Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology
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Create Products and Machinery

Undergraduate Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology Majors

Solve problems in manufacturing and machinery.

Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology has dedicated computing and laboratory facilities in the Electrical Energy Resources Center as well as a modern, well-equipped machine shop which includes laser scanning and industrial quality 3D printing. Use quality techniques to deliver safety and efficiency to industry practices. Optimize product and process testing techniques. Apply engineering principles to solve a broad range of engineering problems. Find a career in analysis or oversight of advanced mechanical systems and processes.

Bachelor's Degree

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Mechanical Engineering Technology, BS

With a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology, you can combine theory and practice. Work in a team on the fluid power vehicle challenge as a capstone design. Gather real-time data with Industry 4.0 technologies while syncing to the cloud. Apply principles of statics and dynamics to the design of machinery and production systems. Use traditional material removal and additive manufacturing tools in our machine shop.

Manufacturing Systems Minor

The Manufacturing Systems minor provides students with a broad exposure to the design and operation of automated machinery. Design discrete sequential controls using programmable logic controllers. Create simulation models of various industrial systems.

Ready to take the next step?

Learn more about studying manufacturing and mechanical engineering technology at Michigan's flagship technological university.

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MMET and the College of Computing induct four Michigan Tech students and MMET’s academic advisor into Michigan Tech’s Delta Zeta Chapter of the Epsilon Pi Tau Honor Society.
“The Epsilon Pi Tau - Delta Zeta Chapter was established as an honor society to recognize academic excellence of students in fields devoted to the study of technology and the preparation of practitioners for the technology professions.”Epsilon Pi Tau

The MMET Department

At Michigan Tech’s Department of Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology (MMET), students benefit from small class sizes that foster close faculty interaction and hands-on learning—especially in junior and senior courses, where most classes have fewer than 20 students. Over 70% of MMET courses include a lab, giving students extensive experience with tools, machines, and systems they’ll encounter in the field. Our faculty bring deep industry expertise in areas like product design, manufacturing, logistics, and quality systems, and many have earned campus-wide recognition for outstanding teaching. MMET students gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies, including seven additive manufacturing processes across both polymer and metal applications. Our modern facilities, including a fully equipped machine shop and laser scanning capabilities, support applied learning at every level. Faculty-led research in MMET focuses on improving teaching methods and solving real-world industry challenges, with undergraduates often participating in research, co-authoring papers, and presenting at national conferences.

  • Class sizes are small, especially at third and fourth year levels.
  • Faculty have industry experience in product and systems design, manufacturing, operations, logistics, and quality.
  • The MMET department teaches seven additive manufacturing technologies, including polymers and metals.
  • Our faculty are recognized for excellence in teaching.
  • Research projects are often focused on better teaching methodologies, along with a mix of applied industrial research.
  • We have a modern, well-equipped machine shop which includes laser scanning

MTU engineering

Real Engineering. Meaningful Work.

Michigan Tech’s College of Engineering is committed to inspiring students, advancing knowledge, and innovating technological solutions to create a sustainable, just, and prosperous world. With an entering engineering class of about 1,000 students, 18 degrees to choose from, and 160+ engineering faculty alone, our students take part in a world-class education with the trusted reputation of Michigan Tech.

Collaborate and innovate as part of Michigan Tech’s discovery-based learning environment. Explore the endless possibilities of your engineering education in Engineering Fundamentals. Work closely with world-renowned faculty as a research assistant or develop real solutions with industry partners on an Enterprise team or Senior Design capstone project. 

Join the pack and find the support you need. Map your academic career with the help of an academic advisor. Transition to University life with the support of the Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success or receive academic support in any of the Learning Centers across campus. 

Study abroad, with engineering opportunities ranging from a few weeks to a full year. Focus on problems facing disadvantaged communities in countries around the world. Michigan Tech’s Global and Community Engagement program offers a range of options.

A degree in engineering from Michigan Tech can take you anywhere. After graduating, 95 percent of our alumni find successful employment within six months. Tech engineers work at NASA, Whirlpool, General Motors, Dow, Lockheed Martin, and beyond. With multiple annual Career Fairs and one-on-one advising from Career Services, you can find an internship, co-op, or full-time job where your engineering expertise can make a difference.

Tomorrow Needs Every Engineer

Michigan Tech engineers are at the forefront of change. Using creative ideas and technologies to solve problems in healthcare, energy, transportation, space exploration, climate change, and beyond, Tech engineers are prepared to help people and their communities adapt toward an equitable future. Become an engineer who is ready for what tomorrow needs.

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Earn an ABET Accredited Engineering Degree

With ABET accreditation, you can be sure that your Michigan Tech degree meets the quality standards that prepares you to enter a global workforce.

And, because it requires comprehensive, periodic evaluations, ABET accreditation demonstrates our continuing commitment to the quality of your program—both now and in the future.

Sought Worldwide

ABET's voluntary peer-review process is highly respected. Its criteria are developed by technical professionals and focuses on what you, as a student, experience and learn. It adds critical value to academic programs in technical disciplines—where quality, precision, and safety are of the utmost importance.

Department of Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria.

Read more about mechanical engineering technology accreditation, educational objectives, and student outcomes.

ABET Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission