Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Our Mechanical & Materials Engineering department provides unique opportunities for research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and experiential learning. We offer an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering and master's and PhD programs in Bioengineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, and Engineering.
Collaborate Across Disciplines
Ritchie School students collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation and ethical practices. Join us at Ritchie, where the journey to new discoveries begins, and be part of a vibrant community dedicated to research that is changing our world.
Research
Prepared for Industry
Our Mechanical and Materials Engineering graduates excel in competitive industries, securing positions at innovative companies such as Tesla, Edwards Lifesciences, and National Renewable Energy Laboratory. They also thrive at firms like Lockheed Martin, Procter & Gamble, and Ball Aerospace, demonstrating the strength and versatility of their education at Ritchie.
Come For A Visit!
We invite you to experience the Ritchie School firsthand through our lab and classroom tours. You can schedule a tour today or join us at our Friday@DU events to explore our state-of-the-art facilities, meet our faculty, and engage with current students.
Contact The Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department
Breigh Roszelle
Teaching Professor, Mechanical & Materials Engineer; Chair of the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering; Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies
Natalie Gregg, Department Coordinator
Department Coordinator, Electrical & Computer Engineering and Mechanical & Materials Engineering
Featured News
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Academics
Meet the Professor and Team Behind Mithra, the Walking Robot
Dr. Siavash Rezazadeh, professor in the Mechanical and Materials Engineering department, has been with the Ritchie School since 2019, and this academic year, he’s been working on a walking robot. -
Events
Engineers Week 2024 Recap
Originally founded in 1951 by the National Society of Professional Engineers, Engineering Week (E-Week) is a recognized multi-day event nationwide. The Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science took the week of February 18-24 to celebrate the valuable work of its students, staff, and faculty with non-stop food and fun. -
Research & Scholarship
How Can Hip Replacement Surgery be Improved?
Assistant Professor Chadd Clary, PhD, and Brittany Marshall, a current biomechanics graduate student, recently discussed their research on hip replacement surgery. Their work analyzes the bundle of ligaments that make up the hip joint and how different surgical choices could affect the outcome for patients. The research of our faculty and students contributes to our mission of improving the quality of life through advancing technical and scientific knowledge. We are proud of Clary and Marshall's research and can't wait to see how this will improve hip replacements.
