Mechanical Engineering at rit is it the right choice for you? Dr. Ed Hensel, Dept. Head

Mechanical Engineering at RIT - Is it the right choice for you?

• Dr. Ed Hensel, Dept. Head

Open House Presentation

• Welcome

• Mechanical Engineering Careers

• RIT Mechanical Engineering Program

Why do We Need Mechanical Engineers?

Where do Mechanical Engineers Work?

RIT BS Mechanical Engineering Program

Special Academic Programs in M.E.

• BS Degree

• Aerospace Option

• Automotive Option

• BS/Master’s Option

• College Honors Program

BS Degree

Aerospace Option

• BS in Mechanical Engineering

• Curricular Changes

• Substitute Intro to Aerospace Engineering for Transport Phenomena

• Technical Electives

• Aerodynamics
• Aerospace Structures
• Propulsion

• Free Elective

• Flight Dynamics

• Sr. Design Project in Aerospace Field

Aerospace Employers

Automotive Option

• BS in Mechanical Engineering

• Technical Electives

• Vehicle Dynamics
• Internal Combustion Engines
• Automotive Controls

• Free Elective

• Intro. To Automotive Design and Manufacturing

• Sr. Design Project in Automotive Field

Automotive Employers

BS/Master’s Option

• Need to Apply for Entry ASAP

• Highly Competitive Program

• GPA Requirements for Entry

• 4 vs. 5 co-ops

• Earn two degrees

• Work closely with a graduate advisor on a research or Product Development activity

College Honors Program

• By Invitation of the Dean of Engineering

• International Experience, such as

• Possible International Co-op
• Distance Collaboration on Design Teams
• Foreign Enrichment Experience
• Term Abroad Opportunities

• Engineering in a Global Environment

• Personalized Academic Challenges

Recent Employers of RIT M.E.s:

Academic Assistance Resources

M.E.s Work Well in Teams and Individually

• M.E.s work with teams of other professionals (other engineering disciplines, science, business, political professionals) and skilled labor.

• An M.E. is often looked to as the General Practitioner of the engineering disciplines

• Mechanical Engineers do equally well in small firms (the only engineer around) and in large corporations (focused expertise for the problem at hand).

Summary

• RIT Mechanical Engineering is

• Exciting
• Challenging
• Rewarding

• We’re pleased to have you visiting here at RIT.

• Enjoy your tours, and feel free to ask questions!

• If this sounds like the right program for you, please consider applying.