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Overview for Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician

A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers engaged in the design and development phases of a wide variety of projects involving mechanical systems. Includes instruction in principles of mechanics, applications to specific engineering systems, design testing procedures, prototype and operational testing and inspection procedures, manufacturing system-testing procedures, test equipment operation and maintenance, and report preparation.

Careers for Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician Majors

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

Colleges Offering a Major in Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician

Top 4 Pennsylvania Colleges with the highest percentage of Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College
Erie, PA
 46
(7.4%)
Less Selective$18,370 
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown
Johnstown, PA
 31
(5.8%)
Less Selective- 
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA
 14
(2.6%)
Open Admissions$14,820 
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Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA
 12
(2.0%)
Less Selective$20,570 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.