Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Educational Objectives

The broad educational objectives of the Mechanical Engineering program at Florida Tech are summarized in the following four categories:

Educational Objective #1: Academic Fundamentals

Graduates are to achieve a sufficient mastery of the academic fundamentals that underpin a successful career related to mechanical engineering. These fundamentals include knowledge of chemistry, calculus-based physics, advanced mathematics, engineering sciences, humanities, social sciences, information technology, and experimental methodologies.

Educational Objective #2: Engineering Practice

Graduates are to develop sufficient competence in the application of engineering skills for the practical solution of problems related to the mechanical engineering profession. These skills include systematic problem formulations, techniques for their solutions, and methodologies for designing systems in the two main stems of mechanical engineering: energy systems and mechanical systems.

Educational Objective #3: Teamwork and Communication

Graduates are to develop the confidence and ability to work both independently and as productive members of a team. Graduates are to attain a mastery of communication skills, and to practice the interpersonal and organizational skills required to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

Educational Objective #4: Professional Development

Graduates are instilled with the desire to contribute to the profession and to society on a continuing basis. They are encouraged to pursue various options consistent with life-long learning, maintain ethical professional conduct, have knowledge of contemporary issues, participate in professional organizations, and contribute to diversity in the community.