机械工程系博士学位课程的目的是在福音原则的启发下，为博士生提供世界一流的教育。具体来说，该计划的目的是培养那些满足以下条件的毕业生：热切地通过学习和对生活的专业，宗教和个人方面的信仰进行终身学习，了解数学，科学和工程学的基本概念，特别是当他们适用于热学和热学时。机械系统，通过动手设计和分析，运用现代工程工具和实践来实现工程学的基本原理，以高标准的个人和职业道德来解决复杂的，现实世界中的工程问题，在特定的子学科中展现领导能力通过发展新知识和新实践获得机械工程学方面的知识，在专业领域的技术论坛上自信地表达他们
The purpose of the PhD program in the Department of Mechanical Engineering is to provide a world-class education to doctoral students, in an atmosphere enlightened by the principles of the gospel. Specifically, the purpose of this program is to produce graduates who:<br><br>Eagerly pursue lifelong learning through study and faith in professional, religious and personal aspects of life.<br>Understand the fundamental concepts of math, science, and engineering, particularly as they apply to thermal and mechanical systems.<br>Implement the fundamental principles of engineering through hands-on design and analysis, using modern engineering tools and practices, to solve complex, real-world engineering problems with high standards of personal and professional ethics.<br>Demonstrate leadership in a specific sub-discipline of mechanical engineering through the development of new knowledge and practices.<br>Confidently present their intellectual efforts in a technical forum of professionals in their area of expertise.<br>Express faith in God and a desire to serve Him through lifelong service to family, church, profession and community.