Why Study Mechanical Engineering?
A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering explores the complexities of designing and constructing advanced systems. Mechanical engineers are integral to creating designs, building structures, and assessing the performance of various devices. Their work encompasses the study of materials, mechanics, and the application of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and mass transfer principles.
ºÚÁϳԹϒs mechanical engineering program prepares you to bridge the gap between industry demands and the design process, integrating professional knowledge with a commitment to ethical and global perspectives. You will acquire practical experience that equips you for careers in areas such as materials science, mechanical systems design, and thermal and fluid systems engineering.
Upon graduating, alumni consistently achieve full-time positions at esteemed companies such as Raytheon, Ozinga, The Hill Group, Masonite International Corporation, MEPIS Inc., and Martin Peterson Company Inc.
Meet the Faculty
With rich experience in traditional and project-based learning techniques, Dr. Libin Babu has devised a unique hybrid form of engineering education that transforms learning concepts into an engaging encounter for students of all backgrounds.
PHEN Lab
Students share a vibrant community in the PHEN Lab—a shared hangout, lab, lecture hall, and faculty office. In this modern collaborative environment, expert-student relationships flourish, ideas form concrete outcomes, and hard work develops into sought-after, marketable skills.
Mechanical Engineers:Â Inherently Urban
Mechanical engineers inherently engage in urban issues. As a city-centered university, North Park offers students direct proximity to major organizations and a diverse urban workforce, which appeal to and call for mechanical engineers.
Real-World Experiences
North Park strongly encourages students to gain real-world experience through internships and participation in National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates programs. These opportunities enable students to apply their academic knowledge in professional settings, whether in industry or graduate-level research labs, offering firsthand exposure to the daily responsibilities of mechanical engineers.
Expert-led seminars and workshops further enrich the program, addressing emerging topics in engineering, professional development, and industry trends, providing a comprehensive view of the evolving field.
Engineering Club
Our mission is to ignite curiosity and passion for engineering through hands-on experiences. The club offers a wide range of opportunities, including preparation for computer-aided design software certifications and training on various lab equipment.
The club organizes field trips to industries around Chicago, workshops on modern engineering tools, seminars led by experts and national labs, and design competitions, preparing you for a future in professional engineering.