Mechanical Engineering
Areas of Specialization
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Materials and Design
Materials, Solid Mechanics, Manufacturing, Engineering Design
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Thermal Sciences and Energy
Energy, Fluid Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Aerodynamics
Thermofluids and Energy -
Mechatronics and Automation
Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, Aerospace, Instrumentation, Dynamics, Controls, Machine Learning
Mechatronics and Automation -
Bioengineering and Health
Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, Healthcare Engineering
Biomedical Engineering -
Innovation and Outreach
Entrepreneurship, Engineering Education, Sustainability
Materials and Manufacturing
Build the future
Mechanical engineering is an ever-evolving engineering discipline essential to our modern world. Mechanical Engineers focus on designing, analyzing, manufacturing, instrumentation, and maintaining mechanical systems. Mechanical systems can range from simple machines like bicycles or wheelbarrows to complex systems like aircraft engines, robots, 3D printers, or the human body. Mechanical engineers apply principles of physics (statics and dynamics), mathematics, thermofluids, and material science to develop and improve mechanical systems and devices.
Mechanical engineers have various career opportunities across multiple industries due to their adaptable skill sets and problem-solving abilities. Examples include design engineer, manufacturing engineering, research and development, project engineering/management, quality control, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), solar energy, nuclear power, and consulting. Mechanical engineering is a field that offers a wide array of opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the world through innovative solutions and technological advancements.