Mechanical Engineering Graduate Programs

Why Pursue a Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ?

The mechanical engineering graduate degree programs are designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the mechanical engineering field, while providing depth in specific option areas including:

  • Dynamic Systems and Controls
  • Fluid and Thermal Sciences
  • Materials and Mechanics
  • Mechanical and Environmental Systems
  • Nuclear Engineering
  • Energy Systems

Degrees Offered

Majors

Certificates/Licensures

Career Opportunities

Graduates from the program have gone on to work in a broad range of industries, including: academia, national labs, automotive, aerospace, nuclear, energy, entertainment, and manufacturing.

Faculty and Facilities

The Department of Mechanical Engineering employs nearly 20 experienced faculty members, eight of whom are fellows of their professional societies. We have active research programs with funding from multiple sources, including:

  • U.S. Department of Defense
  • U.S. Department of Energy
  • Office of Naval Research
  • NASA
  • National Institute of Health
  • Mission Support and Test Services (MSTS)
  • National Science Foundation
  • USDA

Research labs hosted by the department include:

  • Biomedical
  • Corrosion
  • Material Characterization
  • Nuclear Engineering
  • Photovoltaic Cells
  • Robotics
  • Smart Materials
  • Solar Energy
  • UAV

Some of our research facilities are housed in the Science and Engineering Building (SEB) which creates a unique environment for interdisciplinary work on the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ campus.

Evening shot of the Science & Engineering Building

Scholarships Available

The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers multiple teaching and research assistantships.

Program Admission

General guidelines for admission to the Graduate College.

Additional requirements for the Department of Mechanical Engineering.