes the socio-economic development of communities, mechanical engineering aims to dignify human work through the design and construction of equipment, systems, and machines that contribute to the reduction of their physical effort while improving their quality of life.
In this sense, the undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering of the Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS) strives for the integral training of professionals who analyze the needs of their environment and propose optimal solutions through the efficient use of the resources at their disposal.
The mechanical engineers graduated from UIS stand out for their commitment to ethics, peace, progress, participation, solidarity, consensus, and the proper management of natural resources.
Bucaramanga, Santander: SNIES 701 | Qualified Registration: Resolution of the Ministry of National Education (MEN) No. 002185 dated February 15, 2021, renews the qualified registration for 7 years as of December 27, 2019.
DEGREE:
Mechanical Engineer
DURATION:
10 Semesters
MODALITY:
In-person
CAMPUS:
Bucaramanga
Barbosa (basic cycle)
Barrancabermeja (basic cycle)
Málaga (basic cycle)
Socorro (basic cycle)
APPLICANT
Profile
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Among the competencies that we want the student of Mechanical Engineering to possess, it is highlighted:
Aptitude for logical-mathematical, spatial, linguistic and synthesis analysis.
Ability to observe and analyze natural phenomena.
Creative and innovative aptitudes.
Organizational skills that allow them to exercise leadership to carry out the assigned activities.
Ability to evaluate situations and management in decision-making.
GRADUATE
Profile
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The Mechanical Engineer from UIS is capable of:
Designing, managing and evaluate equipment and installations of mechanical operation in general and manufacturing, production processes, in which the following intervene: mechanical, fluid and thermal systems.
Researching and acquiring new knowledge related to the different fields of Mechanical Engineering.
Leading and managing public and private sector organizations and manages projects for the application of industrial technologies.
Assuming an ethical commitment with the social environment and the environment, as well as respect for others and for the necessary legislation in the exercise of the engineering profession.
OUR
Accreditations
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- High-Quality accreditation: Ministry of National Education (MEN) Resolution no. 2557 dated February 23, 2017 with a validity of six years.
- International Accreditation: Internationally accredited by the non-profit non-governmental organization ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology).
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CONTINOUS
Improvement
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The Mechanical Engineering program has implemented a process of continuous improvement that will allow future professionals to have a solid educational foundation with the capacity to manage innovative processes, emerging technologies, and anticipate the welfare and safety needs of the community. With this, students, employers, and society in general will be confident that the program meets quality standards and prepares graduates to enter a global workforce.
Program Educational Objectives
In concordance with the university mission, the Educational Objectives of the Mechanical Engineering Program at the Universidad Industrial de Santander are focused on educate professionals with an ethical sense, successful, and sensitive towards the social environment. After a few years of graduation, the Mechanical Engineering program expects its graduates to be involved in:
Applying knowledge, skills and critical thinking in the development and solving of real-life problems in the exercise of engineering, in a multidisciplinary environment.
Continuing your professional training through self-learning, certifications and/or postgraduate studies.
Applying their leadership skills and participating in activities that lead to improve the life quality of the community.
Student Outcomes
The program of Mechanical Engineering aims to develop the following Engineering competencies in its students an ability to
Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
Effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Historical Enrollment and Graduation Statistics
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | ||||
Academic Term | II | I | II | I | II | I | II | I | II |
Admitted | 190 | 142 | 150 | 143 | 130 | 137 | 137 | 95 | 154 |
Enrolled | 1464 | 1414 | 1466 | 1388 | 1369 | 1385 | 1383 | 1187 | 1412 |
Graduates (Term) | 86 | 61 | 101 | 73 | 115 | 74 | 75 | 51 | 115 |
ACADEMIC
Curriculum
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Code: 20252 Credits: 4 – Calculus I
Code: 22949 Credits: 4 – Basic Chemistry
Code: 22979 Credits: 4 – Linear Algebra I
Code: 23015 Credits: 4 – Descriptive Geometry
Code: 23423 Credits: 1 – Physical Culture and Sport
Code: 23427 Credits: 3 – Language Workshop
Code: 24948 Credits: 0 – University Life and Culture
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Code: 20253 Credits: 4 – Calculus II
Code: 22950 Credits: 4 – Physics I
Code: 22952 Credits: 2 – Biology for Engineers
Code: 23016 Credits: 4 – Computational Structures
Code: 23017 Credits: 3 – Machine Drawing
Code: 23424 Credits: 4 – English I
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Code: 20254 Credits: 4 – Calculus III
Code: 22953 Credits: 4 – Physics II
Code: 23018 Credits: 4 – Static
Code: 23019 Credits: 3 – Graphic Design
Code: 23020 Credits: 3 – Materials I
Code: 23425 Credits: 4 – English II
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Code: 20255 Credits: 4 – Differential Equations
Code: 22109 Credits: 3 – Citizen Ethics
Code: 22956 Credits: 4 – Physics III
Code: 23021 Credits: 3 – Dynamics
Code: 23022 Credits: 4 – Material Resistance
Code: 23023 Credits: 3 – Materials II
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Code: 21802 Credits: 4 – Thermodynamics I
Code: 23024 Credits: 4 – Fluid Mechanics
Code: 23025 Credits: 4 – Machine Mechanics
Code: 23026 Credits: 4 – Basic Design
Code: 23027 Credits: 1 – Materials Laboratory
Code: 23028 Credits: 3 – Manufacturing Processes
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Code: 23029 Credits: 4 – Heat Transfer
Code: 23030 Credits: 4 – Electricity and Basic Electronics
Code: 23031 Credits: 5 – Machine Design I
Code: 23032 Credits: 3 – Manufacturing Engineering
Code: 23033 Credits: 1 – Manufacturing Workshop
Code: 23059 Credits: 3 – Thermodynamics II
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Code: 22976 Credits: 3 – Economic Engineering
Code: 23034 Credits: 4 – Thermal Systems I
Code: 23035 Credits: 4 – Systems for the Use and Transport of Fluids
Code: 23036 Credits: 4 – Mechatronic Systems I
Code: 23037 Credits: 5 – Machine Design II
Code: 23038 Credits: 1 – Laboratory Systems for Transport and Use of Fluids
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Code: 22964 Credits: 3 – Business Management I
Code: 23039 Credits: 4 – Fluid Power
Code: 23040 Credits: 3 – Control Engineering
Code: 23041 Credits: 4 – Maintenance Engineering
Code: 23054 Credits: 3 – Research Methodology
Code: 00002 Credits: 3 – Contextual Course I
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Code: 22975 Credits: 3 – Undergraduate Thesis I
Code: Credits: 3 – Elective I
Code: Credits: 3 – Elective II
Code: Credits: 3 – Contextual Course II
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Code: 22977 Credits: 3 – Undergraduate Thesis II
Code: Credits: 3 – Elective III
Code: Credits: 3 – Elective IV
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Code: 21799 Credits: 3 – Tooling Design
Code: 21806 Credits: 4 – Alternative Thermal Engines (Internal Combustion Engines)
Code: 21809 Credits: 5 – Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Code: 21811 Credits: 3 – Computerized Numerical Control
Code: 21813 Credits: 3 – Finite Element Method
Code: 21815 Credits: 4 – Mechanical Vibrations
Code: 21823 Credits: 3 – Dynamic Systems
Code: 23529 Credits: 3 – Business Management II
Code: 23537 Credits: 3 – Flexible Manufacturing Systems
Code: 25533 Credits: 3 – Fluid Power Servo Systems
Code: 25537 Credits: 4 – Mechatronics Systems II
Code: 26582 Credits: 3 – Lifting and Conveying Machines
Code: 26734 Credits: 3 – High Performance and Scientific Computing
Code: 21808 Credits: 3 – Industrial Combustion
Code: 21812 Credits: 3 – Programmable Logic Controllers
Code: 21814 Credits: 3 – Gas Technology
Code: 21817 Credits: 3 – Automatic Control
Code: 21822 Credits: 3 – Industrial Automation
Code: 21810 Credits: 3 – Thermal Plants
Code: 25532 Credits: 3 – Concurrent Design
Code: 25534 Credits: 4 – Thermal Systems II
Code: 25535 Credits: 3 – Reliability Centered Maintenance
Code: 25536 Credits: 3 – Total Productive Maintenance
Code: 25538 Credits: 3 – Special Topics
Code: 23529 Credits: 3 – Business Management II
Code: 27984 Credits: 3 – Biomechanics
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OUR
Faculty
Carlos
BORRÁS PINILLA
Doctor in Mechanical Engineering
Our
reach
Students
*Second semester
2023 data
Alumni
*Data taken until
september 2023
RESERCH Groups and
Student Research Groups
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Contact Us
School of Mechanical Engineering
Telephone: +57 (607) 634 4000
Extension: 2483 – 2475
Email: escime@uis.edu.co
Campus Central UIS
Bucaramanga, Santander
Carrera 27 calle 9
Edificio Ingeniería Mecánica
Office Hours:
Monday to Friday
7:00 a.m. – noon
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.