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Introduction to Mechanical Engineering

Do you obsess over your LEGO sets as a child? Do you prefer tinkering with objects rather than playing with them? Do you like crafting little gadgets from any spare parts you can find? 

If the answer is yes, you’re close to realizing your talent in Mechanical Engineering! 

The expansive Mechanical Engineering program covers many other industries such as automotive, robotics, aerospace, manufacturing, and even healthcare. In this program, you will learn how to apply principles of mathematics, physics, engineering, and material science to build and operate systems, tools, and machines. 

As a mechanical engineer, you will also utilize knowledge in energy, motion, and force to design and construct different types of mechanical systems and machines of all sizes. Your role is vital in the manufacturing of surgical laser systems, sensors, vehicles, engines, robots, and many more.  

Fields of Mechanical Engineering

There are six fields of Mechanical Engineering that you can choose from as your major. You can pick from these specializations:

Manufacturing 

This field involves transforming raw materials into products by incorporating creative designs into the fabrication products. The manufacturing sector needs engineers who enjoy a hands-on career with a clear understanding of manufacturing systems, statistics, and applications of microprocessors. 

Mechanical Design 

A mechanical design engineer focuses on designing, creating, and even improving machines, processes, and systems. Physics, Maths, and Engineering are vital in this field to help engineers create safe and reliable machines. 

Transportation Systems 

The transportation system involves moving people as well as goods by incorporating vehicle dynamics. From common transportation (cars, buses, trains) to freight shipping (transportation of cargo by ship, plane, train, and truck), engineers are responsible to plan, design, and operate cost-effective and environmental-friendly systems. 

Combustion and the Environment 

With people becoming more environmentally conscious, mechanical engineers can explore career opportunities in this area by designing new ways to improve combustion systems to reduce pollution caused by pollutant emissions from engines, furnaces, and turbines. You will also study the properties of flames and fuels in this field. 

Ground Vehicle Systems 

Electric car manufacturing is on the rise as demand for eco-friendly vehicles increases. Engineers in this area are responsible for developing cars that reduce environmental impact. This means knowing your way around engine and propulsion concepts, power transmissions, and alternative fuel. 

Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics and Energy Systems 

This area emphasizes the study and application of heat transfer and thermodynamics to engineering systems. Engineers are able to create advanced, cost-effective, and environmentally-friendly engineering systems for automotive, defense, aerospace, and manufacturing industries.

What are the skills needed?

Critical ThinkerYou should be rational when it comes to analysing and interpreting problems that arise in this field. Mechanical Engineering requires precision and accuracy especially in manufacturing robots and machines, so you should be quick at coming up with solutions. 
 

InnovativeYou are constantly looking for ways to improve gadgets and items. As a mechanical engineer, being innovative helps in the creation of robots, machines, and systems that aid in surgeries, ocean exploration, and even the aerospace industry. 
 

Knowledgeable  – Mechanical Engineering involves the application of subjects like Maths, Science, Computing, and Physics. You should be able to adapt to different situations by switching between advanced subjects to precisely and accurately build machines and solve problems. 

How long will I study this program?

The study duration could vary from one institute to another. However, as a general estimate, we have compiled a general estimate of the duration according to the study levels and qualifications. 

  • Foundation/Diploma: 1 – 2 Years 
  • Bachelor’s Degree: 3 Years 
  • Master’s: 2 – 4 Years 
  • PhD: 1 Year

What are the entry requirements for this qualification?

  • Degree: 
    • STPM: Pass with Grade B in Additional Mathematics or Advanced Additional Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics 
    • A-Levels: Minimum 2 Principal Passes, including Mathematics and Physics 
    • SAM: Average of 50% or higher in 5 subjects including Mathematics 
    • Foundation/Diploma: Minimum CGPA 2.00 
    • UEC: Minimum 5 Bs including Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry 
  • Master’s:  
    • A relevant Bachelor’s Degree (CGPA 2.5) with honours or equivalent
  • PhD:  
    • A Master’s Degree in relevant field with evidence of adequate research or work experiences to satisfaction of Senate 

What are the job opportunities?

  • Automative Engineer 
  • Civil Engineer 
  • Nuclear Engineer 
  • Mechanical Engineer 
  • Maintenance Engineer 
  • Control and Instrumentation
  • Engineer 
  • Aerospace Engineer 
  • Robotics Engineer 

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