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Bachelor of Arts
Degree Overview
- Delivery Format: on-campus
- Required Credits: 128
Program Details
- Our graduates will possess the strengths to obtain and advance in positions that require analysis, applied design, development, implementation or oversight of mechanical systems and processes.
- Our graduates will have the knowledge, problem-solving ability and hands-on skills to be successful in careers in the design, installation, manufacturing, testing, evaluation, technical sales or maintenance of mechanical systems.
- Our graduates will have the foundation to take advantage of opportunities for lifelong learning and professional development.
What You Will Learn:
- An ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mechanical engineering technology.
- An ability to select and apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to solve engineering technology problems.
- An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes.
- An ability to design systems, components or processes for broadly defined engineering technology problems.
- An ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.
- An ability to identify, analyze and solve broadly defined engineering technology problems.
- An ability to apply written, oral and graphical communication in both technical and nontechnical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
- An understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
- An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity.
- A knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context.
- A commitment to quality, timeliness and continuous improvement.
Admissions & curriculum
128 Required Credits
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Mechanical Engineering Technology Salaries
$55,000
Starting Salary, NJIT Average
$63,000
Mid-Career Salary, National Average
Overall employment of mechanical engineers is projected to grow 9 percent from 2016 to 2026.
Career Prospects
Where do Mechanical Engineering Technology majors work?
Common Job Titles
- Product Development Engineer
- Process and Material Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
Top Employers
- Sordoni Construction Co.
- Coining Manufacturing LLC
- Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals
- Tricarico Architecture and Design PC
- Schindler Group
What our students are saying
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NJIT was my dream school."Hilsson Angeles -
Getting a degree from a great school like NJIT gave me the opportunity to choose the job I wanted."Seif Issa
Degree Overview
- Delivery Format: on-campus
- Required Credits: 120
Program Details
- Graduates will meet or exceed the expectations of employers of mechanical engineers.
- Qualified graduates will pursue advanced study if they so desire.
- Graduates will pursue leadership positions in their profession and/or communities.
Electives Courses
What You Will Learn:
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
- An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
- An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
- An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
- An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
- An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
- An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies
Admissions & curriculum
120 Required Credits
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Mechanical Engineering Salaries
$64,700
Starting Salary, NJIT Average
$66,433
Mid-Career Salary, National Average
Employment of mechanical engineers is projected to grow 9 percent from 2016 to 2026.
Career Prospects
Where do Mechanical Engineering majors work?
Common Job Titles
- Mechanical Designer
- Product Development Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Quality Assurance Engineer
- Automation Engineer
Top Employers
- Lockheed Martin
- Stryker Orthopaedics
- Honeywell
- Valcor Engineering
- Schneider Electric
What our students are saying
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I was definitely prepared for my job at Scaled Composites and perhaps even ahead of the curve."Michael Anderson -
I credit my NJIT degree and connections with helping me land three job offers within two weeks of graduating."Bodhi Chaudhuri -
Getting an internship at an aerospace engineering corporation changed my future. After I graduate with my mechanical engineering degree, I'm going to be a pilot. "Mina Morcos
Degree Overview
- Delivery Format: on-campus
- Required Credits: 128
Program Details
The Industrial Engineering program is committed to provide students with a rigorous educational experience that builds on solid science and engineering fundamentals and an application-oriented knowledge of Industrial Engineering practice and design.
It is expected that a few years after graduation Industrial Engineering majors will:
- Use the fundamental principles and major areas of Industrial Engineering in their professional practice.
- Be life-long learners, pursuing graduate education and professional growth in Industrial Engineering and related fields.
- Pursue diverse career paths in a variety of industries.
Electives Courses
What You Will Learn:
Industrial Engineering bachelor’s students gain knowledge and acquire a variety of skills that can be used in diverse professional settings. While pursuing this ABET-accredited program, students are specifically expected to realize the following learning outcomes:
- An ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics.
- An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental and economic factors.
- An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental and societal contexts.
- An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative environment, establish goals, plan tasks and meet objectives.
- An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
- An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Admissions & curriculum
128 Required Credits
Explore this area of study
Industrial Engineering Salaries
$68,285
Starting Salary, NJIT Average
$71,500
Mid-Career Salary, National Average
Employment of industrial engineers is projected to grow 10 percent by 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.
Career Prospects
Where do Industrial Engineering majors work?
Common Job Titles
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Industrial Management Engineer
- Industrial Engineer
Top Employers
- Morton Salt
- L'Oreal USA
- Otis Elevator Co.
- CNY Group
- Goldman Sachs
What our students are saying
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Getting a degree from a great school like NJIT gave me the opportunity to choose the job I wanted."Seif Issa
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NJIT was my dream school."Hilsson Angeles
