Program Overview

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree program is designed to provide a contemporary, educational experience beyond that of undergraduate education 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.

Mission

The mission of the program is to provide graduate students with in-depth knowledge and practices in mechanical engineering related to a chosen area of specialization.

Objectives

The objectives of the program are:

• To provide graduate students with in-depth knowledge and practices in mechanical engineering related to a chosen area of specialization.
• To develop an appreciation of how mechanical engineering is practiced in the modern engineering environment with an emphasis on communication skills and professional behavior and procedures.
• To inspire the students to become life-long learners by providing them with the tools to explore and research a topic independently and systematically.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must possess one of the following:

1. A baccalaureate degree in mechanical engineering from a program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc., or from a recognized foreign institution.
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 Department Graduate Program Director.

Degree Requirements

A student must complete a minimum thirty credit hours of graduate coursework, including ENGG 614 Engineering Mathematics. Except for students enrolled in the Seamless Master's program, a maximum of four 500-level courses may be credited to the MS degree.

Concentration Programs

Concentration programs, which consist of prescribed courses in a specific concentration area, are available through the Mechanical engineering graduate program as follows:

• Artificial Intelligence in Mechanical Engineering
• Biomechanics
• Engineering Management
• Energy Systems
• Nuclear Power
• Green Building Engineering
• Aerospace/Propulsion
• Systems/Control
• Solid Mechanics/Design

Courses

The program offers a wide range of courses, including:

• MECG 512: Energy Conversion
• MECG 513: Introduction to Nuclear Power Plant systems
• MECG 515: Energy Dynamics of Green Building I
• MECG 516: Turbomachinery
• MECG 525: Analysis and Design Hvac Systems
• MECG 528: Combustion Systems
• MECG 531: Introduction to Biomechanics
• MECG 536: Applied Biofluid Mechanics
• MECG 541: Special Topics
• MECG 542: Data Driven Problem Solving in Mechanical Engineering
• MECG 546: Manufacturing Engineering
• MECG 548: Introduction to Robotics
• MECG 551: Vehicle Dynamics
• MECG 605: Flight Mechanics
• MECG 606: Design of Aerospace Structures
• MECG 608: Introduction to Aerodynamics
• MECG 612: Alternative Energy Systems
• MECG 613: Nuclear Reactor Theory and Design
• MECG 614: Energy Management
• MECG 615: Energy Dynamics Green Buildings II
• MECG 617: Solar Energy Sys Theor&Desgn
• MECG 620: Applications of Instrumentation and Data Acquisition
• MECG 621: Advanced Mechatronics
• MECG 627: Applied Solid Mechanics
• MECG 630: Control Sys Theor&Applictions
• MECG 631: Biomechanics Modeling and Applications
• MECG 642: Artificial Intelligence Applications in Mechanical Engineering
• MECG 676: Sustainable Materials Selectn
• MECG 701: Viscous Flow Theory
• MECG 702: Compressible Flow
• MECG 704: Computational Fluid Mechanics
• MECG 706: Advanced Engineering Thermodynamics
• MECG 707: Conduction Heat Transfer
• MECG 708: Convection Heat Transfer
• MECG 709: Radiation Heat Transfer
• MECG 714: Computer Aided Engineering
• MECG 720: Robotics and Automation
• MECG 734: Operation Research
• MECG 735: Theory of Vibration
• MECG 736: Design Machine Elements
• MECG 738: Advanced Dynamics
• MECG 741: Special Topics: in Mechanical Engineering
• MECG 742: Advanced Study: Mechanical Engineering
• MECG 744: Seminar
• MECG 746: Research Project in Mechanical Engineering
• MECG 748: Thesis in Mechanical Engineering

Research Areas

The program offers research opportunities in various areas, including:

• Artificial Intelligence in Mechanical Engineering
• Biomechanics
• Energy Systems
• Nuclear Power
• Green Building Engineering
• Aerospace/Propulsion
• Systems/Control
• Solid Mechanics/Design

Faculty

The program is led by experienced faculty members, including:

• Dr. Parisa Saboori, Chair, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Dr. Bahman Litkouhi, P.E., Director, Graduate Program