Flexible manufacturing systems, robotics, machine vision, and computer-aided manufacturing are supported by a computer integrated manufacturing laboratory. Extensive facilities for destructive and non-destructive testing of advanced materials and structures are available. Advanced manufacturing facilities for composite materials and structures are continually expanding. Facilities for decision support systems, facilities design, and expert systems are undergoing expansion. Arrangements can also be made for graduate students to use the research facilities of other university departments.
Research is sponsored by industry and governmental agencies.
Engineering master's degree students must follow the degree requirements in For Master's Students in the Graduate Catalog. Refer to For Doctoral Students in the Graduate Catalog for additional information. Students are expected to be familiar with both department and College of Graduate Studies requirements. Both teaching and research assistantships are available on a competitive basis. Teaching assistantships involve assisting professors with the conduct of their classes, including preparation and grading.