Department of Mechanical Engineering
Constituent Department of Anna University, Chennai
About Department of Mechanical Engineering
Background, academic mission, and departmental profile
There is hardly any aspect of life that is not influenced by a Mechanical Engineer. As a student in the field of Mechanical Engineering, you will research, develop, design, manufacture and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanical devices. You will work on power generating machines such as electricity generators, internal combustion engines, steam and gas turbines, and jet and rocket engines. You can also develop machines such as refrigerators and air-conditioners, robots, materials handling systems, and industrial production equipment's.
Mechanical Engineers also design tools needed by other engineers for their work. Your work will also include designing and developing jet engines, steam engines, power plants, underwater structures, hydraulic systems, measurement devices, etc. You can also work in testing or product maintenance. CAD/CAM courses assist you in designing components with greatest possible efficiencies. Mechanical Engineering is the broadest and most diverse engineering discipline. Not many people can perform their jobs without Mechanical Engineers.
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Common queries about Department of Mechanical Engineering
Where is the Department of Mechanical Engineering located?
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is an academic teaching department of Anna University, Chennai, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?
Admissions to courses offered by Department of Mechanical Engineering are conducted as per Anna University, Chennai guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.
What qualifications are awarded by Department of Mechanical Engineering?
Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Anna University, Chennai.