Mechanical Engineering Technology

Role Model
Career Information
Nature of the Work
Career Path
Jobs Available
Industries Employing
Work Environment
Instructors Speak
Course Information

Role Model

"Know yourself and what you do best. Be strong and don't let what people say affect you. Believe in yourself."

~ Malyphone Khamsyvoravong

Career Information - Local

Local Career Information
		City
Approx. Starting Salary ($/year)	$ 36,000	Local
Average Salary ($/year)	$ 47,000	Rhode Island
Average Wage at Placement ($/hour)	$ 17.50/hr	Local
Placement Rate (%)	90%
Labor Market	Strong

Mechanical engineers plan and design tools, engines, machines, and other mechanical equipment. They design and develop power-producing machines such as internal combustion engines, steam and gas turbines, and jet and rocket engines. They also design and develop power-using machines such as refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, robots, machine tools, materials handling systems and industrial production equipment.

Career Path

There are many opportunities to become a manager.

Specific Jobs Available to Graduates

Mechanical Design
Mechanical Engineer
Industrial Engineer

Industries Employing Graduates of this Program

Transportation equipment manufacturers
Engineering services firms
Aerospace companies

Work Environment

Most engineers work in office buildings, laboratories, or industrial plants. Others spend a considerable amount of time outdoors at construction sites, mines, and oil and gas exploration sites, where they monitor or direct operations or solve onsite problems.

Instructors Speak

"The MET student, upon successful completion of all the course requirements, will be qualified to seek employment in the design area as well as the manufacturing or industrial engineering department."