|
Mechanical Engineering (ME CA) The goal of the Mechanical Engineering program is to provide students with the necessary training and education for them to become technical leaders for various industrial, commercial, consulting, and governmental organizations. Mechanical engineers apply the principles of force, motion, energy, and thermal fluids to design tools and processes needed for the human, material, and economic benefit of society. As such, the program is firmly based on the understanding and application of scientific and engineering principles. Technical communication in oral and written form is also emphasized. Graduate are expected to demonstrate understanding of their social, cultural, and ethical responsibilities to a global society. Graduates learn and then demonstrate proper use of engineering materials and methods that are safe, environmentally considerate, aesthetically pleasing, and fiscally responsible. Potential work-related duties include development and construction of machines and mechanisms; development, instrumentation, and control of manufacturing processes and procedures; design of mechanical systems for heating and cooling; development of energy management procedures; and renewable energy alternatives. The strengths of the program include study of engineering and scientific principles and laboratory experiences, and use of state-of-the-art computer and equipment. Graduates of this program are prepared to seek graduate degrees including the M.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering Technology (M E T) The goal of the mechanical Engineering Technology program is to provide students with the necessary training and education so they can provide high-level technical support to a variety of industrial, commercial, consulting, and governmental organizations. The emphasis of the program is in the application of scientific and engineering principles. Technical communication in oral and written form is also emphasized. Graduates are expected to appreciate the ethical and societal responsibilities of a technologist, the concepts of Continuous Quality Improvement, and the continuing impact of globalization of design, manufacturing, and marketing of technical goods and services. Graduates are trained to deal with choice of materials and methods that are safe, environmentally and aesthetically acceptable, and economically competitive. Typical responsibilities that may be assigned to graduates are the development and evaluation of machines and mechanisms; development, organization, and supervision of manufacturing processes and procedures; the instrumentation, control, and testing of a process; quality control; technical marketing and sales; design of mechanical systems for heating and cooling; and energy management. The strengths of the program include hands-on training; extensive laboratory experience; state-of-the-art computer methods; good job placement; and accreditation by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
For additional information and guidance, to all interested regarding the similarities and differences between engineering and engineering technology, visit the ASME Student Resources website. We encourage our students to explore these web sites to understand the differences between engineering and engineering technology. For further information, contact: Mandy Thompson met15@psu.edu
School of Science, Engineering, and Technology |
|
Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Technology |
|
The School of Science, Engineering and Technology at Penn State Harrisburg offers unique Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology programs. |
