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Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Degree Program

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What makes this program different?

From robotics to renewable energy systems, students learn the principles to design, manufacture and test machines, biomechanical implants, energy-efficient systems, thermofluid systems and consumer products. From exploring devices powered by body movement or using jet technology to deliver drugs through the skin, we empower students with the skills to create technologies that improve well-being.

Degree
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)

Department
Mechanical, Industrial, and Mechatronics Engineering

Accreditation
Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (external link)  (external link) 

Options
FT 4yrs, Co-op 5 yrs, optional specializations

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Paid experience with industry partners

Co-op students make an average of $50,000 a year, build professional industry connections with experts and gain on-the-job experience in their future careers at leading employers like IBM, GE Power, and the Department of National Defence.

Learn more about the co-op program.

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State-of-the art facilities

From biotechnologies that benefit human health, to autonomous systems and disruptive 3D modelling, revolutionary research is happening in our 21 Mechanical, Industrial, and Mechatronics labs.


Learn about our labs.

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#1 in Ontario for dedicated & personalized student support

The First- Year Engineering Office (FYEO) caters to all first year academic and administrative needs, ensuring a successful transition from high school student to thriving future engineer! First year students also benefit from first year intervention and transition programs that help students maintain and upgrade their academic standing.

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Funding for your studies & business ideas

Explore scholarships, awards, income opportunities, and financial assistance options to finance your studies.

If you have an innovative idea or startup, you may also qualify for Esch Award funding, which supports eligible ventures from the ideation to launch stages.

Explore your journey

The co-operative (co-op) & internship program offers engineering students 8, 12 & 16 months of paid, full-time on-the-job experience, to develop skills, build professional connections and gain confidence in their chosen discipline.

The Optional Specialization in Management Sciences (OSMS) focuses on engineering and operations management, operations research, finance and organizational behaviour and prepares students for engineering leadership.

The Accelerated Masters of Applied Science Pathway helps research-minded students, who have a minimum CGPA of A-, earn a Master of Applied Sciences up to one year earlier.

Professional Engineer (P.Eng) License (external link)  is an optional professional designation for engineering graduates through Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).

The first year transition program is designed to help students who may be struggling with the pace of university learning, have missed credits, or need to improve their academic standing. This program ensures that students have the tools and guidance they need to succeed and remain on track in their studies.

Through both theory and application, students begin their program by focusing on the foundations of engineering science, studying robotics, materials, thermodynamics, machine and system design, manufacturing, control systems and more.

In fourth year, students collaborate on a large-scale design project, leaving them well-equipped to start careers and make a positive impact on society. Full course descriptions are available on the undergraduate calendar. 

 

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Dr. Der Chyan Bill Lin, PhD

From microelectromechanical systems to nano scale devices, advanced materials and structures to manufacturing technology, robotic perception and AI to clean and renewable energy, the mechanical engineering (ME) program prepares the students to meet the challenges of the future.  The ME program curriculum offers a carefully designed set of courses, hands-on labs, and student competition teams and clubs, co-op internship opportunities, and aims at training our students to become valuable assets for employers and contributing members of the society.

Get help!

Program-specific, career development, personal counselling and more, TMU is #1 in Ontario for providing support throughout your student journey.

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Clusters & zones

Students and faculty tackle real-world problems through our four zones and six clusters by joining forces with leading organizations, from industry and hospitals to community and government. Our students receive one-on-one mentorship from multidisciplinary experts, and use state-of-the-art technologies that ignite and nurture their start-ups from the ground up. 

What does a mechanical engineer graduate do?

Career possibilities

Mechanical engineering graduates become leaders in this in-demand field, embodying the technical skills and solutions-oriented experience needed to create exciting and innovative solutions for employers across sectors. From amusement parks to tech giants, graduates land a variety of technical and leadership roles as automotive engineers, design engineers, manufacturing analysts, product development engineers and more.

Possible employers:

TMU’s mechanical engineering graduates work for a variety of leading companies including: 

  • Alphabet 
  • Apple
  • Bombardier
  • General Motors
  • IBM
  • Ontario Power 
  • Pfizer
  • Siemens Canada
  • Stantec
  • + More
Building science engineer at Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd.

Ruth Arunachalam
Junior Mechanical Engineer, Mosaic Manufacturing

“With mechanical engineering, you can choose a career path that involves technical, computer-based work, or a more hands-on role in the field.”

Mechanical Engineering (BEng) ʼ21

Niki Abbasi
Senior Scientist, Merck

“With the support of my supervisor and peers, I was able to experiment and work on projects that helped foster my passion for challenging and rewarding research.”

Mechanical Engineering, (BEng) ʼ16, (MASc) ʼ18

Dr. Payam Emadi
Forensic Mechanical and Materials Engineer, Origin And Cause

"My time at Toronto Metropolitan University was more than just an education—it was where my passion for mechanical engineering was nurtured, where lifelong connections were forged, and where professors took a genuine interest in my growth. From undergrad to PhD, the experiences I had there shaped me into the professional I am today, and for that, I will always be grateful."

Mechanical Engineering (BEng) ʼ14, (MASc) ʼ17, (PhD) ʼ22

 

 

Finance your studies

$10M for entrance scholarships

We offer more than $10M in academic-based entrance scholarships.

Find out if you’re eligible

$10k for current students

We also offer more than $10k in aerospace engineering-specific awards. Look for one of our eight awards on the university’s scholarships and awards platform.  (external link) 

Earn income & develop career-related skills

Undergraduate research assistantships are available for third year students with a CGPA of 3.0 or more.

The Career Boost program provides jobs to eligible full-time undergraduate students.

Get financial assistance

Get info on government financial aid programs such as OSAP, out-of-province student loans, and U.S. student loans.

Apply for financial assistance

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