Mechanical & Industrial Engineering Master's Degree Requirements

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Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

The Master of Science program in Mechanical Engineering requires that a student complete a total of 30 credits, of which six credits are required in approved mathematics courses. A 6- to 9-credit thesis or project is normally required. The remaining credits are electives to be taken from departmental research groupings, with at least three credits from outside a student's major research group.

A materials option is available for those students wishing to specialize in materials. Students in this option are expected to take materials-related courses as their electives.

Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research

The Master of Science program in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research requires that a student complete a total of 33 credits. Candidates for the M.S. degree take a core curriculum consisting of MIE 620, 651, 697Q, 557 (or 657), 684, and 754 as well as one or more of MIE 520, 586 and 591G, the latter depending on their background before entering the program. A master's thesis or a special project must be completed. Students may select theoretical or applied research projects related to either the industrial, financial, or public sector; projects in the public sector have been concerned with health care delivery, the environment, energy, transportation, and community service. Additionally, all students must register for MIE 794 every semester.

Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering

The Master of Science program in Manufacturing Engineering is available for those students who are more interested in the manufacturing aspects of mechanical engineering. A separate listing for this degree program can be found in this catalog.

Master of Science in Engineering Management

The department also offers an M.S. in Engineering Management. This program is for engineers with experience who are currently working. The lectures are delivered by videotape. Thirty-six credits are required for satisfactory completion of the program. For more information, contact the Video Instructional Program, 113 Marcus Hall, University of Massachusetts, Box 35115, Amherst, MA 01003-5115.