A Mechanical Engineering Technician is a person who makes science and engineering work. This person is a general problem solver and communicator. The MET uses the modern tools of technology along with the basic principles of science and mathematics, and the quality standards of industry to design and produce the products and services required by society.

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"We bring engineering to life."

Augusta Tech MET graduates are engaged in the design and production of a wide range of exciting products and activities. A few examples are:

• the worlds largest and most powerful pumps
• dental materials
• artificial sweeteners
• fertilizer
• lock boxes and safes
• commercial kitchen equipment
• high temperature heat resistant materials
• heat exchangers
• managing Internet web sights
• designing process piping
• petroleum process valves
• automated packaging equipment
• golf carts
• building design