Mechanical Engineering

Are you or someone you know interested in pursuing an engineering degree? Great news! Carroll University’s new and innovative Mechanical Engineering (MEE) and Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) programs are designed with students' futures in mind. We pride ourselves on supporting each student throughout their time at Carroll to ensure success while developing career-ready skills for the high-demand engineering industry.

The program in mechanical engineering equips students with the skills and competencies valued by today's and tomorrow’s employers. Students will learn to design, improve, install and operate integrated systems of data, equipment, materials and people to improve and innovate products. Students will draw upon technical skills in math, sciences, business and engineering as well as project leadership, complex problem-solving and communication skills. Carroll’s unique curriculum combines specialized technical skills with liberal arts concepts, producing engineers who can analyze systems in both the concrete and abstract, contributing to a future-proof career.

Did you know?

Wisconsin is one of the hottest spots in the U.S. for engineering. In fact, we consulted with engineering firms to ensure our program is built around what they look for in employees. Here are just a few ways our engineering programs stand out from the rest:

• No waiting around: Getting into the program is as easy as getting accepted to Carroll – no extra applications or steps required!
• Hands-on learning from day one: Jump into real-world engineering applications by working on exciting projects.
• Build a portfolio of projects: Our project-based labs and internships simulate an actual engineering firm, so when students graduate, they'll have a portfolio to wow potential employers.
• With the U.S. facing a severe shortage of engineers, Carroll's engineering programs address the significant engineering needs of regional and national markets necessary to solve critical challenges in our world.

Program Outcomes:

• Identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems.
• Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs concerning public health, safety and welfare.
• Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations.
• Make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental and societal contexts.     
• Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks and meet objectives.
• Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

Mechanical engineers work in a range of industries and on many types of projects with employers requiring bachelor’s degrees for entry-level positions. As manufacturing processes incorporate more complex automation machinery, mechanical engineers are expected to be needed to help plan for and design the equipment, integrating technology into the new designs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 10% growth rate nationally in jobs between now and 2032, which is much faster than the 3% average for all occupations (BLS, 2024). Employment potential for mechanical engineers is 99%, the highest level of employability (Gray Decision Intelligence, May 10, 20204, personal communication). In Wisconsin, the regional areas of Madison and Fond du Lac employ the highest rates of mechanical engineers. The surrounding states of Iowa, Illinois and Michigan rank in the top handful for employing the most mechanical engineers in the nation. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook: Mechanical Engineers, visited 10/11/2024.

• Carroll University Catalog | Mechanical Engineering (coming soon)
• Carroll University Catalog | Applied Physics/Engineering Dual Degree Program Major
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