Mechanical Engineering is one of the broadest engineering disciplines and is central in many new technological developments. Mechanical engineers create things that help improve the health, happiness and safety of our everyday lives such as biomedical devices, aircraft propulsion, and ways to store renewable energies. Mechanical engineering is divided into two broad areas: mechanical systems and thermal systems. Mechanical systems include the design of mechanisms and the analysis of the strength and wear of materials. Thermal systems include methods of energy conversions, heat transfer and fluid flow.

Three to five years after graduation, Mechanical Engineering graduates will be: Working in industry and government including computer-aided design, simulation and analysis of products or systems, experimentation and testing, manufacturing, and technical sales. Assuming increasing levels of responsibility in project, personnel, and budget management. Working and leading effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams. Communicating effectively and recognizing the global, social and ethical contexts of their work. Entering into graduate and professional studies.