Applying classroom knowledge to real-world projects and working in multidisciplinary teams are vital components of the Michigan Engineering experience. Nearly 100 student teams and organizations offer exciting opportunities for everyone.

Examples of Student Team Projects

• Aero Design/M-Fly
• Autonomous Surface Vehicle
• Challenge X (crossover vehicle)
• Chemical Car
• Concrete Canoe
• Formula SAE
• Human-Powered Helicopter
• Human-Powered Submarine
• Mars Rover
• Mini-Baja Car
• Solar Car
• Steel Bridge
• Student Space Systems Fabrication Laboratory (S3FL)
• For a full list of teams and projects see this page.

The ChemE Car can be no larger than a shoebox and must be powered by a chemical. The team calibrates the car to travel a specified distance carrying a specified volume of water. The winning car is the one that comes to a complete stop closest to the target distance.