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Update on Facilities Emergency as of Friday, Oct. 23

Following Tuesday morning's electrical incident originating in the mechanical room of Building 42, power disruptions impacted Buildings 32, 38, 39, 42, 43 and 47.

Power has since been restored to Buildings 38, 39, 43 and 47. Buildings 56 and 71 were not impacted by this incident. Additionally, Buildings 44, 46 east and 46 west were unaffected and remained fully operational throughout the event.

The university's electrical contractor continues to assess the damage and determine options for restoring and redistributing power to Buildings 32 and 42. As a result, Buildings 32 and 42 will remain closed through Monday, Nov. 2, while assessments are completed and necessary repairs or equipment replacements are identified and implemented.

Academic Operations

  • The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) will remain under Emergency Remote Instruction (ERI) while Buildings 32 and 42 are unavailable.
  • Classes for all non-SEAS students will resume normal operations.
  • Classes at the UDC David A. Clarke School of Law, Community College, Congress Heights campus and DCA Aviation Hangar will continue as scheduled.

Administrative Operations

  • Administrative and support functions at the Van Ness campus will resume normal business operations and maintain regular business hours.

Guidance for SEAS Faculty and Staff

  • SEAS staff should contact their immediate supervisors regarding remote work expectations.
  • SEAS faculty should consult their supervisors for ERI-related guidance.
  • The Center for the Advancement of Learning (CAL) remains available to support instructional continuity, including Blackboard, Zoom and other teaching and learning technologies.

CAL Faculty Support Resources

Guidance for SEAS Students

  • Due to this facilities emergency, SEAS in-person operations will remain suspended through Monday, Nov. 2. Instruction will continue remotely through both synchronous and asynchronous formats.
  • Courses requiring laboratory, clinical, studio or other hands-on instruction may require makeup sessions. However, every effort will be made to maintain academic continuity through virtual learning whenever possible. Faculty conducting synchronous instruction should continue to meet during published class times to minimize disruptions to student schedules.

The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff and community remain our highest priority. We will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available.

Please continue to monitor the university website and official social media channels for the latest information.

For safety concerns, contact OPSEM at 202-274-5050. For emergencies, call 911.

Thank you for your flexibility, cooperation and continued commitment to UDC and our students.

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Department of Mechanical Engineering

Department of Mechanical Engineering


ME Faculty(front row l-r) Dr. Shetty (Dean), Dr. Thompson, Dr. Tyagi, Dr. Klein (department chair), Dr. Zhao, (back row l-r) Dr. Chen, Dr. Xu, Dr. Peebles, Dr. Nitsche, Dr. Denis.

Mechanical Engineering (ME) is used to advance the following: aerospace and automobile industries, renewable energy, nanotechnology, applied thermofluids, the development of biomedical devices and others. The Mechanical Engineering program prepares students for a variety of career opportunities through a unique combination of hands-on experience, state-of-the-art technologies, and innovative teaching methods. The Biomedical Engineering program prepares students to utilize engineering to solve problems involving human health and well-being.

A number of new faculty have joined the department to strengthen its core curriculum and foster new initiatives. The faculty are actively engaged in the innovative research in the areas of: Nanotechnology, Renewable energy, Heat Transfer, and Biomedical Engineering.  Our faculty also have strong collaborations with neighboring federal laboratories, industry, and other universities.

Mission

The UDC Department of Mechanical Engineering serves the technological needs of society, especially with regard to the constructed environment in the District of Columbia and the Washington Metropolitan Region. We produce a diverse population of engineers, each possessing a superior technical foundation and a well-rounded liberal education. We strive to create new opportunities for the communities and public and private industries of the District of Columbia and beyond. We create an academic environment within and outside of the classroom that supports individual and group success through constant improvement. Our faculty focuses on learning, research and service — our core competencies. Our students are active learners, motivated to serve society. Our departmental administrators and staff are stewards of our self-governance, our roles within the university, and our support processes. Through individual dedication, we contribute to our group's success. We value critical thinking, innovation, individual responsibility, teamwork, and leadership.

The primary objective of the Mechanical Engineering Department is to provide students with a coherent program of instruction to prepare them to pursue a productive and meaningful career characterized by continued professional growth. The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs. The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Bioengineering and Biomedical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs. With this seal of approval, students are guaranteed to enjoy a modern learning experience that is driven by specific learning outcomes and focused on professional skills and competencies.

Programs of Study

The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers the following programs:

 

Contact the Chair

Dr. Kate Klein, Chair
Building 42, Room 213-R
202-274-7131
[email protected]

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