To perform such research, the candidate takes courses relevant to the problem domain. The culmination of the research is the Ph.D. dissertation. The Ph.D. with a concentration in MfgSE is intended primarily for those desiring to develop expertise in a particular, focused problem domain.
Graduates typically seek research-oriented industrial positions or academic appointments.
The Ph.D. curriculum in MfgSE builds on the M.S. curriculum with a minimum of six additional courses as well as elective course credits and doctoral research. Research Assistantships and Stipends Graduate Research Assistantships and Graduate Intern Fellowships are available for students seeking a Ph.D. in industrial and systems engineering with a manufacturing systems engineering concentration. Students interested in these positions should contact the faculty to discuss available opportunities. More information on financial aid for graduate students is available. Additional courses may be selected from within the department or from a related area as long as such course are approved by the student's advisory committee.