Graduate programs of study are available leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical engineering. In addition to fulfilling the basic requirements for admission to the Graduate School, applicants are expected to have an undergraduate degree equivalent to a B.S. in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited university. All options require a minimum of 31 credits of graduate study.
Candidates can earn a minor in manufacturing engineering.
Doctoral candidates must complete a program of study determined by the student and his or her advisory committee. The student must successfully pass a written and oral comprehensive examination administered after approximately 80 percent of the course work is completed. He or she must submit and defend an acceptable dissertation based on independent investigation in a field of study approved by the advisory committee. Every doctoral student must be proficient in two research tools as outlined in the department guidelines. Normal programs for doctoral study consist of 48 credits of approved course work and 24 credits of research beyond the Bachelor of Science degree.