Students in Western Kentucky are taking advantage of a phenomenal educational opportunity that’s available close to home. The University of Kentucky, in collaboration with West Kentucky Community and Technical College, offers studies leading to bachelor’s degrees from UK in Mechanical Engineering and Chemical Engineering. The Mechanical Engineering and Chemical Engineering programs, initiated in 1997, are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. They not only add to the range of opportunities for students but also meet the regional need for professional engineers in this highly industrialized part of the Commonwealth.
UK Paducah Engineering Program Celebrates 20 Years
In 1992, Steve Polston worked as the plant manager of the Lockheed Martin Uranium Enrichment Plant in Paducah. Each year, about 20 percent of his engineering staff would move for the sake of career advancement. He decided to do something about it.
UK Paducah Campus to Celebrate 20th Anniversary September 21
The festivities will begin with at 5:30 p.m. reception, followed by a 7:00 p.m. ceremony that will honor several individuals who have made the UK Paducah program possible.
Joshi and Browning Win Awards at 7th International Congress on Sustainability Science and Engineering
Chandni Joshi and Shelby Browning recently presented their research and won awards at the 7th International Congress on Sustainability Science and Engineering.
