The Associate Degree Applied Sciences in Mechanical Engineering responds to the need for trained technicians in the diverse field of mechanical engineering.  This field includes the area of generation of power and energy conservation; design and development of machines; the management of factories that produce machines, goods and or services and the handling and processing of materials.  The programme also satisfies the demand for rigorous academic training to prepare graduates to access further studies in the field of mechanical engineering and related fields. 

Mechanical Engineering is for you if: you have a passion for machines, you want to know how things work and you want to know how to make things work better. To become a Mechanical Engineer one must pursue a Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.  After completing the Bachelor Degree one must work in the field and be supervised for at least 4 yrs to become certified.

Careers associated with Mechanical Engineering include the following areas: Power generation, Utility companies, Manufacturing Plants, University, Colleges and Teaching, Research and Development, Defence Sector, Publishing and Printing. Industries include: Hydraulics and Pneumatics; Automobile; Oil and Gas; Computer; Chemical; Pharmaceutical; Aeronautical; Bottling and Cement.