Engineering Mechanics (M.S.)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2024-03-01 | - |
Program Overview
College of Engineering
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- Applied Engineering Sciences
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Master of Science in Engineering Mechanics
The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Engineering Mechanics. The program has two plans: Master's Plan A and Master's Plan B.
Master's Plan A
Master's Plan A has four components:
- Prescribed course work
- Research
- A master's thesis
- The oral defense of the master's thesis with M.S. Degree Examination Committee
Master's Plan B
Master's Plan B has two components:
- Prescribed course work
- A final evaluation by the academic advisor and graduate advisor
Application Process
To apply for the M.S. program in Engineering Mechanics, applicants must:
- Submit a graduate application
- Upload required documents, including transcripts and test scores
- Provide a statement of financial proof and affidavit of support (for international students)
- Submit a resume and personal statement
- Pay the application fee
Admission Criteria
Applicants to the M.S. program in Engineering Mechanics should have:
- Earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or a closely related field
- A strong academic record, with a GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Completed the required coursework, including mathematics and physics
Research Areas
The Department of Mechanical Engineering has several research areas, including:
- Biomechanics
- Dynamics and Vibration
- Fluid Mechanics
- Solid Mechanics
- Manufacturing
Biomechanics
The Biomechanics group applies fundamental principles found in mechanical engineering and engineering mechanics to model the human body, predict its response, and create devices that aid in health monitoring, performance improvement, protection, and treatment.
Dynamics and Vibration
The Dynamics and Vibration track provides the engineering and scientific foundation for the analysis and design of machines and structures for their movement and vibration.
Fluid Mechanics
The primary areas of fluid mechanics research at Michigan State University's Mechanical Engineering program are in developing computational methods for the prediction of complex flows, in devising experimental methods of measurement, and in applying them to improve understanding of fluid-flow phenomena.
Solid Mechanics
Research is conducted in analytical, computational, and experimental solid mechanics, including theory of elasticity, fastening and joining, experimental mechanics, and optical strain measurement.
Manufacturing
Research is conducted in the analytical and numerical tools for Design and Manufacturing, including manufacturing processes, optimization, micro-machining, composites manufacturing, and laser cutting and material processing.
Typical M.S. Thesis Program
The typical M.S. thesis program in Engineering Mechanics includes:
- 30 credits of coursework and research
- A master's thesis or final evaluation
- Completion of the program in two years (full-time) or three years (part-time)
Concentrations
The M.S. program in Engineering Mechanics offers several concentrations, including:
- Biofluids and Micro-thermal Fluids
- Soft Tissue Mechanics/Cardiovascular Mechanics
- Musculoskeletal/Biodesign/Rehabilitation
- Dynamics and Vibration
- Mechanical Systems and Control
- Fluid Mechanics
- Solid Mechanics
- Manufacturing
Engineering Mechanics Degree Requirements
The following four requirements must be satisfied:
- ME 820 (Continuum Mechanics)
- ME 821 (Linear Elasticity)
- Either ME 861 (Advanced Dynamics) or ME 825 (Experimental Mechanics)
- A course in Mathematics or Statistics, 400 level or above.