Program Description
The Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Automotive Engineering prepare a new generation of engineers to deal with the complex technological, environmental and globalization issues facing the automobile industry.
The big challenge facing the industry is the integration of diverse technologies in the automobile and its cost effective and environmentally responsible manufacture, all being done in a global network with people of different backgrounds and cultures. The Automotive Engineering programs equip students with the basis, depth and domain knowledge needed for master’s and doctoral-level expertise in systems integration and vehicle systems engineering and the ability to work globally. Graduates of the program are able to lead teams of culturally diverse individuals to produce an integrated automobile platform or to work in research laboratories involved with the design of new products in the automotive field. While the program is geared toward the automobile industry, it produces strong linkages with the aerospace and other industries within the state, region and nation as some of the challenges faced by the automotive industry are also faced in other sectors.
Admission
Admission to the MS program occurs in the fall semester only. Students are required to hold a BS degree from a recognized relevant engineering or science discipline with preference of two years of post baccalaureate full-time work experience in industry. Students have the opportunity to tailor the program to a number of specializations within automotive engineering through appropriate course choices.
Program Requirements
The program is divided into four content areas and requires the completion of 42 credits, consisting of 36 credits of coursework and six credits of project/internship work, as follows:
