Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Welcome to the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering!
Our department is a vibrant and comprehensive department with 55 faculty members, three staff members, over 5,000 undergraduate students, and more than 780 graduate students. We offer a broad range of degree programs in mechanical, aerospace, and biomedical engineering, reflecting our strong commitment to education, research, and workforce development.
Our world‑renowned faculty conduct cutting‑edge research supported by government agencies, national laboratories, and industry partners. These close industry connections provide students with exceptional opportunities through internships, fellowships and hands‑on research experiences.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be the No. 1 supplier of graduates to the aerospace and defense industries, home to nationally recognized research programs, and a recipient of numerous prestigious faculty awards and fellowships. Our graduates go on to successful careers in space, energy, advanced manufacturing, biomedical innovation, AI and emerging technologies.
We invite you to explore MAE and join us in shaping the future of engineering.