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Overview for Mechanical Engineering

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.

Careers for Mechanical Engineering Majors

A major in Mechanical Engineering is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Mechanical Engineering

Top 4 Oregon Colleges with the highest percentage of Mechanical Engineering among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
University of Portland
Portland, OR
 29
(4.1%)
Less Selective$30,450 
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
 89
(2.7%)
Less Selective$18,823 
Portland State University
Portland, OR
 50
(1.5%)
Less Selective$18,837 
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Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR
 3
(0.7%)
Less Selective$16,692 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.