Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

MISSION: The Mechanical Engineering graduate degree program is designed to provide a contemporary, person - centered educational experience characterized by high academic standards, reflection on values and principles, and preparation for a lifelong career.  It is intended to prepare individuals for advanced technical positions or for admission to doctoral programs.

OBJECTIVES: The objectives of the program are: (a) to instruct graduate students on the theories associated with advanced mechanical engineering topics with particular emphasis on the areas of HVAC, computer aided engineering, and thermal/fluid systems, (b) to instruct them on the practices and operations associated with working in industry so that graduates will be able to function effectively and efficiently in the high technology industrial environment of today, and (c) to prepare them for more advanced studies.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION:  Applicants must possess: 1. a baccalaureate degree in mechanical engineering from a program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology or from a recognized foreign institution; or 2. a baccalaureate degree in another area of engineering, physics, or mathematics.

Applicants who have a baccalaureate degree in another area of engineering, physics, or mathematics may be admitted into the program provided they complete undergraduate prerequisites specified by the Chairperson of the Department of Mechanical Engineering.  These courses must be completed with a minimum grade point average of 3.00 with no grade lower than C.  These courses will not satisfy any requirements for the Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering program and the approval of the Dean of Engineering.  Further information may be obtained from the Graduate Division Catalogue. Please direct email enquiries to the Director of the department's graduate program, Dr. Bahman Litkouhi.

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