Mechanical Engineering

Undergraduate
On Ground
128 hours
4 years

Mechanical engineering at Harding

The mechanical engineering degree is designed for students interested in applying engineering, physics and material science techniques to research, design, develop, analyze, build and test mechanical and thermal systems. Students learn fundamentals of engineering materials, solid and fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, system dynamics, and control to analyze and design machines for various applications.

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Why study mechanical engineering at Harding?

Innovative Thinking

Mechanical engineering is the foundation of innovation — designing everything from engines to medical devices. You’ll learn how things work, how to make them better and how to build solutions that shape the future. It blends creativity with hands-on skills and real-world problem solving. If you’re curious, inventive and want to make an impact, this is where it starts.

Hands-On Skills

Hands-on learning means you won’t just study concepts — you’ll apply them in real projects and labs. You’ll design, build and test machines, systems and prototypes from day one. Using 3D printers, wind tunnels and robotics kits, you’ll gain experience that mirrors the real world. It’s learning by doing — building confidence, skills and a strong engineering mindset.

Christian Perspective

You’ll be challenged to see engineering not only as a career but also as a calling to serve others and glorify God. Courses and projects are designed to build leadership, teamwork and integrity — preparing you to lead with character in any industry. Through studying how the world works, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for God’s creation and be equipped to design solutions that improve lives and honor him.

More information

The Bachelor of Science program in mechanical engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
  • Human-centered design
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Physics

The goal of the Harding University student chapter of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers is to 

  • advance and disseminate the knowledge of mechanical engineering
  • provide an initial means of contact with the professional industrial world by means of tours, guest speakers, participating in related industry events and involvement in ASME events
  • prepare students for standardized professional testing
  • promote development of an ethical and community-conscientious student and future engineer with a Christian worldview.

What can you do with a degree in mechanical engineering?

Transportation

Mechanical engineering core competencies like fluids, dynamics, thermodynamics and materials engineering all apply to a variety of transportation industries. These include automotive, aviation, rail, marine and space. Mechanical engineers are key to producing the next generation of vehicles that meet our transportation needs.

Robotics

Technology is integrating into our lives more every day. This increases the need for more mechanical engineers that are focused on designing and building the robots, drones, robotic prosthetics and other devices that will perform and support human tasks.

Manufacturing

Manufacturing engineers design and implement efficient systems to manufacture specific products. Thay are familiar with every step of the product manufacturing process, choosing or designing the best equipment for the production of the product.

WITH A FOCUS ON TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE FROM A CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW, WE EMPOWER STUDENTS TO MAKE A MEANINGFUL IMPACT AS ENGINEERS.
Dr. Zane Gastineau

Department Chair

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