Product Design and Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineering
OPTION IN PRODUCT DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING
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This option focuses on the design and manufacture of innovative, high-quality products. You’ll learn how to move ideas from concept to production — designing for performance, safety, cost efficiency, and sustainability.

This transcript-visible option prepares you to lead in product development and advanced manufacturing, bringing ideas to life in industries that shape everyday experiences.

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Call it whatever you want – a concentration, a focus area, a specialization… when it’s visible on your transcript, we call it a degree option.

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