Mechanical engineers have to deal with concepts such as:
- Mechanics, thermodynamics, robotics, kinematics, structural analysis, fluid mechanics and many others. These concepts are applied in the process of designing state-of-the-art manufacturing units, different types of motor vehicles, aircraft and aerospace parts and a vast assortment of industrial machinery.
- Mechanical engineers also contribute in the development of various engines, power plant equipment, heating and cooling systems and other simple and complex machinery.
- Mechanical engineers not only design new mechanical systems but they are also responsible for testing, maintaining and manufacturing them.
Eligibility:
The subjects that need to be taken after class 10th to pursue mechanical engineering as a career option are:
- Physics
- Chemistry and
- Mathematics.
After completing 10+2 level studies with 50% marks you need to appear in various competitive examinations like IIT JEE,AIEEE and other state level examinations(CET) . After qualifying the examination you can pursue B.E/B.TECH in mechanical engineering from various colleges. The duration of this course is 4 years. The list of top colleges offering mechanical engineering:
Job Opportunities:
- Mechanical engineers are required to design, test, manufacture, install, operate and maintain a wide array of machines and mechanical systems that are used in countless industries. These professionals can find employment both in the government and private sector undertakings.
- Major industries that employ mechanical engineers include automobiles, space research, aeronautical, energy and utilities, air conditioning, bio-mechanical industry. Other major employers include giant manufacturing plants, air conditioning and refrigeration industry, turbine manufacturing plants, oil and gas exploration and refining industries and the agricultural sector.
- In the government sector, mechanical engineers can provide their knowledge to various government run projects in the role of technical experts and consultants.
- They can also work in private engineering companies that provide technical consultancy to both government and corporate firms.
Growth as an individual:
These engineers hold high managerial positions in government as well as private sector organisations according to their field of expertise and educational qualifications.
