Mechanical Engineering Brochure

Jayhawk Engineering graduates have been CEOs at Ford, Boeing Commercial Aircraft, Chrysler, Burns & McDonnell, and Tyvak Nano-Satellite Systems

Overview:

Whether it’s advanced materials, biomechanics, emerging transportation technologies, or a variety of other fields, mechanical engineers have a vast network

of career opportunities available

to them due to the remarkable versatility of this degree. From award-winning race cars and energy efficient vehicle development to advanced spinal implants and an easier path to recovery from knee surgery, mechanical engineering at KU offers a variety of opportunities, including robust offerings in bioengineering, energy and materials.

Mechanical Engineering Website

Majors Offered:

Mechanical Engineering

Concentrations:

Biomechanical

Pre-Medical

Students from any engineering discipline can get involved with Jayhawk Motorsports starting their first year on campus. The team designs, builds, and drives a

combustion-powered racecar and competes in international competitions twice per year. Jayhawk Motorsports regularly places highly in national competitions, including two first-place overall finishes since 2012.

Through mechanical engineering capstone design courses, undergraduate students work directly with engineers at sponsoring companies and perform hands-on work on these projects in the school’s world-class Student Projects Facility. Students gain valuable insight into the business world while making connections for life after graduation.

The Hill Engineering Research and Development Center houses the KU EcoHawks, a student research program that focuses on developing innovative, sustainable energy solutions for transportation and energy infrastructure. The 4,000-square-foot building was designed and built by KU architecture students and is packed with resource and energy conservation features, including an array of solar panels that cover the roof.