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Mechanical Engineering

Program Overview

For over a century, the Department of Mechanical Engineering has fueled innovation and growth in a wide range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, robotics, energy generation, advanced manufacturing, naval, materials development, nanostructures, fluid interactions, and many more.

A program of mathematical, scientific, and technical knowledge, coupled with opportunities for research, prepares students for professional success in industry, government, and academia.

Our Industry Advisory Board of leaders from companies and government agencies such as ExxonMobil, Hoffmann-LaRoche, NASA, and Lockheed Martin supports our research and career development initiatives.

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Degrees Offered and Curricular Options

The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers the following degree options:

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Career Paths

  • Design
  • Research
  • Manufacturing
  • Automation
  • Automobiles and aircraft
  • Electric power generation plants
  • Medical products
  • Consumer products
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Meet Allison Chen  

"There are so many staff and faculty members who care about the students and who will spend every free moment helping a student until they feel they have succeeded.” 

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