Lyon, France

This is sponsored by the Department of Mechanical Engineering in the College of Engineering, Arranged through the Office of Study Abroad (OSA).

École Catholique d'Arts et Métiers (ECAM) is a school of engineering for undergraduate and graduate students with a main focus on mechanical and electrical/electronic & automation engineering. It was founded in Reims, France in 1900 and has been established in Lyon, France since 1940. A member of the National Conference of "Grandes Ecoles" and accredited by the government, it has been sanctioned by the National Commission of Engineering Qualifications. ECAM is located in the very heart of the city, mid-slope of the historical and green Fourviere Hill.

Students will be required to enroll for a minimum of three (3) credits. Students will take a couse in "Lean Management" for engineering majors.  This course is taught by an English professors in English.  The course is an independent study  guided by a Mechanical Engineering professor. Three credits must be taken that will count as non-design electives for ME majors.  Additionally, students will take an "Introduction to French Language Course (1 credit).

This program is open to MSU students majoring in Mechanical Engineering only. All students must be in good academic standing, with a grade point average of at least 3.0 at the time of application. Meeting this minimum grade point average does not, however, guarantee admission. Selection for this program is based on an applicant's academic performance, progress in his/her major, and adaptability to the French education system. Preference will be given to students who have achieved junior standing by fall semester. Some working knowledge of French is also required.

Students will be house on campus in residence halls. A security deposit is required but will be refunded provided no damage/problems occur. Meals can be taken at the university cafeteria Monday through Friday.

More details about this program can be found at
http://studyabroad.msu.edu/programs/francelyonegr.html

Program Contacts:
Dr. Andre Benard, Associate Professor
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Phone: (517) 432-1522
Email: benard@egr.msu.edu
Web: Dr. Benard's Faculty Profile

Maggie Blair-Ramsey
Engineering Study Abroad
1108 Engineering Building
Phone: (517) 432-2012
Email: blairram@egr.msu.edu