THE vitality of our nation depends upon innovation in the design of new machines, devices to satisfy society's needs, engines to produce power efficiently, equipment to condition the environment of our buildings, and the systems to use and control these engineered products. Mechanical engineers are involved in solving problems by origination design concepts, developing products and processes of manufacture, and designing hardware and the systems needed to satisfy society's demands.
Mechanical engineers work in virtually all industries.
The study of mechanical engineering requires a basic understanding of mathematics, chemistry, physics, and the engineering sciences. The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers the B.E., M.Eng., M.S. and PhD. degrees in mechanical engineering. The curriculum in mechanical engineering leading to a Bachelor of Engineering degree provides a broad-based engineering education with opportunities for the student to elect courses in areas of study related to any industry and, with careful planning of the elective courses, to achieve some specialization. The Mechanical Engineering program prepares an individual to become a practicing engineer who can participate fully in the engineering activities of design, building, operation, production, maintenance, safety, marketing, sales, research, and administration. Contact Us Our department and main facilities are located in Olin Hall .