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Graduate Program Objectives

The program educational objectives of the M.S.M.E. and Ph.D. programs in the Department of Mechanical Engineering are to produce graduates who:

1. have a depth of knowledge in a particular field or subfield of mechanical engineering so that they are recognized as experts and/or innovators in that field.
2. have a working knowledge of complementary areas of mechanical engineering and related fields, including other engineering disciplines, the sciences, and mathematics.
3. have the ability to identify pertinent research problems (Ph.D. only) and to formulate a research plan (both M.S.M.E. and Ph.D.).
4. have the skills to execute a research plan and to generate and analyze original research results.
5. are able to effectively communicate through oral presentations and written publications.
6. are prepared for successful careers in industry, government and/or academia, and have the basic skills needed for life-long learning and professional development.
7. have an appreciation of scholarship, leadership, and service.