May 10, 2024  
2023-2024 Graduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Graduate Catalog

Mechanical Engineering, MS


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Graduate Coordinator: John Kizito Email: jpkizito@ncat.edu Phone: 336-285-3747
Department Chair: Frederick Ferguson Email: fferguso@ncat.edu Phone: 336-285-2135

The Mechanical Engineering master’s program provides advanced level study in distinct areas of specialization such as mechanics and materials, energy and thermal/fluid systems, design and manufacturing, and aerospace. The program prepares the graduate student for doctoral level studies or for advanced mechanical engineering practice in industry, consulting or government service.

Additional Admission Requirements

  • Unconditional admission requires an engineering undergraduate degree from an ABET accredited mechanical engineering program

Program Outcomes

  • Students will develop advanced critical thinking skills by solving complex and challenging problems in mechanical engineering, mathematics and the physical sciences
  • Students will communicate effectively by conveying their ideas, both orally and in written form, in accordance with acceptable published standards
  • Students will demonstrate their ability to perform research by generating a thesis of an original idea and publishing technical papers under the guidance of an academic advisor
  • Graduates will engage in professional activities by attending conferences, presenting papers and serving various roles in professional organizations

Degree Requirements


Credit Hours: 9


Thesis Option


Credit Hours: 3

MEEN Electives:


Take 9 credits of additional MEEN 600-899 courses with approval of advisor

Credit Hours: 9

Technical Electives:


Take additional 3 credit hours with approval of advisor

Credit Hours: 3

Pass


  • thesis defense

Project Option


Credit Hours: 3

MEEN Electives:


Take 9 credits of additional MEEN 600-899 courses with approval of advisor

Credit Hours: 9

Take 9 credits of additional MEEN 600-899 courses with approval of advisor

Technical Electives:


Take additional 6 credit hours with approval of advisor

Credit Hours: 6

Project


  • MEEN 796 3 Credit(s)

Course Option


Credit Hours: 3

MEEN Electives:


Take 9 credits of additional MEEN 600-899 courses with approval of advisor

Credit Hours: 9

Technical Electives:


Take additional 9 credit hours with approval of advisor

Credit Hours: 9

Pass


  • comprehensive exam

Total Credit Hours: 30


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