Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) at Texas A&M University-Central Texas prepares students for rewarding careers with an engineering focus. The program prepares graduates for practice in product improvement, manufacturing, engineering operation, sales, production, and implementation of mechanical systems.

The MET program prepares you to become a skilled engineering technologist who is socially and professionally responsible, equipped with the technical and general communication skills to liaise between engineers, technicians, and the business portions of engineering companies. The MET program engages more hands-on learning while requiring less math and science depth than a traditional engineering degree. This discipline focuses on the applied aspects of science and engineering.

Program Objectives

Students attending this program will:

• Engage in applications-oriented design, manufacturing, and management of mechanical systems, including all technical and economic factors influencing these systems.
• Use appropriate theory, mathematics, and computational technology to analyze and solve applied engineering problem
• Learn how to communicate and function effectively as an individual and as a team member in a professional environment.
• Pursue lifelong learning and continuous improvement of their knowledge and skills in diverse industries with the highest professional and ethical standards

Career Opportunities

• Engineering Technologist
• Mechanical Designer
• Senior Process Analyst
• Engineer Technical Staff
• Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer
• Machinery Operation and Repair
• Technical Communication

Texas A&M University-Central Texas was established in 2009 as a member of The Texas A&M University System, one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation. A&M-Central Texas is an upper-level institution, fully aligned with regional community colleges and offering quality bachelor's and master's degrees with an emphasis on access and affordability.

Mission

Texas A&M University-Central Texas is a public, upper-level university offering baccalaureate and graduate degrees important to the region and the state. It is committed to high quality, rigorous, and innovative educational programs delivered in a variety of instructional modes to a diverse student population through exceptional teaching, service, and applied scholarship. With an emphasis on community engagement, the university employs emerging technology to enhance student learning and to nurture its partnerships with regional community colleges, the military presence in its region, and the community at large.

Vision

Texas A&M University-Central Texas will achieve national recognition as an upper-level university, offering high quality and affordable undergraduate and graduate educational programs to address regional and statewide needs.

Core Values

Excellence and Achievement

We strive to continuously improve, innovate, and exceed expectations.

Compassion

We care about the feelings of others. When others are suffering, we empathize and offer help.

Integrity

We conduct ourselves in an ethical and respectful manner.

Knowledge

We provide educational experiences to encourage lifelong learning and intellectual curiosity.

Diversity

We respect and value both differences and similarities in our students, coworkers, and other stakeholders.

Initiative

We encourage the involvement and the contribution of each employee. We create a workplace where every employee can share a sense of ownership.

Collaboration

We develop and maintain partnerships to serve the needs of our students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.