If you enjoy creating solutions to problems and building things, Mechatronics could be the class for you. Students in our Mechatronics class translate theory into something they can design and build, and sometimes even drive.
Mechanical Engineering at UWM
Mechanical engineering is one of the most general engineering fields. The engineer has the freedom to deal with virtually any aspect of the multi-faceted engineering process such as design, development, analysis, production and testing. The broad nature of the field also provides opportunities to work in various areas of interest ranging from energy conversion or environmental control to the production of transportation and construction equipment.
Concentrations
- General mechanical engineering
- Thermal sciences
- Mechanical systems
Research
Work with faculty engaged in leading-edge research in areas such as:
- Design optimization
- Nanotribology
- Technology innovation and entrepreneurship
- Sustainable design and manufacturing
- Marine robotics
- Biomimetic surfaces
Career Paths
Materials engineers work primarily in engineering services, research and development, manufacturing and the federal government.
- Senior Mechanical Engineer
- Propulsion Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Product Development Engineer
- Aerospace Structural Engineer
Did You Know?
Mechanical engineering is one of the oldest and broadest engineering disciplines. Mechanical engineers analyze, design, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems for use in many industries including:
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Biomedical
- Power Generation
- Architecture
- Aerospace
ABET-Accredited
We offer an ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering that prepares you for the future.
| 2009-10 | 2010-11 | 2011-12 | 2012-13 | 2013-14 | 2014-15 | 2015-16 | 2016-17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enrollment | 450 | 461 | 498 | 508 | 520 | 572 | 641 | 610 |
| Degrees Awarded | 65 | 59 | 75 | 102 | 95 | 73 | 122 | TBD |
| Starting Salary | $58,900 | $63,000 |
Learn more about our program educational objectives and student outcomes.
For further information, please email ceas-me@uwm.edu.
| The Mechanical Engineering Major is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET 415 N. Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21201 (410) 347-7700 abet.org |
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