Undergraduate Program -- Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical engineering involves the design, analysis, testing, and manufacture of mechanical and thermal systems. Mechanical engineers are employed in nearly every industry, from basic research through mass production of energy systems, computer software/hardware, robotics, and automobiles. Due to high demand for mechanical engineers and the excellent undergraduate program at UTK, the mechanical engineering degree is one of the largest degree programs.
Mechanical engineering is a versatile and broadly based engineering discipline that also provides pathways into many exciting fields of specialization. Its foundation is in the basic sciences, but mechanical engineers must further understand such subject areas as mechanical design, solid and fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, vibrations, manufacturing processes, instrumentation and automatic control. Design projects throughout the curriculum develop student skills in handling practical real-world problems. Because of the broad engineering foundation and design training in this program, graduates are found in nearly every industry and at different levels of research, design, and management.
Educational Objectives
The educational objectives of the mechanical engineering program are
- To prepare students for professionl careers by developing their skills in problem formulation, problem solving, analysis, computation, synthesis, teamwork and effective communication.
- To teach students the underlying principles of mechanical and thermal systems, and the application of these principles in the design process.
- To instill in students an appreciation for the importance of lifelong learning, individual professionalism and ethical practice.
- To prepare capable students for graduate study at major universities.
Mechanical Engineering Curriculum
- The Mechanical Curriculum can be accessed here.