Harold B. Lee Library

Brigham Young University and the Department of Mechanical Engineering

Introduction

Brigham Young University is a private university that seeks to develop students of faith, intellect and character who have the skills and the desire to continuing learning and to serve others throughout their lives. Tracing its roots to Utah’s rich pioneer heritage and to Brigham Young Academy, the original school established in 1875, the university continues to provide an outstanding education in an atmosphere consistent with the ideals and principles of its sponsor, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Brigham Young University’s remarkable history can be uncovered through many of the collections held in the University Archives. The following source materials can get you started on your exploration of Brigham Young University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Secondary Sources and General information

Collections held by the University Archives will be more useful to your specific research topic after you understand more about the general history of the university. The following resources are available to help you develop that understanding.

• Histories of Brigham Young University
  • Wilkinson, Ernest L. Brigham Young University: The First One Hundred Years (4 volumes). Provo, UT: Brigham Young University Press, 1975.
  • Wilkinson, Ernest L. and W. Cleon Skousen. Brigham Young University: A School of Destiny.  Provo, UT: Brigham Young University Press, 1976.
  • Butterworth, Edwin Jr. Brigham Young University: 1,000 Views of 100 Years. Provo, UT: Brigham Young University Press, 1975.

Primary Sources

• Sample materials dealing with the Brigham Young University Department of Mechanical Engineering: A sample of the materials that contain information about BYU’s Department of Mechanical Engineering. To map out a research strategy, please schedule an appointment with the University Archivist at 422-5821 or gordon_daines@byu.edu for additional help in discovering what other collections we may have that pertain to your research topic.
  • UA 397 Papers, 1957 Course outline, final examination, and letters concerning grade requirements and student absenteeism.
  • UA 1383 Brigham Young University Dept. of Mechanical Engineering records, 1980-1982 This collection contains files regarding the Engineering CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) Lab, including financial records, correspondence, budgets, annual reports, time card records, and awards. Open to the public after consultation with the University Archivist and in accordance with the General Restriction Statement of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections.
• The following item is restricted.  Please contact the University Archivist for more information regarding access to this collection.
  • UA 5288 Brigham Young University Dept. of Mechanical Engineering records, 2001-2006 This collection contains: news clips of competitions and events that Mechanical Engineering students participated in; details about the ME Capstone program- what it’s about, what students learn in the program, sponsors & projects; 2006 ME Dept Profile; ME Dept Self-Study Report 2002 ABET Visit; ME Dept Strategic Plan 2005-2008; State of the Dept: Presentations made at the annual faculty retreat 2001-2006; and ME Dept Annual Dept Review 2006. Restricted for 25 years after the creation of the records and thereafter open to the public after consultation with the University Archivist and in accordance with the General Restriction Statement of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections.

This Popular Search Topics page offers only samplings of materials included in the University Archives that document the history of the Brigham Young University Department of Mechanical Engineering. Be sure to visit Special Collections to discover other material.