The Department of Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Texas-Pan American offers the Bachelor of Science degree (BS MfgE) and a Master of Science (MSE) in Manufacturing Engineering.

The Bachelor of Science Manufacturing Engineering degree is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering & Technology (ABET). The department is housed in the University's new 122,000-square-foot Engineering Building, which features state-of-the-art instructional and laboratory facilities. The goal of the program is to provide a level of experience to permit students to step directly into either industry jobs or pursue graduate school.

Class sizes are small to ensure students receive personal attention. The BS MfgE degree emphasizes practical experience, including more laboratory hours than any other engineering degree in the state. Laboratories feature realistic problems and primarily industrial and research grade instrumentation and equipment. All engineering students at UT Pan American have opportunities to work with instrumentation available mainly to graduate students at most institutions.

The faculty hold Ph.D.s from some of the top engineering schools in the United States. They continue to pursue research and engineering projects, which provide numerous opportunities for students to participate in cutting-edge technology during the summer or part time during the school year.

Mission Statement
What Is Manufacturing Engineering?
What Do Manufacturing Engineers Do?

Mission Statement

The Manufacturing Engineering Department will provide a quality engineering education to prepare students for the practice of engineering. A strong laboratory component in the curriculum, with opportunities for industrial internships and research experiences will provide engineering skills that enhance the understanding of the applications of engineering sciences and the realization of the importance of lifelong learning. A strong emphasis on verbal and written communications will be stressed.

What Is Manufacturing Engineering?

All products from aircraft and automobiles to computers and toys must be manufactured. Manufacturing engineering encompasses the science and art of making quality products at a reasonable cost. It is a multidisciplinary field including elements of mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, materials science and electrical engineering. The core areas of manufacturing engineering include manufacturing processes, planning, quality control, tool design, robotics, computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing.

What Do Manufacturing Engineers Do?

Manufacturing engineers design the process that makes the product. They must be familiar enough with the various production methods like metal cutting, forming, assembly, inspection and testing in order to plan the process and conduct research to identify the best operating conditions. They may design special tools and machines and make innovations to improve existing production methods. They determine the work standards and synchronize manufacturing operations to ensure smooth progress of the parts and materials, from receiving to shipping. They must integrate the facilities, people and equipment into a system that produces quality products efficiently.