The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers the non-thesis Master of Science (M.S.), which supports advanced study in engineering mechanics, experimental mechanics, robotics, vibrations, dynamical systems, engineering design, engineering acoustics, computer-aided design, materials science, and thermal/fluid sciences.
For those looking to further their education, but who may be unable to commit to a master’s degree, the department offers a Tribology Engineering graduate certificate, which allows students to take individual courses of their interest while still earning academic credit.
What can I DO with this degree?
Mechanical engineers design, develop, build, and test mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, with a median pay of $99,510 annually (2023). These engineers generally work in offices, occasionally visiting worksites where a problem or piece of equipment needs their personal attention. Mechanical engineers work mostly in engineering services, research and development, and manufacturing. For more information, visit the occupational outlook summary.