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Manufacturing Engineering vs. Process Engineering

How does Manufacturing Engineering differ from Process Engineering?

Manufacturing Engineering

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Manufacturing engineering is a field of study that focuses on the industrial manufacturing of products, components, and workpieces. Students learn a variety of manufacturing methods and techniques such as computer-aided design (CAD) to design and optimize production processes. Graduates go on to work in a variety of industrial sectors, including the automotive industry, in medical technology, aerospace, and mechanical engineering.

Process Engineering

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Process engineering is a field of study that deals with the conversion of raw materials into products using technical systems and machines. Students learn more about the chemical, physical, and biological processes involved in these material changes. After graduation, there are career prospects in the chemical or pharmaceutical industry as well as in mechanical and plant engineering.

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