Mechanical Engineering Major
The study of how physics can improve the quality of life
What is a mechanical engineering major? Mechanical engineering is the discipline of using energy, force, and motion to enhance quality of life. Mechanical engineering involves many diverse activities such as designing machines and mechanical devices, power generation and energy conversion, heat and fluid flow, manufacturing processes and systems, and processing of materials. Mechanical engineering impacts all areas of modern life, such as transportation, construction, electronic devices, biomedical prostheses, computer chip technology, nuclear power, aerospace technology, and the list goes on. In addition, the machines and instruments needed for these and many more industries are designed by mechanical engineers.
What kinds of classes are engineering majors required to take? As a mechanical engineering major, you will take classes in the following:
- Math
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Solid Mechanics
- Fluid Mechanicals
- Thermodynamics
- Heat Transfer
- Materials Science
- Control Systems Design
- Manufacturing Processes
Classes typically follow a strict lecture-homework-exam format, with an emphasis on solving textbook problems. The core science classes will also involve hands-on labs, and many classes will also involve projects. Engineers (not just mechanical) generally work in teams which might comprise other engineers in your discipline or in other disciplines, technicians and other support staff, scientists, project managers, salespeople, market analysts, etc. Thus, more and more ME departments are emphasizing soft skills that are not directly related to engineering but which are critical for success in an engineering career. You will thus be required to take classes in writing and humanities, and it is also likely that many classes will emphasize team projects.
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