Students are encouraged to work in engineering related areas for exposure to industrial practice. Internships are strongly recommended. Senior students must participate in a full academic year design experience working in a team similar to development teams in industry and government. Industrial sponsored projects are offered when available. Students are informed about possibilities of graduate study.
Faculty provide assistance to students who wish to pursue graduate study.
Students are encouraged to become active in the ASME student section and other professional societies and to attend and participate in student conferences and design competitions. Ethical, safe and professional conduct is emphasized. Elements of engineering design are introduced early in the program in courses such as Introduction to Engineering. The mechanical engineering program at Minnesota State University, Mankato strives to produce sound engineering professionals with a well balanced analytical and experimental background. Technical elective courses enable students to choose an area of interest for more in-depth study.