Mechanical engineering is a branch of engineering that deals with the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of mechanical systems, devices, and components.
The field of mechanical engineering continues to evolve, with advancements in areas like robotics, automation, and renewable energy technologies. Mechanical engineers play a crucial role in driving technological progress and improving the quality of life for people around the world.
All engineering courses are five year programmes, anyone aspiring to enroll in one must have a solid background in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
Career Options in Mechanical Engineering
- Design Engineer: engineers who design and develop mechanical components, systems and products.
- Manufacturing Engineer: engineer who who deals with improving manufacturing processes, optimizing production, and ensuring quality control.
- Project Manager: an engineer who supervises, over see and manage the planning, execution, and delivery of mechanical engineering projects.
- Research and Development (R&D) Engineer: Conducts research to develop new technologies, products, or materials.
- Maintenance/Field Service Engineer: Troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs mechanical equipment and systems.
- Sales/Applications Engineer: an engineer that provides technical support and expertise to customers, often working with product sales.
- Consulting Engineer: Provides specialized expertise and problem-solving services to clients.
- Energy/Sustainability Engineer: Works on developing and implementing energy-efficient technologies and renewable energy systems.
- Automotive Engineer: Designs, tests, and improves components and systems for vehicles.
- Aerospace Engineer: deals with the design, development, and production of aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems.
- Dean Faculty of Engineering
- HOD/Lecturer Department of Mechanical Engineering
The versatility of mechanical engineering allows mechanical engineers to fit in to a variety of industries and take on different roles, industries like robotics, biomedical engineering, Heating, Ventilating and Air conditioning.
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