Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) is a broad field which prepares students to work as mechanical engineers designing and developing new and innovative products and technologies. Mechanical engineers with an MET degree are involved in every process, from designing delicate tools and parts, to working on huge gears in large vehicles, to operation and maintenance.
Teams of MET students complete design-build projects in both MET 100 Intro to MET in the first semester, and in MET 107 Machine Tool Lab I in the second semester. Teamwork training prepares graduates to work effectively and efficiently on larger projects.
The University of Maine Mechanical Engineering Technology program prepares students for a broad range or engineering activities including the development, design, testing, and manufacturing of products; the design, operation and maintenance of processes, and technical sales and marketing. The scope of mechanical engineering technology includes transportation, power generation, energy conversion, climate control, machine design, manufacturing and automation, and the control of engineering systems and devices.
