Introduction
Mechanical engineering may be the most diverse of the engineering fields, embracing many subfields and affecting all aspects of our lives. Today one of the challenges of mechanical engineers is to invent efficient, low-cost machines that use the fewest possible natural resources to improve the lives of people throughout the world. Moreover, the mechanical engineer should strive both to serve the needs of society without unduly damaging the environment, and to produce devices and systems that use energy and material resources efficiently.
The mechanical engineering program stresses the role of engineers in planning, creating machines, devices and systems, and skillful management of projects. Emphasis is placed on the generation, conversion, transmission and utilization of mechanical and thermal energy including the design, manufacturing, and operation of the related mechanical devices. The theme of education sharpens the student skills in communication, teamwork, and usage of computers and information technology. Specific humanity concerns are also highlighted. Non-Engineering electives are also available in the field of Economics, Business, Accounting and History.
The department’s vision is to be a pioneer in the fields of mechanical engineering and to provide highly qualified graduates who are able to support society and produce research at an international level.
The department is committed to providing high-quality education covering a wide range of mechanical engineering fields to prepare a graduate capable of effectively applying engineering knowledge in evaluating, designing, operating and maintaining mechanical systems. It also aims to produce applied research that contributes to solving community problems.
- Graduating students with the technical skills and knowledge necessary to design, install, operate, maintain and inspect mechanical systems and energy systems in various governmental, public and industrial sectors.
- Providing students with the skills needed to utilize mathematical, modern experimental, data analysis, and computational techniques; and information technology in problem solving.
- Developing skills relevant to the engineering design process, including students’ abilities to formulate problems, think creatively, and gather information, as practiced regionally and globally.
- Developing oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in teams.
- Integrating academic learning with practical experience, in order to enhance professional development, career planning, ability to adapt to different work environments and to engage in lifelong self-learning.
- Providing students with an understanding of ethics, professional responsibilities, and the role of the engineer in society, taking into account the economic, environmental and cultural impact.
