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What is Mechanical Engineering?
What is Mechanical Engineering?
Mechanical Engineering is the branch of engineering that focuses on the design, analysis, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical systems. It applies principles of physics and mathematics to solve problems related to motion, energy, and force. Mechanical engineers work across a wide range of industries — from automotive and aerospace to robotics and renewable energy.
What you Learn… How?
What you Learn… How?
In Mechanical Engineering, you learn how to design and analyze systems that involve mechanical motion and energy. Through lectures, labs, and design projects, you’ll master the core foundations like thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, strength of materials, and mechanical systems design. You'll also explore areas like CAD (Computer-Aided Design), control systems, and robotics. As one of the most hands-on engineering programs, Mechanical Engineering builds your ability to prototype, test, and iterate — crucial for roles in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and energy.
Examples of First Year Courses
Calculus 1 for Engineering
Engineering Physics (Statics & Dynamics)
Linear Algebra for Engineering
Introduction to Materials Science
Engineering Design and Practice
Sample Employment and Average Salary
Mechanical Engineer ($85,000)
Project Engineer ($88,000)
HVAC Design Engineer ($78,000)
Manufacturing Engineer ($82,000)
Automotive Design Engineer ($90,000)
Mechatronics/Automation Engineer ($93,000)
How To Get In?
How To Get In?
Prerequisites
4U Calculus & Vectors
4U Advanced Functions
4U Chemistry
4U Physics
4U English
One 4U or Mixed Course
General Statements
An Average of Low to Mid 80’s is required to be considered for all tiers
All Prerequisite Courses must have been taken or be planned
There is NO GUARANTEE of admission even with hitting requirements
Mechanical Engineering is one of the most in-dmoand engineering disiplines
The NaviGrad Tiering system for Mechanical Engineering is as follows:
Tier 1
UWaterloo, UofT
Tier 2
McMaster, Western, Queens
Tier 3
Carleton, TMU, UOttawa
Tier 4
York, Ontario Tech
Tier 5
Others
Tier Requirements
Tier 1
Mid 90’s for normal consideration
Low 90’s with special consideration (Above Average Extracurriculars)
Waterloo
Average 94%+ for normal consideration
Admissions usually from 95-97%
Supplementary AIF, and Optional Video Interview
Acceptance Rate of 5-6%
UofT
Very competitive (95%+, usually 96-98%)
Huge supplemental application on engineering portal
Video Interview with timed written and video answers
7-8% acceptance rate
Tier 2
Low 90’s for normal consideration
High 80’s with special consideration (Above Average Extracurriculars)
McMaster
General Engineering First Year
Everyone applies for the mainstream Engineering
They admit about 10,000 students a year, with over 15,000 applicants
94%+ is considered safe, though 92%+ should suffice
Western
Offers Integrated Engineering and optional Ivey dual degree
Admission around 90–93%
Acceptance Rate of 50-65%
Must take CASper
Queens
Low to Mid 90’s, with good EC’s
Main track engineering first year
Acceptance rate of about 10-12%
Tier 3
Good Mechanical Engineering programs with great opportunities
High 80 average, with minimal Extracurriculars
Acceptance rates are in the 40-60% range
Tier 4
Decent Programs that do allow you to get jobs after, but should only be backups
Mid - High 80’s, and non important Extracurriculars will suffice
Tier 5
Extra Backups if needed
Can range, but usually low 80’s even high 70’s for the non competitive Engineering programs
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