Program Overview
Fairfield University's MS in Mechanical Engineering prepares professionals for advanced careers in the field. The program offers concentrations in Thermal Systems and Mechanical Systems, and includes required courses in numerical methods, concentration-specific topics, and a thesis option. Graduates are equipped with advanced problem-solving skills, innovative techniques, and interdisciplinary approaches, leading to a wide range of career opportunities in various industries.
Program Outline
Extracted Information for MS in Mechanical Engineering at Fairfield University:
Degree Overview:
- Overview: Fairfield University's Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) prepares practicing engineers and aspiring professionals for advanced careers in mechanical engineering and related specializations.
- Objectives:
- Educating students in advanced engineering analysis methods with mathematical and computational skills for advanced problem solving.
- Equipping students with skills and ability to formulate solutions, think independently and creatively, synthesize and integrate information, and work effectively.
- Providing in-depth knowledge for applying innovative techniques to problems and utilize necessary tools for new applications.
- Fostering interdisciplinary approaches to engineering problems.
- Offering opportunities for broader career paths and leadership roles in mechanical engineering for graduates in related fields.
- Concentrations: Thermal Systems and Mechanical Systems.
Outline:
- Required Courses (30 credits):
- Engineering Applications of Numerical Methods
- Seven Concentration Courses
- Thesis I (Thesis Option)
- Thesis II (Thesis Option)
- Elective Courses:
- Students following the non-thesis option will select 2 additional courses for a total of 27 elective credits.
- Faculty:
- Dr. Shahrokh Etemad, Chair of Mechanical Engineering
- Prof. Kathleen Farmer, Associate Director of Graduate Admission
Careers:
- Industry & Growth:
- Median Salary: $88,430 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- Projected Job Growth: 4% over the next 10 years (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- #1 in Best Engineering Jobs (U.S. News and World Report)
- Career Options: Graduate Mechanical Engineering students are prepared for opportunities in various fields like:
- Guiding Development Engineers and Scientists
- Personal and Professional Growth
- Continuing Studies: PhD or Academic Careers
- Career Changes
- Advanced Degree for Undergraduates
- Specific Job Titles:
- Product Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Development Engineer
- Product Manager
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Quality Engineer
- Reliability Engineer
- Materials Engineer
- Thermal Engineer
- Energy Engineer
- Plant Engineer
- R&D Engineer
Other:
- Admission Requirements: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in science or engineering, or equivalent in mechanical engineering.
- Five-Year BS/MS Program: Available for undergraduate students in related fields to obtain both BS and MS degrees in Mechanical Engineering within 5 years.
- Diversity and Inclusive Excellence: Fairfield University emphasizes diversity and inclusion in its programs.
Entry Requirements:
Fairfield University's Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME)
program requires applicants to possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. or its international equivalent in science or engineering, or its equivalent, in the general area of mechanical engineering. Applicants with work experience in a technology environment whose academic and professional record suggests the likelihood of success in a demanding graduate program will also be considered.
Other Important Information:
- The application deadline is on a rolling basis.
- GRE scores are not required for application.
- Students with a GPA below 3.0 may need to submit a statement explaining their GPA and their confidence in maintaining a 3.0 GPA in their graduate studies.
- Tuition and fees information can be found on the university website.
- Students can choose to attend full-time or part-time.
- Most courses are offered in the evenings and some on weekends.
- Class sizes are typically small, with a maximum of 20 students.
- Students from diverse undergraduate backgrounds are welcome to apply.
- Students can complete the degree within 2 years for full-time attendance and within 6 years for part-time attendance.
- Financial aid information can be found on the university website.
- A limited number of graduate assistantships are available.
Contact Information:
For further information or clarifications on entry requirements or language proficiency requirements, you can contact:
School of Engineering & Computing Admission
Email:
kfarmer@fairfield.edu
