Mechanical Engineering at NMSU

If you like to take things apart to see how they work...

If you enjoy seeing ideas become physical reality...

If you are drawn to devising ways to improve objects, machines, systems...

These characteristics can lead you to Mechanical Engineering. Almost anything that can be imagined, designed, and built has a mechanical engineering aspect to it.

Mechanical Engineering (ME) is the broadest and most diverse of the engineering fields. The versatility of a mechanical engineering education prepares one for involvement in many fields.

Analysis, design, and synthesis are the key functions of a mechanical engineer.

• First, analysis: Observe and examine what is and what needs to be done;
• Second, design: Explore possibilities of structure, materials, efficiency, safety, etc.;
• Then, synthesis: Bring all these ideas and information into a successful design solution.

NMSU's ME program balances theory with practical applications through design projects and experiments. A strong program of co-ops and internships offers further opportunity to experience what mechanical engineers do in the world beyond school.

Many of our graduates go on to further education, increasing their preparatory skills in specific fields. Others find employment in a great variety of enterprises such as: