The program includes the study of the scientific and technical principles underlying modern engineering practice and of the advanced mathematical techniques needed for their application in research and design. An individual applied research or design study, the results of which are presented in a Master's thesis or project report, complements the formal class work and completes the program. Each class meets for one hour and fifteen minutes twice a week. A student working full time can usually take two courses each semester, spending two evenings per week on campus. Of course, full time students may schedule more than two courses each semester.
Elective courses allow for the development of the particular interests of each student.
This area focuses on the design of products and on the manufacturing systems needed for their production. Classical and computer-aided techniques are studied to provide a strong background in mechanical design theory and practice. Industrial software tools are used to perform finite-element modeling, dynamic system analysis and design optimization. Study of the techniques for Product Design and Manufacturing, Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, and Industrial Management is conducted. This area concentrates on the principles of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics as applied to such products as heat exchangers, internal combustion engines, gas turbines, and solar energy systems.