Mechanical engineering students begin with learning about theoretical and practical aspects of mechanical engineering, such as calculus and physics, computer-aided design, engineering graphics, and engineering materials. A big area of study is in mechanical design, where students learn about machinery design, fabrication and production technologies, thermal and fluid systems, hydraulics, and materials science.
In mechanical systems, students learn about how to design and install energy-efficient and economically practical equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They also learn about discrete linear systems, distributed parameter systems, and nonlinear dynamics.
In mechanical manufacturing, students learn about the entire product design and production cycle, including production technologies, process automation, material properties, and manufacturing management strategies such as material resources planning.
Many advanced courses contain a laboratory component, which include practice in design, manufacture and experimentation. In these courses students learn how to apply their analytical groundwork to the solution of practical problems. Field trips to manufacturing plants, motor vehicle factories, and industrial plants are available as well.
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