WHAT IS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING:

1- What is mechanical engineering?

Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest and oldest engineering disciplines. Even
though this field’s growth is just a couple of centuries old, but its revolution can be
traced back several thousands of years . Not only it is centuries old, but it is also
perhaps the most diverse discipline of all engineering disciplines.

Technically, mechanical engineering is the application of the principles and problem-

solving techniques of engineering from design to manufacturing to the marketplace for
any object.

2- What qualifications does a mechanical engineer need

This branch provides several careers opportunities not only in all the previously
mentioned industries but in other domains as well.

Mechanical engineers typically need a bachelor's degree in. Mechanical engineering

undergraduate programs usually include courses in mathematics and life and physical
sciences, as well as engineering and design courses. These programs may stress the
importance of internships and co-ops to prepare students for work in industry where
most employers prefer to hire students from an accredited program.

3- Training and experience.

Mechanical engineering technology programs focus more on the practical application of

engineering principles and less on theory. Internships and co-ops are emphasized more
to prepare students for work in industry. Most employers prefer to hire students from an
accredited programs such as ABET, EIT and PE which provide candidates with
certificates , licenses and the sufficient practice and training required to be a competent
engineer.

An experience for an engineer in an industry empower students with creative thinking

skills , analytical tools , and the ability to overcome all constraints; and the
communication skills needed .
 4- What are the responsibilities of the mechanical engineer?

The mechanical engineer in an industry is responsible for:

- Analyzing problems to see how mechanical and thermal devices might help
solve a particular problem.
- Designing or redesigning mechanical and thermal devices or subsystems, using
analysis and computer-aided design.
- Developing and testing prototypes of devices they design.
- Analyzing the test results and changing the design or system as needed, the
manufacturing process for the device.

During this Process the mechanical engineers analyze their work using the
principles of motion, energy, and force—ensuring that designs function safely,
efficiently, and reliably, all at a competitive cost.

5- What are the work opportunities for a mechanical engineer?

Mechanical engineers work in several domains including power- producing machines

and power- using machines. Moreover, mechanical engineers role also extend to a wide
range of industries including automotive, aerospace, biotechnology, computer and
electronics, automation, and manufacturing industries.

Technology plays a positive role in mechanical engineers work and it provided quite
powerful tools in recent decades . Computer-aided engineering (CAE) is an umbrella
term that covers everything from typical CAD techniques to computer-aided
manufacturing to computer-aided engineering, involving finite element analysis (FEA)
and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
Some new core engineering subject areas such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics,
expertise in composites, mechatronics, and nanotechnology are in increasingly high
demand and are prerequisites for several emerging and promising fields, including
artificial intelligence, biomechatronics, and nanotechnology.

6- How much do mechanical engineer earn?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), mechanical engineers earned a

median annual salary of $88,430 in 2019.

In Lebanon, Mechanical engineers average starts with $800 and may reach over 3000$
per month.