Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME)

Mechanical Engineering Department of MIST has started its journey since January 2003 with 45 students in Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program and till April 2020, 754 students have been graduated. The department offers degree in Bachelor of Science, Masters of Science, Master of Engineering, Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering. Currently, 259 students are enrolled in B.Sc program while 68 students are pursuing post-graduation. This department aims to provide high-quality Mechanical Engineering education and contribute new knowledge through research in Mechanical Engineering as well as allied disciplines. Mechanical Engineering curriculum of MIST provides a solid foundation in the basic engineering sciences of solid mechanics and dynamics, materials engineering, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer. Since its inception, the department of Mechanical Engineering has not only been producing excellent mechanical engineers to serve the industry but also inspiring many students to be researchers who are showing extra-ordinary capabilities at home and abroad. Every year this department conducts various Seminars/ Short Courses to equip the students with essential knowledge that would make them fit for the industry. Concerning co and extra-curricular activities, students of this department are regularly participating and winning in various robotics, engineering, sports and cultural competitions.

• Undergraduate level: BSc in ME
• Master’s Program: MSc in ME
• Doctoral Program: Ph.D. in ME
• Short Courses: Based on the requirement from the students, Govt. establishments, industries, etc. dynamic short courses of one to four weeks are conducted by the department of ME. Some of the recent short courses include Programmable Logic Controller, Modern Features of Automotive Vehicle and Vehicle Inspection Procedure, Hydraulic System Design, Air Conditioning Duct design (HVAC), etc.

The Dept. of ME provides for a conducive learning environment for the students in the form of state of the art classrooms and well equipped laboratories. While the classrooms provide an opportunity to learn the technical aspect of the subject, the laboratories provide an opportunity for the students to have an “hands on" experience on technology and thus innovate. The air-conditioned classrooms with broadband Wi-Fi, projection system, document readers are an ideal place for collaborative learning. The existing 13 laboratories are Thermodynamics Lab, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Unit, Measurement and Quality Control Lab, Heat Transfer Lab, Machine Tools Lab, Material Production Process, Drawing Shop (CAD) Lab, Heat Engine Lab, Applied Mechanics Lab, Fluid Mechanics Lab, Automobile Lab.

A highly motivated faculty and state of the art laboratories provide on ideal environment for the students to carry out their research, undertake projects and publish their results in international/national journals and conferences. The faculties of the department lead these research work and mentor the students so that the students acquire the necessary skill set. During the last four years only, the research work of our faculties and students have resulted in 42 Journal/book chapter publications and over 95 conference papers, having a global footprint to include countries like USA, UK, Japan, Singapore, India, South Korea, Spain to name a few.

Department of Mechanical Engineering arranges contests throughout the year to cope with the monotony of the curriculum. Presently, MIST Campus Hour is held once a month where students participate in different cultural events and contests. Contests are arranged by the department as well as by clubs like MOTO MIST Automotive Club, under Mechanical Engineering Department. Recently, MOTOMIST held “Trash to Toy” Contest where students made toy vehicles from instruments available around them. It showcased the ability to utilize materials which many would call trash. ME Dept. also arranges many workshops, seminars, short courses where contests also take place. Recent Solidworks competition saw many students with skilled design ability blossom. There is also “Mecha Olympiad” held yearly on “Mecha Day” to recap and enjoy what the students have learned at the end of the academic year. Contests are followed by prize giving ceremony and cultural events.

Following the guidance of skilled Faculty members and Supported by MIST authority, undergraduate and post-graduate students gained many achievements over the years by participating in the HULT prize to winning multiple best paper awards at both home and abroad. The talented and self-motivated students always continuously prove their worth by successfully competing and winning various awards in numerous idea and innovation competitions such as Robolution, GPH Ishpat Esho Robot Banai, International Telco Warfare etc. and in prestigious conferences and seminar.

Centre for Advisory and Testing Services (CATS) is one of the prime features of MIST and Department of Mechanical Engineering provides instruments, facilities, technicians and resourceful minds to conduct varies testing. ME Department is responsible for testing performance and parameters of Hydraulic Pump, 2 Wheel Vehicle, 4 Wheel Vehicle, Material Properties, Engine Performance etc. These bring revenue and fame to the department as well as MIST.

Hydraulic Pump Test Bench: The pump test bench available at MIST is capable of testing the deepest submersible pumps bought into Bangladesh. Today, MIST tests pumps of WASA and many other private organizations.

Vehicle Testing: ME Dept. started out with three wheeler CNG testing and has reached out to test four wheelers too. Testing includes emission test, fuel economic test, brake test, acceleration test, engine performance test, material test etc.

Dynamometer: Recently developed dynamometer is capable of testing high horsepower engines as well as motors.

Material Testing: With the material tester machine, MIST can provide the exact amount of element present in a certain part or a product. With the help of furnace, MIST can also test the phase of iron present in the part.

Fatigue Testing: ME Dept. is currently also testing fatigue of a part. It has tested fatigue of different motorcycle parts in recent times.

Hardness Testing: ME Dept. is also testing hardness of material and have tested the motorcycles hardness properties.

Established in 2013, MOTOMIST Automotive club, operated under Mechanical Engineering department is becoming a one of the most popular extracurricular activities for enthusiast of automotive. With different seminars and workshop arranged over the last few years, MOTOMIST has showcased its capability to enrich the knowledge in vehicles and provide mind relief for the students. Also, it has arranged industrial visits to Runner Automobiles. The club is backed up by the Automobile laboratory and has set up a strong display in its features to show young enthusiast the recent trends of automotive as well as the fundamentals. The ever-improving automotive sector will always be a fascination dream workplace for young engineers and MOTOMIST will help to make that come true in the coming years with more assembling units coming to Bangladesh.