Strategic Planning
Mechanical Engineering MissionOur mission is to advance the well-being of society through excellence in teaching, research and service that exploits the rapidly changing technical diversity of mechanical engineering. We achieve this within a collaborative environment that stimulates faculty, staff and students to reach their highest potential through life-long learning.
Mechanical Engineering Values
In order to foster our mission of advancing the well-being of society through mechanical engineering, we strive to educate high quality engineers who:
- are prepared for the next stage in their careers
- understand the impact of their work on society
- value lifelong learning
- are producing fundamental, applied research that is responsive to societal needs
- are maintaining a supportive infrastructure and environment that encourages diversity and rewards teamwork and collaboration
- are respecting the needs and contributions of every individual
The University of Washington Department of Mechanical Engineering is a premier department educating high quality engineers to serve the diverse needs of our changing society. These include the environment, health care, information technology and manufacturing. There are four key elements to our success. First, the department has a well-funded, high quality research environment that is internationally regarded in key areas, attracting superior faculty and students. Second, the faculty is committed to excellence in teaching and continuous improvement to our curricula. Third, the department has strong, dynamic alliances with industry, alumni, other departments and the community.
