Mechanical engineering is one of the widest and oldest engineering discipline. Mechanical engineers research, design, develop, build and innovate mechanical and thermal devices, including tools, engines and machines. It is a discipline which requires a creative and analytical mind to tackle mechanical problems in our everyday lives.
In terms of technical job tasks, mechanical engineers design and oversee the manufacturing of products, generators, engines and other machines that we see everywhere, ranging from small parts such as batteries to elevators to automotives. Mechanical engineers, also use computers extensively to create prototypes and simulate the workings of a design.
If you like to build and and innovate things to improve the environment and lifestyle of others, this is the right course for you!