The objectives of the Mechanical Engineering Program are:

• Prepare students to become professional practitioners of mechanical engineering;
• To provide the students with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering;
• To educate students to become aware of their moral, ethical, legal and professional obligations and to hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public;
• To develop fundamental science, mathematics, computer, and engineering knowledge necessary for mechanical engineering;
• To ensure that the students obtain a solid educational background in mechanical engineering so that they are nationally competitive and successful in their chosen profession and are prepared for future graduate training.  Train students to develop the ability to function in the workplace through teamwork and effective communication;
• To provide broad education to understand the relationship between mechanical engineering and, other engineering professionals and society as a whole; 
• To prepare students to communicate facts and ideas;
• To prepare and encourage students to continue learning beyond the undergraduate years;