university of kent mechanical engineering faculty

Last Updated on December 17, 2022

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University of Kent

country rank 40
world rank 416

University Overview

Founded in 1965, University of Kent is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Canterbury (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South East England. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Medway, Paris, Brussels, Athens. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, University of Kent (KENT) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. University of Kent (KENT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 55 years old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students’ past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KENT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Identity

NameUniversity of Kent
AcronymKENT
Founded1965
MottoCui servire regnare est
Whose service is perfect freedom
ColoursBlue
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University Location

AddressUniversity of Kent, The Registry
Canterbury
CT2 7NZ South East England
United Kingdom
Tel+44 (1227) 768 896
Fax+44 (1227) 452 196
Other locationsMedway, Paris, Brussels

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

Program Overview

Mechanical engineering technology is one of the broadest engineering disciplines. Mechanical engineers and technologists design, develop, build and test mechanical and thermal devices, including tools, engines and machines. The coursework will prepare you to work in a team environment of manufacturing using computer-controlled equipment; it will prepare you for employment in research, testing, drafting, design, maintenance, technical sales and production operations. 

WHY CHOOSE KENT STATE TUSCARAWAS FOR THE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM?

  • Complete a general mechanical engineering technology program which provides graduates with problem solving skills, communications expertise and knowledge of practical applications demanded by the complex world of modern business and industry. Students working with milling machine
  • Learn how to program and operate computer numerical control machines, industrial robots, microcontrollers and rapid prototyping machines used in manufacturing.
  • Offers students a broad foundation and the technical skills needed to support engineering activities, particularly in the design, testing and manufacturing of products, systems and devices.
  • Affordable tuition costs.
  • ABET accredited degree.
  • Flexible scheduling options include evening and distance learning classes.
  • All credit hours earned in the Associate of Applied Science degree program in Mechanical Engineering Technology count toward the Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical/Systems concentration. 

Career Opportunities

This degree prepares you for positions both locally and nationally in the following industries:

  • manufacturing
  • engineering services
  • research and development
  • federal government
  • aerospace

Graduates of our two-year associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology program are likely to enter the workforce with position titles such as:

  • Engineering Technician
  • Design Specialist 
  • Mechanical Designer
  • Project Engineer

Graduates of engineering technology programs normally work within the engineering team in applied design, project management, product development, testing, manufacturing, production or operations. They may also work in technical services including field engineering, marketing or sales. The Kent State Tuscarawas faculty have considerable industrial experience in their respective fields of specialization, in addition to their academic preparation at the advanced degree level.

Examples of companies which have hired graduates of our two-year Mechanical Engineering Technology program include:

  • Allied Machine and Engineering Corp., Dover, OH
  • Esmet Inc., Canton, OH
  • Gradall Industries, New Philadelphia, OH
  • Meteor Sealing Systems, Dover, OH
  • The M.K. Morse Company, Canton, OH
  • Progressive Foam Technologies, Beach City, OH
  • ProVia, Sugarcreek, OH

Accreditation

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology offered at Kent State University at Tuscarawas has been accredited since 1974 by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, ABET.org.

Consistent with ABET’s Engineering Accreditation Commission guidelines, the following is a list of Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) attained by our graduates:

  1. Apply engineering technology knowledge and design skills to solve technical problems within the specialized field of Mechanical Engineering Technology.
  2. Utilize effective communication, team and project management skills to work productively and contribute to their professions.
  3. Value personal attitudes that help one become a contributing member to society, including: initiative, responsibility, a commitment to professional ethics,  and the desire to continue to learn and grow professionally.

The Engineering Technology program has an established set of outcomes for each of its programs that describe what students are expected to know and be able to do by the time they graduate. 
The Mechanical Engineering Technology program learning outcomes are as follows:

  1. Apply the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to solve mechanical engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge.
  2. Design solutions for well-defined mechanical engineering technology problems and assist with the design of systems, components, or processes for solving broad mechanical engineering technology problems. 
  3. Apply written, oral and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments, and proficiently use technical reference material.
  4. Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and analyze and interpret the results.
  5. Function effectively as a member of a technical team.
  6. Understand and commit to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity. 

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