Programs
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
A Master’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering, with either a thesis or non-thesis option, allows graduate students to stay at the forefront of technology. Students elevate their expertise with specialty fields such as biomechanics, renewable and sustainable energy and unmanned systems. Distinguished faculty guide the research, which is funded by prominent businesses and organizations.
Specialty areas
- Biomechanics (PDF)
- Materials (PDF)
- Manufacturing (PDF)
- Thermal and Fluid Sciences (PDF)
- Robotics and Controls (PDF)
Apply to the MS Mechanical Engineering - Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 entry
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
The Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering that features advanced coursework and research opportunities customized to align with your interests and career aspirations. With the knowledge from our program, graduates can pursue careers with the ability to address complex engineering programs.
Apply to the Mechanical Engineering Ph.D.
Interdisciplinary Ph.D.
The Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program is no longer accepting new students. Current students can find program information on the School of Graduate Studies.
Areas of Research
- 3D modeling and printing
- Computer-aided design
- Mechanical design synthesis
- Manufacturing engineering
- Automation, robotics and controls
- Turbulence modeling
- Turbulent heat transfer
- Stochastics systems
- Renewable energy
- Solar energy
- Computational fluid dynamics
- Energy storage
- Unmanned aircraft
- Aerospace engineering