Mechanical engineering is the prime mover of any nation development. Nothing can be manufactured without the involvement of mechanical engineering. Due to fast increase of manufacturing, mining and gas industries, the well qualified technicians and engineers are highly needed. These personnel can be obtained from Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology at the department of mechanical engineering

The department offers Ordinary Diploma and Bachelor of Engineering (NTA level 4-8) in mechanical engineering. The department has adequate physical resources to include classrooms, laboratories and workshops. In addition, the department has 21 teaching staff and 6 technical supporting Staff