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Bachelors of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, Mechanical Engineering

Location(s): Face-to-face


Go to: Interdisciplinary Studies  


The Bachelors of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Mechanical Engineering is designed exclusively for student athletes who intend to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering through the Adams State partnership program with Colorado State University Fort Collins. 

Students will be advised into either the 4-year or 5-year plan depending on Math placement and athletic eligibility. The coursework in this program is identical to that of the BS in Engineering, although courses are completed in a different sequence allowing student athletes to remain eligible to compete for Adams State throughout their time in the program.

Student athletes interested in transferring to Colorado State to complete the BS in Mechanical Engineering degree should complete the courses listed on the semester by semester plan provided by their advisor. Students are are encouraged to work very closely with their advisor. 

As Part of the Graduation Requirements for Undergraduates , Complete:

Engineering Degree Requirements


First Year Seminar


General Education Requirements for the Engineering Degree


Area I - Communications (6 credits)


Area III - Mathematics


Area IV - Social and Behavioral Sciences and History


Additional Mathematics Courses


Colorado State University Engineering Courses (21 credits)


Find out more about these courses by using Colorado State’s Online Catalog

  • MECH 307 Mechatronics and Measurement
  • MECH 324 Dynamics of Machines
  • MECH 337 Thermodynamics
  • MECH 342 Fluid Mechanics for Mechanical Engineers
  • MECH 344 Heat and Mass Transfer
  • MECH 325 Machine Design

Required Courses for the 4 Year Plan


  • 1 elective course in Mathematics
  • 21 general elective credits
  • ​21 upper division elective credits

Required Courses for the 5 Year Plan