机械工程是大多数工业和现代技术的重要组成部分，包括分析，设计和开发涉及运动的机器和结构。机械工程师受雇于以下领域，例如机械的设计和控制，包括汽车，飞机，太空和船舶，铁路在内的运输工具的开发，产品，消费品，设备和工业设备的计算机辅助设计和制造。 ，利用机械和机电设备的医疗技术，由化石燃料和核燃料产生的能量以及替代能源的利用，存储和分配。
The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program prepares students for the design, development, and manufacturing of machinery and devices at all scales in the area of energy production and transfer, as well as the vast area of system design and control. Students will have a thorough knowledge of engineering principles and methods to drive creativity and innovation through such subjects as computer-aided design and visualization, robotics, bioengineering, environmental engineering, and solar exploration.<br><br>Students will learn how to address critical societal needs through research solutions in energy efficiency and the environment, biomechanics, robotics and other emerging technologies. The program also emphasizes computer applications, professional ethics, and the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.<br><br>The current educational objectives of the undergraduate program in mechanical engineering is embodied in the following statements: <br><br>Graduates will meet the expectations of employers of mechanical engineers. <br>Graduates will be prepared to pursue advanced study if they so desire.<br>Graduates will be prepared to assume/undertake leadership roles in their communities and/or professions.