The goal of the Mechanical Engineering Program is to produce industrial, scientific, and technological leaders capable of systematically identifying, addressing, and solving technical problems whose solutions will benefit society. The objectives of the Mechanical Engineering Program are to produce graduates who will:
have successful careers in engineering and related fields;
advance their careers through increasing levels of responsibilities and leadership;
successfully pursue graduate or advanced professional degrees and continuing professional development; and
actively participate in professional and community services.
A mechanical engineering education at Prairie View emphasizes an integrated curriculum that overlaps other engineering branches and the physical sciences. Students learn to grasp the global consequences of engineering endeavors and the challenges of today's ever-changing technological climate. Our department's goal is to produce industrial, scientific and technological leaders who can identify technical problems and shape solutions that help society. Upon completing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.) program, our students are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to either take on the challenges of the modern-day engineering field or to continue their education at the graduate-school level. Many of our mechanical engineering graduates have seen tremendous career success. One became a vice president of Northup Grumman defense company. Another became a Phillips Petroleum plant manager. Still another is a professor at a renowned university.
Graduate students can earn a Master of Science in Engineering (M.S.ENGR.) degree through a program that concentrates on mechanical engineering. This program both enhances students' research capabilities and makes them more competitive in the professional practice of mechanical engineering.
Along with an emphasis on working one-on-one with their students, faculty members in our mechanical engineering department undertake a wide range of research in their field. Many of these research projects are funded by outside companies and agencies. The mechanical engineering department supports one endowed faculty chair.
The Prairie View student chapter of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers is very active and has participated in many Region X meetings. Pi Tau Sigma National Honor Society recognizes and honors outstanding mechanical engineering students on the campus.
