These prerequisites would depend upon the candidate's background and upon the area in which he/she plans to specialize. Students must complete a minimum of 21 in-resident coursework hours.
- Master of Science - Plan A (Thesis Option). The Master of Science degree is offered to qualified students under Plan A where the requirements include four hours of thesis research and at least 26 hours of formal course work. Candidates for a Master's degree can select a program which is designed to offer a broad basis for introduction to graduate work in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, solid mechanics and materials science. A core including, consisting of Mechanical Engineering Seminar (ME 5478), and two mathematics oriented courses, are required. No graduate credit is allowed for undergraduate mechanical engineering courses. Students in concert with their graduate committee develop the balance of their program.
- Master of Science - Plan B (Non-Thesis Option). The Plan B M.S. degree can be completed by earning a minimum of 31 credits beyond the baccalaureate degree. At least 15 hours of acceptable graduate coursework must be in major field. Classes will consist of Mathematics or Statistics (a minimum of 6 hours), Mechanical Engineering Courses