Our primary focus is student development by helping undergraduate and graduate students from a range of backgrounds and abilities grow their skills and develop into capable engineers and researchers. We guide students as they evaluate their own engineering competencies and develop the confidence to take initiative and lead projects. Our graduates are socially aware, with experience in designing to make a difference and a motivation to build upon their fundamental skills to create an impact in their life and career.
Additionally, our faculty mentor graduate students in basic and applied research in advanced materials and manufacturing processes, fluid/thermal/energy systems, mechanical/mechatronic/biomechanical systems and related areas.   Together, our faculty, staff and students provide leadership and service within the engineering profession and society and engage in communication and advocacy for evidence-based policies and regulations.