Mechanical Engineering Student Involvement
- AIAA American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
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AIAA is the largest professional and technical society, principal voice, and information resource devoted to the progress of engineering and science in aviation and space. The student chapter of the Tennessee section of AIAA at the University of Tennessee is actively involved in enriching the undergraduate experience of Aerospace Engineering majors by providing aerospace-related social and educational experiences.
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kidambi Sreenivas
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- ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
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ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is a global society advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built environment. The Society and its members focus on building HVAC systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration and sustainability within the industry. Through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education, ASHRAE shapes tomorrow’s built environment today.
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Prakash Damshala
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- ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
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ASME is a 120,000-member professional organization focused on technical, educational and research issues of the engineering and technology community. ASME’s mission is to promote and enhance the technical competency and professional well-being of its members, and through quality programs and activities in mechanical engineering, better enable its practitioners to contribute to the well-being of humankind.
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Chuck Margraves
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- NSBE National Society of Black Engineers
- The National Society of Black Engineers strives to accomplish the following objectives for our organization: Stimulate and develop student interest in the various engineering disciplines Strive to increase the number of minority students studying engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels Encourage members to seek advanced degrees in engineering or related fields and to obtain professional engineering registrations Promote public awareness of engineering and the opportunities for Blacks and other minorities in that profession Function as a representative body on issues and developments that affect the careers of Black Engineers Innovative project ideas are generated and implemented throughout the year on the chapter, regional and national levels. Some of NSBE's present activities include tutorial programs, group study sessions, high school/junior high outreach programs, technical seminars and workshops, a national communications network (NSBENET), two national magazines (NSBE Magazine and NSBE Bridge), an internal newsletter, a professional newsletter (Career Engineer, a supplement in NSBE Magazine), resume books, career fairs, awards, banquets and an annual national convention.
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Raga Ahmed
- The National Society of Black Engineers strives to accomplish the following objectives for our organization: Stimulate and develop student interest in the various engineering disciplines Strive to increase the number of minority students studying engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels Encourage members to seek advanced degrees in engineering or related fields and to obtain professional engineering registrations Promote public awareness of engineering and the opportunities for Blacks and other minorities in that profession Function as a representative body on issues and developments that affect the careers of Black Engineers Innovative project ideas are generated and implemented throughout the year on the chapter, regional and national levels. Some of NSBE's present activities include tutorial programs, group study sessions, high school/junior high outreach programs, technical seminars and workshops, a national communications network (NSBENET), two national magazines (NSBE Magazine and NSBE Bridge), an internal newsletter, a professional newsletter (Career Engineer, a supplement in NSBE Magazine), resume books, career fairs, awards, banquets and an annual national convention.
- SAE Society of Automotive Engineers
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SAE has more than 90,000 members — engineers, business executives, educators, and students from more than 97 countries — who share information and exchange ideas for advancing the engineering of mobility systems. SAE is your one-stop resource for standards development, events, and technical information and expertise used in designing, building, maintaining, and operating self-propelled vehicles for use on land or sea, in air or space.
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Trevor Elliott
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- SWE Society of Women Engineers
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Join a society of pioneers, advocates and mentors who support and guide your collegiate and professional journey, and celebrate your lifelong accomplishments. You gain a vast pool of resources to nurture your personal and career development. And, you impact the future of engineering and technology.
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Yunye Shi
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- Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society
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Tau Beta Pi is an engineering honor society. Students in the upper eighth of the junior and upper fifth of the senior engineering class are eligible for membership consideration.
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Gary McDonald
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