Program Overview

Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration Master of Science Degree

Overview

The master's in manufacturing and mechanical systems integration is a manufacturing engineering degree designed for individuals who wish to achieve a high level of aptitude, competence, and skill in mechanical or manufacturing engineering, or advanced mechanical systems. The manufacturing and mechanical systems integration degree combines engineering, business, and management to effectively guide and lead in a range of manufacturing enterprises.

Why Study Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration at RIT?

• STEM-OPT Visa Eligible: The STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) program allows full-time, on-campus international students on an F-1 student visa to stay and work in the U.S. for up to three years after graduation.
• Six Dynamic Options: Choose from advanced mechanics; electronics packaging; polymer engineering and technology; product design; quality; and robotics and advanced manufacturing systems.
• Future-Focused Curriculum: RIT's forward-thinking courses cover manufacturing and mechanical systems fundamentals, project management, advanced mechanical systems, integrated mechanical systems, manufacturing process improvements and efficiencies, and the business and financial aspects of manufacturing.

Top Employers

Recent graduates are employed by US Naval Research Laboratory; Northrop Grumman; Micron Technology, Inc.; L3Harris Technologies; Intel Corporation; GlobalFoundries; General Dynamics; Bristol Myers Squibb; Fiat Chrysler Automobiles; Honeywell Aerospace; Keurig Dr Pepper; and Whirlpool.

Careers and Cooperative Education

Typical Job Titles

• Applications Engineer
• Automation Engineer
• Design Engineer
• Industrial Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Process Engineer
• Product Development Engineer
• Project Manager
• Quality Engineer
• Supply Chain Analyst

Cooperative Education

Full-time students are eligible to participate in RIT’s cooperative education program. After completing two semesters (a minimum of 18 credit hours), students may request approval to complete up to one year of cooperative education employment related to their field of study.

Curriculum

Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration (thesis option), MS degree, typical course sequence

• First Year
  • ACCT-603: Accounting for Decision Makers
  • RMET-600: MMSI Graduate Seminar
  • RMET-650: Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Fundamentals
  • RMET-730: Six Sigma for Design and Manufacturing
  • STAT-670: Design of Experiments
  • MMSI Option Courses
• Second Year
  • DECS-744: Project Management
  • RMET-790: MMSI Thesis
  • Elective
  • MMSI Option Course

Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration (capstone project option), MS degree, typical course sequence

• First Year
  • ACCT-603: Accounting for Decision Makers
  • RMET-600: MMSI Graduate Seminar
  • RMET-650: Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Fundamentals
  • RMET-730: Six Sigma for Design and Manufacturing
  • STAT-670: Design of Experiments
  • MMSI Option Courses
  • Elective
• Second Year
  • DECS-744: Project Management
  • RMET-797: MMSI Capstone Project
  • MMSI Option Course
  • Elective

Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration (comprehensive exam option), MS degree, typical course sequence

• First Year
  • ACCT-603: Accounting for Decision Makers
  • RMET-600: MMSI Graduate Seminar
  • RMET-650: Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Fundamentals
  • RMET-730: Six Sigma for Design and Manufacturing
  • STAT-670: Design of Experiments
  • MMSI Option Courses
  • Elective
• Second Year
  • RMET-795: MMSI Comprehensive Exam
  • DECS-744: Project Management
  • MMSI Option Course
  • Electives

Options

• Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing Systems
  • ISEE-708: Systems Simulation
  • RMET-671: Advanced Automation Systems and Control
  • RMET-685: Robotics & Automation
  • RMET-687: Robotics: Sensors & Vision
  • TCET-620: Applied Machine Learning
• Electronics Packaging
  • RMET-645: Surface Mount Electronics Manufacturing
  • RMET-656: Advanced Concepts in Semiconductor Packaging
  • ISEE-740: Design for Manufacture and Assembly
  • TCET-740: Fiber Optic Communications
  • TCET-741: Fiber Optic Communications Lab
• Product Design
  • MCET-620: Robust Design & Production Systems
  • MCET-670: Concept/Product Design Management
  • MCET-683: Plastics Product Design
  • MCET-720: Product and Production System Development & Integration
• Quality
  • MCET-620: Robust Design & Production Systems
  • STAT-621: Statistical Quality Control
  • STAT-641: Applied Linear Models - Regression
• Polymer Engineering & Technology
  • MCET-630: Polymer Engineering Research (REQUIRED)
  • MCET-674: Plastics and Composites Materials
  • MCET-675: Plastics and Composites Materials Laboratory
  • MCET-680: Plastics Manufacturing Technology
  • MCET-683: Plastics Product Design
• Advanced Mechanics
  • MCET-683: Plastics Product Design
  • MCET-661: Multiphysics Modeling: Materials, Components, and Systems
  • MCET-662: Advanced Fluids Mechanics and Modeling
  • MCET-692: Spray Theory and Application
  • MCET-695: Applied Finite Element Analysis

Admissions and Financial Aid

• Application Details
  • Complete an online graduate application.
  • Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
  • Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college in the field of engineering, engineering technology, or computing.
  • Satisfy prerequisite requirements and/or complete bridge courses prior to starting program coursework.
  • Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Submit a personal statement of educational objectives.
  • Submit one letter of recommendation.
  • Entrance exam requirements: GRE required for individuals with degrees from international universities.
  • Submit English language test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic), if required.

Cost and Financial Aid

An RIT graduate degree is an investment with lifelong returns. Graduate tuition varies by degree, the number of credits taken per semester, and delivery method.

Faculty

• Gary DeAngelis: Senior Lecturer
• Larry Villasmil: Associate Professor
• Betsy Dell: Professor

Facilities

• Machine Shop

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Contact

• Admissions Contact: G. Jackson Gagnier, Admissions Counselor
• Program Contact: Cecilia Creel Gomez, Senior Staff Assistant